Why I will vote against the Assisted Dying Bill Friday, 22 November, 2024 Parliamentarians will soon be asked to vote on whether or not to legalise assisted dying here in the United Kingdom. This is a devolved issue, and I am aware that there is a similar Bill proceeding through its stages in the Scottish Parliament. However, as an elected member to the UK Parliament, I have a responsibility to vote on all legislation put before us - especially on something as... Opinions
Working Closely Together - Is Working Well 28th April 2020 Today Andrew spoke 'virtually' for a second time in the House of Commons, he commended the UK Government and the devolved administrations for working closely... Speeches in Parliament
Additional Support for Business Announced 27th April 2020 The Chancellor has announced that small businesses will benefit from a new fast-track finance scheme providing loans with a 100% government-backed guarantee for... Local News
A Week in the Life - Diary of an MP During Lockdown 27th April 2020 Just when you thought you’d seen everything… After weeks of press speculation and even more speculative and confused messages between colleagues, “how, where... Articles
Temporary Post Office Closures 22nd April 2020 There are currently several unplanned temporary closures of Post Offices within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine Constituency, whilst these are unavoidable... Local News
Furlough Scheme Cut-Off Date Extended to 19 March 16th April 2020 Furlough Scheme Cut-Off Date Extended to 19 March After listening to representations, the UK Government have expanded the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme to... Local News
Andrew Encourages Constituents to Donate Blood 15th April 2020 Andrew is encouraging people from across the constituency to become blood donors after he gave blood today at the Aberdeen Blood Donor Centre. Andrew said, "It... Local News
The State of Our Union is Strong 14th April 2020 The State of Our Union is Strong In the last few years, it has been common assertion that the Union of the United Kingdom will soon be consigned to the history... Articles
Andrew Pledges Support for Oil Sector Workers 14th April 2020 Companies in the North East face a perfect storm at the moment with a near record low oil price and the Coronavirus outbreak. However, Andrew believes that the... Local News
Changes to Coronavirus Business Interruption Scheme - Announced 3rd April 2020 Andrew has welcomed changes to the Coronavirus Business Interruption Scheme which mean that even more businesses and individuals can now access the funding they... Westminster News
