I’m delighted to be working with Google — alongside Ian Murray MP — to offer a full day of free digital skills workshops and mentoring for small businesses in South Edinburgh. As a former retailer, I know just how important it is to have the right tools and support to thrive in an increasingly digital economy. This training is designed to give practical, hands-on help to boost your online presence and grow your business. Strengthen your digital marketing strategy Get one-to-one...

I’m delighted to share that seven parks across Edinburgh Southern have been awarded Green Flag status for 2025—a fantastic achievement that reflects the dedication of our incredible volunteers and Friends groups. From litter-picks to conservation work, and from community events to everyday care, these efforts set the gold standard for biodiversity, cleanliness, and public enjoyment in our area. Congratulations to the Friends groups at Braidburn Valley Park, Easter Craiglockhart Hill, Hermitage of Braid & Blackford Hill; and the volunteers at Harrison Park,...

Meeting with different constituency groups – the Laurels, Scottish Edge Winner, Living Rent  It’s the end of another busy week in Edinburgh Southern and I’ve spent the last few days meeting with various groups and constituents.  The Laurels is a service for more younger adults who we are supporting to live a more independent life. A life which embellishes their community and helps to increase their independence. On Tuesday, I attended the their Garden party, which was in celebration of the young people...

This is the first post in a series of weekly blogs. The purpose of this series is to keep my constituents up to date with what I get up to each week, both in Edinburgh Southern and the Scottish Parliament. St Columba’s Hospice On Monday morning I visited St Columba’s Hospice to talk about the financial problems the end-of-life care sector is facing. I was pleased to be able to discuss these issues, alongside other issues I’ve previously addressed in the...