A new First Minister’s in-tray…
Robin McAlpine In a few weeks we will have a new First Minister in Scotland. Many have noted that that person will inherit a government …
Month: February 2023
Getting Energy Right
Craig Dalzell This week, I had the pleasure of delivering the keynote speech to the Just Transition Partnership’s Reclaiming Our Energy conference where I gave …
A Woman in Politics? Or Woman Politician?
Kaitlin Dryburgh Should we put up and shut-up to show resilience, or does talking about personal matters always create a better working environment for women …
Charlie and the Outrage Factory
Nicola Biggerstaff It was announced this week that Puffin, the publishers, hired sensitivity writers who, in conjunction with the Roald Dahl Story Company and Inclusive …
Public Meeting Methods- The Wyndford
Leo reflects on the recent gathering at the Wyndford scheme. He asks: What can it tell us about the tactical use of Public Meetings in campaigns?
Looking Forward to Ageing
Bill Johnston So, Nicola Sturgeon has resigned as SNP leader and the campaign for a successor is underway with three candidates declared at time of …
Wasting a Chance on Waste
Robin McAlpine At lunch I go out for a brisk walk (getting rid of some Christmas podge…). Which means that every day I reaffirm my …
Scotland Deserves Local Democracy
Craig Dalzell At the last UK General Election, the party that would go on to form the Government made a manifesto promise to increase police …
PFIs and Grassroots Sport
Kaitlin Dryburgh Where would we be without public buildings, their importance is immeasurable. Yet how some come to exist in Scotland is a contentious subject. …
Consumerism, Actually
Nicola Biggerstaff – 17 February 2023 I’m not bitter about it, I’ve just never liked Valentine’s Day. A common phrase because it’s true. Personally, I’ve …