Queen joins MSPs to mark 20th anniversary of Scottish Parliament
The Queen has arrived at the Scottish Parliament for a special event taking place as part of its 20th anniversary celebrations.
The Prince of Wales, who holds the title of the Duke of Rothesay in Scotland, is accompanying his mother as she makes a speech to MSPs in the debating chamber.
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| It is remarkable that on the 20th celebrations of the birth of the Scottish Parliament, which was set up to strengthen the democratic process in Scotland and berid the country of any democratic deficit, that The Dumbarton Democrat is banned and boycotted by the SNP and West Dunbartonshire Council on the pretext of a lie that our editor interrupted a meeting of West Dunbartonshire to complain about the public right to hear and see what was being done in their name in the “chamber” at the new Burgh Hall in Church Street. And that ban has been imposed without ever bringing this undemocratic decision before the Council. We can only hope that the Council will reverse this decision if only to mark that Scotland is a democratic country and that the ban and boycott will be lifted if only to show that we are living in a free and democratic country where the Freedom of the Press is fully recognised by our public institutions and political organisations, including the SNP. Bill Heaney |
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| On Saturday 29 June 2019, come and join us for an afternoon of birthday celebrations. Events are free and include retro games, face painting, music and dance. We look forward to welcoming you!
In the morning, the Chamber event, including an address by Her Majesty The Queen and the performance of a new poem by Scots Makar Jackie Kay, will be broadcast live on Scottish Parliament TV, with British Sign Language interpreting. |
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| The Scottish Parliament Annual Report for 2018-2019 is now available. Find out what has been happening over the past year in the Chamber and committees and what the Parliament has been doing to engage with the people of Scotland and beyond.
For a quick summary, watch the video, which is also available with British Sign Language interpreting. |
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Brexit planning
The Justice Committee is calling on the Scottish and UK Governments to release more information about how criminal justice and policing matters will be handled after Brexit, particularly in a no-deal scenario. |
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NHS whistleblowing
MSPs on the Health and Sport Committee have voted in favour of Scottish Government proposals for new NHS whistleblowing regulations. The proposed regulations would give power to the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman (SPSO) to take on the role of Independent National Whistleblowing Officer and to investigate whether a whistleblower’s complaint had been handled properly. |
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Recess
The Parliament will be in recess from 30 June to 1 September 2019 (inclusive). During recess, the Business Bulletin will be published each Monday. Normal publication will resume on 2 September 2019.There are no debates or committee meetings during recess, but the building will be open to visitors Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm. |
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Ending the hunting of wild mammals – give your views
Alison Johnstone MSP is looking for your views on her proposed Protection and Conservation of Wild Mammals (Scotland) Bill. This proposed bill aims to end the hunting of wild mammals with dogs, protect foxes and hares, and tighten the criteria for issuing a licence for the killing of certain wild mammals. |
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If you have a question about the Scottish Parliament, its membership, business or procedures, Public Information would love to hear from you so please get in touch. |
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Senior Researcher
This is an exciting opportunity to support MSPs and committees in scrutinising rural affairs, agriculture and fisheries policy. Closing date: 5 pm on Monday 8 July 2019. ApplyMedia Relations Officer
You will be responsible for providing media and communications advice to committee conveners and staff, provide a front-line media enquiry service and act as an official Parliament spokesperson. Closing date: midnight on Sunday 14 July. ApplyMedia Relations Graduate
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent PR, communications or journalism graduate to work within the Parliament’s Media Relations Office. Closing date: midnight on Tuesday 16 July 2019. Apply |
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Ending the hunting of wild mammals – give your views
Alison Johnstone MSP is looking for your views on her proposed Protection and Conservation of Wild Mammals (Scotland) Bill. This proposed bill aims to end the hunting of wild mammals with dogs, protect foxes and hares, and tighten the criteria for issuing a licence for the killing of certain wild mammals. |
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| If you have a question about the Scottish Parliament, its membership, business or procedures, Public Information would love to hear from you so please get in touch. |
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Senior Researcher
This is an exciting opportunity to support MSPs and committees in scrutinising rural affairs, agriculture and fisheries policy. Closing date: 5 pm on Monday 8 July 2019. ApplyMedia Relations Officer
You will be responsible for providing media and communications advice to committee conveners and staff, provide a front-line media enquiry service and act as an official Parliament spokesperson. Closing date: midnight on Sunday 14 July. ApplyMedia Relations Graduate
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent PR, communications or journalism graduate to work within the Parliament’s Media Relations Office. Closing date: midnight on Tuesday 16 July 2019. Apply |
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