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All the latest political news in Perth and Kinross.
Disappointment over Tay Cities Deal budget
The Chancellor, Philip Hammond MP, confirmed in yesterday's Budget that the UK Government would commit £150m to the Tay Cities Deal – significantly less than the £200m pledged last week by the Scottish Government.
New collaboration between young people in Malawi and Scotland to support action on climate change
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced funding for a new collaboration between young people in Malawi and Scotland to support action on climate change.
Independent councillor Xander McDade kicked off two committees
Independent Councillor for Highland Perthshire, Xander McDade has been kicked off two committees.
Interview: Pete Wishart MP for Perth and North Perthshire
Pete Wishart MP for Perth and North Perthshire answered questions from Political Reporter Marco Douglas to discuss current issues, Brexit and local council budget for 2018/19.
Interview: Luke Graham MP for Ochil and South Perthshire
Luke Graham MP for Ochil and South Perthshire answered questions from our Political Reporter Marco Douglas to discuss current issues, Brexit and local council budget for 2018/19.
Death of Councillor Ian Campbell
A statement has been issued by Perth and Kinross Council today after the sudden death of Councillor Ian Campbell.
Scotland’s Council Funding Crisis
For my first article, I am looking at the ongoing funding crisis that is currently affecting all local authorities in Scotland.
Local MP Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh publishes first annual report
Ochil and South Perthshire MP Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh this week published her first Annual Report following her election to Parliament in May 2015.
Legal highs set to be banned
The Queen announced in her speech today legal highs are to be banned in the UK.
Gullible MSP Ruth Davidson left red faced over scaremongering tweet
MSP Ruth Davidson has been left red faced over embarrassing tweet, today 7th of May, 2015.