Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP

Only an SNP win in 2026 can ensure the new generation have their say on Scotland’s future 💛

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Graphic with a quote from First Minister John Swinney on a yellow background. The quote reads: “Independence is the catalyst that will deliver a better future for us all. It can be a fresh start for all of us – putting us in charge of our own destiny and our immense resources.” At the bottom right, there is a photo of John Swinney smiling and waving in a suit and tie. The SNP logo and Scottish flag are shown beside the slogan: “Always on Scotland’s side.”

A better future with independence - real change that will make a difference to your life.

Independence is how we build the Scotland we all deserve.

🇵🇸 The UK should follow the example of France tonight and recognise the State of Palestine.

This is essential for peace. The ceasefire and humanitarian aid must start now.

Westminster doesn’t work for Scotland.

Independence means choosing our own future - using our energy wealth to lower bills, growing our economy, building a fairer nation.

Let’s build that independent Scotland together. Here is how I intend to do that. 👇

Visit to OPFS WOTH Cabinet Secretary

Great to welcome @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social to discuss key challenges for single parents, including work barriers, childcare & unpaid care.

With 1 in 4 families being single parent families, it was a welcome opportunity to discuss manifesto calls

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Labour are increasing your energy bills, after promising to cut them - to pay for a nuclear plant in England.

I spoke to @scotnational.bsky.social about Scotland's fairer approach to social security, my frustration over the inadequacies of the Union & how we could do so much more with the full powers of independence.

This should be at the heart of every debate about Scotland’s future.

We will not cut Scotland's Adult Disability Payment.

The UK Government reforms have yet to be passed at Westminster, so there is still time for them to step back and I would strongly urge them to scrap their harmful proposals.

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Scotland needs independence. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💪

⚠️ The SNP Scottish Government is spending tens of millions every year just to undo the damage done by Westminster.

💛 We will always act where we can to protect the most vulnerable from Labour’s cuts, and deliver for the people of Scotland.

While the Westminster cost of living crisis worsens, we’re taking action to support children and families here in Scotland.👇

Headline: Scottish Greens make call to end 'unfair' council tax debt Text: MINISTERS are being asked to consider measures which may allow council tax debts for domestic abuse survivors to be written off. Green MSP Ross Greer has lodged an amendment to the Housing Bill which would require ministers to review the impact of the current system on domestic abuse survivors.

Delighted that Cabinet Secretary @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social has agreed to my amendment to the Housing Bill, which will tackle the scandal of domestic abuse survivors being forced to pay off their abuser's Council Tax debts.

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With just over two weeks until polling day in Hamilton, Larkhall & Stonehouse, we’re getting our positive message of hope and delivery out there. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

When Labour cut the Winter Fuel Payment - the SNP brought it back. 🔥

Westminster has just voted to block Scotland from having control over migration policy.

The Scottish Parliament has been calling for a migration policy which meets Scotland’s needs - but Westminster said no.

✂️ Yesterday, we led a vote condemning Starmer’s brutal cuts to support for disabled people.

8 Labour MSPs abstained - including their leader Anas Sarwar! 😱

Labour say he was at the anti-far right summit in Glasgow… but so were all other party leaders, who did manage to vote.

We are delighted to announce keynote speaker Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social @scottishgov.bsky.social to our Welfare Rights Conference on Thursday 19 June in Glasgow. Have you booked your delegate place? cpag.org.uk/training-and...

Pleased work has begun to transfer every adult in Scotland, currently getting DLA, to our new benefit Scottish Adult DLA.

The SNP Gov is committed to ensuring everyone gets the financial support they’re entitled to & this has not changed following the UK Gov’s announcement on welfare.

Scotland’s delivering more homes per head than anywhere else in the UK.

Since 2007, we’ve delivered 136,705 affordable homes - 97,099 for councils and housing associations.

We’re focused on what matters to you: secure homes, strong communities, and a fairer Scotland.

In 2014, Westminster told Scots they'd be "£1,400 better off every year" if Scotland voted No to independence.

This week, analysis shows UK families will be "£1,400 a year poorer" by 2030.

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Child poverty has fallen in Scotland - whilst rising sharply in the UK.

Absolute child poverty in Scotland fell from 23% to 17% - the lowest figure in 30 years.

SNP Scottish Government policies are working to deliver on our top priority of eradicating child poverty.

Too many commentators/media reports still accepting UKG line that cuts to PIP are about helping people back to work. PIP is a recognition of the additional costs of a disability/long term condition. It is NOT related to being in or out of work.

Shirley-Anne Somerville

Panel of cross-party politicians

Prof Nicola McEwen

Conference delegates in the Bute Hall

Scotland’s public debt and child poverty crisis was addressed at a conference hosted by @aberlourcharity.bsky.social @uofgpolicy.bsky.social in Bute Hall.

Thanks to keynotes @moragtreanor.bsky.social @cypcs.bsky.social @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social @sallyannkelly1.bsky.social

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Welfare crackdown 'devastating' for disabled people - Scottish government Scotland's social justice secretary says the UK reforms will have a

BBC News: Welfare crackdown 'devastating', says @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

In Scotland, we believe social security is an investment in people - and I am proud that we have introduced a fairer system based on dignity and respect.

While Labour imposes more damaging austerity and threatens the vulnerable, @snp.org will stand up for those who need support.

📢 Labour before the election: "No austerity under Labour."
📉 Labour after the election: Cutting disability benefits.

Labour promised "change", but instead, voters are getting more of the same.

SNP Win: Congratulations to Mike Carlin who has won the Broxburn, Uphall & Winchburgh by-election for the SNP!

Broxburn Uphall WInchburgh (West Lothian) by-election 1st prefs (vs BE 22 / full 22):

SNP: 1375 (31.8%, -3.4 / -8.2)
Lab: 1263 (29.2%, -10.6 / +0.9)
RUK: 809 (18.7%, new)
Con: 324 (7.5%, -0.3 / -9.5)
LD: 229 (5.3%, +1.6 / +1.7)
Grn: 185 (4.3%, +1.6 / +0.1)
Alb: 135 (3.1%, +1.3 / +1.8)

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The Labour UK Government have confirmed they have withdrawn £5 million in funding for Dunfermline.

This is not the 'change' that people were promised.

📈 During their briefing to the press this morning, Labour-led Fife Council confirmed they intend to increase your Council Tax by 8.2%.

🏠 Council tenants will also see a 6% rise to their rental payments.

👉 The local authority will set their Budget on Thursday 20th February.

Four people stand together, smiling at the camera. Behind them are two red pop-up banners that read 'Children in Scotland'.

A brilliant few days for our team at #TheGathering in Edinburgh. We talked #childrensrights, #ASL, #childpoverty, and many other matters affecting children in Scotland, and those that work with and support them.

Lovely to meet @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social and highlight the impact of our services.