Sarah Boyack MSP

I'd love to get your support on my Bill. The consultation for my Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill is open until 24 August. Please share your views on how this Bill can make a real difference across Scotland.

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Relocation of Waverley ticket office 'makes no sense' says union Relocating the ticket office at Edinburgh's Waverley station to a "less convenient" spot makes "no sense", a rail union has said.

I raised my concerns about the decision to move the ticket office at Waverley Station to a less accessible location. Accessible and in-person support must be protected, not everyone can rely on digital services.

Read more in the article 👇

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ICYMI: Marionville fire station is a critical part of the local community, and its closure would be devastating for our city. If you feel passionately about it reopening, please fill in the consultation below:

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Emotional & distressing to hear from James Elder from @Unicef about the vital work they are doing to support people in Gaza. 17,000 children have been killed and 34,000 injured in the past two years.

Every single donation helps address this humanitarian crisis— please consider donating.

Great to attend the unveiling of the bronze bust of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, the first non-European to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, crafted by legendary Indian sculptor Ram V. Sutar. A super cultural event alongside my colleagues Dr. Scott Arthur MP & Foysol Choudhury MSP.

Tomorrow is International Day of Co-ops!

Great to see the lessons from other countries on how we can expand and develop the cooperative sector of our economy: party.coop/wp-content/b...

#internationalcoopday

Great to be at the 78th Edinburgh International Film Festival Launch. The event began at the Cameo Cinema & finished at the Summerhall Gallery. Scotland’s film sector is a vibrant pillar of our city’s culture. Check out the fantastic range of films you can see at www.edfilmfest.org

Please take a look at the survey that is open calling for views on my Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill. 💜

A graphic that shows the photo of a Scottish coastline, with text which says "New Inquiry"

A Member's Bill, introduced by @sarahboyack.bsky.social, looks to promote consideration by public bodies of sustainable development and the wellbeing of future generations.

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Marionville Fire Station is a lifeline for the east of Edinburgh, yet it’s under immense threat. I am standing with Chris Murray MP and Cllr Joan Griffiths to oppose its closure.

Sign the petition below to stop this vital station from being permanently shut down.

www.change.org/p/save-mario...

It was a pleasure to visit Right There in Pilton and see how their emergency accommodation, one-to one mentoring and long-term support are helping people across Lothian move off the streets, build skills and find secure homes.

Please take a further look into their work at rightthere.org 💛

At FMQs today I challenged the FM about the proposed closure of Marionville Station - it provides vital services in the heart of our capital city at a time when our fire services are under increasing pressure.

we need more firefighters not cuts

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Applications are now open for the Scottish Labour Parliamentary Research Academy!
A great opportunity for anyone looking to get started in the field of politics. Make sure to apply by Thursday 19th June.
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I pressed the Scottish Government what they more will do to assist councils in developing not for profit heat networks. We also need regional networks so that councils can work together to maximise the benefits of heat & power across Scotland

Delighted that the First Minister committed to look at securing the Filmhouse the final capital which would address accessibility & efficiency, ahead of its opening on the 27th of June

Edinburgh Filmhouse to reopen following £2m refurbishment The historic cinema, which closed in October 2022, has undergone a £2m transformation and is set to reopen on June 27.

The Filmhouse is finally reopening on the 27th of June. This is a fantastic day for all those who have fought and campaigned so hard to secure a future for this great cultural institutio
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To create well-paid renewables jobs, we need more investment to support supply chains and manufacturing now. Instead, the Scottish Government have kicked the can down the road until after the Scottish Parliament election.

Sarah standing with a group of students in front of a large window overlooking the Crags

Great to meet with some American exchange students from the International Educational Exchange, in Holyrood to discuss Scottish politics and Scottish Labour. Was great to hear such engaged questions and have such an in-depth discussion.

Sarah on scaffolding, wearing a high vis looking at construction work

Sarah and John in high vis pointing at construction

Charlotte, Sarah and John smiling at the camera in high vis

Sarah standing on the roof with John with Edinburgh castle in the background

I had an amazing time being shown around the King’s Theatre to see the fantastic work the team are undertaking. They have ambitious plans to upgrade the facility while keeping it authentic to the original design.

Sarah standing with a representative from the FBU. Holding a sign saying "I SUPPORT THE FIRE BRIGADES UNION CAMPAIGN" in front of a DECON to prevent and protect banner

Great to catch up with the Fire Brigade Union in support of their campaign to deliver a full 52-week maternity pay for fire fighters. It is critical that our fire fighters get adequate working conditions to help increase retention and quality of life.

It is clear the SNP dropped their 20% reduction in car usage target because they were going to miss it. We need leadership with a plan, that provides affordable, accessible & reliable public transport & safer streets.

The EIJB has made draconian cuts to charities due to the Scottish Government’s underfunding. Edinburgh Council has stepped in but I asked Shona Robinson if she is aware just how bad the situation is getting here in Edinburgh for charities supporting people’s health and wellbeing

We have seen an increase in the number of under 22s using buses but in committee, I asked what steps we are taking to ensure those habits endure after their bus pass expires. It is critical that we ensure young people continue to be able to have access to reliable, affordable public transport.

Sarah Boyack, Alison Johnstone, Colin Beatie and Foysol Choudhury standing with staff of the Trust

Sarah and Colin Beattie in a greenhouse staring at small, planted saplings.

Great to join the Presiding Officer at the Mayfield and Easthouses Development Trust, on her final visit to mark the 25th anniversary of the Scottish Parliament. It was a fascinating visit as we discussed issues such as the right to food, access to transport, supporting people’s health and wellbeing

Sarah standing with a man and woman while she holds a brochure that says public diner on it.

Great to catch up with Public Diners, a campaign by Nourish Scotland to enable people to have tasty, affordable food as part of an effort to deliver a universal right to food

Delighted to be in Mayfield and Easthouses today with Lothian MSPs to hear local people’s views on @parliament.scot and ideas for the future. I'm looking forward to great discussions about how the Parliament can best represent people in Lothian. 🤝MAEDT | Nourish Scotland
#ScotParl25

Today, on Workers' Memorial Day, we honour those who have lost their lives in unsafe work places.

I’m calling for the Scottish government to invest in A&E opt-out HIV testing in Edinburgh.

This game-changing approach to HIV testing will help to save lives and end new cases of HIV in Scotland by 2030.

Thanks to my friend @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social for helping to coordinate this.

Future of The Brunton discussed at roundtable event A ROUNDTABLE discussion has been held over the future of The Brunton.

It is great to see positive coverage for our roundtable on the future of the Brunton. It was a pleasure to chair and organise the event. This is a vital asset for the cultural scene in Musselburgh and we are all determined to support it.

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A great discussion with a delegation from Malawi in Holyrood, discussing education and retainment and how to boost the relationship between our countries!