Kaukab Stewart MSP

The devil is in the detail, and the increased funding for Scotland isn't just them being nice - it's how the Barnet formula has always worked. It's also being spread over several years, not coming all at once

The Devil's In The Detail: First Thoughts on the UK Budget - Kaukab Stewart There we have it, folks. After what feels like months of kite flying, pleading with industry, and income tax hokey-cokey, the UK Labour Government has announced its budget (after the Office for Budget...

Scottish Labour MPs who were recently readmitted to the Party for voting against the two-child cap last year will be pleased to see it lifted, and the Barnet consequentials for Scotland must be passed on in full.

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Ahead of the budget, which the Scottish Government has had no clarity on, one thing I’m clear on is that Scotland’s budget and Scotland’s choices should not be damaged by the Labour Chancellor’s decisions. The budget that underpins your public services must be protected.

Following on from recent announcements on the Improving Access Fund, a reminder that Young Carer's Grant has also been extended, as part of our commitment to a Scotland where everyone can have a good and dignified life; real choices, autonomy, and access to support.

Labour blaming Reform for division and decline really is the pot calling the kettle black, and THAT’S the tea ☕️

The contrast couldn't be clearer: your SNP Scottish Government celebrating refugees while Labour's race to the right has Reform cheering them on.

We're the famous Tartan Army and we're going to USA!

Massive congratulations to the Scotland team for securing their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 last night.

I'm encouraging care experienced people to #TickTheBox on their UCAS form when applying for college or university, to say they've spent time in care. This will make sure they get the support they're entitled to - from financial assistance to help with wellbeing. @fosteringnet-scot.bsky.social

Knock knock Crossmyloof! @snp.org @glasgowsnp.bsky.social

Launch of the Improving Access Fund - Kaukab Stewart I have always campaigned for everyone in society to have a good and dignified life; to have real choices, to have autonomy, and to be able to access support. These values have always underpinned my po...

Last week I was proud to launch the Improving Access Fund, helping empower disabled people in Scotland - read more about it here: kaukabstewart.scot/launch-of-th...

Proud that Scotland is an inspiration to an inspiring mayor - best of luck to #Mamdani and his team. The SNP have plenty more progressive ideas you can borrow 😉

Labour is putting social care at risk. The SNP is investing to protect it, because we know it matters to you.

Perhaps more than anywhere, New York is built on immigration, and Mamdani is himself an immigrant, and his success is shining example of the American dream. I wish him all the best for his term in office. 2/2

New York is one of the world’s most diverse cities – even more diverse than Kelvin! – and it is right that that be reflected in its politics. I warmly congratulate Zohran Mamdani on his election as Mayor of New York, becoming the first Muslim and first South Asian to hold the position. 1/2

With waiting times down 7.3% and a record number of hip and knee operations being performed, today we're investing money in orthopaedics, cariology and general surgery to deliver more appointments and reduce waiting times.

That's your SNP Scottish Government investing in your priorities.

If Douglas Alexander is serious about defeating racism by standing together, he should have a word with his own Labour colleagues about their own rhetoric.

I know it's hard when people in power are drawing a target on your back, but I'm fighting for you.

Wishing everyone celebrating in Glasgow Kelvin and beyond a very happy and peaceful Diwali.

We’re building a Scotland for all - an inclusive, welcoming, compassionate nation.

#SNP25 Conference was full of ideas and debate on achieving a fairer, more prosperous, independent Scotland.

I know what the country I want to live in looks like, and you probably do too! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💪

You can make a report to Police Scotland on their website or by calling 101, and learn more about reporting at www.hatecrimeglasgow.org. Scotland is no place for hate.

I’m proud to work with partners who work tirelessly to build communities where everyone feels safe and where prejudice is condemned, and it’s down to all of us to challenge prejudice and hatred where we see it, and encourage people to report hate crimes they’ve experienced.

Unfortunately I also hear all too often from people who’ve faced prejudice and hatred based on something as simple as who they are, who they love, or where they happen to have been born.

A few thoughts as we reach the end of Hate Crime Awareness Week. I have the privilege of representing one of the most diverse constituencies in Scotland, and see every day the strength, joy, and beauty our diversity brings.

We're investing £768 million in our affordable housing supply programme this year alone, and have delivered 136,700 affordable homes since 2007: 47% more than England and 73% more than Wales. As Westminster continues its race to the right, the SNP will continue improving lives and communities.

Here in Scotland, our Housing Emergency Action Plan, backed by £4.9 billion, is delivering 36,000 affordable homes, and bringing thousands of empty homes back into use. This week we’ve also learned Scotland has the UK’s youngest first-time buyers. That’s your SNP Government delivering for you.

🏘️ A tale of two governments: Labour now plans to slash the affordable housing target in London from 35% to 20%, while fewer than 4000 new homes have been completed there in the first hald of this year – well short of the annual target of 88,000.

As the Westminster parties race to the right, we’re racing towards a fresh start in an independent Scotland.

News of new investment in walk-in GPs, open seven days a week, will be welcome across the country, and protecting our care sector by sponsoring the visas of the workers we rely on is vital for those in our communities who rely on that skilled work.

Absolutely inspiring speech from the First Minister to wrap up SNP conference, and a strong - and timely - reminder of our values. Building cohesive and welcoming communities for EVERYONE in Scotland is at the heart of what the SNP is all about.