In the past weeks, I have been appointed to a new role as the SNP’s Westminster Economy Spokesperson. It’s a poignant moment for me to be leading on economic issues as we grapple with the escalating cost of living crisis. This winter, we’re all going to see our energy bills climb again as the heating …
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SNP MP Drew Hendry has hosted the latest roundtable event with local agencies and representatives from the Highland Council with the aim of encouraging collaborative efforts to mitigate the energy crisis for hard-pushed households. This follows previous meetings where Mr Hendry met with housing associations, local service providers, and others to share experiences around the …
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Summer promises sunshine, barbecues and picnics. But, as we know, the inevitable chill of autumn and winter follows all too soon. That’s why, despite the increasing temperatures, I am determined to keep on the case to demand fairness in the energy market with our It’s Your Money campaign. To this end, this week, I met …
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There can’t be many people who hold the banking industry up as a positive example of anything, but at least you get to choose how much of your money is retained in your bank account. You may even be paid interest. The same cannot, however, be said about most energy companies. Soaring prices of energy …
The UK Parliament was prorogued last week, marking the end of this Parliamentary term. As is the way at Westminster, there is a lot of pomp and ceremony attached to the process, but, in short, prorogation allows the Government to reset parliamentary business. Parliament will recommence on the 10th of May, with the Queen’s Speech …
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Fuel poverty is everywhere in our community; it hits those who work and those who are unable to; it hits people with disabilities especially hard and has a hugely detrimental effect on affected children. I recently chaired a cross-party inquiry looking into the impact of fuel poverty on people living with a terminal illness. It …
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Still, only around 9% of Highland households switch electricity providers A fairer energy deal – with increasing uncertainty around Brexit and rising costs, it is no surprise that many people are looking at ways to tighten their belts. For those on low incomes it has long become an absolute necessity, but all of us can …
Last Friday I hosted an energy advice surgery, where a number of energy businesses came along to offer expert advice to constituents. Warmworks were on hand to discuss the Scottish Government’s energy efficiency scheme on providing insulation, efficient heating and renewable technologies for those who struggle with the cost of high energy bills https://www.warmworks.co.uk/ Scottish …
