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Fiona Highlights Cultural and Economic Benefits of Linlithgow Palace Event During a debate in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday (21st April) on Culture, Visitor Attractions and Events, local constituency MSP Fiona Hyslop highlighted the cultural and economic benefits of the hugely popular Party at the Palace Event, scheduled for the 8th and 9th of August. Speaking as the Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Fiona said; “Festivals, and music festivals in particular, have played a crucial role in Scotland’s cultural calendar for a number of years. This August, Party at the Palace is back at the stunning Linlithgow Palace. “Music events such as Party at the Palace are a hugely important aspect of our culture that celebrates and showcases our culture and creativity and also provide a great boost to the local…

Fiona Supports Scottish Sports Alliance Campaign Photo of Fiona Hyslop MSP and Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Sport and Mental Health Local Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop met with Scottish Sports Alliance to discuss why sport matters with the Government Minister for Sport and Mental Health and to add their #ISupportSport Selfie to their campaign. Fiona commented, “I am very pleased to support the Scottish Sports Alliance and the work they do to promote health, mental health, education and social issues. The energy you get from sport and fitness is fundamental to our physical and mental wellbeing and something that should be embraced and promoted across our communities.” Kim Atkinson, CEO of the Scottish Sports Association, said “We need to embrace the many benefits of participating in sport – from sheer…

Hyslop Congratulates New Councillor for Armadale Local Constituency MSP Fiona Hyslop has congratulated Sarah King on her recent election as SNP Councillor for the Armadale and Blackridge Ward. Fiona commented; “I am delighted that the people of Armadale and Blackridge have voted to have Sarah King as their newly elected Councillor. “Sarah’s energy, enthusiasm and dedication to local issues will make her an excellent councillor for this ward. She is excited to get to work straight away and I know she will be warmly welcomed into post by our strong team of SNP councillors in West Lothian.”

Hyslop Welcomes Bathgate Shortlisting for £50K Creative Place Award 2015 Local MSP, Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the news that Bathgate in West Lothian has been shortlisted for a Creative Place Award. Fiona commented; “I am delighted that Bathgate has been shortlisted for this award. If chosen, the community has decided they will spend the £50,000 grant on setting up a community choir for all age groups; offering a series of lunchtime cabaret activities for older people; and establishing a film and documentary making course for young people. “Even to be shortlisted for the Creative Place award shows the progress Bathgate is making and it is great that the Bathgate community is being recognised at national level.” ENDS Notes: Since their launch in 2012, the Creative Place Awards have been awarded…

Hyslop Welcomes Broxburn Academy LGBT Achievement Fiona Hyslop MSP for Linlithgow Constituency has welcomed and congratulated Broxburn Academy on becoming the first school in Scotland to receive a silver LGBT Charter Mark Award. Fiona commented; “I am extremely proud of the students at Broxburn Academy for their dedication and hard work in achieving a Silver Charter Mark Award for their work in creating awareness for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender issues. “School should be a place where pupils can feel safe and respected regardless of their sexuality and I am very pleased that their work has been formally recognised and that Broxburn Academy is the first school in Scotland to receive the award” ENDS Notes: To achieve the award Broxburn Academy worked in partnership with the council, LGBT communities, West Lothian…

Hyslop Welcomes Irish Government Minister to West Lothian Local Constituency MSP Fiona Hyslop has welcomed Irish Government Minister Joe McHugh to West Lothian and the Chamber of Commerce business breakfast on Thursday. (19th March) at Houston house hotel in Uphall. Fiona said, “I was pleased to welcome Irish Government Minister Joe McHugh to my constituency at the business breakfast meeting organised by West Lothian Chamber of Commerce. “I am delighted that the West Lothian Chamber of Commerce took the opportunity to discuss new and expanding business opportunities developing between Scotland and Ireland.”

Hyslop Opens First Cultural Diversity Event in West Lothian Local Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop attended, Kulture Klub’s first West Lothian Cultural Diversity event at the Strathbrock in Broxburn last week. (Friday 13th March) Fiona said; “I was delighted to be asked to say a few words to officially open the Cultural Diversity event in Broxburn. It was great to see their stalls and demonstrations. “Well done to everyone involved particularly the young people who helped organise the day. I understand that there will be further events in the near future and I would encourage my constituents to go along and get involved.” ENDS Next event is on Saturday, 28th March at the Mosswood Community Centre, Fergusson Way, Knightsbridge from 1.30 – 4.30pm. For more info on the event, contact: k.klub@outlook.com

West Lothian Women Highlight Midnight League Sessions in Blackburn Local Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop, Local Councillor Mary Dickson and SNP Westminster Candidate for the Blackburn area, Hannah Bardell attended the Scottish Football Association and the Bank of Scotland’s Midnight League Session at Blackburn Community Centre at the weekend (March 14th) to highlight the work they do for young people in local communities. Fiona commented, “I was delighted to attend the SFA and Bank of Scotland’s Midnight Session in Blackburn, West Lothian, where the first ever Midnight Session was piloted 11 years ago. It has proved such a success it has now been rolled out all over Scotland. “So much effort has been made by the two organisations to make this possible and it is great to see how much the…

Hyslop Highlights West Lothian Activities Fairtrade Fortnight in Scottish Parliament Tuesday, 10th March 2015 Local Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop highlighted the work of West Lothian Fairtrade Groups at a Fairtrade Fortnight Reception in the Scottish Parliament to mark the second anniversary of Scotland being a Fairtrade Nation. Fiona said, “West Lothian has always been a champion of Fairtrade, this year I attended a Fairtrade coffee morning in Whitburn. We have active Fairtrade groups across the county and would encourage constituents interested to support them. Their achievements are a credit to the hard work of the local steering groups and I would thank them for every effort. “I was also delighted to speak at the Parliament’s reception for Fairtrade Fortnight and to celebrate our 2nd anniversary of being a Fairtrade Nation.…

Hyslop Welcomes Government Economic Strategy Launch in Linlithgow Local Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the First Minister’s visit to Linlithgow this week (Tuesday morning) to launch the Scottish Government’s Economic Strategy. Nicola Sturgeon, First Minister, launched the new Economic Strategy at Calnex Solutions Orcale Campus in Linlithgow on Tuesday, 03 March 2015. Commenting, Fiona said; “I am delighted that the First Minister chose Linlithgow to launch the Government’s Economic Strategy. “The Scottish Government wants to create a stable and balanced economy that is outward looking, confident, innovative, based on the core strengths of our people and supported by investment. “The Government’s economy strategy quite rightly puts equality at the heart of our economy and to announce this in a town with a strong local economy with community values and…