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Hyslop Celebrates “The Lithgae Piper” at Ryder Cup Concert Constituency MSP for Linlithgow, Fiona Hyslop has commended “The Lithgae Piper” Ross Miller’s performance as he played bagpipes at the SSE Hydro on Wednesday evening (24th September) at the Ryder Cup Gala Dinner Concert in Glasgow. He played as part of the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland in a bill with Eddie Reader and Roddy Hart and the Lonesome Fire. Fiona said, “I have seen Ross Miller play the pipes as part of the Boghall and Bathgate Caledonia Pipe Band and in the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland many times. I was extremely proud to see him walk on to play solo at the start of the finale with Scottish Opera, joined by the full National Youth Pipe Band…

Hyslop Commemorates First World War Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop attended two commemoration services at Glasgow Cathedral and at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh to mark 100 years since the beginning of First World War. Fiona commented; “At Monday evening’s (4th August) Vigil Service at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh I was honoured to read an extract from Lewis Grassic Gibbon’s Sunset Song about the war, and earlier to attend a very moving service at Glasgow Cathedral. “From now until the end of 2018, scheduled events across Scotland will allow us to continue learning about the lessons of the First World War of 1914 – 1918. By reflecting on the devastating events that took place across every community in Scotland, we can ensure that the brave soldiers who fought in one…

Hyslop Congratulates West Lothian at Best Ever Commonwealth Games Local Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop has congratulated all the athletes and volunteers from West Lothian who have participating and helped out at the what was said to be the best ever Commonwealth Games. Fiona commented, “We were very lucky to have so many talented sportsmen and women from West Lothian representing Scotland at the Commonwealth Games. I am equally pleased by the number of volunteers from West Lothian who were actively supporting the event and was delighted to meet a number of them personally. “We have many of sporting greats from West Lothian and I have very much enjoyed watching our future sporting heroes compete and show off their talents to the world.”

Fiona Hyslop MSP with Gail Allen, Marie Curie Day Services Manager Hyslop Attends Launch of West Lothian Palliative Care Services Local Constituency MSP Fiona Hyslop met with staff and volunteers at the launch of West Lothian’s new palliative care partnership between Marie Curie Cancer Care, NHS Lothian and MacMillan Cancer Support. She was also given a tour of the centre by Gail Allan, Marie Curie Day Services Manager. The Centre received over £500,000 from MacMillan Cancer Care to provide privacy and dignity for patients and their families as well as improving clinical efficiency and creating a welcoming environment. Commenting after the visit, Fiona said; “I was delighted to visit the new Palliative Care Service Centre at St John’s in Livingston and see first-hand the extensive refurbishment work that has taken…

Hyslop Highlights £340,000 Games Legacy Funding for West Lothian On the run up to the Commonwealth Games at the end of this month, Constituency MSP Fiona Hyslop has highlighted the local benefits of the Games Legacy. In round three of the Legacy 2014 Active Places Fund, West Lothian Council was awarded £340,000 for projects in Bathgate, Whitburn, (Linlithgow) and Broxburn. Fiona commented, “After a momentous 248-day global journey through the Commonwealth – the baton is back travelling across Scotland – signaling the final countdown to the greatest games ever. “The Legacy 2014 Active Places has awarded a number of our local active spaces with funding including the existing Kirkton Park Tennis Court in Bathgate and Broxburn United Football Club. The money will also help develop a new Skate Park at…

Artist Lari Don Speaking at Imagine Scotland Café in Bathgate Talented Children’s Writer Lari Don will be leading an informal café discussion on the Independence Referendum this Saturday. (June 14th) Leading Women for Independence Campaigner and Blogger Kate Higgins will also be there to facilitate the event. The Imagine Scotland Events are the brain child of International Playwright David Greig and Famous Singer/Songwriter Karine Polwart and offer a space to allow people to talk about what matters most to them and what they’d like to change about the Scotland they live in. It also gives people the chance to air their concerns and doubts about change. The café offers the opportunity to imagine better kinds of Scotland in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Speaking about past Imagine Scotland events, Karine Polwart…

Fiona joins 29,500 West Lothian People to Greet Baton and Bearers Local MSP Fiona Hyslop has celebrated the arrival of the Queen’s Baton in West Lothian on Sunday (15th June) and congratulated the event’s Baton Bearers. Fiona commented: “I was delighted to welcome the Queen’s Baton to West Lothian at the weekend, where I believe an estimated 29,500 people turned out to cheer it across the region. “Crowds came out to support the Queens Baton Relay in all corners of West Lothian. 1,700 people in Broxburn, 1,800 in Armadale, 5,000 in Whitburn, 6,200 in Linlithgow 7,300 in Bathgate and a massive 7,550 in Livingston. “The whole event was very well organised and I would pass on my special congratulations to all our wonderful baton bearers who helped make the event…

Hyslop Welcomes £300,000 Crime Cashback Funding for Linlithgow Linlithgow Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the news that Linlithgow Leisure Centre will benefit from £300,000 under the Cashback for Communities Scheme to fund a new 3G pitch. Fiona said; “I am delighted that Linlithgow Leisure Centre has been selected to receive £300,000 in funding as part of the Scottish Government’s Cashback for Communities Initiative. “This funding is very encouraging and will allow young people in Linlithgow and surrounding towns the opportunity to further their sporting ambitions and offer them a real chance at sporting success. “In this the year the Commonwealth Games come to Scotland, and in the week that we celebrate the passing of the Commonwealth Baton, I can think of no better time to get young people excited…

Hyslop Welcomes £1,000 Funding for Linlithgow Gala Day Constituency MSP, Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the news that £1000 from the Party at the Palace ticket sales has been awarded to the Linlithgow Children’s Gala Day Committee. Fiona commented; “It was great to meet with John Richardson, the event organiser, and representatives from Linlithgow’s Children’s Gala Day and to hear how their event is helping local organisations in the community. “I understand from Party at the Palace, that Mr Richardson’s has sourced a number of supporters locally, putting the benefits of the event right back into the community. The organising of this event has already received very positive feedback from local businesses and residents alike as people see the importance of putting Linlithgow centre stage as a cultural venue. “I wish…

Hyslop Congratulates Highland Games and Pipe Band Championships Local MSP, Fiona Hyslop has congratulated the organisers or the West Lothian Highlands Games and the British Pipe Band Championships after a combined event on Saturday 31st May in Bathgate. Fiona said; “I would like to pay tribute to Matt Purdie and his team for such a wonderful day. The professionalism of the organisation shone through and resulted in a fantastic turn out for the two events.” ENDS Fiona Hyslop wore Enable Scotland’s aTartan Scarf to the events as part of their #TartanOnTour Campaign. www.enable.org.uk