Far too often commuters either have to stand all the way or they simply can't board a train due to overcrowding.
Author: Team Finnie
Argyll police stations face closure threat
"We must prevent withdrawal from communities." - John Finnie MSP
John uncovers £18.5m government handout to arms industry
"Stop funding outdated and immoral businesses and focus efforts on peace and human security." - John Finnie MSP
John’s speech on Brexit, justice and security
The ability of our legal system to co-operate with others has been "put at risk by Tory recklessness".
British UN vote shows we need independence to scrap Trident
The UK opposed the call from 123 countries to begin negotiations for a nuclear weapons ban.
John calls for review of court rules to protect rape victims
"Victims of rape and other sex crimes should not suffer having their sexual history pulled apart in court." - John Finnie MSP
John Speech on Island Health Boards
On Thursday (6th October) John spoke in a member's debate, held by Liam McArthur MSP, on the importance of Island Health Boards "I, too, thank Liam McArthur for bringing this very important debate to the chamber. The motion talks about distinct communities, and my colleague Rhoda Grant talked about changing the mindset. If members were … Continue reading John Speech on Island Health Boards
John’s speech on hate crimes against Polish migrants
"I stand in solidarity with all people and I say to them, 'Fàilte a h-uile duine'. You are all very welcome"
John secures First Minister’s assurance on the future of HIE
John Finnie praised the community focus of Highlands and Islands Enerprise, and called for a new HIE-style agency for the South of Scotland.
John asks Comhairle to protect Isles’ few remaining trees
The Western Isles are one of the most deforested parts of Scotland.
