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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 10h

Delighted to welcome Colonel Bobby Steele, regimental president and chairman of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, to my Constituency Office today, to officially present him with his letter from the Defence Secretary. I thank him for his years of service to our community.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 13h

This Friday 2 October 2026, I will be holding three parliamentary advice surgeries across West Dunbartonshire: 📍10am Alexandria Library 📍3pm Clydebank Library 📍6pm Goldenhill Primary School No appointment necessary, however you can contact me to note that you wish to attend.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 15h

Cash Access UK is hosting a fraud awareness event at our Alexandria Banking Hub on Monday 26 October 2026. With Police Scotland and Trading Standards, they will be offering advice and support on keeping you and your money safe. Visit cashaccess.co.uk for more information.

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Dalmuir Golf Course @dalmuirgolfcourse.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

⛳️Tickets are available NOW for the Dalmuir Golf Course Texas Scramble 2026 Raffle! Head to the golf shop to purchase a strip for just £1 to be in with the chance to win some fantastic prizes! We still have spaces available for the Texas Scramble so get in touch now to enter🏌️

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 17h

My upcoming surgeries for the month of October!📍 If you live in Alexandria, Dumbarton, or Clydebank, and would like my assistance with any issue, please get in touch. No appointment necessary, however you can contact me to let me know that you wish to attend📧

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

SNP-led Glasgow City Council is threatening to fire and rehire over 23,000 workers. Labour's Employment Rights Act delivered the biggest upgrade to workers' rights in a generation. This legislation comes into force on 1 Jan 2027. The SNP must stop their assault on workers' rights.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

It was my pleasure to take part in a sponsored walk for Christian Aid from Balloch to Renton this past weekend. Thanks to Rev Margaret Nutter, @christianaiduk.bsky.social and all involved in raising funds to ensure Christian Aid continues their vital work in the fight against global poverty.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

📣Please note that my constituency office on Kilbowie Road will be closed to the public this Monday 28 September 2026, for the bank holiday. 📧During this time you can still contact me at douglas.mcallister.mp@parliament.uk, should you require my assistance.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Delighted to visit Alternatives in Dumbarton for the launch of their 'New Horizons' Wellbeing Programme. From the Dalmuir Community Café, to hosting various workshops in Dumbarton, Alternatives are providing vital support to those affected by addiction in our local community.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Great to attend today's @macmillancancer.bsky.social coffee morning at West College Scotland Clydebank💚 An incredible turnout - well done to Shona and all her team for organising such a great event and thank you for having me!

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

This week, I will be holding three parliamentary advice surgeries across West Dunbartonshire: Friday 25 September 2026: 📍10am at Dumbarton Library 📍3pm at Clydebank Library Saturday 26 September 2026: 📍11am at Duntocher Village Hall No appointment necessary.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

✅Positive Update on Planetree Road! West Dunbartonshire Council has agreed to resurface Planetree Road. After my meeting with residents of Planetree Road last month, I complained to WDC about the condition of the street. 1/3

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Dumbarton Castle today to speak with Florence & Elspeth, a member of the Dumbarton Castle Society, about future plans for the Castle. I look forward to supporting the group in their efforts to regenerate the site to encourage greater local tourism.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

@dementiauk.bsky.social will be hosting support clinics at Virgin Money Clydebank on 5 and 6 October 2026. You can book a free, confidential appointment with a Dementia Specialist Admiral Nurse, even if you are not a Virgin Money customer. Book via the link below👇 dementiauk.org/virginmoney

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Find out what I’ve been doing this past week in West Dunbartonshire as your MP, including recognising some outstanding community achievements, and receiving the welcome news that Jagtar Singh Johal has been granted bail from arbitrary detention in India📝

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Delighted to visit St Stephen's Primary School in Clydebank today and learn about the work Miss Niccoll's primary 3 class have been doing on the right to education. The pupils gave me some fantastic postcards that I will now take back to Parliament with me - keep up the great work!

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

It was great to attend the service to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Faifley and Duntocher Parish Church and Hall, and present my motion commemorating this special achievement. Wishing the Church every success as they continue their work at the heart of our local community!

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

It was great to visit Stepping Stones today in Clydebank to officially present Bronwyn and Alison with my Motion celebrating their 35th anniversary👏 The staff, volunteers, members, and trustees at Stepping Stones should all be very proud of this fantastic achievement.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🚨Amazing news from India this morning! My constituent, Jagtar Singh Johal, has officially been granted bail, after 9 years in arbitrary detention. Jagtar's brother Gurpreet and @reprievehq.bsky.social have worked tirelessly for almost a decade for this. Now it’s time to bring him back home.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Delighted to submit a motion congratulating Connor McElwaine, a former teacher from Clydebank, on his extraordinary 18,000km cycle from Canberra Avenue in Dalmuir, to Canberra, Australia! Wishing Connor the very best of luck as he now sets off on his cycle back home to Clydebank.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

There is less than 3 weeks left to complete the UK Labour Government's consultation on fireworks legislation. What's your views? What kind of restrictions do you think should be in place? Complete the survey below before 7 October 2026 to have your say👇 www.gov.uk/government/c...

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It was my pleasure to visit Gavinburn Primary School in Old Kilpatrick this morning to present my motion celebrating their UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools Silver Award! A lovely school with very polite pupils and excellent staff. Congratulations to everyone at Gavinburn!👏

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

New figures from @dadshiftuk.bsky.social show how better paternity leave would result in real meaningful change for families here in West Dunbartonshire, while boosting the local & national economy. I look forward to hearing the outcome of the UK government’s review of Paternity leave soon.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Great to be at Our Lady & St. Mark's in Alexandria last night to join in their centenary celebrations and present Father McElwee with my parliamentary motion marking this special occasion. 100 years of faithful worship at the heart of the local community. Thank you for having me!

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This Friday 18 September 2026, I will be holding two parliamentary advice surgeries across West Dunbartonshire: 📍10am at Alexandria Library 📍3pm at Clydebank Library If you live in Alexandria, Dumbarton, or Clydebank, and would like my assistance with any issue, get in touch.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I am delighted to submit a motion congratulating Our Lady & St. Mark's Church in Alexandria on their 100 year anniversary! Thank you to all of the clergy, parish volunteers and parishioners, past and present, whose dedication has sustained the parish throughout the last century.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Take a look to find out what I’ve been doing this past week as your MP, from congratulating local charity Stepping Stones on their 35th anniversary, to voting on the Second Reading of the Assisted Dying Bill📝

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Every young person in West Dunbartonshire deserves a first step into work. UK Government's Opening Shift will offer supported retail placements, workplace mentoring & interview experience - helping young people build confidence and open the door to a job. www.gov.uk/government/n...

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Retailers target 100,000 jobs for young people as sector joins forces with government in major work experience drive

Young people will be given vital work experience opportunities thanks to a major initiative between government and Britain’s leading retailers – with the ambition to create up to 100,000 jobs by the e...

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

It's my pleasure to submit a Motion celebrating Stepping Stones' 35th anniversary today! Thank you and congratulations to the staff, volunteers, members & Trustees at Stepping Stones on 3 decades of providing invaluable mental health support to the West Dunbartonshire community.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today at Business Questions, I congratulated local charity Stepping Stones on their upcoming 35th anniversary, commending their years of hard work and dedication to providing invaluable support to people across West Dunbartonshire. Congratulations and thank you Stepping Stones!

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🚧Updates from Scottish Water and West Dunbartonshire Council on Dalreoch Roadworks Delays

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Maggie’s is losing out on £4million in funding. Reforming society lottery sales limits could unlock funding for charities like @maggiescentres.bsky.social at no cost to the taxpayer. Great to join Maggie’s on their 30th anniversary to support calls to review the limits and maximise funding.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The UK Labour Government is strengthening protections against online sexual exploitation with new legislation that will 🚫Make it impossible for under-18s to take, view or send nude images 🔒Have safety protections switched on by default 🔎Require robust age assurance for adults

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🚨Today is #EmergencyServicesDay, where we recognise the incredible dedication of the men and women who work so hard to keep us safe every day. We are so lucky to have such first class police officers, firefighters, NHS staff & so many more here in West Dunbartonshire. #999Day

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I have raised my concerns on several occasions now regarding UK charities operating in illegal Israeli settlements. I have written to the Scottish Charity Regulator, urging them to follow the actions of the Charity Commission for England & Wales, and investigate these concerns.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Following the Foreign Secretary's ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements, I once again raised the issue of charities operating in these settlements. I asked what more can be done to ensure taxpayer's money is not given to these organisations through gift aid contributions.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

📣Update on our Clyde Shopping Centre Escalator The Centre Manager has confirmed to me that the works to repair the escalator have now been scheduled for tonight, and tomorrow night, following which I hope to confirm all equipment as operational. The lift continues to be in use.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

From Westminster to West Dunbartonshire, it's been a busy first week back at Parliament after recess. Take a look to find out what I’ve been doing this past week as your MP, including advocating directly to the PM for investment in West Dunbartonshire and holding 4 advice surgeries📍

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

🚧🚨Update on Lane Closure at A82, Milton I recently received a number of complaints from my West Dunbartonshire constituents advising that the nearside lane of the A82 at Milton in Dumbarton was once again, closed. 1/12

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

If you are also affected by this issue and wish to share your concerns with me, please contact my office and I will keep you updated with my progress on this matter.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Following my successful street surgery on Yoker Mill Road in August, I wrote to the Roads Manager at Glasgow City Council to raise my constituents’ concerns regarding the increased traffic as a result of the Renfrew Bridge.

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

My September newsletter is officially live!🗞️ Read to find out what I've been doing this month as your MP in West Dunbartonshire during parliamentary recess, with lots of local visits, surgeries, and events📍

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

This Saturday 5 September, I am holding a parliamentary advice surgery at Yoker Community Campus📍 Get in touch should you wish to attend. You can check if you are one of my Yoker constituents by entering your postcode via the link below: members.parliament.uk/FindYourMP @campusyoker.bsky.social

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Douglas McAllister MP @douglasmcallister.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The UK Government is supporting local growth across the Glasgow City Region, with over £1.1 billion in investment to fund regional projects across the region including West Dunbartonshire✅ Where the SNP have taken away power from local communities, Labour is empowering them.

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Dalmuir Golf Course @dalmuirgolfcourse.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🚨Update - New Date for Texas Scramble!🤠 We have now officially confirmed our new date for our 2026 Texas Scramble: 🗓️Sunday 11 October 2026 🕙8:30am - 2pm 📍Dalmuir Golf Course Get your team together and get in touch to enter!⛳️

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