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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹

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1. Scottish Labour MP for Edinburgh South West. 2. Civil Engineer 3. Parkrunner. Newsletter Sign-Up: tinyurl.com/EdSWNewsletter

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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 3h
Macaroni Pie
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 3h
Lunch today is a fusion of Scottish and Italian cuisine! 😋
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 7h
This is a somewhat disappointing response to the letter I sent the First Minister several months ago regarding the need for clear planning guidance for data centres. I'm concerned that there is currently no indication that the Scottish Government intends to consult the public on this guidance.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 8h
It's fantastic to see Balerno's The Free Company named among Scotland's top 10 restaurants. I had the pleasure of visiting a few weeks ago and meeting the people behind this remarkable venture. The full list: www.thetimes.com/life-style/f... The Free Company: www.the-free-company.com
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SW20ed #Edinburgh @sw20.info · 18h
Welcome #Edinburgh bus lane trial for a busy route - 7 till 7, 7 days a week* *except for quite a lot of loading 😮🤦
On weekdays, the busiest times are between between 7am and 10am and 4pm and 7pm. During these times, loading and unloading will not be permitted anywhere along the route, except within lay-bys.

At weekends, loading and unloading will continue to be permitted all day on the route, with the exception of the section between Easter Road and the Willowbrae Gardens junctions, where loading and unloading will not be permitted between 11am and 2pm.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Many thanks to everyone who attended the screening of the National Climate Emergency briefing (www.nebriefing.org) this evening in Edinburgh South West. The film provided an honest and sobering assessment of the impacts that climate change is already having, and the consequences if we fail to act.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Many thanks to everyone who attended the screening of the National Climate Emergency briefing (www.nebriefing.org) this evening in Edinburgh South West. The film provided an honest and sobering assessment of the impacts that climate change is already having, and the consequences if we fail to act.
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National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature
National Emergency Briefing | The UK’s leading climate and nature experts brief MP's on the risks, impacts and solutions to the climate emergency
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Cockburn Association @thecockburn.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Colourful new mural celebrating local history brightens Roseburn to Union Canal path www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
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Colourful new mural celebrating local history brightens Roseburn to Union Canal path
The mural forms part of wider efforts to enhance the £17 million Roseburn to Union Canal project, which created a new green corridor linking the Roseburn Path with the Union Canal.
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SpokesLothian @spokes.org.uk · 07/10/2026
📈 #ClimateCrisis film reminder THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER St Michael's Parish Church Hall, Slateford Road, 7pm @edi.bike @sccscot.bsky.social @merchistoncc.bsky.social @chdot.bsky.social @d4cae.bsky.social @operationnoah.bsky.social @2050climategroup.bsky.social @edfoc.bsky.social @foescot.bsky.social
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The Westminster Transport Select Committee, of which I am a member, is currently examining the safety of women and girls across the transport network, including walking and cycling routes. If you have views, please submit them to the enquiry: committees.parliament.uk/work/9900/sa...
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
It was great to visit Edinburgh Napier University today and meet some of the students benefiting from its partnership with Enterprise Mobility. We had an excellent discussion about the many ways they work together to help students develop the skills and experience they need to succeed.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Peatland restoration plays a key role in our response to the climate change and biodiversity emergencies, so it is good to see Project L-and Community Enterprise Ltd have submitted to restore land in Edinburgh South West. Details - citydev-portal.edinburgh.gov.uk/idoxpa-web/a...
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Shelter Scotland @shelterscotland.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
125,000 households are waiting for a social home in Scotland. 🏡 We must build at least 15,693 social homes every year of this Parliament to tackle the #HousingEmergency and reduce homelessness. Help make that happen ➡️ shelterscotland.org/ActLeaders
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Longstone Community Council @longstonecc.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Fabulous work! Thanks so much for progressing. ❤️
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
There are bits of the motion he liked, bits he didn't... he just can't tell us which.
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walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social @walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
🧵 1/2 Last week, the National Cycle Network took us to Labour conference! We met MPs, attended the conference walk and held a debate with the Sustainable Transport Alliance.
Photo of Dan Simpson with buildings and a waterfront behindPhoto of Zak Viney from Living Streets and Kim Leadbeater MP standing next to a Beatles statue in LiverpoolPhoto of Cat Woodhead (LS CEO), Alex Mayer MP, Dr Scott Arthur MP, Claire Ward (mayor of the West Mids), Cllr Liam Robinson (Liverpool City Council leader) at the conferencePhoto of a National Cycle Network wayfinder for Route 56 in Liverpool.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
However distant it may seem today, a two-state solution remains the only proposal that offers both peoples the prospect of self-determination, security and peace. By blog: scottarthurmp.wordpress.com/2026/10/04/t...
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The two-state solution remains the only path to security and peace.
The term Zionism has increasingly become a slogan rather than a clearly understood political idea. Over recent months and years, I’ve often asked people who use the word what they believe it …
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Indeed - Compare Edinburgh and Glasgow 2020-22 on winning hearts and minds. Nonetheless, we established consensus around the vast majority of the schemes. The most significant removal, George IV Bridge, was not on my watch - I still think that was a huge step backwards.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
I inherited a lot of resentment relating to how some of later schemes were implemented, and also the polarisation around the East Craigs LTN proposal. I genuinely think we'd be in a better place if the Council did 10% less SfP, and did the politics 10% better with the cash. (1/2)
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
If you live in Edinburgh South West, this website will generate an email to me explaining that you support a closer relationship with the EU. See - bestforbritain.org/take-action/...
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
When I first arrived in Edinburgh in 1996, it felt as though the Bike Co-op dominated the city's cycling scene. Its own-brand bikes were everywhere. Now that legacy is at risk. My take on what's happened to UK cycling: scottarthurmp.wordpress.com/2026/10/04/c...
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Can Edinburgh Bike Co-op Survive Until Its 50th Birthday?
It’s deeply concerning to hear that the future of Edinburgh Bicycle Co-operative may be at risk, but the mantra is very much “There’s still fight in the dog”. When I first a…
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Best for Britain @bestforbritain.org · 03/10/2026
This week, the Prime Minister said that "all the options" for our future relationship with Europe are on the table. EU membership is the only option that makes sense. Write to your MP and ask them to attend the debate in Parliament on rejoining the EU.
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Tell your MP: 628 constituencies want EU membership. Only 4 don't. - Best for Britain
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
If you live in Edinburgh South West, this website will generate an email to me explaining that you support a closer relationship with the EU. See - bestforbritain.org/take-action/...
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
We need more of this - Residents will soon be able to move into over 70 new affordable homes in Edinburgh’s Wester Hailes in the coming weeks. See: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/over-70...
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
For some reason, you are finding it hard to say the SNP & Greens won the vote. 🤷
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Yesterday I had the opportunity to meet John Clark, whose family business is one of the UK's largest automotive groups. We talked about the transition to electric vehicles and the ambitious targets that have been set by the government. See: scottarthurmp.wordpress.com/2026/10/03/s...
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Scotland Must Not Be Left Behind in the EV Skills Race
Yesterday I had the opportunity to meet John Clark (son pf Arnold Clark), whose family business is one of the UK’s largest automotive groups, to discuss both the opportunities and challenges …
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
The actual vote was in late 2022 iirc.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
You didn’t answer my question. Who won the vote?
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Your tweet at the top of this thread is all about blame culture, you just blamed the wrong person.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
What is accurate then? I certainly lost, and the SNP/Greens won IIRC.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The vote to reopen it was won by the SNP/Greens in 2022...
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Can you provide evidence of that "campaign"? Can you confirm who won the vote to reopen the road?
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This isn't my constituency, and it's an entirely devolved issue.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
SN13 BDF (Finn) spotted today.
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One Parent Families Scotland @opfs.org.uk · 02/10/2026
📣 Every family should have enough to live with dignity. Our latest Single Parent Impact Report shares evidence from OPFS services, Michelle’s story and the changes we’re calling for to give single parent families greater security. 📖 Read the report: opfs.org.uk/wp-content/u...
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Just Eat exploiting workers: "Just Eat partners with over 70,000 self-employed couriers... ...Our data shows that couriers delivering for Just Eat earn over the national living wage for the time they are on an order". From: www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/09/29/e...
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Edinburgh delivery riders launch “fair work” demands
Delivery riders in Edinburgh have launched a new “fair work” charter to demand “basic workers’ rights” from food delivery firms.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It was good to attend the AGM of The Welcoming Edinburgh this evening. Through English language classes, employability support, home energy advice, a community fridge, and a wide range of social and cultural activities, the organisation provides practical help and a genuine sense of belonging.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
I found this old tweet.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
I recall that it was the SNP/Greens who won the vote to reopen it. I think it was one of the few votes I lost. Happy to be corrected.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It's great to see the new play park in Hailesland taking shape - we need more of this in Edinburgh South West.
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Financial Times @financialtimes.com · 01/10/2026
Indian Flydubai pilot praised after disaster averted ft.trib.al/mOx0ovT
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Indian Flydubai pilot praised after disaster averted
Captain Smit Machchhar fought off attack by co-pilot with help from crew and passengers
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 01/10/2026
Capt. Smit Machchhar from India suffered stab wounds while fending off an attack from his co-pilot during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, saving the lives of around 170 people on board.
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Who Is Captain Smit Machchhar, the Pilot Hailed as a Hero After FlyDubai Cockpit Stabbing?
Capt. Smit Machchhar from India suffered stab wounds while fending off an attack from his co-pilot, saving the lives of around 170 people on board, officials said.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
More from me on the changes to social care Andy announced yesterday: scottarthurmp.wordpress.com/2026/09/30/s...
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Social Care Reform Must Be About Dignity, Not Politics
It looks as though the starting point for Andy’s plan to reform social care in England will be the introduction of free personal care. That makes sense. It was Labour that introduced free per…
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
From midnight tonight.
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SpokesLothian @spokes.org.uk · 30/09/2026
#Mural arriving on new path, up from #RussellRoad @edi.bike @chdot.bsky.social @edfoc.bsky.social @rosssmckenzie.bsky.social @cllrdanheap.bsky.social @euandavidson.bsky.social @threadinburgh.scot @thecockburn.bsky.social @lordwoolamaloo.bsky.social @edinburghminute.com @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social
Mural reflecting local life being painted beside Roseburn to Canal path, near Russell Road.  Photo by Rosie of Spokes
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
This is a reminder that on Thursday the 8th of October at 7pm. If you would like to attend, please register your interest by completing this form: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/sL2NxNMtei I look forward to seeing many of you on the night!
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
A reminder that it is antisemitic to blame our UK Jewish brothers and sisters for the actions of Netanyahu. See: BBC News - Antisemitism on the rise at universities, charity warns - BBC News www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Antisemitism on the rise at universities, charity warns
The Community Security Trust says reported incidents are "substantially higher" than before the war in Gaza began.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
What does social care reform in England mean for Scotland? My answer: scottarthurmp.wordpress.com/2026/09/29/w...
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What does social care reform in England mean for Scotland?
Andy’s speech today has prompted questions (and misinformation) about the relationship between spending decisions made by the UK Government in England and the impact those decisions have on S…
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Liverpool is looking great today.
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Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹 @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Labour Party Conference parkrun.
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