Reposted by John ErskineGregor Poynton @gregorpoynton.bsky.social · 02/05/20265 days to give Scottish Labour 5 years to fix the SNP’s mess. Scotland needs change and this election is about getting the basics right, and building a better future for Scotland. 1/2 653
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 20/02/2026⬇️ Inflation down ⬇️ Interest rates down ⬇️ Borrowing down ⬆️ Retail sales up ⬆️ UK fastest growing European G7 economy There's more to do, but the UK Labour economic plan is the right one. 010
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 11/02/2026🏡What is community energy and why does it matter to our area? Community-owned energy projects such as rooftop solar, onshore wind and hydropower are already making a big difference across the country. 110
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 04/02/2026Took a bit of time this evening to give blood. It’s a simple thing, but it makes a real difference - and demand is always there. If you’re able to give, please do 👇 scotblood.co.uk 🩸 020
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 01/01/2026First-footed on New Year’s Day this morning. Some would still say overpriced…. 030
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 30/11/2025Happy St.Andrew’s day to everyone celebrating across the Highlands and Islands, Scotland, the U.K. and around the world! 🏴🏴🏴 020
Reposted by John ErskineRecord Politics @politics.dailyrecord.co.uk · 25/11/2025Boost for Scots workers as Rachel Reeves confirms rise in National Minimum Wagedailyrecord.co.ukBoost for Scots workers as Rachel Reeves confirms rise in National Minimum WageThe National Living Wage will rise by 4.1 per cent to £12.71 an hour for eligible workers aged 21 and over. 041
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Getting to some of Scotland and the UK's major gigs and sporting events across is expensive enough when you are travelling from the Highlands and Islands. Labour is making it illegal to resell tickets for live events above the original cost. 010
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 09/11/2025Today, we honour all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Now and always, we will remember them. 020
Reposted by John ErskineStirling Labour Party @stirlinglabour.bsky.social · 24/10/2025A big thanks to Livingston MP @gregorpoynton.bsky.social & @scottishlabour.bsky.social Shetland Candidate @johnrerskine.bsky.social for joining @chriskanemp.bsky.social & @drkaindemanji.bsky.social on the Stirling East Council By-Election campaign trail! 🗳️ Vote 1️⃣ for Yvonne Dickson on 30th Oct! 031
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Out in Stirling East this afternoon with @chriskanemp.bsky.social and @drkaindemanji.bsky.social, backing Yvonne Dickson ahead of next week's by-election. The @stirlinglabour.bsky.socialCouncil is working hard to protect local services despite swinging SNP Gov cuts. All the best for next week!🌹 031
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 10/10/2025The deputy leadership election is a choice. I've backed Bridget Phillipson to help end child poverty and to avoid going back towards our divided past. 🌹 🗳️#BackingBridget 030
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 09/10/2025A bit south of Shetland today, down in Ayr supporting John Duncan for Ayr North for the by-election next Thursday.🌹 John’s fighting to put an end to the chaos, scandal and waste from South Ayrshire Council. Wishing him success next Thursday! 🗳️ 040
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 22/09/2025Your weekly reminder. Reform aren’t on your side. 010
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 21/09/2025Labour will always do what’s best for Britain. £150 billion worth of US investment will change the lives of working people across the country for the better. Our deal with the US means thousands of good, high quality jobs for people across the country. 010
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 18/09/2025The UK Labour Government is delivering for working people. Let's deliver a Scottish Labour government in Scotland next may with Anas Sarwar to deliver the new direction that Scotland needs. 010
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 05/06/2025The final push in the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election today for Scottish Labour Party candidate Davy Russell! Polls are open until 10pm ⏰ Get out and vote for a local champion. 🌹 121
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 29/04/2025From the Highlands to Hamilton, the campaigning never stops! Great to be out supporting Scottish Labour’s Davy Russell in the by-election. People are ready for a new direction and Labour is ready to deliver it. 🌹 Let’s build a fairer Scotland, together. #VoteLabour 030
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 17/03/2025I'll be enjoying a pint of Guinness this evening after work! Happy St Patrick's Day to everyone celebrating! 🍀 010
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 23/02/2025Rounding off a tremendous weekend at @scottishlabour.bsky.social conference in Glasgow with a rousing speech from our Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Delivering the change our country needs. 🌹 #ScotLab25 020
John Erskine @johnrerskine.bsky.social · 19/11/2024JUST ANNOUNCED: A Scottish Labour Government in Holyrood from 2026 will reinstate the Winter Fuel Payment. 140