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Kirsteen Sullivan MP

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Member of Parliament for Bathgate and Linlithgow

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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 20h
Wishing all my constituents celebrating Navratri a joyful and blessed celebration. Happy Navratri! 🌺
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Importantly, you do not need to be a British Gas or Scottish Gas customer to apply. If you are struggling with energy bills, or know someone who may benefit from this support, please take a look. 👉 Find out more and apply: britishgasenergytrust.org.uk
britishgasenergytrust.org.uk
Independent fuel debt advice – British Gas Energy Trust
Struggling with the rising price of energy? The British Gas Energy Trust can help with fuel and money advice no matter who your supplier is.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
💡 Help with energy debt is available The British Gas Energy Trust Energy Support Grant is now open and could provide eligible households with grants of up to £1,700 to help clear energy debt.
britishgasenergytrust.org.uk
Independent fuel debt advice – British Gas Energy Trust
Struggling with the rising price of energy? The British Gas Energy Trust can help with fuel and money advice no matter who your supplier is.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
It was good to be in Linlithgow today for my latest advice surgery, meeting with constituents and helping them with a range of issues. If you need advice or help with an issue please get in touch 👇 📧 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 📞 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
This afternoon I attended a consultation on Cruden Homes’ proposal for new homes at the back of the Morrisons site in Bathgate. The consultation is on until 7pm tonight at the Jim Walker Partnership Centre so pop along to find out more.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Please get in touch 👇 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
with the relevant agencies. Thank you to everyone who came along and took the time to speak with me. It was great to meet you all and hear directly about the issues affecting the community. Couldn’t make it along or have an issue you want to raise?
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
It was great to hold a community coffee event in Winchburgh today and meet with constituents to chat about the issues that matter to them. From local bus services and the long-awaited train station to GP provision, I heard a range of concerns and will be raising these issues
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
children facing inequalities that have a long term impact on their life chances is needed. Read more via this link 🔗 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Radical change needed to cut Scottish child poverty, says charity
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation says Scotland is on course to miss legally-binding poverty targets "by a wide margin".
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
So where is the urgency? Enough talking. Enough excuses. Change is needed and it’s needed now. A joined up, holistic approach that tackles housing, low incomes, flexible childcare and other barriers that hold families back and leave
bbc.co.uk
Radical change needed to cut Scottish child poverty, says charity
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation says Scotland is on course to miss legally-binding poverty targets "by a wide margin".
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Scottish Government has made tackling child poverty a central pledge, yet the legally binding targets have already been missed and the independent Poverty and Inequality Commission says the Scottish Government remains on course to miss the targets by a large margin.
bbc.co.uk
Radical change needed to cut Scottish child poverty, says charity
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation says Scotland is on course to miss legally-binding poverty targets "by a wide margin".
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation says the Scottish Government is on course to miss its legally binding child poverty targets by a wide margin. Its latest figures put relative child poverty at 21% - around one in five children.
bbc.co.uk
Radical change needed to cut Scottish child poverty, says charity
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation says Scotland is on course to miss legally-binding poverty targets "by a wide margin".
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Let’s keep the conversation going, encourage one another to be breast aware, and show our support throughout October and beyond. You can find support via these links👇 www.nhs.uk/conditions/b... www.nhs.uk/conditions/b...
nhs.uk
Help and support for breast cancer in women
Find out where to get help and support for breast cancer from your specialist team and charities like Breast Cancer Now and Macmillan.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
💗October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month💗 This month, we stand together to raise awareness, show support for everyone affected by breast cancer, and remember those we have lost. To those going through treatment, those recovering, families, friends, carers and survivors: you are not alone.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Casework Win's of the Week! Here's a few examples of how my office can help residents in the Bathgate & Linlithgow constituency. If you have any issues or require support please get in touch👇✉️📞 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Packed week in the constituency! Watch my video to find out what I’ve been up to 👀 If you have any issues or require support please get in touch👇✉️📞 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The September edition of my monthly newsletter is out now! If you have any issues or require support please get in touch via the details below 👇 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
A big thank you to the team, volunteers and everyone who attends OPAL for welcoming me and for sharing your experiences. You can find out more about OPAL here 👉 westlothianadvicenetwork.org/cyrenians-opal
westlothianadvicenetwork.org
Cyrenians OPAL - West Lothian Advice Network
At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness. We understand that there are many routes into homelessness, and that there is...
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
their communities. Their work includes digital inclusion and exercise, they also hold lots of quiz and music events! I also heard about the fantastic support OPAL receives from local businesses and the brilliant contribution of its volunteers, ranging in age from just 21 to 86.
westlothianadvicenetwork.org
Cyrenians OPAL - West Lothian Advice Network
At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness. We understand that there are many routes into homelessness, and that there is...
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
attend the group, to hear more about the fantastic work taking place at OPAL and to tell them about the support I can offer them as their MP. OPAL provides a wide range of activities, social groups and befriending support, helping older people stay active, independent and connected within
westlothianadvicenetwork.org
Cyrenians OPAL - West Lothian Advice Network
At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness. We understand that there are many routes into homelessness, and that there is...
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Today, on International Older People’s Day, I visited Cyrenians OPAL in Bathgate, which supports people aged 60+ to live active, fulfilling and connected lives. I met the team at their coffee morning, as well as people who
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Read more via this link 👉https://www.gov.uk/government/news/healey-pledges-new-age-of-industrialisation-as-government-backs-british-shipbuilding
gov.uk
Healey pledges “new age of industrialisation” as Government backs British shipbuilding
Two major maritime projects to be part of “new age of industrialisation” for Britain.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
From the Clyde to Merseyside, that means supporting our shipyards, creating high-skilled jobs, strengthening national security and driving economic growth. British Investment. British Industry. British Jobs. A new age of industrialisation, backing working people and communities across the country.
gov.uk
Healey pledges “new age of industrialisation” as Government backs British shipbuilding
Two major maritime projects to be part of “new age of industrialisation” for Britain.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
⚓Labour Is Backing British Shipbuilding⚓ Major new maritime projects are being built here in Britain, from new floating docks for the Royal Navy at Faslane to a new marine research vessel.
gov.uk
Healey pledges “new age of industrialisation” as Government backs British shipbuilding
Two major maritime projects to be part of “new age of industrialisation” for Britain.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I wasn’t at conference today, but I listened to the Prime Minister’s speech and he set out very clearly his priorities to address the key challenges facing the country right now.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
It was good to be in Whitburn today for my latest advice surgery, meeting with constituents and helping with a range of issues. If you need advice, support or help with an issue, please get in touch👇 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Read more via this link 👉 www.gov.uk/government/n...
gov.uk
Thousands of young disabled people to be offered guaranteed jobs
Thousands of young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are set to be offered a fast-tracked job under the government's Jobs Guarantee.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Rather than allowing young people to become disconnected from the work market, the offer will give them practical experience of work while providing the support they need to succeed. It can provide a pathway to greater independence, confidence and long term employment.
gov.uk
Thousands of young disabled people to be offered guaranteed jobs
Thousands of young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are set to be offered a fast-tracked job under the government's Jobs Guarantee.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This is about replacing barriers with opportunities.
gov.uk
Thousands of young disabled people to be offered guaranteed jobs
Thousands of young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are set to be offered a fast-tracked job under the government's Jobs Guarantee.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
That is why, from April 2027, the UK Government is making changes so that eligible young people on health benefits will be offered a voluntary, fully funded job 13 weeks after their Work Capability Assessment, alongside support tailored to their individual circumstances.
gov.uk
Thousands of young disabled people to be offered guaranteed jobs
Thousands of young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are set to be offered a fast-tracked job under the government's Jobs Guarantee.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
years who were worried about the lack of opportunities for their young person, fearful for what the future had in store. But with the right opportunities and the appropriate support, young people can build confidence, develop valuable skills and take their first steps towards a rewarding career.
gov.uk
Thousands of young disabled people to be offered guaranteed jobs
Thousands of young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are set to be offered a fast-tracked job under the government's Jobs Guarantee.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
A disability or health condition should not mean a young person is shut out of the workplace before they have had the chance to show what they can do. Unfortunately, I've heard from many concerned parents and carers over the
gov.uk
Thousands of young disabled people to be offered guaranteed jobs
Thousands of young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions are set to be offered a fast-tracked job under the government's Jobs Guarantee.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
It was great to hear more about the organisation, the people behind it and the difference they are making in communities. You can read more about Ootsider and their work via this link 👉https://theootsider.co.uk/
theootsider.co.uk
Home - Ootsider
GIVE THE GIFT OF WARMTH
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In addition, we spoke about the importance of teaching children financial literacy, and basic life skills around money and household budgets - all essential to sustaining tenancies and financial wellbeing.
theootsider.co.uk
Home - Ootsider
GIVE THE GIFT OF WARMTH
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
that can leave people without a safe and secure place to call home. Our conversation also touched on the work being undertaken by the Prime Minister and the UK Government to end rough sleeping, as well as the importance of organisations like Ootsider in providing practical support on the ground.
theootsider.co.uk
Home - Ootsider
GIVE THE GIFT OF WARMTH
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
John spoke to me about the immediate and practical impact Ootsider’s work has on people experiencing homelessness. We also discussed some of the key factors that can contribute to homelessness and rough sleeping and the importance of looking at the wider issues
theootsider.co.uk
Home - Ootsider
GIVE THE GIFT OF WARMTH
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Today I met with John Keogh, CEO of Ootsider, a nonprofit organisation that sells outdoor robes, handmade in Scotland, with profits helping to make and donate sleeping coats to people sleeping rough.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I'll be holding an Advice Surgery on Wednesday 7th October in Linlithgow to assist you with any concerns or issues. Appointments are required so please get in touch to book your slot 👇 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Those unable to attend can view the consultation materials online on the day of the event: 🔗 www.ironsidefarrar.com/celticrenewables.html
ironsidefarrar.com
Celtic Renewables Biorefinery Online Consultation
Celtic Renewables Online Consultation
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
📅 Tuesday 29 September 🕓 4pm to 730pm 📍 Grangemouth Community Education Unit The event will provide an update on the proposals and explain how feedback received during the first consultation event has helped inform the plans.
ironsidefarrar.com
Celtic Renewables Biorefinery Online Consultation
Celtic Renewables Online Consultation
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
📢 Public Consultation Event For Proposed Celtic Renewables Biorefinery Residents are invited to attend a second public consultation event regarding Celtic Renewables' proposals for a new industrial scale biorefinery in Grangemouth.
ironsidefarrar.com
Celtic Renewables Biorefinery Online Consultation
Celtic Renewables Online Consultation
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Casework Wins of the Week! Just a few examples of how my team can assist you. If you have any issues or require support please get in touch via the details below ✉️📞👇 kirsteen.sullivan.mp@parliament.uk 01506 901970
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
I was disappointed that I couldn’t make it along this year, but thankfully one of my team members stepped in and took part on my behalf. Well done to everyone involved. I hope you had lots of fun and came away feeling proud of yourselves!
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
The Falkirk Debating Challenge 2026 took place today! A massive congratulations to this year’s winners, but also a huge well done to every student who participated. Getting involved and speaking in front of others is a big achievement in itself.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We welcomed our first work experience student from Bathgate Academy this week. Quick to learn and eager to get stuck in, this young woman has a bright future ahead of her!
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
I'm happy to support #NationalPlaylistDay today! A playlist of personally meaningful songs can improve the lives of people living with dementia and help create connections. Find out more and access support at👉 nationalplaylistday.org
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Glad to see The Scotman pick up on my work to give Trading Standards officers the resources and powers they need. Read more about my work here 👉 www.scotsman.com/news/politic...
scotsman.com
Let Scottish officers close illegal tobacco 'dodgy shops', SNP Government told
Twenty Scottish MPs have signed a letter urging the SNP administration to give officers the power to shut businesses selling illicit tobacco - like their counterparts down south can.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
That's why I am calling for tougher action to ensure these dangerous products are removed from our high streets. Read the full letter👆
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Testing has uncovered shocking contamination, including products containing rat droppings and woodchips. The sale of illicit tobacco and vapes undermines legitimate businesses, puts public health at risk and helps fuel organised crime.
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Kirsteen Sullivan MP @kittysull1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Stronger enforcement powers are needed to tackle these rogue retailers and protect our communities. Many of these products may claim to have been legally produced abroad, but others are manufactured in unregulated factories with little or no regard for safety standards.
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