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Trading Standards Scotland @tsscot.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

According to this year's Big Scottish Scam Survey these are the 10 most common scams being experienced in Scotland ⬇️ Find out more about all these scams and more in our #ScamShare bulletin: mailchi.mp/2837f3dbb3c1/trading-sta…

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Trading Standards Scotland @tsscot.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Hundreds of dangerous counterfeit squishy toys are still being seized across Scotland - they may: ❌contain dangerous substances which can cause skin irritation, nausea and breathing problems ❌have a strong chemical smell ❌burst/leak during play Read more➡️ ow.ly/SNMT50ZGoK7

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Ballot Box Scotland @ballotbox.scot · 10/07/2026

Larkhall (South Lanarkshire) by-election, first preferences (vs 2022): Reform UK: 1150 (35.2%, new) SNP: 975 (29.9%, +1.0) Labour: 799 (24.5%, -8.5) Conservative: 342 (10.5%, -14) Reform UK elected stage 4.

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The SNP @snp.org · 18/04/2026

A re-elected SNP government will put a price cap on a basket of essential foods in large supermarkets, including basics like bread, milk and eggs, so families can afford the essentials and no one is priced out of a balanced diet. Make it #BothVotesSNP on May 7 for a government that’s on your side.

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Trading Standards Scotland @tsscot.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

It can be difficult to be sure about your consumer rights. Find clear information and advice from: 🗨️Citizens Advice Scotland: www.citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland/… 🗨️Advice Direct Scotland: consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre #ConfidentConsumer

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Trading Standards Scotland @tsscot.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Our #ConsumerConfidence cold caller checklist may be useful for those who are worried about rogue traders or who don't feel confident dealing with cold callers Download & print ➡️https://www.tsscot.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Consumer-Checklist.pdf

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weegingerdug @weegingerdug.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

This is truly desperate stuff from Sarwar. He knows Labour's campaign is failing badly.

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Susan Aitken @susanaitken.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Thanks to @scotfire_glasgo for extremely helpful briefings today about what it’s taking to fight a particularly complex fire. When their work is complete, responsibility for the site will pass to @GlasgowCC & I’ve been meeting our teams throughout the day to plan next steps

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Trading Standards Scotland @tsscot.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

With products and services becoming more expensive, it's important to make sure that your consumer rights are upheld. Find out more about your rights at consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre or call 0808 164 6000 for support on consumer-related matters.

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Trading Standards Scotland @tsscot.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

If you believe a trader has provided misleading info about a product or service to get you to make a purchase or sign a contract, you may have the right to cancel the contract or obtain a discount on the price agreed Find out more➡️https://consumeradvice.scot/knowledge-centre #ConfidentConsumer

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SNP Ukraine Solidarity Caucus 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇦✊️ @snp4ukraine.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

THIS THURSDAY, 7PM Please join us for this online seminar to discuss how Russian and American authoritarians are destroying democracy in Ukraine- and how we can stop them. With Yuliya Yurchenko, @mickantoniw.bsky.social, @ukrainesol.bsky.social Sec Chris Ford and Kenneth Gibson MSP.

Poster for Stopping the Authoritarians webinar organised by Ukraine Solidarity Campaign Scotland. Scan the QR code to attend

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COSLA @cosla.gov.uk · 01/09/2025

COSLA's President, Cllr Shona Morrison, & Community Wellbeing Spokesperson, Cllr Maureen Chalmers have shared a statement on community cohesion, following a number of protests reported across Scotland. Full statement: bit.ly/3JYEwmF @morayshona.bsky.social @maureenchalmers.bsky.social

hoto of COSLA President Councillor Shona Morrison, with a statement which reads: "COSLA reaffirms the commitment of Scottish Councils to welcome all people who are seeking safety in this country and to work in partnership across our communities to ensure that all feel safe and included and are treated with respect and dignity no matter where they are from."

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Following our AGM last evening, the SNP Group on South Lanarkshire Council elected the following leadership team. Leader - @maureenchalmers.bsky.social Depute Leader - @rossclarksnp.bsky.social Business Manager - Councillor David Shearer (re-elected)

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

📣 Thanks to the SNP ScotGov four schools in South Lanarkshire will benefit from a free school meals pilot for S1-3 pupils in receipt of the Scottish Child Payment. 🧒 A crucial step in our mission to eradicate child poverty, the SNP are delivering for children and investing in our future.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

We have submitted an urgent business request to discuss Labour’s cuts to school transport at the Executive Committee meeting this morning. We demand that Councillors have a chance to scrutinise the final details of the cuts before they are introduced - this may be the last opportunity.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

It's disappointing to see Labour and the Tories team-up again to deny Hamilton community groups funding they need+deserve. £0000s sitting unused specifically for this purpose. We call on Labour+coalition partners to end their austerity agenda and invest in the people & places of South Lanarkshire.

"Labour and Tories Unite to Deny Funding for Community Groups" over a picture of a thumb pointing down. Below: "SNP - Working for South Lanarkshire".

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Ross Colquhoun @rosscolquhoun.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

The antithesis to Reform in Scotland is independence. Their predecessor, UKIP, wanted to abolish the Scottish Parliament. Scots want hope - better jobs, affordable homes, and a better quality of life, powered by Scotland’s resources. The SNP is perfectly placed to counter them.

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Catriona @catrio.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Bizarrely they got Jackie Baillie to comment on this and she spouted her usual Scotland is shite and Nicola Sturgeon lives in my mind crap. I replied with several rebuttals. If journalists won’t fact check we have to. As always thanks to Talking up Scotland for quick access to details👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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COSLA @cosla.gov.uk · 27/03/2025

COSLA’s Community Wellbeing Spokesperson, @maureenchalmers.bsky.social has shared words of condolence today following the sad news that Christina McKelvie MSP, Minister for Drug and Alcohol Policy, has died.

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Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit @stoploansharks.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Today we're launching a new campaign - #BreakingTheSilence With almost a third of Scots struggling to cover bills, food & necessities, we want to encourage people to: 🗨️Talk about financial struggles rather than turning to loan sharks 📱Report loan sharks ➡️ stopillegallending.co.uk/breaking-the...

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 10/03/2025

Immigration officers arrested a Columbia University graduate — who is a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. — for helping lead campus protests against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians. President Trump said the case was “the first arrest of many to come.”

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Trump Seeks to Expel a Green Card Holder, Mahmoud Khalil, Over Student Protests

Immigration officers arrested a Columbia University graduate for helping lead campus protests against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians. President Trump said the case was “the first arrest of many to...

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COSLA @cosla.gov.uk · 08/03/2025

“There’s much to celebrate on International Women’s Day but greater equality and safety of Councillors must remain a priority” On #InternationalWomensDay read the statement and by our President, Councillor @morayshona.bsky.social and Chief Executive, @msjaneod.bsky.social: bit.ly/3Fd605X #IWD2025

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weegingerdug @weegingerdug.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

The Labour party under Keir Starmer has strayed so far from its founding principles that it is light years away from anything its founders would recognise. It's now a party of big business and corporate interests.

Photo of galaxy with arrow pointing to Labour's founding principles on top right and another arrow pointing to The Labour party today on the bottom left on the other side of the galaxy

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Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit @stoploansharks.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

The work of the team featured in 'Scotland Tonight: Dealing with Dangerous Debt' on STV yesterday- the program includes the story of a woman who had a heart attack after suffering harassment at the hands of a loan shark she thought was a friend Watch now➡️ player.stv.tv/episode/4pgt...

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Cllr Shona Morrison @morayshona.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

No leader should face intimidation and harassment for carrying out their role. The past few weeks have been incredibly difficult for many of our women council leaders who have had to deal with an unacceptable level of abuse. We all need to call this behaviour out. #internationalwomensday

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Kieran MacNeil @kieranmacneil.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Our SNP Government is giving a helping hand when you need it most. The Job Start Payment supports 16-24-year-olds with the costs of starting work. Real action. Real support. Progress for Scotland.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget will provide £90k towards the upcoming Rutherglen 900 Celebrations. This will enable the council, working with the Rutherglen 900 Committee, to ensure Ruglonians can both celebrate the rich 900-year history of their town and enjoy the lasting legacy of such a high-profile event.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

The associated responsibilities for a community organisation that come with managing and maintaining a facility can be overwhelming. To help ensure success, we propose £0.2m funding to employ two dedicated post-CAT Support Officers, to provide ongoing support as required.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget includes a £500k investment to develop a culture strategy working closely with communities and stakeholders to ensure all voices are heard and recognised. The strategy would include a plan for transforming and enhancing the role of our libraries in each community.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget includes a £2.285m investment in Social Care. £2m will go towards increasing capacity thus easing pressure on our NHS. £285k will enable extensive community engagement towards ideas for a hub and spoke model for formal and informal care in Clydesdale.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

We recognise that potholes are a persistent concern of South Lanarkshire residents. Our budget will therefore establish a £2m ‘Pothole Pot’ to invest in fixing our roads including new pothole repair technologies.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget includes an investment of £2.850m for the improvement of our pavements, paths and parks. This will be subject to an online Participatory Budgeting exercise, enabling communities to prioritise where the additional expenditure in their area is targeted.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget also includes funding towards community engagement for plans regarding a new leisure centre for Blantyre and a refurbishment of the John Wright Sports Centre in East Kilbride. It also requests an assessment of the condition of Hamilton Water Palace

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

It is vital that Larkhall receives a replacement leisure centre that is fit for the future and meets the needs of the community and surrounding areas. Our budget therefore proposes an additional £4m towards the project, bringing the total project budget to £27.9m.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

We believe in supporting our vital third sector organisations and that’s why our budget proposals include the reinstatement of previous funding for some key local organisations such as local Citizens Advice Bureaus and an additional 6% uplift.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget includes a Galas and Festivals Fund of over £300k to support our communities in organising galas, festivals and other community events. This fund provides an opportunity to recognise the importance of these events and ensures a more equitable funding model for our diverse communities.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

As well as being forced to raise Council Tax due to Labour’s tax on jobs our budget will provide SLLC with £650k to offset the rise in Employers’ National Insurance Contributions. This will minimise the impact on SLLC facility and sports pricing.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget includes over £2m to help drive down homelessness in South Lanarkshire. 🏡 £1.9m Rapid Rehousing Accelerator Fund in addition to Scottish Government funding for Rapid Rehousing Transition. 🧑‍💼£180k to recruit 3 additional Homelessness Support Officers.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget rejects any cuts to education and instead proposes a £2m Enhancing Education fund to: 📚 Increase devolved school budgets by 10.3% 🥣 Invest £625k in healthy and high quality school meals and to counter rising costs ✏️ Invest £1m in Community Learning and Development

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

The £2.35m Place and Planet fund will also: 🪴 Reverse Labour’s policy of charging £45 for garden waste uplifts ♻️ Reintroduce one free bulk uplift per year for every household

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Our budget includes a £2.35m Place and Planet Fund to do the following: 🌎 Invest an extra £1m to tackle climate change and nature loss 🗑️ Invest an extra £500k in litter picking, bin emptying and mechanical sweeping to focus on cleaning up our town centres.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

A balanced budget with no Council Tax increase may have been feasible. Unfortunately, as a result of increased Employers’ National Insurance Contributions in the recent UK Labour Government budget we have proposed a 4.75% rise to cover this.

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

We will be presenting our alternative budget today for South Lanarkshire. It focusses on keeping council tax low, avoiding cuts to services and provides additional investment in key areas. See our budget details in the thread below and watch live from 12:30pm 👇 www.youtube.com/live/uQkZ37M...

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Andrea Cowan @andreacowansnp.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Watch on South Lanarkshire's YouTube channel as we present our budget on Wednesday 26th Feb at 12.30pm. A budget with communities at its heart 💛🖤

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South Lanarkshire SNP @snpsouthlan.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

On Wednesday the SNP Group will present an alternative budget for South Lanarkshire. Our budget will focus on keeping council tax low, avoiding cuts to services and provide additional investment in key council areas such as Education, Roads, Social Care, Housing and Climate Sustainability.

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