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Michael Marra MSP

@michaeljmarra.bsky.social
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Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Finance. Scottish Labour MSP for North East Scotland. Dundonian, Dad, DUFC.

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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Reflecting on Remembrance Day on those lost and those who came home yet paid a price for us all in trauma and in pain. Paul is a volunteer for WithYou in Dundee helping others with their addiction recovery. A veteran serving again and saving lives. Lest we forget.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
While our front line services need all the help they can get, Labour investment is being held up by the SNP. Where is the money, John?
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Congratulations to The Howff Secret Supper Club in Dundee, named Scotland’s Restaurant of the Year at the Food Awards Scotland. This award recognises their distinctive approach to fine dining and their contribution to Dundee’s growing reputation for culinary excellence.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Supermarket surgery today in Asda Kirkton with Cllr Kevin Keenan. As ever, if you have an issue you would like to discuss with me, please email my parliamentary address. Thank you to Samantha for welcoming us and for all her community work.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
I have written to STV's Chief Executive calling on him to reverse the decision to sack journalists and end STV’s north of Scotland news programme. Good quality, regional journalism is a fundamental part of our democracy which must be protected.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Almost a week on from the Banchory Beast and I’m still sore. A brilliant run and obstacle race with loads of NE folk running for charity. Our XParty team was depleted by illness but the Lab-Lib members got through it. We finished 45th out of 2500 @willierennie.bsky.social dragged me round.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Interactive Entertainment Scotland the new trade body dedicated to our video game industry, which launched last night. The economy we need: based on the talents of Scots and the talents of Dundonians. Thank you to @4jstudios.com for hosting, and @ukieofficial.bsky.social for their hard work.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
At the next Scottish elections, vote Labour to: 🩺 Fix NHS Tayside 🎓 Save the University of Dundee 🧹 Clean up our streets 🏙 Revitalise our city centre 💸 End SNP waste
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
£200m investment in carbon capture technologies across Scotland. That's the difference a Labour government makes. Fantastic to meet with Rachel Reeves today in St Fergus, Peterhead, putting our clean energy future into practice.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Applications are now open for my summer internship programme. A paid, part-time opportunity to learn about campaigns and delivering change for Dundee. Details below 👇 tinyurl.com/j6jwk3z3
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Fantastic visit to the Discovery last week. Great to catch up with colleagues from Dundee Heritage Trust and see progress on the ship.
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#MEAction Scotland @meactionscotland.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
Thanks to @michaeljmarra.bsky.social for joining us during #MEAwarenessWeek at #MillionsMissing Scotland 2025 and supporting our call for the urgent development of specialist support for people with ME.
A photo of Michael Marra MSP standing with an ME Action Scotland volunteer outside the Scottish Parliament. They are holding a red board that says 'Red Alert for ME, specialist support is needed now' and standing next to an ME Action Scotland banner.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Today was my members’ business debate on wraparound care for children with additional support needs. The highlight was welcoming Leo, and his mum Nicola, to Parliament. With summer approaching we have to make holidays real by letting families plan ahead.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
In 18 years Dundee GP clinics down 25%. GP patient lists up by 37%. If the SNP had a plan to end the 8am rush they would have done it by now.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Brilliant day in the sun in Hamilton and Larkhall, with an even warmer reception on the doors. Davy Russell would make an excellent MSP, a local champion for his community.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
The Holy Father’s passing brings such sadness for many but joy for him at Easter. A mortal man of peace, compassion and love for the poor. A humble servant to all. Requiescat in pace il Papa.
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One Parent Families Scotland @opfs.org.uk · 19/04/2025
📣 MSPs will debate wraparound care for children with ASN on 8 May, led by @michaeljmarra.bsky.social If this affects your family, now’s the time to speak up. ✉️ Email your MSP and urge them to attend. 👉 Learn how: opfs.org.uk/get-involved...
Email your MSP about wraparound ASN childcare
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Huge job losses at University of Dundee are unacceptable and self-defeating. For a Minister to claim they were shocked is indicative of someone who is not listening or does not understand the scale of the crisis. We need real leadership right now. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/politics/...
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EXCLUSIVE: SNP ministers 'volcanic' at Dundee University saying 700 jobs could be lost
The Courier was told about the scale of anger inside government offices when further details were revealed by university management.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
A reminder that this free, public forum to discuss the upcoming Assisted Dying bill is taking place on Thursday in Dundee. It's an excellent chance to hear the arguments for and against. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/assisted-d...
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Assisted Dying Discussion
A discussion on the proposed Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults legislation - come along and share your thoughts.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
The First Minister cannot be shocked by the scale of the University of Dundee job cuts. He has known what was coming for weeks. What will his government actually now do to save jobs?
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
My parliamentary motion celebrating the life of the legendary Dick McTaggart, his astounding achievements and the remarkable legacy he will leave behind.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
I welcome the announcement of support for the University of Dundee. Without a published recovery plan, it is too early to say whether this funding will be sufficient to secure the University’s long-term future. I have requested a meeting with the Minister for Higher Education.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
The question is whether the SNP can get the desperately needed money Labour has provided in the budget to the front lines of public services. Judging by their record, I won't be holding my breath.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Pleased to address Scottish Labour Conference this afternoon and announce our plans for a Scottish Treasury. A Scottish Labour Government will get a grip of the public finances and deliver value for every pound of taxpayers’ money. That is the new direction we will take together.
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Chris Creegan @chriscreegan.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
New from me on Substack: we have five years to end new cases of HIV and we must not fail. Let's get it done. open.substack.com/pub/chriscre...
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Five Years to End New Cases of HIV
The global consquences of the Trump adminsration's disengagement with HIV prevention could be lethal. In the UK we have the opportunity to write a different story. But there is no time to lose.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
The SNP has lost control of Scotland's finances through waste and incompetence. Value for money. An end to waste. A long-term plan to deliver for Scots. That's the new direction Scottish Labour will deliver in 2026. www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politic...
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A Scottish Labour Government will cut wasteful spending and get value for money
Writing in the Daily Record, Labour MSP Michael Marra says Scottish Labour will provide a new direction at its conference in Glasgow this weekend.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
The Labour Government has committed £2.6m for the V&A Dundee - in addition to £20m of transformational funding for Dundee. Since the V&A opened in 2018, tourist numbers have gone up 50%. Our investment will boost Dundee's economy, securing new growth and jobs.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Before my election, I served as Deputy Director of the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science. I hired the brilliant colleagues losing their jobs due to a cash crisis they did not create. My thoughts on where Dundee Uni is getting it wrong. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/opinion/5...
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MICHAEL MARRA: I hired staff at Dundee forensics centre facing axe - this crisis is personal and political
Before entering parliament North East MSP Michael Marra was deputy director of the under-threat Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Under the SNP train fares are up, and up, and up. It is a company owned by the public, it should be accessible to be used by the public.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
It was great to meet with Relationship Scotland @relscot.bsky.social, and to celebrate the work they do in Dundee with a Parliamentary Motion. Thank you to the team for the work they do in counselling and support services for our city.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Outside the Scottish Parliament today for @ucuscotland.bsky.social rally on the crisis in Scottish HE. Good to speak with colleagues from Univeristy of Dundee. With the huge challenges the uni faces, it is vital that trade union voices are heard.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Since the law changed in 2016, there have been zero fatal accident inquiries for Scots who have died abroad. In England and Wales, there have been thousands. There is a flaw in the legislation which denies Scots access to justice. www.sundaypost.com/fp/deaths-ab...
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Hundreds of Scots families denied answers over deaths abroad
Despite thousands of inquests taking place in England and Wales, not a single one has been carried out in Scotland since 2016.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Pleased to bring SSEN to Parliament to meet with MSPs and answer questions. I have met with SSEN on many occasions to raise constituents’ concerns regarding new energy infrastructure. It is vital for our clean energy future, and that we see economic benefits for local people.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
A privilege to host the National Leadership Network in Parliament this week. An inspiring organisation providing opportunities and outcomes for care experienced people - many of them young and talking passionately about their shared futures.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
This £1.2m cut this year. A £1.9m cut to teaching posts in Dundee, made last year. Cuts to posts benefitting poorer pupils, and those with additional support needs. Any further cuts will be devastating for the children who need support the most. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/politics/...
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Dundee schools brace for cuts to posts aimed at poorer pupils
The Courier understands the £1.2million reduction in “attainment” funding means the loss of 18.8 full-time equivalent posts across the city.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
This is the week the Glen Sannox finally entered service. Nearly 7 years delayed, the SNP ferry fiasco has cost millions and left island communities high and dry. A Scottish Labour Government would bring all the details of this scandal into the light.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Because Scots voted Labour, a Labour Government delivered a record settlement for Scotland's budget. While the SNP voted against an extra £5.2bn for Scotland's public services.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Brilliant event in Holyrood this week celebrating our urban environments and those preserving them with incredible skill. Our Dundee Historic Environment Trust team preserve Dundee's incredible past for all our futures.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
With shock resignations & a huge deficit at the University of Dundee urgent questions must be answered For our city the University of Dundee is too big to fail This is what I have learned over the last 7 days regarding my old employer & what must happen next www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/opinion/5...
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MICHAEL MARRA: University of Dundee is too big to fail – the alternative would scar our city
Dundee-based Labour MSP Michael Marra worked at the university for 16 years prior to his election to parliament.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
We need a reliable postal service. We cannot function without it. My constituents in Dundee have told me about their postal delays, or even not receiving their post altogether. This has happened all times of the year. In the Courier today 📰 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/politics/...
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Excellent to once again welcome St Paul's RC Academy to Holyrood to watch a First Minister’s Questions, and to answer some of their questions as well. Thank you so much for coming.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
No reform. No vision. No plan. Not only is this more of the same from the SNP, it sends Scotland ever faster in the wrong direction.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Waiting for the (late….) budget with my Spotify Wrapped. Taylor spike in the Eras summer. Old Dutch by Bonny Light Horseman my track of the year. Recommend.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
It is Labour investing £5bn into Scotland which makes it possible to put sorely needed money into the frontline of our public services. Will the SNP invest to change direction, or will they continue with decline, waste and fiscal incompetence?
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
On the SNP's watch, Scotland's NHS is going backwards. Hardworking staff are being let down by an SNP government that refuses to do the hard work of reforming our public services. Scotland needs a new direction.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Very strange that SNP and Green members literally applaud themselves in Parliament for agreeing the early release of convicted prisoners from Scottish jails. A real mess and a matter of regret whichever way you look at it.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
A productive meeting with our Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the Treasury yesterday. Rebuilding the foundations of our economy by bringing stability to the public finances is key in our vital mission to deliver growth.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Loved this @londonreview.bsky.social piece by Fara Dabhoiwala on history of science, racism, intellectual egos, Newton, Da Vinci Code level jaw dropping art history and the brilliant Francis Williams. www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v4...
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Fara Dabhoiwala · A Man of Parts and Learning: Francis Williams Gets His Due
The only certainty about the picture is that it shows Francis Williams. No one has ever been able to discover who...
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Great day in Dundee's West End on Friday, doing a street surgery to address directly the issues that matter to you.
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Michael Marra MSP @michaeljmarra.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
Cash-strapped NHS Tayside limits sleep apnoea service. A repeating pattern of NHS Tayside cutting services without telling those waiting to be seen. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/politics/...
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Cash-strapped NHS Tayside limits sleep apnoea service in latest cost saving drive
Patients will be put onto a waiting list for diagnosis and treatment to save the health board cash.
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