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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Heard about Labour’s ‘Pride in Place’ funding? A £20m headline means nothing when the numbers don’t add up. Edinburgh deserves real investment, not political illusions. Read my article below 👇 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
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Simita Kumar: Pride in Place – or a political optical illusion
Have you noticed your local Labour MPs parading the headline “£20 million for your community”?
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Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 27/09/2025
BREAKING: At least 91 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza since dawn, medical sources have told Al Jazeera. 🔴 LIVE updates: aje.io/7770yd
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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
EXCLUSIVE: Scottish Labour have been condemned after it emerged that Jackie Baillie met with a private healthcare firm to discuss providing eye care services for Scotland’s NHS
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Scottish Labour blasted as Jackie Baillie lobbied by private healthcare firm
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Last week I joined a public meeting by @ThriveEdinburgh on proposed EIJB cuts to mental health services. After last year’s Third Sector cuts—now this? www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/edinburghs-mental-health-care-crisis-and-the-ijbs-failure-of-leadership-simita-kumar-5154204
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Edinburgh’s mental health care crisis and the IJB’s failure of leadership - Simita Kumar
I’ve spent most of my life working in prevention care and mental health services. From my first volunteering role at a care home in Glasgow to years spent supporting people across NHS Lothian and in t...
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Labour ditched real roles—like vice convenors for Housing, Education, Culture & Transport—to invent a bogus £32k quasi-judicial gig for the Tories. Calling it a ‘myth’? That’s a slap in the face to every taxpayer footing the bill for this fantasy post. www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinbur...
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New £32k per year role for Edinburgh councillor an 'outrageous misuse of public funds'
The Labour administration has been accused of trying to 'buy support' from the Conservative group by creating a new committee vice-convener role
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Delighted to be selected as @theSNP candidate for Edinburgh South Western! Grateful to our local members for your trust, support, and belief in me. Now, the work begins—to fight for a fairer, greener, independent Scotland. #SNP #ScottishIndependence #StrongerForScotland
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Edinburgh SNP councillors and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Cllr Val Walker. Our thoughts are with Val's family and friends, and the Labour group at this difficult time. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...
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Leader pays tribute to Councillor Val Walker
Following the sad passing of our Culture and Communities Convener Councillor Val Walker, Jane Meagher pays tribute. Flags will be lowered at the City Chambers as a mark of respect.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
Today, I wrote to branches in the new Edinburgh South Western constituency (currently Edinburgh Pentlands) seeking nomination as SNP candidate. I hope to bring my experience as a councillor, along with my NHS and third-sector work, to serve and strengthen our local communities.
“I am seeking your support to become the SNP candidate for Edinburgh South Western. With a deep commitment to our communities and a proven track record of delivering for local people, I will be a strong and dedicated voice for you in Holyrood.

As a local councillor and leader of the Council group, I have worked tirelessly to build relationships, shape policy, and stand up for the people of our city. My experience in the NHS and third sector means I bring not just political insight but real-world expertise to drive meaningful change—making our communities fairer, stronger, and better for everyone.

Together, we can build a better future and continue the fight for an independent Scotland. I would be honoured to have your nomination and support.”
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
Today, I wrote to branches in the new Edinburgh South Western constituency (currently Edinburgh Pentlands) seeking nomination as SNP candidate. I hope to bring my experience as a councillor, along with my NHS and third-sector work, to serve and strengthen our local communities.
I am seeking your support to become the SNP candidate for Edinburgh South Western. With a deep commitment to our communities and a proven track record of delivering for local people, I will be a strong and dedicated voice for you in Holyrood.

As a local councillor and leader of the Council group, I have worked tirelessly to build relationships, shape policy, and stand up for the people of our city. My experience in the NHS and third sector means I bring not just political insight but real-world expertise to drive meaningful change—making our communities fairer, stronger, and better for everyone.

Together, we can build a better future and continue the fight for an independent Scotland. I would be honoured to have your nomination and support.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
@kate-c.bsky.social is an incredibly hardworking councillor who is passionate about her local community. She has been a powerhouse in her fight against unionist politics and she’ll be a formidable advocate as MSP in the Scottish Parliament.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
@nicolasturgeon.bsky.social has been a trailblazer for Scotland and an inspiration to me and women everywhere. Her leadership, resilience, and dedication have shaped a better future for our country. Thank you Nicola - for your service and for paving the way for the next generation. #ThankYouNicola
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Deeply disappointed by #ScottishLabour councillors on budget. No good idea or investment went unpunished. ❌£0 - holiday hubs ❌£0 - youth work ❌£0 - Gorgie Farm ❌£0 - Ratho bus ❌£0 - Poverty ❌£0 - Climate ❌ £0 - Public Toilets = ❌ Zero Leadership Shameful.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Tourist Tax passed in @Edinburgh_CC with a weak Labour amendment that favoured Tories yet again to vote against £1b investment into housing. No backbone, no courage, no leadership.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Monumental day for tourist tax in Edinburgh. But shamefully, Labour most comfortable siding with Tories to vote against SNP’s plan to invest £20M into housing providing an extra 1,000 homes #LabourChaos www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh-news/edinburgh-tourist-tax-approved-in-30807155
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Edinburgh tourist tax approved 'in principal' as higher charge to tackle housing crisis rejected
Tenants union Living Rent estimated more than 1,000 homeless people were being accommodated in Edinburgh hotels while tourists used homes as holiday lets
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David Key @davidfkey.bsky.social · 28/12/2024
Excellent response on the doorsteps today for @mc1yde.bsky.social , the local SNP candidate for the Colinton/Oxgangs/Fairmilehead by-election. #SNP
SNP activists about to go to work.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Congratulations to Cllr Meagher on becoming Labour Group leader in Edinburgh. I welcome another woman leader in the Council. However, given serious allegations of corruption and fraud, Labour simply cannot remain in administration. Due process must be allowed to take its course.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Scotland faces tough challenges as a result of Westminster’s choices. Despite budget constraints, it’s taking the right steps to shield communities and families from the worst impacts of Labour’s policies. Read my latest article 👇 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
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Mitigating impact of Westminster choices
The Scottish Government’s recent budget brings a wave of optimism for Edinburgh. With targeted investments designed to enhance the lives of those who call the city home, this budget offers a refreshin...
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Serious allegations have been made against Council Leader - Councillor Cammy Day. I have written to Paul Lawrence, Chief Executive of City of Edinburgh Council, to take immediate actions to safeguard the public, protect staff, and offer support to anyone impacted.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
This is beyond shocking, I’m almost lost for words. Cammy Day needs to resign as Council Leader immediately.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
The Scottish Budget delivers for Edinburgh: 👶 Mitigates cruel 2-child benefit cap 🏛️ Uplifts funding for local govt 📚 Boosts support for Additional Support Needs 🏞️ Funds improved play parks 🏡 Increases investment in affordable housing 🎭 Strengthens support for culture sector
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SavanQadir @savanqadir.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Some personal news!📕 Our book (Displacement, Borders, and Unsettling Narratives) has been published! Migration topic has never been more important to understand than now! Please repost& have a read if you’re interested! Thanks to all contributors & publisher link.springer.com/book/10.1007...
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Secret Edinburgh @secretedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Happy re-opening day to The Peoples Story Museum, #Edinburgh www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/people...
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The People's Story Museum
The People's Story Museum will be open from December 2nd 2024. Please check our website prior to visiting in case of unforeseen closures. The People's Story gives an unique insight into Edinburgh's wo...
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Talat Yaqoob @talatyaqoob.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Yet again: A high profile man called out for his harassment, responds with arrogance, will no doubt call it “cancel culture” and be welcomed on a few podcasts…institutions will promise change, but do little, and then the sexist cycle will start again. All on the shoulders of women who speak out.
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
A very Happy St. Andrew’s Day to everyone 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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a blue and white flag is flying in the wind against a blue sky
ALT: a blue and white flag is flying in the wind against a blue sky
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Cllr. Finlay McFarlane @finlaymcf.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
A final tour of her beloved fringe city. I went to a Janey show in free fringe - at the end she explained how she paid her team fairly and so donations were welcome. She also offered folk to take a fiver instead if you need it no questions asked. RIP Janey ❤️
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nicolasturgeon.bsky.social @nicolasturgeon.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
In one of those random coincidences the universe sometimes serves up, having been unable to make Janey’s Edinburgh send-off, I found myself behind her hearse all the way back west. ‘You better no crash intae the back as me’ I could hear her say. An honour to chum you home, pal. See you tomorrow 😢
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Councillor Vicky Nicolson, Inverleith Ward @vicnicsnp.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Lovely turnout on the #RoyalMile for @janeygodley.bsky.social today. We took our clicky pens! RIP Janey, thank you for everything 💔
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The Edinburgh Reporter @edinreporter.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Duddingston Crescent closed following crash – Emergency Services on scene An Edinburgh street has been closed due to a crash. Emergency Services are in attendance at Duddingston Crescent at Hope Lane and Magdalene Drive which was reported at 12.15pm. Police are asking road users to use an…
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Duddingston Crescent closed following crash – Emergency Services on scene
An Edinburgh street has been closed due to a crash. Emergency Services are in attendance at Duddingston Crescent at Hope Lane and Magdalene Drive which was reported at 12.15pm. Police are asking road users to use an alternative route. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Duddingston Crescent in Edinburgh is closed between Hope Lane and Magdalene Drive due to a road crash involving a car and a male pedestrian, which was reported at 12.15pm. “Emergency services are in attendance. “Please use an alternative route.” More to follow when we have it.
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John Swinney @johnswinney.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
The SNP Scottish Government will introduce a universal Pension Age Winter Heating Payment, following the UK Labour government's decision to cut the Winter Fuel Payment to 900,000 Scots. "We will not abandon older people this winter or any winter" - @sa4dunfermline.bsky.social 👏
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Merchiston Districts Community Council @merchistoncc.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
A bit of good news! 🌟 We recently unveiled restored canal path benches near the canal at Ashley Terrace Bridge. Local craftsman Richard Ryrko breathed new life into two decades-old benches, making them safer and more comfortable for walkers and community groups. Community spirit in action!
a picture of a restored bench on the path near the canal, with the Ashley Terrace boathouse in the background.A group of people stand on a canal towpath as a newly restored bench is unveiledA metal plaque affixed to a refurbished wooden bench. The plaque reads "This seat is provided by merchiston community council. Funded by City of Edinburgh Council. 2024"
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Blackford Safe Routes @blackfordsaferoutes.co.uk · 26/11/2024
A fun, inclusive, mass bike ride, highlighting the need for safe routes for women and girls. Light up and decorate your bikes! This Friday evening!
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Gordon Macdonald SNP @gmacdonaldsnp.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Delivering for Scotland! Everyone in Scotland has benefitted from SNP Government policies. www.snp.org/achievements/
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
25th Nov marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women & the start of #16DaysOfActivism. In Scotland, 1 in 5 women face domestic abuse, with 64,000 cases recorded last year. Let’s stand in solidarity and act now to #EndViolenceAgainstWomen safer.scot/information/...
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Gillian Martin @gillianamartin.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Labour’s Anas Sarwar would like you all to forget it was his party in the UK who took away the Winter Heating Payment from our pensioners. This is smoke and mirrors.His time to save the WFP was weeks ago ahead of the UK Budget-by picking up the phone to Rachel Reeves.
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Katie Hagmann MSP @katiehagmann.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Huge concerns if this is correct. The direct costs to #LocalGovernment in Scotland £265million. Commissioned services in health & social care £85million. SCVO costs £75million & the list goes on... GPs, Pharmacies, Transport providers, Childcare Providers! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Treasury to give Scotland £300m as tax hike compensation
UK government says SNP have
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mirandaradley.bsky.social @mirandaradley.bsky.social · 23/11/2024
An absolute honour to receive @thesnp.bsky.social Councillor of the Year award at the St Andrew’s awards dinner last night I couldn’t do what I do without the support of the fantastic Team @aberdeensnp.bsky.social
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Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 24/11/2024
The Gaza death toll has risen to more than 44,175 Palestinians amid Israel's continued bombardment of the besieged enclave since October 7, 2023, says the health ministry. 🔴 LIVE updates ⤵️
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Israeli forces escalate southern Lebanon attacks, kill 35 in Gaza in a day
Gaza’s Health Ministry says 35 Palestinians were killed and 94 wounded in the latest 24-hour reporting period.
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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Labour's plans to cut benefits will leave disabled Scots 'financially worse off', welfare charities have said🥀
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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
NEW: A drop in support for Labour in Scotland has been 'clearly confirmed', Professor John Curtice has said. The polling expert said voting figures 'do not suggest Anas Sarwar is on course to become the next first minister' Get the full story: www.thenational.scot/news/2474439...
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
The Lib Dems’ leaflet during the by-election stooped to a new low: exposing councillors’ homes - some incorrectly. A gross invasion of privacy and outright dishonesty. While all this time, their ‘local’ candidate will be living 5,000 miles away. The audacity is unbelievable!
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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
🗣️ 'He is meant to be a human rights lawyer but he has chosen to arm and support a genocide'
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Lorna Finn @lornafinn.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
🥶Temperatures have dropped faster than Labour’s 🥀 manifesto promises. 🗳️Tomorrow you’ve got a chance to show them who will really stand up for communities in Scotland. In Maryhill #VoteSNP #Finn1
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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
NEW: Ian Murray has refused to lift the Tory ban on Scottish gender reform - despite Scottish Labour having voted for it. The news has seen the Scottish Secretary accused of an 'affront to devolution' ⬇️
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Ian Murray backs Tory block on Scottish gender bill – despite Labour voting for it
IAN Murray has been accused of perpetrating an “affront to devolution” after he refused to lift the veto on Scottish gender reform – despite…
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The National @scotnational.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Here's your first look at tomorrow's front page 📰 'Chancer' Sarwar makes U-turn 🥀
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Simita Kumar @simitakumar.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Cllr Marco Biagi has announced his resignation from the Council to take up another position. While we are sad to lose his dedication and expertise, we are excited for his next chapter. He will be greatly missed by colleagues and constituents alike. More to follow.
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The SNP @snp.org · 18/11/2024
🌹 During the election, Labour promised to cut energy bills by £300. 🥀 Bills are now forecast to rise in January by £168 on average, since Labour got in. 💷 A £468 cut is now required to meet that promise.
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Danny Aston @dastonsnp.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Labour councillors just voted against any further consideration of in-sourcing the cycle parking contract, along with the Tories & Lib Dems. In doing so, they rejected creating new public sector jobs & taking private profit out of public services. Why?
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