More powers for Scotland
It’s often said that a week is a long time in politics and I certainly think this has been a week which will live long in the memory. We started it by putting the wheels in motion to allow 16 …
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Planes, trains and automobiles
24 hours in the life of Alistair Carmichael Being a Member of Parliament is never a 9-5 job but when you represent the UK’s most northerly constituency it certainly isn’t. It can be a hectic life but it’s seldom dull. …
Devolution in action
In the wake of last month’s historic referendum on Scottish independence, work is now continuing apace to deliver more powers for the Scottish Parliament as the three main UK party leaders pledged ahead of the vote. Just this week we …
Doing the business
Entrepreneurship has been a keen interest of mine for many years. My wife started her own business as a veterinary surgeon on Orkney. I know that through all the trials and tribulations there are great rewards and satisfaction that come …
International Women's Day: Inspiring Change
Today – to celebrate tomorrow’s International Women’s Day - I’ve met some of those who are doing their bit to make the positive case for equality for women both in this country and further afield. Huge strides have undoubtedly been …
200 days to go
The referendum is fast approaching and that means it’s time for everyone in Scotland to turn their attention to how they intend to vote. But this is not a decision to be taken lightly – we cannot afford to gamble …
Scottish referendum - Scotland's choice
It’s certainly true that time flies – we’re already a couple of weeks into 2014 and it definitely feels that the pace is quickening towards the referendum. September 18 will be here before we know it and that’s why it’s …