PROGRESS MADE ON PLAN TO BOOST VISITORS TO DUMBARTON CASTLE
Dumbarton’s MSP says progress is being made on a plan to boost Dumbarton Castle and attract visitors. Jackie Baillie told the Scottish Parliament this week that she had a “productive” meeting with Historic Environment Scotland in the town, which has cemented much-needed developments. The politician advised the Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for the Constitution, External […]
BAILLIE VOICES CONCERN OVER BUS SERVICE CHANGES
MSP Jackie Baillie has raised concerns over a raft of changes to local bus services. The politician has written to bus operator First Glasgow over their decision to slash through services from Glasgow to Alexandria and Helensburgh. Commuters could previously travel by bus directly from the city centre to both towns. However, when services undergo […]
ANGLING ASSOCIATION THANKS JACKIE BAILLIE FOR CONSERVATION INTERVENTION
MSP Jackie Baillie’s interventions to protect salmon fishing on local rivers has been welcomed. Gareth Bourhill, Secretary of the Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association (LLAIA) backed the politician’s efforts to protect fishing rights on the Endrick Water. It came after the LLAIA opposed the Scottish Government’s bid to downgrade the conservation status of the waterway. […]
BAILLIE BLASTS BANKING CUTS
MSP Jackie Baillie has hit out after Bank of Scotland announced two local branch closures. The banking giant revealed on Wednesday this week that it will axe Alexandria and Helensburgh branches in March. Both towns will now be left without counter banking services following the announcement. Constituency MSP Jackie Baillie blasted the move, saying: “I […]
UK GOVERNMENT DELIVERS BOOST TO INVESTMENT IN WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE
The UK Government has announced a bid to turbocharge investment in Glasgow and the West of Scotland and help kickstart the regional economy. Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves last week announced a package of reforms designed to help attract investment and boost regional growth. The move is designed to help bring investment in emerging sectors including […]
BAILLIE LODGES FURTHER OBJECTION TO FLAMINGO LAND DEVELOPMENT
Dumbarton’s MSP has renewed her opposition to the proposed Lomond Banks development ahead of a submission deadline. Jackie Baillie lodged a further objection following the announcement that tourism operator Flamingo Land would appeal against a decision to reject their proposals for West Riverside. Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Authority rejected the applicant’s bid for […]
BAILLIE BACKS INCHMURRIN ISLAND HOTEL IN NATIONAL CONTEST
MSP Jackie Baillie has thrown her support behind a local business, after it was shortlisted for a prestigious award. The Inchmurrin Island Hotel is in with a chance of scooping an award in the Countryside Alliance Awards – known as the rural Oscars – after reaching the regional final. Recognised as the annual celebration of […]
BAILLIE HITS OUT AS AXE FALLS ON BUS LINK
Dumbarton’s MSP has hit out following the news that a vital local bus service is set to be axed. SPT announced on Thursday that the subsidised 208 and 218 services, which link communities in Brucehill and Silverton, will be pulled on December 28th. The passenger transport authority said it was no longer in a position […]
Baillie thanks Dumbarton fans for “incredible” response to club’s woes
Dumbarton’s Labour politicians have thrown their support behind efforts to secure the future of the town’s crisis hit football club. MSP Jackie Baillie and MP Douglas McAllister have met with SonsTrust representatives, following talks held with administrators Quantuma, to help explore options for the team’s future. Football at the Rock looks now to be guaranteed […]
Baillie backs Tesco Christmas Appeal
Santa visited Helensburgh’s Tesco Express store recently, where he was joined by a very special guest. MSP Jackie Baillie visited the Sinclair Street retailer, to lend her support to Tesco’s Winter Food Collection and Toy Bank appeal. She joined Store Manager, Ruhel Majunder, and Santa Claus himself to oversee the collection, destined for community organisations. […]
