Local MP Andrew Bowie has urged North East schools and community groups to take part in a nationwide tree-planting campaign marking the Queen’s platinum jubilee.

Airport operators have called on the Scottish Government to stop passengers returning to Scotland paying more than twice as much for Covid-19 tests than those returning to England.

Speaking after the British Government announced a £16bn Energy Transition Deal, Andrew said; "The Scottish Conservatives have been championing this since 2017. Delighted to see it, with such ambition, come to fruition. A vote of confidence in our region and the industry." 

The UK and US have agreed a new joint approach to the longstanding trade conflict over aerospace tariffs.

Including £1.2 billion announced in today’s budget, the UK Government has delivered £13.3 billion for the Scottish budget since the pandemic began.

And in exciting news for the north east, Rishi Sunak committed £34 million for the region's green recovery:

The Chancellor is to announce an Investment package of £57 million for Scotland as part of his Budget on Wednesday this week. 

Andrew has described a meeting with BT as positive following discussions over rural broadband, the Universal Service Obligation, and the future provision of 4G connectivity. 

Speaking after he met with BT on Monday, Andrew said;

Andrew echoed the words of the Prime Minister following the announcement that the UK is to enter another lockdown this week.

The Prime Minister said;

Andrew has written to health secretary Jeane Freeman calling for insurance cover to be put in place by the SNP, Scottish Government. It would allow North-East healthcare students to can continue their studies.