Changes to Domestic Air Passenger Duty Charges - Boost for Regional Airports 27th October 2021 The government is aiming to boost air travel within the UK through a 50% cut in domestic Air Passenger Duty (APD), from £13 to £6.50. The rate will apply to all... Westminster News
Amendments to the Environment Bill Regarding Storm Overflows - Explained 25th October 2021 The Environment Bill underlines the UK Government’s commitment to tackling climate change and protecting and restoring our natural environment. As you may know... Westminster News
Bowie Slams Blackford After Reaction to Extra Funding for Scotland's NHS 7th September 2021 Ian Blackford has been slammed for his “remarkable reaction” to a UK Government announcement that will mean billions of pounds in extra funding for Scotland’s... Westminster News
Thoughts from Andrew on the Situation in Afghanistan 23rd August 2021 The events of the last few weeks are gut-wrenching. As someone who has had friends serve in that country and who thought they were building a better Afghanistan... Westminster News
Together for Short Lives - Children's Hospice Week 2021 21st June 2021 Children’s Hospice Week (June 21st - 27th) is the only week in the year dedicated to raising awareness and funds for children’s hospice and palliative care... Westminster News
The Restoration of Big Ben - A Talk by the Scottish Company Involved 16th June 2021 Andrew is encouraging constituents from across West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine to join an online talk about the restoration of the Elizabeth Tower - Big Ben... Westminster News
UK and Australia Agree Historic Trade Deal 15th June 2021 The UK has secured a trade deal with Australia eliminating tariffs on all UK goods and boosting jobs and businesses across the country, in the first major trade... Westminster News
Andrews Weekly Update - Budget 2021 Special 10th March 2021 A week ago today the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, took to his feet in parliament and announced the British Governments 2021 budget. It was a budget for the whole of... Westminster News
Budget 2021 - Backed by the British Public 5th March 2021 Chancellor Rishi Sunaks budget, which he delivered on Wednesday, has been overwhelmingly welcomed by the British public according to snap polling. The British... Westminster News