Are Argyll and Bute taxpayers under the misconceptions LibDem councillors are selfless above personal needs and wants?
It is vital that whoever is successful in becoming the next first minister refocuses their efforts on boosting Scotland’s faltering economy.
The ending of the Bute House Agreement now affords a clear opportunity for a reset with the business community, and to refocus on delivering a thriving and competitive business sector, prioritising investment and boosting economic growth. Such growth is essential if we are to raise living standards and fund public services.
A new first minister’s priority must be to look at the regulatory and tax burden that faces many of our businesses, clearing away barriers to investment and growth, which includes a review of non-domestic rates.
As a nation, there are a number of long-term challenges facing the economy, including slow economic growth, slowing population growth and a decline in oil and gas activity.
However, there are tremendous opportunities as we seek to deliver a low-carbon economy in the drive towards net-zero.
A clear vision that will support economic recovery and stimulate private sector investment is essential if we are to maximise the opportunities both from this and other sectors of the economy.
The next first minister has an opportunity to establish a new and strengthened partnership with business, a chance that must be grabbed with both hands.
Alex Orr, Edinburgh
Moving regularly and being active is important to nurture and protect good mental health but many of us are not moving enough.
That’s why ‘Movement: moving more for our mental health’ is the theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week which is taking place from May 13-19 .
We know that it can be difficult to be physically active when you’re busy with work, childcare or caring responsibilities.
We know it can be tougher still if you’re living with a long-term health condition or struggling financially.
That’s why we’re sharing information and advice throughout the week to help people move more for their mental health.
People are invited to find their #MomentsForMovement and talk about how it makes them feel.
Whether it’s dancing around your living room to your favourite music, doing chair exercises while watching television, or going for a walk in your local park, it all counts, and the Mental Health Foundation want to hear about it!
We invite your readers to share what they’re doing and tag the Mental Health Foundation to be part of the #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek conversation. www.mentalhealth.org.uk/mhaw&source=gmail&ust=1715069725672000&usg=AOvVaw2XlALOF2OXYskk-lxVaLUI">www.mentalhealth.org.uk/mhaw
Julie Cameron, associate director for Scotland Mental Health Foundation
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