Alyn Smith MP has today launched the latest edition of a regular newsletter titled ‘Stirling Matters’. This newsletter is a handy way of keeping up-to-date with the latest activity from Alyn, as he represents Stirling in the UK House of Commons. You can view the latest edition here. To be directly emailed each new edition straight ... Read more

Beloved Arts Venue ‘Jewel in Crown’ of Stirling Culture Scene Local MP Alyn Smith has praised Tolbooth Stirling for their continuing contribution to Stirling’s arts and culture scene, as the team won the Venue of the Year award at the annual MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards. The venue, run by Stirling Council, was crowned ... Read more

Amendment for Scheme Passes by Four Votes Stirling MP Alyn Smith has welcomed the passing of a vital amendment regarding compensation for the victims of the infected blood scandal – as attempts at further delay by the UK Government were defeated by four votes. The amendment to the Victims and Prisoners Bill called on Ministers ... Read more

Financial Conduct Authority Seeks Views from Residents and Businesses Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith is urging Stirling businesses and residents reliant on cash to have their say on new industry rules, as the Financial Conduct Authority launches their consultation in response to UK Government legislation. New powers granted to the FCA under the UK Financial ... Read more

One In Four Risk Christmas Debt; Workers Face £10,0000 Living Standards Gap Stirling MP Alyn Smith has urged further action on the economy from the UK Government, as two consecutive reports reveal the UK’s dire economic situation. A recent report by the the Money and Pensions Service highlights over 14 million people – one in ... Read more

Relief Needed for Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Sectors Local MP Alyn Smith is calling for urgent support to retail, hospitality and leisure businesses across Stirling, as economic anxieties mount ahead of the festive period. The Office of National Statistics estimates retail sales volumes fell by 0.3% in October 2023, following a fall of 1.1% in ... Read more

MP Survey Finds 76% with Concerns Over Speeding  Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith has backed efforts to improve road safety in Thornhill, after a survey of residents found three-quarters of respondents remained concerned with speeding in their community. Stirling Council officials have been working closely with the local Community Council and others to measure road ... Read more

Dementia Friendly Dunblane Work ‘Invaluable’, Says Stirling MP Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith has welcomed the efforts of Dementia Friendly Dunblane, a local group of volunteers taking forward valuable work to improve accessibility in the community – and has presented them with an ‘Alyn’s Local Heroes’ award in recognition of their efforts.  Members of the ... Read more

Stirling Households and Businesses Still Worse Off from Tory Incompetence Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith has condemned the latest UK Government budget announcement as ‘far too little, too late’ for the vast majority of households and businesses across Stirling – as soaring bills continue to outpace the meagre help on offer in this week’s Autumn ... Read more

On Wednesday 15th November I was proud to vote with my 39 SNP MP colleagues for the SNP ceasefire amendment, and bitterly disappointed to see it fall. No SNP members voted against this call for a ceasefire. SNP Westminster leader, Stephen Flynn, said “Tonight, the SNP voted in line with our values for an immediate ... Read more

Local MP Praises Positive Impact for Stirling Stirling Highland Games has celebrated another strong year, as ticket sales brought a surge of visitors to both the Games and Stirling as a whole. Taking place on Saturday 19th August 2023, the Games were organised by Ceangail CIC, a leading social enterprise based in Stirling. Meeting with ... Read more

Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum Remains at Heart of Community Stirling MP Alyn Smith recently caught up with Caroline Mathers, Director at the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum to discuss the latest work underway from the team, gaining insight into the innovative initiatives and exhibitions showcased by the local institution. Alyn shared his ... Read more

Stirling Community Enterprise at Heart of New Stirling Strategy Local MP Alyn Smith has praised the efforts of Stirling Community Enterprise, as he visited their offices to discuss their work and exciting new approach to tackling anti-social behaviour in the community. Meeting with new Peer Mentor Craig McIntosh and Stirling Community Enterprise Chief Executive Officer ... Read more

Volunteers Keen to Restore Greenery to Village Fallin is set to enjoy a greener future, thanks to the hardwork and dedication of local volunteers and a flourishing partnership network across Stirling and the wider Forth Valley region. Local MP Alyn Smith and Stirling Councillor Brian Hambly heard more about ambitious plans in a recent meeting ... Read more

Inspiring Communities Community Chorus Sing-along for Local MP Beloved charity Inspiring Communities is the latest to become one of Alyn’s Local Heroes – an award anonymously nominated by members of the public to businesses, charities and organisations across Stirling who go the extra mile for the community. Joining a session of ‘community chorus’ with a ... Read more

Appeals from Stirling Observer and Start Up Stirling Now Underway Local Stirling MP Alyn Smith has backed two prominent local campaigns ahead of Christmas, both aimed at supporting hard-up households during the festive period.  To brighten the holiday season for sick, disabled, needy, and disadvantaged children and young people, the ‘Give A Gift’ Appeal, run ... Read more

Investment Welcome But Residents and Businesses Need Assurances Local Member of Parliament Alyn Smith is urgently seeking answers regarding ongoing traffic disruption across the city of Stirling, as residents and businesses fume over delays and disruptions. Writing to Labour Stirling Council Leader Chris Kane, Mr Smith emphasised the need for greater empathy from the Council ... Read more

Pictured is Alyn alongside Janette and Susan from Inspiring Communities

Cowie and Plean Now Connected – with Fallin by December Good progress has been made to connect households and businesses in Cowie, Plean and Fallin to full-fibre gigabit broadband, Alyn Smith MP has been told – as the project continues apace. Lothian Broadband Networks – one of Scotland’s leading providers of rural fibre broadband networks ... Read more

Alyn Smith MP has today launched the latest edition of a regular newsletter titled ‘Stirling Matters’. This newsletter is a handy way of keeping up-to-date with the latest activity from Alyn, as he represents Stirling in the UK House of Commons. You can view the latest edition here. To be directly emailed each new edition straight ... Read more