Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP

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Somerville to be Podcast

Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP has become one of the first MSPs to be 'podcast' on the Scottish Parliament's website. Ms Somerville recorded a short interview about her work which can be downloaded as part of a new pilot project by the Scottish Parliament's Public Information Service.

Tenancy Deposit Scheme ‘Great News for Edinburgh’

Lothians MSP Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP warmly welcomed the announcement from the Scottish Government of a national scheme to safeguard tenancy deposits.

Funding for Alcohol Action Trebled

Funding for action to tackle alcohol abuse has more than trebled in the NHS Lothian area over the past three years, figures released by the Scottish Government have revealed.

Somerville Calls for Community Benefit in Parliament Contracts

Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP has called for the Scottish Parliament to ensure future contracts are given to companies which offer training and employment opportunities for disadvantaged groups.