Tweeddale, Ettrick and Lauderdale Liberal Democrats
Visit of Scottish Secretary to Holyrood a positive step
June 17, 2010 9:28 AM
Originally published by Scottish Liberal Democrats
Originally published by Scottish Liberal Democrats
Today's visit of the Scottish Secretary to Holyrood is a positive step that is long overdue, according to Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael.
Michael Moore MP will meet with MSPs this afternoon to discuss some of the challenges facing families and businesses in Scotland.
Commenting, Mr Carmichael said:
'Under Labour, Ministers at Holyrood were often seen as a problem, not part of the solution. This was clearly wrong.
'Decisions taken in London have a significant impact on Scotland and it is only right that MSPs be treated with the respect and courtesy they deserve.
'Under the respect agenda already we have seen a new and more inclusive approach on issues such as representation for Scotland during EU discussions on fisheries. The fact that the Scottish Secretary is to address MSPs at Holyrood for the first time is another positive step that is long overdue.
'This move illustrates the commitment of the coalition to working closely with the devolved administrations as we begin to clear up the mess left behind by the last Government.'
What would you like to do next?
-
Subscribe for updates
Follow the party's activity on...
- Twitter:
- Liberal Democrats
- Facebook:
- Liberal Democrats
- YouTube:
- Liberal Democrats
-
Help out or donate
-
Tell us what you think