Angus Robertson
@angusrobertson.bsky.social
🏴Member of the Scottish Parliament for Edinburgh Central (SNP) 🏛️Cabinet Secretary for the Constitution, External Affairs and Culture
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Promoting Scotland around the world as a great place to live, work, study, visit, trade and invest. Follow @brandscotland and support its campaigns www.scotland.org 🏴🌍
Following the Labour council’s cuts to health and social care provision, organisations in Edinburgh Central are doing all they can to secure further funding.
Scot Gov has launched a £1.5 million fund to strengthen services relied on by disabled people. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Scot Gov has launched a £1.5 million fund to strengthen services relied on by disabled people. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
£1.5m to help disabled services - Angus Robertson
Following the Labour council’s cuts to health and social care provision, many organisations in Edinburgh Central are doing all they can to secure further funding to keep services going.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Following the Labour council’s cuts to health and social care provision, organisations in Edinburgh Central are doing all they can to secure further funding.
Scot Gov has launched a £1.5 million fund to strengthen services relied on by disabled people. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Scot Gov has launched a £1.5 million fund to strengthen services relied on by disabled people. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
The BBC risks losing its independence when partisan outrage becomes the driving force. It must uphold rigorous editorial standards — not bow to politically-fuelled pressure campaigns. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
BBC mustn’t allow itself to be strong-armed by partisan outrage - Angus Robertson
Having reported for the BBC for the best part of a decade from central Europe, I know how seriously former colleagues at the public service broadcaster hold to the values of impartiality and…
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
November 11, 2025 at 8:53 AM
The BBC risks losing its independence when partisan outrage becomes the driving force. It must uphold rigorous editorial standards — not bow to politically-fuelled pressure campaigns. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Fantastic meeting with Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard & Greyfriars Kirk management.
Mark Hatton’s expert tour round one of the country’s most historic sights was hugely enlightening.
Productive discussion on options for funding upkeep.
Mark Hatton’s expert tour round one of the country’s most historic sights was hugely enlightening.
Productive discussion on options for funding upkeep.
November 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Fantastic meeting with Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard & Greyfriars Kirk management.
Mark Hatton’s expert tour round one of the country’s most historic sights was hugely enlightening.
Productive discussion on options for funding upkeep.
Mark Hatton’s expert tour round one of the country’s most historic sights was hugely enlightening.
Productive discussion on options for funding upkeep.
📣Next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions details below👇
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
November 10, 2025 at 1:45 PM
📣Next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions details below👇
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
Improving access to culture, heritage and the arts for the blind and visually impaired is an important priority. Many thanks to Euan's Guide and Sight Scotland for the constructive discussions. Am looking forward to joint initiatives to make sure access is optimised.
November 5, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Improving access to culture, heritage and the arts for the blind and visually impaired is an important priority. Many thanks to Euan's Guide and Sight Scotland for the constructive discussions. Am looking forward to joint initiatives to make sure access is optimised.
Lots of good info in this study by Carnegie UK. Collectively, findings indicate that Scotland is performing well across most aspects of wellbeing and that long-term investment in communities and services is showing results.
November 5, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Lots of good info in this study by Carnegie UK. Collectively, findings indicate that Scotland is performing well across most aspects of wellbeing and that long-term investment in communities and services is showing results.
Great to be at the Old Royal High School as Edinburgh Central MSP. The £4.5 million awarded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund which will help bring this ambitious project—which will become a jewel in Scotland’s performing arts crown—to fruition.
November 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Great to be at the Old Royal High School as Edinburgh Central MSP. The £4.5 million awarded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund which will help bring this ambitious project—which will become a jewel in Scotland’s performing arts crown—to fruition.
Congrats to the Haymarket Café in Edinburgh Central, which has received a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award placing among the top ten per cent of restaurants and cafés worldwide. Well done Greg, Louie, and the team.
Top award for Haymarket Café
The Haymarket Café in Edinburgh’s West End has achieved well-deserved recognition, receiving a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award and placing among the top ten per cent of restaurants and cafés…
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November 4, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Congrats to the Haymarket Café in Edinburgh Central, which has received a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award placing among the top ten per cent of restaurants and cafés worldwide. Well done Greg, Louie, and the team.
The reconvening of the Just Transition Commission will help ensure Scotland’s climate ambition is realised. In a time when far-right parties are peddling climate denial, the Holyrood elections will be vital for securing a sustainable future.
We need fair and just energy transition
Scotland’s transition to net zero will shape its economy for generations. The Scottish Government has made clear that reducing emissions must go hand in hand with supporting jobs and investment.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
November 4, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The reconvening of the Just Transition Commission will help ensure Scotland’s climate ambition is realised. In a time when far-right parties are peddling climate denial, the Holyrood elections will be vital for securing a sustainable future.
Scotland’s collective wellbeing has risen to its highest level since measurements began, according to new research from Carnegie UK. Details below👇 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Scotland’s wellbeing on the rise and higher than UK as a whole, research shows
Scotland’s collective wellbeing has risen to its highest level since measurements began, according to new research from Carnegie UK.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Scotland’s collective wellbeing has risen to its highest level since measurements began, according to new research from Carnegie UK. Details below👇 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Good to meet the new Swiss Ambassador Dominique Paravicini. Scotland and Switzerland share a commitment to deepening ties across culture, trade and innovation and will work toward a future of even closer cooperation.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Good to meet the new Swiss Ambassador Dominique Paravicini. Scotland and Switzerland share a commitment to deepening ties across culture, trade and innovation and will work toward a future of even closer cooperation.
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With Labour drifting to 3rd place in some polls, the choice at the next Scottish Parliament election will be between a progressive SNP Government or the populist right of Nigel Farage.
Let’s keep Edinburgh and Scotland Farage-free. #VoteSNP.
Let’s keep Edinburgh and Scotland Farage-free. #VoteSNP.
October 29, 2025 at 8:36 AM
With Labour drifting to 3rd place in some polls, the choice at the next Scottish Parliament election will be between a progressive SNP Government or the populist right of Nigel Farage.
Let’s keep Edinburgh and Scotland Farage-free. #VoteSNP.
Let’s keep Edinburgh and Scotland Farage-free. #VoteSNP.
Across every level of government, Labour has betrayed its social conscience. It’s no wonder Labour have drifted behind Farage’s far-right outfit. The SNP is the only party to fight for progressive outward vision for Scotland. #voteSNP www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Don’t choose Labour’s betrayal or Farage’s fear and loathing - Angus Robertson
Polling ahead of the next Scottish Parliament election suggests that the race is increasingly a showdown between the Scottish National Party and Reform UK.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
October 28, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Across every level of government, Labour has betrayed its social conscience. It’s no wonder Labour have drifted behind Farage’s far-right outfit. The SNP is the only party to fight for progressive outward vision for Scotland. #voteSNP www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
🏴🤝🇵🇸Thanks to Palestinian Ambassador Zomlot for visit to Scotland. The Scottish Government will continue support for Gaza ceasefire, Palestinian Statehood and a two-state solution for Palestine and Israel
October 27, 2025 at 8:20 AM
🏴🤝🇵🇸Thanks to Palestinian Ambassador Zomlot for visit to Scotland. The Scottish Government will continue support for Gaza ceasefire, Palestinian Statehood and a two-state solution for Palestine and Israel
📣Next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions details below👇
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
October 26, 2025 at 8:33 PM
📣Next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions details below👇
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
🗳️All welcome whether new or well-heeled campaigners - many thanks to all who have come out so far. #SP26 #BothVotesSNP
📣Details of next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions for Scottish Parliament elections🗳️
⬇️All welcome to join our excellent campaign team.
#SP26 #BothVotesSNP #ScottishParliamentElections
⬇️All welcome to join our excellent campaign team.
#SP26 #BothVotesSNP #ScottishParliamentElections
October 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM
📣Details of next Edinburgh Central SNP campaign sessions for Scottish Parliament elections🗳️
⬇️All welcome to join our excellent campaign team.
#SP26 #BothVotesSNP #ScottishParliamentElections
⬇️All welcome to join our excellent campaign team.
#SP26 #BothVotesSNP #ScottishParliamentElections
Scotland’s Youth Music Initiative is giving every child the chance to discover music, creativity and confidence. It’s a world-leading programme now celebrating 20 years of success. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
YMI is music to Scottish ears - Angus Robertson
During Challenge Poverty Week, I welcomed the publication of a new review highlighting the impact of Scotland’s Youth Music Initiative.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
October 14, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Scotland’s Youth Music Initiative is giving every child the chance to discover music, creativity and confidence. It’s a world-leading programme now celebrating 20 years of success. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Thanks to Palestinian Ambassador Zomlot for addressing SNP conference. Delighted to speak for the motion outlining Scotland’s continued stand for compassion, international law and humanitarian aid in Gaza and beyond. 🔗 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Support for future of Palestine - Angus Robertson
At SNP conference, members agreed a motion supporting the people of Palestine and expressing solidarity with participants in the Global Sumud Flotilla.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
October 14, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Thanks to Palestinian Ambassador Zomlot for addressing SNP conference. Delighted to speak for the motion outlining Scotland’s continued stand for compassion, international law and humanitarian aid in Gaza and beyond. 🔗 www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
Paying tribute to the aid volunteers on Gaza humanitarian flotilla in the Scottish Parliament. Very concerning to hear reports about their treatment by Israeli authorities.
October 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Paying tribute to the aid volunteers on Gaza humanitarian flotilla in the Scottish Parliament. Very concerning to hear reports about their treatment by Israeli authorities.
🏴A fresh start with Scottish independence. Check out the details via Scottish Government website👇www.gov.scot
October 8, 2025 at 10:09 AM
🏴A fresh start with Scottish independence. Check out the details via Scottish Government website👇www.gov.scot
Scotland’s screen sector is on course to contribute £1 billion to the Scottish economy. With skilled crews and stunning locations, Scotland continues to be a draw for international investment, and a nurturing home-grown talent.
New research shows Scotland’s screen sector is on course to contribute £1 billion to the Scottish economy by end 2030/31
The research shows the value of sustained public investment in film and television production, cinema exhibition, screen education, talent and skills development.
www.screen.scot
October 8, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Scotland’s screen sector is on course to contribute £1 billion to the Scottish economy. With skilled crews and stunning locations, Scotland continues to be a draw for international investment, and a nurturing home-grown talent.
#SNPconference kicks off this weekend, and the case for Scottish independence in Europe has never been stronger.
Look forward to engaging with party members, delegates, colleagues, and candidates as we look towards May’s elections.
Look forward to engaging with party members, delegates, colleagues, and candidates as we look towards May’s elections.
October 8, 2025 at 5:28 AM
#SNPconference kicks off this weekend, and the case for Scottish independence in Europe has never been stronger.
Look forward to engaging with party members, delegates, colleagues, and candidates as we look towards May’s elections.
Look forward to engaging with party members, delegates, colleagues, and candidates as we look towards May’s elections.
📣More culture funding available
The Scottish Government’s Culture Collective Fund has opened for applications.
Administered by Creative Scotland, the fund enables organisations in arts, screen & creative industries to work directly with communities. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
The Scottish Government’s Culture Collective Fund has opened for applications.
Administered by Creative Scotland, the fund enables organisations in arts, screen & creative industries to work directly with communities. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
October 7, 2025 at 1:11 PM
📣More culture funding available
The Scottish Government’s Culture Collective Fund has opened for applications.
Administered by Creative Scotland, the fund enables organisations in arts, screen & creative industries to work directly with communities. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...
The Scottish Government’s Culture Collective Fund has opened for applications.
Administered by Creative Scotland, the fund enables organisations in arts, screen & creative industries to work directly with communities. www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion...