Kirsten Robb
@krobbgreen.bsky.social
Scottish Green Councillor, East Kilbride East. Deputy Chair Climate Committee. Promoted by Kirsten Robb, Green Office, South Lanarkshire Council, Almada Street, Hamilton, ML3 0AA
Council funding is made up of the block grant from the Scottish Government (about 80 percent) and council tax the council sets each year. Council tax and investments for this year will be set by 25th Feb, so please give your views on priorities here.
There's just six days left for everyone in South Lanarkshire to get involved as the council sets its budget for next year.
17 savings options have been tabled to help bridge a £36 million gap over the next 2 years, with £14m needed in 2026-27 alone.
17 savings options have been tabled to help bridge a £36 million gap over the next 2 years, with £14m needed in 2026-27 alone.
January 9, 2026 at 8:52 AM
Council funding is made up of the block grant from the Scottish Government (about 80 percent) and council tax the council sets each year. Council tax and investments for this year will be set by 25th Feb, so please give your views on priorities here.
New year, 2 new funding opportunities to improve your community: Deadline 11th January: Communities Can Do funding from the council for community cohesion, health and well being, community assets, getting more people employed, reducing poverty and debt: www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/info/200168/...
www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk
January 7, 2026 at 12:46 PM
New year, 2 new funding opportunities to improve your community: Deadline 11th January: Communities Can Do funding from the council for community cohesion, health and well being, community assets, getting more people employed, reducing poverty and debt: www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/info/200168/...
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
Families are being caught by thousands of pounds in hidden childcare charges, simply because of where and when their child was born.
We're working to deliver free childcare to all children from the day they turn three years old.
We're working to deliver free childcare to all children from the day they turn three years old.
Scots parents would receive free childcare under end to 'hidden' penalty
EXCLUSIVE: The Scottish Greens say they want to close a loophole that denies three year olds free childcare hours.
www.dailyrecord.co.uk
January 7, 2026 at 11:49 AM
Families are being caught by thousands of pounds in hidden childcare charges, simply because of where and when their child was born.
We're working to deliver free childcare to all children from the day they turn three years old.
We're working to deliver free childcare to all children from the day they turn three years old.
EK Housing Meeting: Fantastic for residents to voice concerns, share ideas, and learn more about the services housing provides. Join in person or online.
Wed 14 January, 6pm, Council Chamber, EK Civic Centre. Contact Claire Lewis, Housing Services Manager
claire.lewis@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Wed 14 January, 6pm, Council Chamber, EK Civic Centre. Contact Claire Lewis, Housing Services Manager
claire.lewis@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
January 6, 2026 at 8:56 AM
EK Housing Meeting: Fantastic for residents to voice concerns, share ideas, and learn more about the services housing provides. Join in person or online.
Wed 14 January, 6pm, Council Chamber, EK Civic Centre. Contact Claire Lewis, Housing Services Manager
claire.lewis@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Wed 14 January, 6pm, Council Chamber, EK Civic Centre. Contact Claire Lewis, Housing Services Manager
claire.lewis@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
This is obscene. Why can't other politicians say that?
The 25 richest families are collectively $358.7 billion richer than a year ago, with a combined fortune totaling $2.9 trillion.
The 25 richest families are collectively $358.7 billion richer than a year ago, with a combined fortune totaling $2.9 trillion.
December 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
This is obscene. Why can't other politicians say that?
The 25 richest families are collectively $358.7 billion richer than a year ago, with a combined fortune totaling $2.9 trillion.
The 25 richest families are collectively $358.7 billion richer than a year ago, with a combined fortune totaling $2.9 trillion.
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
What will those cheering on Trump's attack on Venezuela say when it's Greenland next, or when China does the same in Taiwan?
January 4, 2026 at 3:27 PM
What will those cheering on Trump's attack on Venezuela say when it's Greenland next, or when China does the same in Taiwan?
Walking the Clyde Walkway at @rspbscotland.bsky.social Barons Haugh. Stunning in the early light, great species spotting and a reminder of the importance of natural river meanders for habitat and species diversity.
January 4, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Walking the Clyde Walkway at @rspbscotland.bsky.social Barons Haugh. Stunning in the early light, great species spotting and a reminder of the importance of natural river meanders for habitat and species diversity.
December work highlights here - i'm back at the office on Monday. I pictured the East Kilbride CAB below because I went along to their 60th anniversary and their banner is a good reminder of all their great services for the community.
January 3, 2026 at 4:38 PM
December work highlights here - i'm back at the office on Monday. I pictured the East Kilbride CAB below because I went along to their 60th anniversary and their banner is a good reminder of all their great services for the community.
Christmas reading - powerful, on migration, war, the desires of the heart, home and more. I'd recommend it. From St Leonards Library.
January 3, 2026 at 11:22 AM
Christmas reading - powerful, on migration, war, the desires of the heart, home and more. I'd recommend it. From St Leonards Library.
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
We’ve created a FREE beginners’ guide to retrofit to help homeowners understand how they can make their homes warmer, more efficient and more affordable to run.
#retrofit #tenementrenovation #renovation #insulation #heatpumpadvice #heatpump #glasgowrenovation #tenementadvice #ecohomerenovation
#retrofit #tenementrenovation #renovation #insulation #heatpumpadvice #heatpump #glasgowrenovation #tenementadvice #ecohomerenovation
January 2, 2026 at 7:27 PM
We’ve created a FREE beginners’ guide to retrofit to help homeowners understand how they can make their homes warmer, more efficient and more affordable to run.
#retrofit #tenementrenovation #renovation #insulation #heatpumpadvice #heatpump #glasgowrenovation #tenementadvice #ecohomerenovation
#retrofit #tenementrenovation #renovation #insulation #heatpumpadvice #heatpump #glasgowrenovation #tenementadvice #ecohomerenovation
I took a cycle to the shops on Hogmany and noticed that the path along the Expressway has been done up. I wrote to Amey and the council about the flooding on it after constituents raised concerns with me. Still a couple of bumpy bits but improved for walking and wheeling - I'll find out more asap.
January 2, 2026 at 9:36 AM
I took a cycle to the shops on Hogmany and noticed that the path along the Expressway has been done up. I wrote to Amey and the council about the flooding on it after constituents raised concerns with me. Still a couple of bumpy bits but improved for walking and wheeling - I'll find out more asap.
Happy new year everyone!
"Scotland faces big choices in 2026, and I hope that we can build a future that we can be proud of."
📖Read @gillianmacmsp.bsky.social's Hogmanay message: greens.scot/nye-2025
📖Read @gillianmacmsp.bsky.social's Hogmanay message: greens.scot/nye-2025
January 1, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Happy new year everyone!
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
Happy New Year, Scotland! 🎉🏴
January 1, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Happy New Year, Scotland! 🎉🏴
Many of you, like me, got a letter from Reform in the post yesterday. You need to watch this and see the kind of people who are asking for your vote. Your vote is a serious responsibility and has serious consequences. Please consider it very carefully. There is an alternative, www.greens.scot/join
The story of Farage and Putin, told by British-Ukrainian soldier Shaun Pinner on a destroyed apartment block in Kyiv.
December 31, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Many of you, like me, got a letter from Reform in the post yesterday. You need to watch this and see the kind of people who are asking for your vote. Your vote is a serious responsibility and has serious consequences. Please consider it very carefully. There is an alternative, www.greens.scot/join
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
A charity single in support of Palestine has topped the UK charts and become the best selling download of Christmas week 👇
Palestinian charity single becomes best-selling download of Christmas week
www.thenational.scot
December 26, 2025 at 4:36 PM
A charity single in support of Palestine has topped the UK charts and become the best selling download of Christmas week 👇
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
This gives me real hope. In the last 24 hours you've donated over £20k to @calaisappeal.bsky.social
Please do watch my Christmas message here:
youtu.be/lopMMkz0law?...
and donate here:
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
Please do watch my Christmas message here:
youtu.be/lopMMkz0law?...
and donate here:
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
Zack Polanski's Christmas Message
YouTube video by Bold Politics with Zack Polanski
youtu.be
December 26, 2025 at 2:08 PM
This gives me real hope. In the last 24 hours you've donated over £20k to @calaisappeal.bsky.social
Please do watch my Christmas message here:
youtu.be/lopMMkz0law?...
and donate here:
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
Please do watch my Christmas message here:
youtu.be/lopMMkz0law?...
and donate here:
www.justgiving.com/campaign/tog...
Wishing you all a lovely Christmas and New Year. That's me finishing up for the holidays now for a wee break and hoping to catch up on some winter inspiration from Get Outdoors Lanarkshire on FB.
However, I know it's not always an easy time, so here are some emergency numbers which can help.
However, I know it's not always an easy time, so here are some emergency numbers which can help.
December 21, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Wishing you all a lovely Christmas and New Year. That's me finishing up for the holidays now for a wee break and hoping to catch up on some winter inspiration from Get Outdoors Lanarkshire on FB.
However, I know it's not always an easy time, so here are some emergency numbers which can help.
However, I know it's not always an easy time, so here are some emergency numbers which can help.
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
Happy Winter Solstice! 💚☀️
December 21, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Happy Winter Solstice! 💚☀️
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
🚨 The @scottishgreens.org have delivered a £2 bus fare cap for the Highlands and Islands!
Starting early next year, single fares will be capped at £2 for a year across Shetland, Orkney, Eilean Siar, Highland, Moray and most of Argyll & Bute!
Take the bus, save the planet 💪🌍
Starting early next year, single fares will be capped at £2 for a year across Shetland, Orkney, Eilean Siar, Highland, Moray and most of Argyll & Bute!
Take the bus, save the planet 💪🌍
December 19, 2025 at 6:33 PM
🚨 The @scottishgreens.org have delivered a £2 bus fare cap for the Highlands and Islands!
Starting early next year, single fares will be capped at £2 for a year across Shetland, Orkney, Eilean Siar, Highland, Moray and most of Argyll & Bute!
Take the bus, save the planet 💪🌍
Starting early next year, single fares will be capped at £2 for a year across Shetland, Orkney, Eilean Siar, Highland, Moray and most of Argyll & Bute!
Take the bus, save the planet 💪🌍
Festive bin schedule update here. Also, for top tips to help reduce waste at Christmas follow @cahlanarkshire.bsky.social
📢 Festive bin collection and waste services info
🚛 No collections on 25 and 26 Dec, 1 Jan
📆 Changes to collections:
https://orlo.uk/pTB6O
🍃 Burgundy bins suspended after 19 Dec, back 5 Jan
📦 Bulk uplifts suspended after 19 Dec, back 5 Jan
🚛 No collections on 25 and 26 Dec, 1 Jan
📆 Changes to collections:
https://orlo.uk/pTB6O
🍃 Burgundy bins suspended after 19 Dec, back 5 Jan
📦 Bulk uplifts suspended after 19 Dec, back 5 Jan
December 20, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Festive bin schedule update here. Also, for top tips to help reduce waste at Christmas follow @cahlanarkshire.bsky.social
Well it's nearly time to sign out for the holiday period for some R and R. However, here's a couple of street updates to cheer you all first. V slippy leaves swept from the Nithsdale back path - no A and E casualties from this area now!
December 19, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Well it's nearly time to sign out for the holiday period for some R and R. However, here's a couple of street updates to cheer you all first. V slippy leaves swept from the Nithsdale back path - no A and E casualties from this area now!
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
In September peak rail fares were scrapped for good.
The evidence is clear. If we make public transport affordable and accessible more people will use it.
It's time to go further. Free bus travel for everyone under 30!
The evidence is clear. If we make public transport affordable and accessible more people will use it.
It's time to go further. Free bus travel for everyone under 30!
December 18, 2025 at 10:21 AM
In September peak rail fares were scrapped for good.
The evidence is clear. If we make public transport affordable and accessible more people will use it.
It's time to go further. Free bus travel for everyone under 30!
The evidence is clear. If we make public transport affordable and accessible more people will use it.
It's time to go further. Free bus travel for everyone under 30!
Reposted by Kirsten Robb
Scotland must always remain a welcoming country for migrants and refugees.
It's not illegal to seek asylum and refuge here, no matter the circumstances.
It's not illegal to seek asylum and refuge here, no matter the circumstances.
December 18, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Scotland must always remain a welcoming country for migrants and refugees.
It's not illegal to seek asylum and refuge here, no matter the circumstances.
It's not illegal to seek asylum and refuge here, no matter the circumstances.
Lovely to be part of this community and hear the impact of the Calderglen High School befriending project. Thank you Avril Anderson and everyone involved in building important, caring connections across the generations.
December 18, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Lovely to be part of this community and hear the impact of the Calderglen High School befriending project. Thank you Avril Anderson and everyone involved in building important, caring connections across the generations.
🚶Calderwood and St Leonards residents: Do you walk to work, school, leisure or for pleasure? What kind of barriers do you face in getting about? What would make walking in our community a better experience?
Barriers could be rest spots, maintenance, safety concerns, missing links and more.
Barriers could be rest spots, maintenance, safety concerns, missing links and more.
December 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM
🚶Calderwood and St Leonards residents: Do you walk to work, school, leisure or for pleasure? What kind of barriers do you face in getting about? What would make walking in our community a better experience?
Barriers could be rest spots, maintenance, safety concerns, missing links and more.
Barriers could be rest spots, maintenance, safety concerns, missing links and more.