Joani Reid MP
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Joani Reid MP
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Scottish Labour MP for East Kilbride & Strathaven
I raised concerns about reports that Babcock is having to recruit hundreds of welders from overseas because of a skills shortage here in Scotland.

This is the direct result of decades of underinvestment in further education and skills. I’ve asked the UK Government what action they’ll take.
November 4, 2025 at 10:15 AM
I have met with parents from across East Kilbride and Strathaven who are deeply concerned about the violence in our schools and on social media.

More must be done by the Scottish government to stop the glamourisation of knife crime. Support our young people and safeguard our communities!
October 23, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Victims of organised sexual exploitation in Scotland are still being ignored by the SNP establishment.
October 21, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Jeremy Corbyn must decide.

Does he back the UK standing with Ukraine against Russian aggression, or does he align with Trump's isolationist appeasement of Putin? There is no sitting on the fence.
February 20, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Saddened to hear of the passing of John Prescott, a true character and a real champion of the working class. He deeply understood people's aspirations and concerns and fought tirelessly for them. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones today.
November 21, 2024 at 9:48 AM