MSP Shona Robison backs Tele petition to jail child sex offenders
An MSP has praised the Evening Telegraph’s petition calling for tougher sentencing guidelines for sexual offences against children.
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Dundee man Andrew who was Shona Robison’s press officer releases mystery novel
A former Holyrood press officer has turned thriller writer with the launch of a new page-turner.
EXCLUSIVE: 14 Tayside deaths to be probed over cancer chemotherapy dosage
The treatment of 14 patients who died while receiving chemotherapy treatment at NHS Tayside is to be investigated by an independent expert in the wake of the health board’s dosage controversy.
New policy will save Dundee businesses hundreds of thousands of pounds, says Shona Robison
Businesses across Dundee are likely to save hundreds of thousands of pounds thanks to a new policy to protect small firms, it has been claimed.
Politicians call for an end to ‘undue leniency’ handed to some Dundee sex offenders
Politicians have called for an end to “undue leniency” handed to some child sex offenders – echoing the Tele’s call for tougher sentences.
Out-of-town firms ready to swoop on Dundee to pick up McGill contracts
The collapse of Dundee building firm McGill may lead to a rise in out-of-town firms coming into the city to pick up their abandoned contracts.
Dundee pupils learn how to be global citizens
Rosebank Primary pupils have showcased what they have been learning about global citizenship.
MSP supports Dundee mental health charity amid cash fears
A local MSP has lent her support to a mental health charity’s application for funding amid fears it may have to close down if it is not helped with cash issues.
Brexit: MSP Shona Robison fears for the future of Dundee after we leave EU
Dundee East MSP Shona Robison has spoken of her concerns about the impact Brexit will have on the city.
Shona Robison slams UK Government as figures show 34% rise in foodbank use in Dundee
Dundee East MSP Shona Robison has hit out at the UK Government after new figures showed foodbank use in Dundee has risen by 34% on last year – more than double the rate elsewhere in Scotland.
Local representatives join fundraiser for Dundee disability group
Politicians came together for a fundraising coffee morning in support of a disability group.
‘Can we diversify factory?’: Dundee council chief to look at all options to save Michelin site and jobs
Dundee East MSP Shona Robison and city council leader John Alexander have vowed to do all they can to secure the future of the Michelin plant.
Dundee MSP hopes for ‘more consistent’ sentences for child sex abusers
Dundee MSP Shona Robison has welcomed plans to develop sentencing guidelines for sexual offences, saying tackling such crimes should be “an absolute priority”.
FREEZE THE FEES: Dundee MSP Shona Robison rejected calls to scrap Ninewells parking charges
A Dundee politician repeatedly rejected calls to scrap parking fees at Ninewells Hospital – despite concerns from within her own party.
Huge backing for Tele’s campaign to freeze Ninewells charges causing ‘scandalous’ parking problem
Politicians, community groups and trade unions are backing the Tele’s call for parking charges at Ninewells Hospital to be frozen.
‘Tele’s campaign has struck a chord’: Dundee MSP urges justice chiefs to let locals to have say on automatic jail terms for paedophiles
Shona Robison has met Scottish justice chiefs to discuss jailing people who commit sex crimes against children after the Tele called for those convicted of such offences to be locked up.
Dundee MSP backs call for tougher sentencing of sex offenders
A Dundee politician is to quiz the Scottish Government on what can be done to tackle sexual offences involving children.
Dundee man still waiting for payout five months after council contractors flooded his home
A council tenant whose house was flooded during cladding work has spoken of his “nightmare” after he was left battling for insurance money.
‘Trauma teddies’ initiative for kids involved in police incident in Dundee praised
A police scheme to help youngsters who experience trauma has been praised by a local politician.
Our Kids Need Justice: Scottish Government WILL consider automatic prison sentences for paedophiles
Scotland's new justice secretary has pledged to consider calls by the Tele to introduce mandatory jail sentences for those convicted of sex offences involving children.