Edinburgh Western SNP
Welcome to the website of the SNP Edinburgh Western branch. The constituency of Edinburgh Western covers an area stretching from South Queensferry to Silverknowes in the north, to Newbridge to Corstorphine in the south.
In these Brexit times, let’s remember what being in the EU has done for us
In June 2016, Scotland voted decisively to Remain but now faces being dragged out of the EU against its will. We firmly believe that Scotland is better off in, and deserves better than this Tory Brexit mess. Brussels is responsible for more than just regulations...
Leave a light on: Video of Alyn Smith’ Moving Speech to the European Parliament
Alyn Smith MEP’s moving speech to the European Parliament, warmly applauded by Donald Tusk and colleagues: “Leave a light on, so that we can find our way home”.
Scotland can choose a different path, and create a more equal and prosperous country
As Brexit chaos continues at Westminster, and as the UK Government fails to deliver any domestic policy agenda worthy of the name, the Scottish Government is getting on with the job of delivering policies which will make a real difference to people’s lives. Last week...
Writing a Scottish Constitution
Scotland has never had a defined national constitution. Globally, there are two countries which have no constitution – Israel and New Zealand. And, of course, the 3 countries and the piece of Ireland which are within the United Kingdom today, don’t independently have...
New polling organisation will provide numbers on independence intentions
Angus Robertson, former SNP deputy leader, has launched a new polling organisation called Progress Scotland. One of the key tasks of the organisation will be to examine the changing attitudes among certain groups of people who voted No in 2014. Angus explained that...
Scotland is an open, welcoming nation, keen to collaborate with others across the globe
By the time you read this I will be in North America, on a five-day official visit to the US and Canada. This will be my third visit to the continent as First Minister, and each time I go, I am more aware than ever of the importance of maintaining strong links with...
Scotland’s Exports Continue To Grow
Scotland is one of the strongest economies in the world, with advantages and resources few nations can match. For centuries, Scotland’s exports have reached every corner of the globe – and our trade performance continues to grow and strengthen. Here are five things...
How the SNP Stood Up For Scotland in 2018
Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with the ensuing chaos in Westminster, and while the Tories and Labour are caught up in bickering and infighting, the SNP MPs consistently stood up for Scotland. Here are just a few examples. Nicola Sturgeon challenged toxic Tory...
Sleekit UK Government spikes Continuity Bill
Earlier this year, the Scottish parliament passed the Continuity Bill. This was to ensure that powers held by the EU that would normally be devolved to our Parliament (like agriculture and the environment for instance), would return to the Scottish Parliament upon...
No such thing as a good Brexit
The UK government has published its economic review of the consequences of leaving the EU. The worst-case scenario is dire, with GDP – the measure of the entire economy – estimated to fall by 10.7 per cent. GDP – or Gross Domestic Product – is a measure of the size of...
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Elected Representatives
Two SNP councillors serve the Edinburgh Western constituency: Lord Provost Councillor Frank Ross and Councillor Norman Work.
Of the six MEPs returned by Scotland to the European parliament, two are SNP members: Alyn Smith MEP and Ian Hudghton MEP.
Norman Work
Councillor, Almond Ward
Frank Ross
Councillor, Corstorphine / Murrayfield Ward
Lord Provost
Alyn Smith
MEP
Ian Hudghton
MEP
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