AlisonTaylor,MP Paisley & Renfrewshire North
@alisonstaylormp.bsky.social
MP for constituents of Langbank,Bishopton,Erskine,Inchinnan, Renfrew,Braehead,Hillington,Cardonald, Penilee, Paisley North,Gallowhill,Arkleston, Ferry Village, & Glasgow Airport.
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October 8, 2026 at 8:32 AM
October 6, 2026 at 3:49 PM
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♻️ Rescue & Relove is back!
Last year we increased shop sales of ‘sold as seen’ items by 167%, with customers displacing 8,239 new purchases by opting for pre-loved fashion instead.
But this year we’re going bigger. Watch to find out how, and find out more, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/Relove
Last year we increased shop sales of ‘sold as seen’ items by 167%, with customers displacing 8,239 new purchases by opting for pre-loved fashion instead.
But this year we’re going bigger. Watch to find out how, and find out more, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/Relove
September 3, 2026 at 2:36 PM
♻️ Rescue & Relove is back!
Last year we increased shop sales of ‘sold as seen’ items by 167%, with customers displacing 8,239 new purchases by opting for pre-loved fashion instead.
But this year we’re going bigger. Watch to find out how, and find out more, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/Relove
Last year we increased shop sales of ‘sold as seen’ items by 167%, with customers displacing 8,239 new purchases by opting for pre-loved fashion instead.
But this year we’re going bigger. Watch to find out how, and find out more, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/Relove
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Our Interim Director, Gordon Llewellyn-MacRae, reflects on the latest homelessness stats from The Scottish Government and what needs to be done to address the #HousingEmergency.
If you agree with us Scotland cannot afford any more broken promises, then join the cause.
✊ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
If you agree with us Scotland cannot afford any more broken promises, then join the cause.
✊ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
September 23, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Our Interim Director, Gordon Llewellyn-MacRae, reflects on the latest homelessness stats from The Scottish Government and what needs to be done to address the #HousingEmergency.
If you agree with us Scotland cannot afford any more broken promises, then join the cause.
✊ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
If you agree with us Scotland cannot afford any more broken promises, then join the cause.
✊ shelterscotland.org/ActCH
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New figures from The Scottish Government reveals nowhere near enough social homes are being built to tackle the #HousingEmergency
Needed: 15,693+ per year
Reality: 5,353 in the past 12 months
More thoughts from our Interim Director, Gordon Llewellyn-MacRae, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/HBS-Sep26
Needed: 15,693+ per year
Reality: 5,353 in the past 12 months
More thoughts from our Interim Director, Gordon Llewellyn-MacRae, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/HBS-Sep26
September 30, 2026 at 9:46 AM
New figures from The Scottish Government reveals nowhere near enough social homes are being built to tackle the #HousingEmergency
Needed: 15,693+ per year
Reality: 5,353 in the past 12 months
More thoughts from our Interim Director, Gordon Llewellyn-MacRae, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/HBS-Sep26
Needed: 15,693+ per year
Reality: 5,353 in the past 12 months
More thoughts from our Interim Director, Gordon Llewellyn-MacRae, here 👇
shelterscotland.org/HBS-Sep26
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Everyone should be able to afford a secure home too many people are making impossible choices between paying the rent, eating & keeping warm.
It’s time to close the growing gap between Local Housing Allowance & rising real rents.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
It’s time to close the growing gap between Local Housing Allowance & rising real rents.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
Pay rent, eat or keep warm? Growing numbers face hard choices as housing benefit gap grows
Wirral mother among renters turning to food banks as gap between a two-bed and housing benefit hits £158 a month – rising to as much as £324 in London
www.theguardian.com
September 23, 2026 at 9:46 AM
Everyone should be able to afford a secure home too many people are making impossible choices between paying the rent, eating & keeping warm.
It’s time to close the growing gap between Local Housing Allowance & rising real rents.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
It’s time to close the growing gap between Local Housing Allowance & rising real rents.
www.theguardian.com/business/202...
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This is a great explanation. The proposal is to move from a Triple Lock to an Adjusted Triple Lock.
All your Triple Lock questions answered:
- what is the new policy
- why it’s a ‘triple lock’
- why pensioner poverty is expected to fall in the 2030s torstenbell.substack.com/p/the-future...
- what is the new policy
- why it’s a ‘triple lock’
- why pensioner poverty is expected to fall in the 2030s torstenbell.substack.com/p/the-future...
The Future of the Triple Lock
The questions I’ve been asked most after Andy Burnham’s speech - and what the answers are.
torstenbell.substack.com
October 3, 2026 at 9:27 AM
This is a great explanation. The proposal is to move from a Triple Lock to an Adjusted Triple Lock.
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Labour is polling at its highest rate since January 2025, according to a new YouGov voting intention poll for Sky News and The Times
October 6, 2026 at 6:44 AM
Labour is polling at its highest rate since January 2025, according to a new YouGov voting intention poll for Sky News and The Times
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NEW: Loganair cabin crew across Scotland and England will hold a ballot on potential industrial action👇
Loganair cabin crew in Glasgow to hold ballot on potential strike action
www.thenational.scot
October 6, 2026 at 7:12 AM
NEW: Loganair cabin crew across Scotland and England will hold a ballot on potential industrial action👇
#ChallengePovertyWeek and so grateful for the work done for constituents across #PaisleyRenfrewshireNorth by @trussellscot.bsky.social
It’s Day 1 of #ChallengePoverty Week and theme is social security.
The design & delivery of the social security system is the biggest driver of the need for food banks.
Investing in social security, accessible advice services & cash first support is key to ending hunger.
The design & delivery of the social security system is the biggest driver of the need for food banks.
Investing in social security, accessible advice services & cash first support is key to ending hunger.
October 5, 2026 at 3:51 PM
#ChallengePovertyWeek and so grateful for the work done for constituents across #PaisleyRenfrewshireNorth by @trussellscot.bsky.social
I was honoured to be presented by the Lord Lieutenant for #Renfrewshire to HRH The Duke of Gloucester at TerumoAortic in #Inchinnan where the Duke presented the King’s Award for Enterprise in the #innovation category. Terumo Aortic winning for bespoke solutions for the treatment of aortic disease.
October 5, 2026 at 2:35 PM
I was honoured to be presented by the Lord Lieutenant for #Renfrewshire to HRH The Duke of Gloucester at TerumoAortic in #Inchinnan where the Duke presented the King’s Award for Enterprise in the #innovation category. Terumo Aortic winning for bespoke solutions for the treatment of aortic disease.
Sad to see this family business in Paisley close after over a century of service to the town. Wishing them all the best.
END OF AN ERA: Paisley Jewellers to Close After 117 Years in Business
McLauchlan Jewellers will close after 117 years on 31 December 2026, marking the end of a family-run business that has served generations in Paisley. #Paisley #PaisleyHistory #PaisleyHighStreet #McLauchlanJewellers #LocalHistory…
McLauchlan Jewellers will close after 117 years on 31 December 2026, marking the end of a family-run business that has served generations in Paisley. #Paisley #PaisleyHistory #PaisleyHighStreet #McLauchlanJewellers #LocalHistory…
END OF AN ERA: Paisley Jewellers to Close After 117 Years in Business
McLauchlan Jewellers will close after 117 years on 31 December 2026, marking the end of a family-run business that has served generations in Paisley. #Paisley #PaisleyHistory #PaisleyHighStreet #McLauchlanJewellers #LocalHistory #Renfrewshire #PaisleyPhotographs
paisleyphotographs.com
October 5, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Sad to see this family business in Paisley close after over a century of service to the town. Wishing them all the best.
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Today we’re at the launch of @jrf-uk.bsky.social’s Poverty in Scotland report.
We must see bolder & upscaled action from all levels of govt to end poverty & build a Scotland where everyone can afford the essentials.
More here 👇
We must see bolder & upscaled action from all levels of govt to end poverty & build a Scotland where everyone can afford the essentials.
More here 👇
📣 New report launched this morning!
Today, we've published Poverty in Scotland 2026, the flagship report looking into the depth and breadth of poverty across Scotland.
🗣️ Hear from our Lead Analyst @carlaonion.bsky.social as she shares some of the key findings.
Today, we've published Poverty in Scotland 2026, the flagship report looking into the depth and breadth of poverty across Scotland.
🗣️ Hear from our Lead Analyst @carlaonion.bsky.social as she shares some of the key findings.
October 5, 2026 at 9:41 AM
Today we’re at the launch of @jrf-uk.bsky.social’s Poverty in Scotland report.
We must see bolder & upscaled action from all levels of govt to end poverty & build a Scotland where everyone can afford the essentials.
More here 👇
We must see bolder & upscaled action from all levels of govt to end poverty & build a Scotland where everyone can afford the essentials.
More here 👇
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What a great buzz at Labour conference this year!
Great to be up speaking to the BBC this morning about our government’s plans to drive change across Scotland and the UK #HopeAgain
Great to be up speaking to the BBC this morning about our government’s plans to drive change across Scotland and the UK #HopeAgain
September 27, 2026 at 10:32 AM
What a great buzz at Labour conference this year!
Great to be up speaking to the BBC this morning about our government’s plans to drive change across Scotland and the UK #HopeAgain
Great to be up speaking to the BBC this morning about our government’s plans to drive change across Scotland and the UK #HopeAgain
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Labour is bringing about a new age of industrialisation for Britain.
September 29, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Labour is bringing about a new age of industrialisation for Britain.
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Great to be out in Broomhouse with Councillor Kevin Lalley and the Glasgow Labour Group
Residents want to see a council focussed on getting the basics right and a council that is ambitious for Glasgow.
That's the change the Scottish Labour Party offers.
Residents want to see a council focussed on getting the basics right and a council that is ambitious for Glasgow.
That's the change the Scottish Labour Party offers.
October 3, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Great to be out in Broomhouse with Councillor Kevin Lalley and the Glasgow Labour Group
Residents want to see a council focussed on getting the basics right and a council that is ambitious for Glasgow.
That's the change the Scottish Labour Party offers.
Residents want to see a council focussed on getting the basics right and a council that is ambitious for Glasgow.
That's the change the Scottish Labour Party offers.
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What's John Swinney's "secret plan" for independence? 🤔
September 29, 2026 at 5:38 PM
What's John Swinney's "secret plan" for independence? 🤔
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There's a big difference between Andy Burnham and John Swinney when it comes to trying to fix social care...
October 2, 2026 at 3:26 PM
There's a big difference between Andy Burnham and John Swinney when it comes to trying to fix social care...
Great campaign session in #Cardonald today with @zubirahmed.bsky.social and @scottishlabour.bsky.social members.
October 3, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Great campaign session in #Cardonald today with @zubirahmed.bsky.social and @scottishlabour.bsky.social members.
Reposted by AlisonTaylor,MP Paisley & Renfrewshire North
All your Triple Lock questions answered:
- what is the new policy
- why it’s a ‘triple lock’
- why pensioner poverty is expected to fall in the 2030s torstenbell.substack.com/p/the-future...
- what is the new policy
- why it’s a ‘triple lock’
- why pensioner poverty is expected to fall in the 2030s torstenbell.substack.com/p/the-future...
The Future of the Triple Lock
The questions I’ve been asked most after Andy Burnham’s speech - and what the answers are.
torstenbell.substack.com
October 3, 2026 at 7:43 AM
All your Triple Lock questions answered:
- what is the new policy
- why it’s a ‘triple lock’
- why pensioner poverty is expected to fall in the 2030s torstenbell.substack.com/p/the-future...
- what is the new policy
- why it’s a ‘triple lock’
- why pensioner poverty is expected to fall in the 2030s torstenbell.substack.com/p/the-future...
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One of two Labour gains from Reform in Northumberland by-elections yesterday. Too early to know for sure we've passed peak Reform, but another encouraging sign.
Hirst (Northumberland) Council By-Election Result:
🌹 LAB: 50.1% (+7.0)
➡️ RFM: 30.0% (-20.0)
◼️ RES: 10.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 4.1% (-2.8)
🔶 LDM: 3.9% (New)
🙋 Ind: 1.6% (New)
Labour GAIN from Reform UK.
Changes w/ 2025.
🌹 LAB: 50.1% (+7.0)
➡️ RFM: 30.0% (-20.0)
◼️ RES: 10.3% (New)
🌳 CON: 4.1% (-2.8)
🔶 LDM: 3.9% (New)
🙋 Ind: 1.6% (New)
Labour GAIN from Reform UK.
Changes w/ 2025.
October 2, 2026 at 1:20 PM
One of two Labour gains from Reform in Northumberland by-elections yesterday. Too early to know for sure we've passed peak Reform, but another encouraging sign.
October 2, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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Thanks so much for your continued support 🙏 💚 @alisonstaylormp.bsky.social
Visit to @trussellscot.bsky.social Renfrewshire Food Bank today to check in and donate some essentials they are low on - see list below 👇
The Westway facility in Renfrew is open weekday mornings till 12.30 to drop donations off. They are also looking for volunteers to work there.
The Westway facility in Renfrew is open weekday mornings till 12.30 to drop donations off. They are also looking for volunteers to work there.
October 1, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Thanks so much for your continued support 🙏 💚 @alisonstaylormp.bsky.social
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More than 67,000 attend Renfrewshire spring and summer events
More than 67,000 people attended six free Renfrewshire Council events this spring and summer. The council says the events generated more than £3 million for the local economy.
More than 67,000 people attended six free Renfrewshire Council events this spring and summer. The council says the events generated more than £3 million for the local economy.
More than 67,000 attend Renfrewshire spring and summer events
More than 67,000 people attended six free Renfrewshire Council events this spring and summer. The council says the events generated more than £3 million for the local economy.
www.renfrewshire24.co.uk
September 25, 2026 at 8:11 AM
More than 67,000 attend Renfrewshire spring and summer events
More than 67,000 people attended six free Renfrewshire Council events this spring and summer. The council says the events generated more than £3 million for the local economy.
More than 67,000 people attended six free Renfrewshire Council events this spring and summer. The council says the events generated more than £3 million for the local economy.