@Engage_SP

Tweets from the Scottish Parliament's Participation and Communities Team. Bringing your experience to @ScotParl and decision-makers. Inbox open ✉

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We're keen to hear what you think about the proposals set out in @scotgov's draft Climate Change Plan. The Plan👉 ow.ly/26WG50XyGjK Join the conversation! Have your say by Sunday 25 January 2026👉 ow.ly/c5AR50XyGkW Here's @1edmountain to tell you more👇
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Today we're in Blairgowrie as part of our inquiry into rurality. We're visiting Wisecraft to discuss several important issues including healthcare and transport. Find out more about our inquiry: ow.ly/5GNL50Xpfxe
Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cosy room with colourful decorations. Tess White MSP is speaking to a member of the community.

ALT Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cosy room with colourful decorations. Tess White MSP is speaking to a member of the community.

Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cosy room with colourful decorations. Maggie Chapman MSP is speaking to a member of the community.

ALT Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cosy room with colourful decorations. Maggie Chapman MSP is speaking to a member of the community.

Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cosy room with colourful decorations. Paul McLennan MSP is speaking to a member of the community.

ALT Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cosy room with colourful decorations. Paul McLennan MSP is speaking to a member of the community.

Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cozy room with colorful decorations. Karen Adam MSP listens to a discussion.

ALT Group of adults engaged in a discussion around a table covered with a floral tablecloth in a cozy room with colorful decorations. Karen Adam MSP listens to a discussion.

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We've launched an inquiry into ADHD & Autism pathways and support. Data reveals 42,530 children in Scotland are waiting for neurodevelopmental assessments. We want to hear the experience of individuals, families and professionals. Get in touch: ow.ly/H8EG50WeA0z
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ScotParl Engage retweeted
Presiding Officer
@POScotParl23 Jun 2025
Thank you to the 120 community groups who joined us in the @scotparl. It was great to welcome many of those I met during our regional visits. The communities conference was a great opportunity to build on these important connections.
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@POScotParl3 Jun 2025
It was a pleasure to meet the people of Mayfield and Easthouses in Dalkeith during our final regional visit to mark @scotparl’s 25th anniversary. A heartfelt thank you for welcoming us into your amazing community spaces. Watch the round up of the day 👇
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Last night, we held an online engagement event with deer practitioners, to hear their views on how provisions in the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill would affect their work. Thanks to all stakeholders for getting involved! Follow our inquiry 👉ow.ly/QBag50VWTNk
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Replying to @SP_Economy @GMacdonaldSNP @AlloaHub
🧵 (2/3) Thank you to the many organisations and companies who took part in our roundtable, including: @ClacksCTSI @ResonateCom @CERTClacks @AlloaHub @ParkWimpy @AlvaDevTrust @AlloaFirst @tullibodygarden @CeterisScotland @active8sauchie2 @FVFoodDrink @Gartmorndamcpdt
Group photo of participants from the organisations who took part in our roundtable discussion on community wealth building. Many are named in the post. It was taken in Clackmannanshire Council Chambers.

ALT Group photo of participants from the organisations who took part in our roundtable discussion on community wealth building. Many are named in the post. It was taken in Clackmannanshire Council Chambers.

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Replying to @SP_Economy @GMacdonaldSNP @AlloaHub @clacksCTSI @ResonateCom @CERTClacks @ParkWimpy @AlvaDevTrust @tullibodygarden @CeterisScotland @active8sauchie2 @FVFoodDrink @Gartmorndamcpdt
🧵 (3/3) We also heard views on the new Community Wealth Building (Scotland) Bill and the impact it might have. These views are an important part of examining the Bill. Our online consultation is still open for anyone to have their say (closes Fri 23 May): ow.ly/Vea450VVA06
Colin Smyth MSP, Convener of the Economy and Fair Work Committee, is in the members' garden of the Scottish Parliament. He is holding a brightly coloured sign that says 'Have your say!'

ALT Colin Smyth MSP, Convener of the Economy and Fair Work Committee, is in the members' garden of the Scottish Parliament. He is holding a brightly coloured sign that says 'Have your say!'

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🧵 (1/3) The Committee visited Alloa this week to speak with community organisations, local charities and small businesses about their experiences of #CommunityWealthBuilding. This approach has the potential to grow and retain wealth within a local economy.
MSPs Colin Smyth and Gordon McDonald, and a Scottish Parliament staff member, are talking to the development officer at Alloa Hub - a community-owned and run facility providing services that benefit the residents and businesses of Clackmannanshire. They are being shown a photograph of the building before Alloa Hub took it over.

ALT MSPs Colin Smyth and Gordon McDonald, and a Scottish Parliament staff member, are talking to the development officer at Alloa Hub - a community-owned and run facility providing services that benefit the residents and businesses of Clackmannanshire. They are being shown a photograph of the building before Alloa Hub took it over.

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ScotParl Engage retweeted
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@POScotParl19 May 2025
We were given a very warm welcome by the people of #Cumbernauld and #Carbrain in the latest in our series of regional visits to mark the 25th Anniversary of the Parliament. Watch a short round up of the day 👇 #ScotParl25
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On Sunday, we held a local event in Grantown-on-Spey where community bodies shared with us their thoughts and aspirations for the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill. Follow our inquiry👉ow.ly/IwaK50VTloG Our guests share some key take-aways from the event👇
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@POScotParl28 Apr 2025
Delighted to be in Mayfield and Easthouses today with Lothian MSPs to hear local people’s views on @scotparl and ideas for the future. I'm looking forward to great discussions about how the Parliament can best represent people in Lothian. 🤝@MAEDT1 | Nourish Scotland #ScotParl25
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@POScotParl28 Apr 2025
It's been great to hear about all the amazing work being done in Mayfield and Easthouses today, and to hear what people want from their @scotparl in the future. Thanks to @MAEDT1 @MVACommunity Nourish Scotland, and others for a warm welcome. @uartlach @Foysol4Lothian @SarahBoyack #ScotParl25
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@POScotParl1 Apr 2025
It was great to hear about all the amazing work being done in Cumbernauld and Carbrain yesterday, and to hear what people want from their @scotparl in the future. Thanks to @CarbrainH, @NCLanarkshire, @CCPG2023, @recovery_nl and others for a warm welcome! #ScotParl25
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@POScotParl31 Mar 2025
Today I’m joining local MSPs in Cumbernauld for the next regional visit to mark @ScotParl’s 25th anniversary. We’re keen to hear from the community about how we can best represent the people in Central Scotland. Scotland’s Parliament belongs to its people and it’s vital their voices are heard and help shape Parliament’s future.
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@POScotParl24 Mar 2025
I recently visited Dunterlie with @scotparl colleagues, where we heard about the excellent work being done at a community level in Barrhead and Clydebank. The enthusiasm people have for the area is clear to see... ⬇️📽️💜 #ScotParl25 #WestScotland
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@POScotParl24 Feb 2025
We've had a great time meeting people at the Dunterlie Resource Centre and hearing about the work they are doing in Barrhead and Clydebank. Next stop is @ClydeTownHall to meet West Dunbartonshire Youth Council and hear about its fantastic work. #ScotParl25
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@POScotParl21 Jan 2025
It was great to visit #Sauchie and #Alloa yesterday as we continue to celebrate 25 years of @scotparl. We joined a Chatty Latte morning at the Sauchie Resource Centre, heard about the excellent work of @ParkWimpy, and met many passionate community groups at the Bowmar Centre. Thank you all so much for the warm welcome you gave myself and local MSPs Evelyn Tweed, @markruskell, @clairebakermsp, Alexander Stewart, Keith Brown, @AlexRowleyFife and @mspliz! #ScotParl25
The Presiding Officer speaks with two women at the Chatty Latte coffee morning in Sauchie.

ALT The Presiding Officer speaks with two women at the Chatty Latte coffee morning in Sauchie.

A group photo with MSPs, volunteers at Wimpy Park and local children.

ALT A group photo with MSPs, volunteers at Wimpy Park and local children.

The Presiding Officer speaks to stall holders at the Bowmar Centre.

ALT The Presiding Officer speaks to stall holders at the Bowmar Centre.

Post it notes showing what people would like to see the Scottish Parliament focus on in the future. Central note says 'More funding for communities. Especially to deliver council funding that has been cut.'

ALT Post it notes showing what people would like to see the Scottish Parliament focus on in the future. Central note says 'More funding for communities. Especially to deliver council funding that has been cut.'

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🆕 Our People's Panel has issued its report on 'What does Scotland need to do differently to reduce drug related harms?’ Read the report and find out about the panel's 19 recommendations: ow.ly/BssK50UJWLE
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Our People's Panel is drawn from members of the public across Scotland and has been considering the issue, 'What does Scotland need to do differently to reduce drug related harms?’. Look out for their report in the new year. Learn more: ow.ly/QlqF50UnsZQ
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