18th September 2023: A Week in Parliament

Suella Braverman

Once again, the Home Secretary’s mask has slipped and her xenophobic rhetoric is out there for all to see. On Wednesday, she tweeted about Starmer’s proposed deal with the EU to take in asylum seekers. In her tweet, she said: “He’ll agree to make Britain the dumping ground for many of the millions of illegal migrants that Europe doesn’t want. And none of this will stop the boats.” The language she has used is abhorrent and divisive. She should apologise for these comments but it is a narrative that suits the Tory Party in its current form. Scotland's open and welcoming approach to refugees and asylum seekers stands in stark contrast to the increasingly insular and inhumane policies of Westminster. It is clear that only with the full powers of independence can Scotland provide refugees with a fair and dignified system that offers them the opportunity and support they need to rebuild their lives.

Crosshouse Street Surgery

I am looking forward to being in Crosshouse on Thursday (21st September) as part of my Street Surgery engagement. My staff and I will be knocking on doors in; Crossdene Road, Springhill Avenue, Corse Place, Loudoun Place, Credon Drive, Craigie Place and Dean Place between 1.00 and 4.00 pm. It’s always great to get out and about and talk to constituents on their doorsteps about matters that are important to them. However, if you will not be in or do not reside in the areas listed above but have an issue you would like to discuss please contact me: alan.brown.mp@parliament.uk / 01563 501412 or drop into my office at 31A Titchfield Street in Kilmarnock (KA1 1QW).

Gas Safety Week

As part of Gas Safety Week, Centrica has given my office 10 free carbon monoxide alarms to distribute to local businesses and charities. My office has already contacted some organisations who may benefit from this initiative, however, if anyone reading wishes to obtain one for their business/charity, please contact my office for further details. Gas Safety is vitally important and that is why I am happy to team up with British Gas to highlight that gas appliances must be checked annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Unchecked gas appliances may increase the risk of CO poisoning, gas leaks and fires.

Macmillan Cancer Coffee Morning

This is a reminder that my office is hosting a coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support on Friday 29th September from 11 am. Feel free to drop in and support this cause and enjoy some coffee and cake! If you are unable to attend but would still like to donate, then you can through my JustGiving page. The link to my fundraiser is pinned on both my Facebook and Twitter/X accounts. However, if you have any issues, please do not hesitate to contact my office.