Long-standing Labour MP Paul Flynn dies aged 84
The long-standing Labour MP Paul Flynn has died aged 84, the party has announced.
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Aberdeen MP visits charity’s mental health service
An Aberdeen MP visited a mental health residential service to learn more about the charity’s work.
North-east MP Ross Thomson declines to comment on ‘sexual touching’ allegation
A north-east MP being investigated by his party over allegations of "sexual touching" in a House of Commons bar has said it would be "inappropriate" to comment at this stage.
Petition and banner call for resignation of Aberdeen MP Ross Thomson
A banner calling for the resignation of an Aberdeen MP was posted outside his office.
Aberdeen MP will ‘co-operate fully’ with allegations probe
Aberdeen MP Ross Thomson will co-operate “fully” with any investigation by Westminster’s standards commissioner into allegations of sexual touching.
Aberdeen MP Ross Thomson denies grope claims
Aberdeen MP Ross Thomson has today broken his silence to deny allegations of sexual touching at a bar in the Palace of Westminster.
Interim Scottish Tory leader on Ross Thomson ‘sexual touching’ claims: ‘His behaviour is completely unacceptable’
The interim leader of the Scottish Conservatives today called Aberdeen MP Ross Thomson’s alleged behaviour “completely unacceptable”.
MP writes to north-east firms over Brexit worries
A north-east-MP has written to businesses in his constituency to provide an update on the Government’s plans for a no-deal Brexit.
Politicians tell of concerns over future of Stoneywood paper mill
Politicians have told of their concern at the news of administration proceedings starting at Stoneywood Mill.
North-east MP’s anger after police reveal more than 100 cases of animal cruelty
More than 100 incidents of cruelty to animals were recorded by police across the north-east over the last five years, according to new figures.
Fishing chiefs ‘in general’ support Government Brexit plans says MP
Fishing leaders are “in general” supportive of the Government’s Brexit plan, according to a UK Minister.
MP told Highland Games fans to be exempt from online knife sales ban
An MP has been reassured that Highland Games enthusiasts will be exempt from restrictions over online knife sales.
Politician calls on people to consider becoming a childminder in Aberdeen event
An Aberdeen MP is organising a session to encourage people to become childminders in Aberdeen as free childcare is increased.
North-east Men’s Shed praised for help it provides to members
A north-east MP has praised the work of a Men’s Shed in his constituency.
Former MP says cheers to new post with ale campaigners after break
A former North-east MP who was ousted last June is saying “cheers” to a new job.
Aberdeen MP Ross Thomson tells of shock over level of ‘vicious and threatening’ abuse aimed at him via Twitter
An Aberdeen MP has spoken out about the “barrage of abuse” he receives online.
Aberdeen MP voices concern over level of North-east animal cruelty cases
Concerns have been raised about the level of animal cruelty cases in the North-east.
Union urges MPs to back wage rise for public service workers
Trade union members are calling on North-east MPs to support a campaign for public service workers to get “a decent pay rise”.
Widow of former Aberdeen MP Frank Doran overwhelmed by tributes
The widow of a former Aberdeen MP who passed away said she is overwhelmed at the tributes people have paid to her “wonderful husband”.
MP calls for crackdown on parents using loopholes to avoid paying child support
An MP has called for the UK Government to do more to crack down on parents who use “legal loopholes” to avoid paying child support.
Frank Gilfeather: MPs’ salaries provide them with more than enough cash
Should MPs and MSPs have second jobs?
Aberdeen MP opens up about battle with depression to help other seek help
An Aberdeen MP has spoken of her own battle with depression in a bid to persuade more people to seek help for their mental-health difficulties.
Aberdeenshire councillor steps down to focus on MP role
An Aberdeenshire councillor has announced he will be stepping down to focus on his new role as an MP.
Aberdeen MP tells of ‘honour’ to be chosen by party for role of SNP’s deputy Commons leader
An Aberdeen MP has said it is an "honour" to be appointed deputy leader of her party at Westminster.
New Tory MPs’ first day at work after ‘whirlwind’ since General Election
A newly elected North-east MP today said it was important to get the best Brexit deal for the fishing, farming and oil and gas industries.
SNP MP calls for Theresa May to support oil and gas industry in Queen’s Speech
A newly re-elected Aberdeen MP has written to the Prime Minister asking her to consider the oil and gas industry in the Queen's Speech.
SNP losses put us ‘back in a multi-party Scotland’, says Aberdeen academic
An Aberdeen academic said a "strong campaign" from the Conservatives against independence was a factor in the party's resurrection in the North-east.
What is it like to lose your seat as an MP?
No matter what the result is of the General Election, for some MPs it will be the end of the line as they lose their jobs in a very public manner.
Salmond ‘well up for battle ahead’ as the former First Minister targets re-election
Former First Minister Alex Salmond officially launched his campaign for re-election and shrugged off Conservative talk about securing his seat.
Politicians describe chaotic scenes in Westminster amid security alert
Politicians described chaotic scenes in Westminster after a security alert meant many had to be evacuated from Parliament.