Updates

Greens call for urgent eviction ban extension

Thu 20 May, 2021

The Scottish Greens today called on the Scottish Government to extend the current eviction ban for as long as coronavirus restrictions remain in place.

Asking an urgent question in parliament, Highlands and Islands MSP Ariane Burgess called for the temporary eviction ban to be extend for as long as restrictions remain.

The new MSP also called for government to work collaboratively to deliver a better deal for Scotland’s renters.

Ariane Burgess said:

Patrick Harvie raises urgent question on home office actions

Fri 14 May, 2021

Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie raised the first urgent question of the new parliamentary term today, questioning the Scottish Government on the events surrounding the attempted forced removal of asylum seekers in Pollokshieds on Thursday.

Mr Harvie noted that although control of immigration matters regrettably remains in the hands of UK Ministers there are actions that can be taken in Scotland to support communities to resist the racist home office.

Patrick Harvie said:

Scottish Greens slam Home Office 

Thu 13 May, 2021

Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie has slammed the home office and stated that Scotland must build an asylum system worthy of the name.

Mr Harvie’s call comes as hundreds of locals in Pollokshields joined a protest following an attempt by the Home Office to forcibly remove asylum seekers.

Patrick Harvie said:

“It’s horrific that people have been forced to take such action to defend their most vulnerable neighbours from the brutality of the UK Home Office.

Scottish Greens hail record result

Sat 8 May, 2021

The Scottish Greens will have significant impact on the Scottish Parliament and Scotland’s future after gaining seats in the 2021 election.

After a positive campaign which focused on a green recovery and tackling the climate emergency, the Scottish Greens saw their vote share grow in every region of Scotland. With eight MSPs, it is the party’s best ever result.