Kirsty Blackman

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

...equality network, stonewall, etc. on the exact wording. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

However, I do believe it would be a mistake for any Scottish Govt to legislate on this without ensuring that groups advocating for trans rights agree with the form of words that is put into legislation and I would support moves to ensure that agreement is reached with... — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Should the SNP, or anyone else, intend to kick this into the future, or run another consultation, I will be standing right there with the trans community and allies, telling my government that they’re wrong. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

However a lot of you have read it as meaning that there will be another consultation. We have had enough consultations. Legislation needs to change to make legal gender recognition easier. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

A few people have contacted me with worries about the GRA section in the SNP manifesto. I read it to mean that a re-elected SNP Scot gov would make changes to the GRA. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@MrTCHarris @theSNP Exactly... — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@MrTCHarris @kiehlmanniac @MorayBarrySNP @theSNP Some poor social media lass in Wokingham Council has been furiously drafting a letter to the Belgian Govt, and swore vigorously when she realised she’d have to do the same for Luxembourg. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@MorayBarrySNP @kiehlmanniac @theSNP @MrTCHarris It does always seem to be Belgium in these examples. Just like when we’re discussing relative size we do it by either double decker buses, Olympic swimming pools, or Wales. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@MrTCHarris @theSNP Where does it say that in the Edinburgh Agreement? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

For a start, this is nonsense. We did it before when we won a @theSNP majority in Holyrood. But also, don’t you think, @MrTCHarris, that the reason people in Scotland want independence is that we are utterly fed up of being dragged in the wrong direction by successive WM Govts? — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@Rossmatthews86 @theSNP Unfortunately a lot of stuff around sole traders is reserved so Westminster still has the powers. For example tax & much of the regulation. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@Rossmatthews86 @theSNP Aye. Loads. Have a look at the manifesto at https://t.co/nhiLB50dgL Have included some screenshots too. https://t.co/AZd1pWqlDw — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @StephenGethins: Personally really pleased to see this in today’s @theSNP manifesto. Really good to see plans to expand Scotland’s forei… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Can't believe I missed this one! Free bikes! Game changer. My kids love their bikes and it's grim that so many miss out on the childhood experience of learning to ride a bike. It really is something you never forget and sets you up with access to low carbon transport for life. https://t.co/OLL1NLujDb — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

RT @eliz_lloyd: This is just one part of a women’s health plan in @theSNP manifesto today - also action to speed up tests for endometriosis… — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

@ardmamma @CelebrantJayne @theSNP Indeed. It's to do with what's devolved and what's reserved, I'm afraid. Only independence will give us control of all the levers we need. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

And, of course, @thesnp will give the people of Scotland the right to choose our own future in an independence referendum. #BothVotesSNP https://t.co/JQWceHZazb — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Oh my goodness, an online programme on Scotland and the UK’s colonial history, AND anti-racist education. #BlackLivesMatter https://t.co/fc4eTMYYWa — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

.@thesnp will remove charges for core curriculum, make school uniforms cheaper, and ensure nobody is barred from school trips because their parents cannot afford to pay. https://t.co/xxH4BShccu — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

We are supporting areas heavily reliant on oil and gas, companies, and individuals to diversify, retrain and move on. We will not leave Aberdeen a ghost town. https://t.co/bOeQfHsA4P — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Young people must not be a generation suffering from the legacy of the pandemic. We will put this at the forefront of our actions, including the young person’s guarantee. https://t.co/IIj4NYmcEg — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Improvements to legal service on anonymity, safe streets project, and domestic violence support for men and boys, in addition to strengthening of systems for services that support women and girls. (Three year funding commitments, YAS!) https://t.co/nYTVavqRJM — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

We will end conversion therapy if Westminster doesn’t, and we will reform the GRA. https://t.co/aTthRXUnT2 — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Transitions from children’s to adults’ services is a really scary, difficult and often poorly managed time for disabled young people. This pledge recognises the issue and promised national action. This is so badly needed. I’ve engaged with ACC over this a lot. https://t.co/Y60pQCxBqV — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Also yay for buffer zones around abortion services - local authorities will be supported to put in place bye-laws should then wish to. — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Brilliant positive health steps for women and girls. Being shoved into a maternity ward with women with babies, when you’re experiencing unexpected complications is so awful and I’m pleased to see this being recognised and a move made to mitigate this. https://t.co/S3IlsFF38w — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

This is massively important. Funding certainty is the biggest worry I hear from third sector orgs, and a five year funding cycle for those at the frontline of saving lives affected by substance misuse is such a positive move. https://t.co/RQaYwdIOPf — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Funding to support families visiting children who receive in patient care. I’ve met many parents who’ve struggled with this when their bairns have been in hospital in Glasgow or elsewhere. https://t.co/coC1npoNAf — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Focus on improving mental health services - 25% increase in direct Scot Gov investment. https://t.co/omXJrxul7f — PolitiTweet.org

Kirsty Blackman @KirstySNP

Just looking through the actual text of @theSNP manifesto now. There are so many highlights. — PolitiTweet.org