SNP MSP for Renfrewshire West and Levern Valley | Minister for Business and Fair Work | Promoted by Tom Arthur, 49 High Street, Johnstone PA5 8AJ
Joined February 2011
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Tom Arthur retweeted
I have consistently made the case for Scotch Whisky to be exempt from US tariffs, and President Trump has committed to removing them.
Now I’m in Kentucky to build on that progress, strengthen ties with the bourbon industry and back one of Scotland’s most iconic exports.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 15
The proposed peace agreement between the US and Iran is a welcome step towards ending the war.
Any deal must focus on securing a lasting peace, and must guarantee safe and toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, easing the ongoing cost of living crisis.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 14
Such wonderful support for Scotland from Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor. Thank you for your warm welcome. 🏴
Congrats on the win, @ScotlandNT! 🏴
Between the bagpipes, the kilts, and thousands of Scotland fans turning Boston into their home away from home, the Tartan Army has made quite an impression on Massachusetts. It’s only fitting that I have my own kit and tartan for the next match.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 14
Scotland, you have done us proud. 🏴💙
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 13
Tonight, Scotland returns to the World Cup for the first time in 28 years.
To harness that excitement and inspire the next generation of talent, we are announcing a £500,000 World Cup Fund to support youth football, and supporting the work of @streetsoccerSCO.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 12
Productive day of trade and investment meetings in Boston, and it was lovely to visit Harvard University to discuss strengthening educational links with Scotland.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 12
Good morning from Boston.
Nice to bump into Ronnie and Linda Coull from Aberdeen, ahead of a busy day of trade, investment, diplomatic, academic and sporting engagements.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
The R100 broadband programme has delivered over 100,000 connections.
The key milestone was delivered through Openreach contracts and the R100 Scottish Broadband Voucher Scheme.
This achievement was marked by Business Minister @ThomasCArthur visiting Falkirk Distillery.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 12
New opportunity to work for @ThomasCArthur ! Tom Arthur MSP is looking for an Engagement Officer to join his team in #Johnstone. Applications close on 22 June 2026. Find out more: ow.ly/VgvQ50Z9img
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 11
Enough is enough. When politicians use hateful language, they create conditions for hatred to grow.
This is the Reform party I warned about, and they should be ashamed for inciting racial division in Scotland.
I will always stand up for the inclusive country we are. 🏴
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 10
The scenes we saw in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Ayr last night are unacceptable.
Scotland is a welcoming nation and those who choose to make their lives here are valued members of our communities.
Racism, hatred and intimidation have no place in Scotland. We must stand against it.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Over 100,000 connections have been delivered through our £600 million R100 Programme.
This milestone was announced by Business Minister @ThomasCArthur at Falkirk Distillery.
This is a key example of a business that has benefitted from access to faster broadband.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 4
A strong economy is key to everything I want to achieve as First Minister.
We will make our planning system work better, expand apprenticeships and devolve powers to Regional Partnerships, helping to create more jobs.
Good to address the @ProsperScot Annual Forum today.
ALT Photo of John Swinney speaking at a lectern at the Prosper Annual Forum event, with audience silhouettes in the foreground
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 3
50 days until the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow.
11 days until Scotland face Haiti at the World Cup.
And with our Summer of Sport programme, we are reducing barriers for young people to take part in sports, funding free and low-cost sporting activities across Scotland.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 2
Chaired the Cabinet meeting earlier today and it’s a busy week ahead. This is how we are delivering on your priorities. 👇🏴
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 2
The number of NHS operations is up on the year before, according to latest statistics.
Long waits are down for 11 months in a row, and we exceeded our target of 150,000 extra appointments and procedures.
More to do, but this is good progress. Thank you to our NHS staff. 👏
ALT Infographic with an image of John Swinney talking to a patient on a hospital bed, with text below: More NHS operations, long waits down, over 168,000 additional appointments. Continued progress in our NHS.
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Tom Arthur retweeted
Jun 1
Scotland has enormous energy resources that should help lower our bills - but the powers to make these decisions remain at Westminster.
Decisions about Scotland’s energy should be made in Scotland, and last week Parliament endorsed that view.
More in my Record column today 👇
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Tom Arthur retweeted
May 30
Great energy and a positive reception on the campaign trail today.
On June 18th, elect SNP MPs who will always stand up for Scotland - @thomsonrichardg in Aberdeen South, and @larabirdsnp in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry. 🏴
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Tom Arthur retweeted
May 29
We are working hard to deliver on your priorities. In case you missed it, this week:
🏥 NHS long waits fell for 11th month in a row
🩺 Surpassed the target of 150,000 extra appointments
🏡 First Homes Fund to open by the end of June
🏴 Passed the vote on devolving energy powers
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Tom Arthur retweeted
May 28
Scotland’s renewable energy sector presents enormous opportunities for international investment.
First Minister @JohnSwinney attended the opening of @HitachiEnergy new UK Centre of Excellence in Glasgow, which will create around 100 specialised jobs in the city.
ALT Audience, including First Minister John Swinney, seated attentively in a dimly lit room facing a covered easel.
ALT First Minister John Swinney and Hitachi Energy Country Managing Director UK and Ireland Laura Fleming are stood at a window in business attire.
ALT First Minister John Swinney speaks to an audience in a modern conference room.
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