Early Day Motion
Baby Loss Awareness Week and the work of Held In Our Hearts
(5 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House marks Baby Loss Awareness Week, observed annually from 9 to 15 October, and joins families across the UK in remembering babies who have died during pregnancy, at birth, or in infancy; recognises the profound and lasting impact that baby loss has on parents, siblings, grandparents and wider …
Early Day Motion
People's Emergency Briefing screening in Edinburgh South West
(2 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House thanks all those who attended the People's Emergency Briefing film screening and discussion held in Edinburgh South West on the 8 October 2026 in St Michael's Parish Church; notes the strong turnout and constructive engagement from local residents; recognises the importance of informed public discussions on the …
Early Day Motion
10th Anniversary of The Welcoming's Friendship Programme
(2 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates The Welcoming on the 10th anniversary of its Friendship Programme in Edinburgh; recognises the vital role the programme has played in supporting New Scots to build meaningful connections and friendships within their local communities; commends the many volunteers who have generously given their time to welcome …
Early Day Motion
Health All Round
(3 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates the commitment and dedication of Edinburgh South West charity, Health All Round; notes that for over 30 years Health All Round has provided vital care for residents in the South West of Edinburgh; applauds their aim to help people to live longer, healthier lives, focusing on …
Early Day Motion
Higher Education In Scotland
(4 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House notes with deep concern the industrial action, workforce disputes and proposed job reductions affecting Scotland's higher education sector, including at the University of Aberdeen, University of Dundee, University of Edinburgh, Glasgow Caledonian University and Heriot-Watt University, as staff take strike action in response to proposed job losses, …
Early Day Motion
40th Anniversary of Lothian Regional Transport plc
(3 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House celebrates the 40th anniversary of Lothian Regional Transport plc, now known as Lothian Buses; notes its position as the UK's largest municipal bus company; commends the foresight of then Lothian Region, which established Lothian Regional Transport plc following the Transport Act 1985 which mandated that bus operators …
Early Day Motion
ivvi Notes
(2 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this house congratulates ivvi Notes on winning the 2026 Bett Award for SEND and Inclusion Resources and Services; notes that ivvi are the first Scottish company to win in the category; celebrates the growth of the company in the last 12 months; applauds their work to provide dyslexic students …
Early Day Motion
Friends of the Pentland Hills
(4 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House celebrates the hard work and determination of the volunteers of The Friends of the Pentlands; notes that for 23 years the Friends of the Pentlands have worked to conserve, protect and enhance the Pentlands regional park for all to use; commends their work’s emphasis on recreational quality, …
Early Day Motion
Primary 7 at Dalry Primary School
(4 Signatures)
12 Oct 2026
Tabled by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
That this House congratulates Primary 7 at Dalry Primary School in Edinburgh South West for their work to understand the UK and Scottish Governments; applauds their understanding of the roles of the UK and Scottish Parliaments and City of Edinburgh Council; notes their campaign for improved school lunches; encourages their …
Written Question
Monday 12th October 2026
Asked by:
Scott Arthur (Labour - Edinburgh South West)
Question
to the Home Office:
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of Border Force processing capacity at regional airports, such as Edinburgh Airport.
Answered by Jo White
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office)
Border Force continually reviews its resourcing and operational capacity across all UK ports, including regional airports such as Edinburgh. Resources are deployed according to passenger demand and operational risks and threats, enabling Border Force to maintain border security while facilitating legitimate travel.
Operational performance is monitored closely, allowing resources to be flexibly deployed in response to changing demands and operational requirements. The Home Office does not routinely publish staffing figures for individual ports.