STATEMENT - Stage 1 of the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill Monday, 12 May, 2025 When I became an MSP in February 2024, I was aware of the serious nature of this debate, and the wide range of views that constituents from across the Highlands and Islands Region hold on it. I have personally experienced the distress of death of family and friends, and I have often contemplated about whether assisted dying should be an option for those who face death, particularly those who have... Holyrood News
MSP warning over ticks 2nd April 2025 A sheep-farming MSP has warned the public to be on the alert for ticks, which can transmit Lyme’s Disease to humans. Highlands and Islands MSP Tim Eagle, who... Holyrood NewsLocal News
Lessons must be learnt from Mull campus decision, says MSP 25th March 2025 Highlands and Islands Regional MSP Tim Eagle says lessons must be learnt following the controversial decision-making process on the location of a new school... Local News
MSP warns against moves to centralise University of the Highlands and Islands 25th March 2025 Highlands and Islands Regional MSP Tim Eagle has said that moves to centralise the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) should be resisted. Mr Eagle... Local News
Comment on Argyll and Bute Council's decision on the Mull Campus Project 7th March 2025 Comment from Highlands and Islands Regional MSP Tim Eagle, following Argyll and Bute Council's decision to support a single-site option at Tobermory South for... Local News
Eagle gives backing to dog theft bill 27th February 2025 Highlands and Islands Regional MSP Tim Eagle is giving his strong backing to a proposed new law on dog theft. The Dog Theft (Scotland) Bill has been formally... Holyrood News
Action needed on alcohol abuse as new figures reveal pressure on ambulance service 9th January 2025 An MSP has warned about the pressure being placed on the ambulance service by alcohol abuse. Highlands and Islands Regional MSP Tim Eagle spoke out after... Local News
Concern over waits in temporary accommodation 12th December 2024 Highlands and Islands MSP Tim Eagle has urged the Scottish Government and local authorities in the Highlands and Islands to focus their attention on providing... Local News
MSP raises fate of Stornoway Post Office during Holyrood debate 11th December 2024 Highlands and Islands Regional MSP Tim Eagle has raised the fate of Stornoway Post Office in the chamber of the Scottish Parliament. Speaking in a debate at... Local News
Comment on Argyll and Bute being a “dental desert” with no practices taking on new adult NHS patients within three months 23rd October 2024 Argyll and Bute is one of six Scottish council areas described in a new BBC report as “dental deserts” with no practices taking on new adult NHS patients within... Local News
