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The scenes from Glasgow are utterly horrifying - this is not the Scotland I want. Feels miles away from my mtg today with inspiring young asylum seekers supported by who were speaking about aspirations to work, study and make their home in Scotland. #CallOutHate
A lot of work, huge collaboration & a world first. Scotland has a Bill to be proud of that locks in the progress we have made to tackle period dignity. Congrats to for leading the Bill & to all the activists and others who’ve done so much to make it happen💪
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The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Bill has been passed unanimously by MSPs this evening.
Find out more about what the Bill sets out to change: beta.parliament.scot/bills/period-p
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After 14 years, my time as MSP has come to an end. It has been such a privilege & I am forever grateful to the folk of #Clydesdale for letting me be their representative. Good luck to all candidates. For now, looking forward to adventures ahead & just being called Aileen
I am so over the moon with this! What a privilege to be able to work in a sport I love plus help do my bit to advance football for more women and girls. Looking forward to getting started with 💪💪⚽️💖
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BREAKING | We're delighted to announce that @ClydesdAileen will become the new SWF CEO 
Read more about the appointment 
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Thank you to everyone for the kind messages following my decision not to stand again next year. They mean a lot and are at times overwhelming. It’s been a tough decision, but the right one for me & my family. Here’s a link to my statement in full aileencampbell.scot/1303-statement
Really saddened by the mindless attack on my office last night. Really upsetting for everyone. facebook.com/18516526152684
Last night driving home I listened to the wonderful on the radio-she mentioned that in Iceland they have a day where they switch off the street lights so folk can see the sky and then broadcast on the radio a lecture about the stars. I thought that sounded marvelous
I’ve announced a £350m package of support for folk facing financial hardship & for our communities & 3rd sector. These are unprecedented times & require unprecedented responses-this money will help those who need it &the inspiring community activism happening across 🏴 #COVIDー19
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We're providing £350 million to help people who are most affected by coronavirus (#COVIDー19).
The money will help those facing financial hardship, including anyone struggling to pay rent or afford food or fuel.
Find out more bit.ly/COVIDFunding
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Yesterday was a tough day for my office following the horrible attack on it. What has been amazing has been the incredible messages of support-too many to respond directly to. That’s the thing to remember - good and kind folk outnumber the haters. Thank you a’body 🥰💛💛
I had hoped the government would cancel ‘significant’ birthdays during 2020 (the First Minister has one this year too😜) My favourite thing on this birthday has been my eldest laddie’s gift of a poem with a little help from dad-a real keepsake! Love to everyone during lockdown! X
I loved every minute as minister 4 public health &sport, working with inspiring folk giving everything for the health & wellbeing of Scotland. The list is too big to tag a’body...but sincerely, to everyone I have met/worked with these last 2 yrs THANK YOU 💙
It makes me happy our national hero is not a man of war or aggression, but instead of poetry, words and song. Happy Burns Day #BurnsNight #BurnsDay 🏴
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@theSNP’s @AlynSmith urges MEPs to be open to independent Scottish membership of the EU after #Brexit.
“Leave a light on so we can find our way home”
@donaldtusk is among those who applaud him in @Europarl_EN Strasbourg.
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Emotional call from as she says ‘Let’s keep going, try to keep smiling, keep hoping & keep looking out for each other...be strong and be kind’ we are at a really tough time-there’s more to be done to get Covid under control and it needs us all to work together💖
Welcome to the world wee Crawford White! Born yesterday & weighing in at 7lb13. Big thanx to all at
Happy New Year a’body!! Here’s to a brighter 2022 - wishing you all peace, joy and happiness! Xx
A quick pic with some ministerial colleagues committed to women’s rights today &every day. Proud to be part of Scotland’s gender balanced cabinet led by our 1st female #FM but more needs done to achieve balance for women in 🏴#BalanceForBetterIWD2019
Whoo hoo! Clydesdale stays with and massive congrats to - baton passing now complete💪💪👏👏👏👏 #teammcallan 💛🖤
It’s an honour to be asked to serve as cab sec for communities & local gov, partly following @AConstanceSNP , I have big (&bright &wonderful!) shoes to fill. She was committed & passionate about creating a fairer Scotland & I look forward to continuing her fine work.
Big heartfelt message to Scotland’s teenagers from at this incredibly tough time ‘...you have been so patient. We are trying to give you as much flex as we can. In return, please work with us and do your best to stick to the rules.’ #stickwithitScotland #FACTS
Today is my parents’ anniversary...eldest son’s homeschool challenge was to make a card!!! 😬😬😂 #crossword #anniversary
Covid-19 has taught us a lot about the importance of human connection. When we can’t do that physically, it’s crucial to do so digitally. But not everyone can-that’s why I’ve announced £5m to help do this via ‘Connecting Scotland’
Overheard discussion between father & 9 yo son: Dad: ‘in your ideal world, what would you want to do today?’ Son: ‘watch saints play football’. Dad: ‘ok. What in your COVID world do you want to do?’. Son: ‘play social-distancing rounders?!’ 😂 -message is being heard
My husband cut my son’s hair last night. He did the youngest one’s the previous night which was a success...he’s now trying to convince the eldest that his cut is quite ‘cool’ by showing him clips of Tim Burgess from the charlatans. Not really working. #bowlcut 😂
Honoured to be the cab sec for communities & local government. Trying to follow lots more accounts in this area (housing/planning/third sector/inequality/community empowerment...)- get in touch with me so I can follow you!
It’s official! A record breaking attendance at the #edinburghderby - well done to & for making it happen! And big thanks to all those who have turned up to #supportateam 👏👏⚽️⚽️💪💪💪
So tonight we hold hands sing ‘auld Lang syne’ and about ‘cups of kindness’ - yet the tone and narrative around desperate folk seeking sanctuary is as far away from kindness as you get. This needs to change.
Solidarity with . A heartbreaking decision to have to sever ties with the club she gave a lifetime of love and support. A reminder to all women that offers help and support for those that need it.
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I have this morning ended my lifelong support of @RaithRovers over their signing of the rapist David Goodwillie. I have cancelled next season’s shirt sponsorship over this disgusting and despicable move. This shatters any claim to be a community or family club. 1/2
This pic sums up what football should be about - a love of your team, respect for the love your pal has for theirs, and being united by the love of a sport that means so much. 🧡🖤💚🤍⚽️💪☺️
Big cheers for SCOTLAND!!! What a moment for 🏴🏴🏴🏴 #teamscot2018 #GC2018 🏴🏴🏴💙💪💪💪👍👏👏👏
Ach andy-you’re an absolute inspiration & while we feel your emotion, know how much you have given us & it’s not all been about the victories. What a legacy from the perfect sportsperson: dedicated, committed, humble, and passionate about equality. We salute you
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In announcing I would stand down in 2021 I expressed my encouragement for young people, especially women, to ‘go for it’ in politics. I’m chuffed has the chance to become Clydesdale’s next MSP. It’ll be emotional saying goodbye, but I’m proud to #passonthebaton
I can’t really find the words to express the utter horror and tragedy of this. That poor mother and that poor wee bairn. Another example of this failed system pushing folk into poverty and enforcing destitution.
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Mercy Baguma: Govan mum found dead next to 'starving baby' ift.tt/3gsMyQg
Well done to my eldest laddie who completed today’s after a nasty leg break 2 months ago. He was determined, stoic & encouraged by so many kind passers by. Thanks to the organizers for helping us & creating a great event & thanks to our lovely sponsors #Kiltwalk2023
And during his trip to the parliament, wee Crawford also bumped into Auntie FM
Am I just getting old, or why do I end up greeting when I hear Christmas carols? Maybe it’s just this lousy year. Maybe i am just turning into my maw 😅
It’s unacceptable for players to face online abuse. All of our players from all of our clubs are warriors on the pitch - they don’t need the criticism from ‘brave’ keyboard warriors. Let’s keep sport fun, respectful and safe. That’s the way we grow the game.
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Some shocking and disgusting comments being made on social media since the @RangersWFC game about some of our players.
Our players do a fantastic job and dont deserve that sort of abuse, they work hard and deserve nothing but respect.
#WeAreWarriors
A country filled with ‘love, compassion and hope.’ That’s the country I want my laddies to grow up in. Independence is exciting and filled with potential but will take hard work and commitment. My boys are growing up fast, so let’s get to it!! #SNP2020
I can’t believe this! What an achievement...what a club!! Well done #composed #underestimated #weareperth 👏👏👏💙🤍💙🤍💙😇😇😇
This is outrageous and cruel -this is not the Scotland I want. We need to call out hate and celebrate diversity. Sabir’s dignified response is so typical of a man who contributes so much to our country, and we stand in solidarity with him. #lovenothate #standuptoracism #callitout
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If this scrooge who spoiled our #Christmas by scratching this racist slur over our car had instead knocked our door we'd have invited them in for a chat over #Scottish mince pies and #Afghan tea. Hatred can't solve our problems, only love can. #LoveNotHate #StandUpToRacism
We are blessed to have such wonderful local outdoor space, but until the restrictions we took it all for granted. Now we look at our hills differently-a place to explore, a new challenge for little leggies, and even better, sometimes no mobile reception! #snaiphill #unthankhill
While a welcome pause, there is a need to establish a system ensuring nobody ends up homeless or destitute in a place they’ve sought refuge. Discussions will be ongoing with the Home Office to focus on a full, fair and permanent resolution with dignity at its heart.
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I welcome the confirmation from @SercoGroup that they will pause asylum seeker evictions for the time being. This follows constructive discussions between @GlasgowCC & Home Office yesterday. These discussions will continue until a satisfactory long term resolution is in place.
My eldest laddie went to a summer football camp and had told me he got coached by a livi player - today he was buzzing to see her play. Our players don’t just inspire wee girls!!😊😊💪 #BeTheDifference
Just used FB messenger for a blether with my folks...as they sat together on the couch, i mostly seemed to speak to my mum’s left ear, my dad’s right ear with a terrific view of the Wally dugs sitting on the sideboard up the centre. They’ll get the hang of the angles one day!!😂
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We are one club, whether it's our men's or women's teams.
That's why we've dropped 'Ladies' from our women's team name. Together, we are all simply Motherwell Football Club.
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Big announcement from that from 2022, if elected, will extend free school meals to all primary school children along with breakfasts and holiday provision. Hunger doesn’t stop during school holidays. #bestplacetogrowup #SNP20
The boys are ready to #boogie and are sending best wishes and positivity to the #ComeOnScotland #Believe 💪💪🙏🤞🏴⚽️💙
I can’t even bear to think about those poor wee souls that have lost their lives on that lake. My boys are the same age, those poor families. Rest in peace angels
Pleased to pledge the support from the of £1m towards the - the groups and people this appeal helps are inspiring and changing lives. And great to get to tell & a wee bit about why the #stvappeal is important to Gov -
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. @ClydesdAileen joins @lorraine and @TheRossKing on the STV Appeal sofa to confirm that @scotgov will donate £1m to the appeal #stvappeal
Our girl did it. So pleased to have back to fight hard for #lanarkandhamiltoneast 💪💪👏 #SNPGain #GE2019
Hey -to top a fab day of sport, your team of young people came 2nd in the pro-am event #scottishopen
All the best to a’body returning to school today - staff, pupils (and not forgetting the mams and dads). We’ve just sent our littlest to start his new adventure in P1. Wonderful friendly welcome from Biggar PS. There were tears, and they were all mine! 😭#backtoschool
My (not so) wee boy is 10 today. TEN!!! How did that happen? Feels about right that this wee boy who follows all the public health updates, figures, knows FACTS back to front has a birthday at the same time as the vaccines start! 😊
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Maree Todd (@MareeToddMSP) has been appointed Minister for Public Health, Women's Health and Sport.
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Spoiled by the boys this Mother’s Day! A three course meal being prepped by head-chef Angus (choice of pudding influenced by the biscuits in the cupboard🤣🙈) & a painting from Crawf ‘mum, I have made you a Picasso painting!’ 😂 Wishing you all a grand day during tough times💐
In memory of #SarahEverard and for all of us #ReclaimTheStreets #ReclaimTheNight #ReclaimTheseStreets
A massive congratulations to the #Lionesses - a remarkable achievement that draws a wonderful #WEuro2022 to a close. The tournament has brought crucial focus & visibility to the women’s game - let’s use this momentum to keep that growth & positivity happening 💪💪
A historic day as we voted to incorporate the #UNCRC into Scots law. It’s been a long journey & I’m privileged to have played a small part - congrats to & for getting it over the line - it’s a huge, impactful achievement #UNCRCScotland
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@JohnSwinney pays tribute to @Feorlean and @ClydesdAileen for all they've done to further children's rights in the Scottish Parliament. #UNCRCScotland
He also thanks @together_sacr @UNICEF_uk @CYPCS for being tenacious in our work on UNCRC incorporation. #UNCRCScotland
The ‘game-changing’ Scottish child Payment & this increase will make a huge difference to families. Imagine how much more we could do if we had all the powers of independence - without having to continually mop up the messes of another Gov? Why be content with mitigation?
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The Scottish Child Payment - introduced by @theSNP - has been described as a ‘gamechanger’ in the fight against child poverty. Today, I’ll set out plans - if re-elected - to double it from £10 per week for each eligible child to £20 per week dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politics/Three fab goals, two cheering boys and one happy maw! Well done to #SWNT - a great send off ahead of the The nation is right behind you! #OurGirlsOurGame 💙⚽️👌👍
Last week I closed the #InternationalWomensDay debate in -I chose to challenge the narrative that politics needs to be nasty. It doesn’t. Kindness has never been more needed in politics, especially if we want to attract more voices
Thanks to for raising awareness of the campaign...gives me a chance to share my silky skills from a previous challenge set by 🤣 text KEEPY to 70085 to support a great organisation!!! For info visit: bit.ly/SAKeepyUppy
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Was great to be able to set out why my new job at is so important to me and my ambitions for women’s football across Scotland 👇👇 💙⚽️⚽️
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Former SNP minister Aileen Campbell is now chief executive of Scottish Women's Football
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Wishing my wee sister all the very best for her wedding. It’s not what we all hoped for (we were all looking forward to a hoolie in our village hall) but instead, we will tune into zoom and raise a glass to you and john. Have a wonderful day🥰 (Blasted covid🥺😓)
Like many have already said, face coverings are mandatory in shops from today. So when you’re out be kind, wear your mask and look after each other. We can do this!!💪 (i know now that I’ve posted this you’re all gonna want this mask, so just get in touch with !)😂
Pleased to express messages of solidarity to our friends in the Sikh community after the horrific attack on their Gudwara. Despite the trauma, it was good to hear about the valued &appreciated community response of kindness &love. Love, not hate must be the hallmark of Scotland
With amazing tenacity my friend Alison has worked tirelessly to show how hideous the #rapeclause policy is. It needs to go.
Tremendous support for our #NHS during #clapforourcarers - and though she can’t hear me and is far away...I’m doing a special clap for my wee sis who’s redeployed to help her colleagues tackle #coronvirus #clapforNHS 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
A positive first step. Now the club will be keen to repair relationships and rebuild trust. Let’s use this as a turning point to drive positive change, including giving our women’s and girls’ teams the encouragement and respect they deserve.
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CLUB STATEMENT | Raith Rovers have released the following statement regarding David Goodwillie, to confirm that the player will not represent the club.
Discussions are underway with the player regarding his contractual position:
raithrovers.net/52477/chairman
“... We'll tak a cup o' kindness yet.” 🎶🎵 let’s make 2021 a year filled with kindness and hope. Happy New Year to you all. 💖😘 #HappyNewYear2021
My eldest had a personal challenge for a Cubs badge and chose to make a three-course meal. We were the lucky recipients of some crudités & dip, hunters chicken and meringue & rasps from the garden!! 😋😋😀
Unprompted and completely of his own volition…proud that my wee boy used his own pennies to buy this book. Visibility of women’s football doesn’t just inspire girls-wee boys want to cheer on and learn about the women’s game too!! 💪😍⚽️
That’s amazing! So so so so pleased for these girls and for @Kerr5Shelley - well done!!!!! 💙💙⚽️⚽️⚽️💪💪💪👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💙💙💙💙😍😍😍 #OurGirlsOurGame #SWNT
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FULL TIME | Albania 1-2 Scotland. WE'VE DONE IT!
Scotland are going to the World Cup!
#OurGirlsOurGame #SWNT
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Third sector organisations working with people impacted by #COVID19 can now apply for the £50 million emergency #WellbeingFund to help cope with the effects of the pandemic.
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@corrascot @InspiringSland @STVAppeal @scvotweet
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That’s our P1 off to school. Best wishes to all the other wee ones heading back today (& to all the parents and carers getting them ready...almost forgot our morning rigmarole trying to get him out the door on time😬😱!) Take care everyone and stay safe 🙏💝💝
I’m slow and the braes were steep, but free-wheeling down the hills on a bracing day seeing the sheep and sensing spring is the perfect way to re-balance after a week indoors. 🚴♀️🐏🌱
£645m for expansion of child care; lifting 30,000 children out of poverty through our Child Payment by 2022; investing £180m in raising attainment; £117m for mental health; spending at least £1.4bn on low income families - a #scotbudget to tackle inequality & deliver fairness
The FM campaign bus rolled into Lanark to support and visited Kym & her team from the amazing Wallace Tea Rooms. With peenies on, kym gave a bakery master-class! Looks like FM is the star baker and oor Angela is our star candidate!! 🌟🌟🍰🧁#VoteSNP
Mary berry has just been waxing lyrical about an Italian restaurant that basically serves stew in bread...I hope folk that turn their noses up at a mince roll take note! 😜😂
As I kissed my boys goodnight I can't stop thinking about those innocent babes on the beach. Refugees need our help now - this can't go on.
Oh my goodness. I just wanted the game to end and then when it came, I didn’t want the singing to stop! Well done - you fair put us through it🤣😩 💙⚽️👏💪
Walking provided such comfort & solace during the early stages of lockdown. For me, it helped create a new rhythm to my day, a chance for me, Fraser &the bairns to be together, chat & take more notice of our surroundings. It’s remained important. I’m pleased to see this campaign
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Today @PathsforAll launched #HumansOfTheWalk campaign, a collection of powerful accounts & images showing life-changing ways #walking helped many cope with pressures of lockdown.
Discover campaign: pathsforall.org.uk/humans
@JoeFitzSNP @AlisonJohnstone @ClydesdAileen @MareeToddMSP
Today marks the start of the #ScotlandLovesLocal campaign to encourage everyone to support and love their high street. Let’s keep that support going and let us know what is happening in your town
That’s my laddies off to school (p5 - how did that happen🙈?) and nursery! Place your bets now as to how long the sky-blue nursery jumper stays that clean😂
