John Cooper MP Promoted to the Shadow Treasury Monday, 7 September, 2026 John Cooper MP for Dumfries and Galloway, has been promoted to the influential role of Shadow Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, by Rt Hon Kemi Badenoch MP, Leader of the Opposition. Speaking shortly after the reshuffle was announced, John said, "I am honoured to be appointed Shadow Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury. Our team is focussed on boosting the British economy, seeking to drive growth... Local News
Conservatives force government U-turn to protect children in Dumfries and Galloway from online harms 15th June 2026 The Conservatives have been fighting alongside bereaved families to ban social media for under-16s. Today (15 June 2026) Keir Starmer finally announced a ban on... Westminster News
Scotland's Blue Wall Stands Firm 8th May 2026 Dumfries and Galloway Conservative and Unionist Association returned both our candidates to the Scottish Parliament, following a keenly fought campaign. Finlay... Local News
Emergency Farming Summit 12th December 2025 Dumfriesshire Conservatives held an emergency farming summit with Shadow Farming Minister Robbie Moore MP, on a farm outside Dumfries on Friday 12th December... Local News
A great day at Stranraer Show! 31st July 2025 Celebrating Rural Excellence at the Stranraer Agricultural Show 2025 On a bright and bustling Wednesday, the Stranraer Agricultural Show once again proved why... Local News
Scottish Conservatives launch campaign to speed up dualling of A75 31st July 2025 The dualling of the A75, which connects Scotland to other parts of the United Kingdom, would be fast-tracked under Scottish Conservative plans unveiled by two... Local News
Maiden speech from John Cooper MP 19th July 2024 I congratulate the hon. Member for Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West (Martin McCluskey) on his excellent maiden speech, which is difficult to follow. I gently... Speeches in Parliament
Vital upgrades needed to A75 and A77 29th June 2024 NO one in Wigtownshire needs lectures on the importance of the A75 and A77, or how unsuitable they are in the 21st Century. We all use them at some point, and –... Opinions
Let's move Dumfries & Galloway forward 28th June 2024 DUMFRIES & Galloway gave me the best possible start – a fantastic education; my first job – and I want others to have that same chance. Our people are our... Opinions
On Farming's Frontline 24th April 2024 AGRICULTURE is pivotal to Dumfries & Galloway and although responsibility for the sector is devolved to Holyrood, UK Government involvement and funding are... Opinions
Conservatives announce new Shadow Cabinet 7th September 2026 Kemi sets out new cabinet to reach our goal of growth, higher living standards and fiscal credibility. National News
Our plan to increase defence spending 3rd September 2026 We must cut the welfare bill, reprioritise funding from other areas and invest into our armed forces National News
The Hidden Cost of Net Zero 19th August 2026 If we continue with Labour’s Net Zero plans, our energy bills will continue to go up. National News
Andy Burnham has a spending problem 17th August 2026 Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride breaks down the cost of Burnham’s spending. National News
Crime Must have Consequences 7th August 2026 Right now, 92% of all crimes go unsolved. This cannot continue... National News
Conservatives Call to Stop the Early Release Scheme 28th July 2026 Kemi challenges Andy Burnham to stop the early release of rapists, paedophiles, and other serious offenders National News
