Constituents on both sides of the argument who have written to me over the years will know that I have taken an interest in the debates around assisted dying, and particularly how it may impact disabled people. I voted against the bill at Stage 1 due to my concerns about potential coercion and the removal [...]

Inverness MSP Emma Roddick has met with the Minister for Public Health to explore if a “middle ground” can be found on new non-surgical procedure laws that local clinicians warn could drive up costs and divert staff from the NHS. The Scottish Government’s Non-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill currently proposes that [...]

Highlands and Islands MSP Emma Roddick has welcomed new figures that show the Scottish Government's Young Patients Family Fund has helped Shetland families with children in hospital. The fund, which helps parents and carers with the costs of travel and food while their child is receiving inpatient care, is a lifeline for people in the [...]

Emma Roddick MSP has praised the work of staff and volunteers at the Archie Foundation and the Highland Children's Unit at Raigmore Hospital following a visit to the sites in Inverness. The Highlands and Islands MSP visited the Archie Foundation at the Birnie Centre, followed by a visit to the Children's Unit to meet with [...]

Highlands and Islands MSP Emma Roddick has championed Inverness Rowing Club after experiencing the Caledonian Canal from a unique perspective during a recent visit. Ms Roddick celebrated the club's successful bid for Sportscotland funding and their strong commitment to ensuring accessibility for all members of the community by joining members in the canal. During her [...]

SNP MSP Emma Roddick has lodged a formal motion in the Scottish Parliament recognising the work of Ann and Iain Mackintosh, who – in memory of their son, Calum – organised and fundraised for cardiac screenings to take place in Carrbridge. The Highlands and Islands MSP said: “I was so inspired by the work done [...]

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year’s theme focusing on community feels incredibly relevant. It’s a chance to really think about the people around us – our friends, family, neighbours, colleagues – and how much those connections mean for our, and their, mental wellbeing. If you’ve faced mental health challenges, you are [...]

Emma Roddick MSP yesterday visited the National Treatment Centre (NTC) in Inverness with Neil Gray, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care. During their visit, which marked two years of operation for the centre, Ms Roddick and Mr Gray highlighted the incredible work achieved by centre staff in their commitment to serving patients across the [...]

Additional NHS investment from the SNP Scottish Government is reducing waiting lists in Shetland, new figures can reveal.   The figures show a 35.5% drop in ophthalmology waiting times in NHS Shetland between April and September 2024.   This improvement in waiting times was made possible by increased SNP investment in the health service – an additional £30 million [...]

Emma Roddick MSP welcomed the team from Ehlers-Danlos Support UK (EDS UK) to the Scottish Parliament this week for an exhibition. The team from EDS UK spoke to MSPs from across political parties about the work they do to support those affected by Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and give people a better understanding of the condition.    [...]