David Linden MSP

Thanks to constituents who booked in to attend this week’s advice surgery in Baillieston. A reminder that I hold regular surgeries across the constituency, which can be booked by calling my office on 0131 348 5683 or by emailing david.linden.msp@parliament.scot.

A new dawn has broken, has it not?

There are still some slots available at my surgery, in Baillieston, on Monday. If you're a constituent and you'd like to speak to me about a case, please do get in touch by e-mailing or calling my office.

✍️ The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow should be free to air. I’ve written to British Government Ministers calling on them to lift the paywall. heraldscotland.com/news/26252167.…

Next month, I’ll be running the Scottish 10k to raise money for @CranhillDT which is a fantastic local organisation in my constituency. If you’d like to support fundraising efforts for this great cause, you can do so via my JustGiving page: justgiving.com/page/davidlind… 🙏

On Monday, I’ll be holding an advice surgery for constituents in Riddrie. If you’d like a book a slot, please get in touch.

Today saw the official opening of the @ScotParl. It was my pleasure to welcome Niela and Sachin, whose generosity to the community via Danny’s free food bags provides such a lifeline to people in Baillieston and beyond.

The Scotland we love is a nation of extraordinary resilience, one that can overcome each and every passing storm. In this new Parliament, we must work together - so we can deliver for the people who elected us here, and bring hope for the future.

It was a pleasure to welcome @DavidLinden to Dogs Trust Glasgow this month. We discussed our vital role in the community and the wider support we deliver across Scotland. We also spoke about our Freedom service which provides crucial support for people fleeing domestic abuse.

I am deeply concerned by these incidents. There is no place for violence, racism or intolerance in our country. I met community groups last week to assure them of the strong support of the Government. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Joyce Currie has been keeping weans well nourished with school dinners for 35 years at Bannerman High School - including me back in the day. Lovely to pop by this morning and surprise her with some flowers and a @ScotParl motion of commendation. Thank you, Joyce! ❤️ 👏

Finally managed to pop by Shettleston Housing Association to present a motion recognising their 50 year anniversary. Many congratulations to Tony and all the amazing staff who serve our community.

On the 10th anniversary of Jo Cox’s death, I spoke about civility in politics, the language in our political discourse, cross-party working… and my unlikely Wednesday mornings playing tennis with @kimleadbeater, @DavidMundellDCT & @DesmondSwayne! #MoreInCommon

The Matchday we've been waiting for. 🆚 Haiti v Scotland 🏆 @FIFAWorldCup ⏰ 9pm EST | 2am BST 🏟️ Boston Stadium, Foxborough 📺 Live on @BBCOne Scotland & @BBCiPlayer ➡️ Preview: scotfa.co/haiscoprv #HAISCO | #FIFAWorldCup

‘You can’t choose where you are born but you can choose who you stand with’ - brilliant.

On Monday, I’ll be holding an advice surgery in Baillieston. If you’d like to book an appointment, please drop me an email: david.linden.msp@parliament.scot.

In an age of increasing AI slop and misinformation, reporting on local news really matters. Thanks to @journostacey and her team for keeping us updated on the stories that really get to the heart of life for us as Glaswegians.

🎂 Happy birthday to the @Glasgow_Times! 150 years young today. 🗞️ Nobody knows our city better.

Cotton Candy, Gummy Bears, Bubble Gum, Strawberry Kiwi and Vanilla Cupcake. All vape flavours. All indisputably marketed towards children. As we tighten up advertising, I believe it’s time for a moratorium on new vape shops being established within a certain radius of schools.

Yesterday I was honoured to have made my first speech as MSP for Glasgow Baillieston and Shettleston during the debate on Scotland’s National Health Service. It’s an honour to serve.