All articles written by Drew Hendry MP on PoliticsHome.com

04 May 2020 Coronavirus

Coronavirus bounce-back loan scheme will prove largely ineffective and costly to our economy

Loans will not save the economy, they won’t retain jobs in the medium to long term, and they won’t give families the security they need through this crisis.

28 Apr 2020 Coronavirus

Universal Credit has never been enough to support families, we need a universal basic income

When this pandemic ends, the economic recovery is going to be long and hard. A universal basic income will help settle economic stability and lead to increased spending in local economies, supporting businesses and communities.

05 Sep 2019 Communities

The Highlands and Islands deserve answers over post-Brexit funding

In the Highlands and Islands EU structural funds have been vital. As we get closer to a potential cliff-edge Brexit, the lack of details to allow communities to plan for the future is nothing short of alarming, writes Drew Hendry

05 Mar 2019 Defence

The tale of a Prime Minister, two Cabinet Secretaries, and a serving soldier’s heartbroken family – will common decency prevail?

As a serving soldier in 3 Scots stationed at Fort George, he has loyally served, becoming a British citizen, undertaking tours in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Cyprus. So why is the Home Office denying him reunification with his daughter? Drew Hendry MP writes.

09 May 2018 Economy

The government is failing miserably to look after those who most need our help

SNP MP Drew Hendry writes ahead of his Adjournment debate today on 'Universal credit and terminal illness.

24 Nov 2015 Environment

4.5 million low income households across the UK are facing fuel poverty

SNP MP Drew Hendry writes in advance of his debate on fuel poverty and calls on the Chancellor to spell out how the Government will reduce fuel poverty in the Comprehensive Spending Review.