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Ian Murray MP

Ian Murray MP

@IanMurrayMP

Labour MP for Edinburgh South and Shadow Secretary of State for Scotland

Labour Considering Cross-Department Ministers To Act As Scotland's 'Window To The World'
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Labour Considering Cross-Department Ministers To Act As Scotland's "Window To The World"
Shadow Scotland Secretary Ian Murray has said Labour is considering introducing cross-departmental Scotland ministers to reform how Scotland is represented across the UK Government, as the party works to finalise its general election manifesto.
Labour Is Braced For The Prospect Of A “Game-Changer” By-Election In Scotland
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Labour Is Braced For The Prospect Of A “Game-Changer” By-Election In Scotland
A Scottish by-election that could be triggered by standards committee sanctions against MP Margaret Ferrier would be a "game-changer" for Labour, according to the party's only Westminster MP in the country.
Scots want a path through this pandemic, not a path to separation
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By Ian Murray MP
Scots want a path through this pandemic, not a path to separation
There is no appetite for another Scottish Independence referendum whilst we deal with the devastating impact of Covid-19. That’s why Labour is focused on jobs, jobs, jobs – not borders, flags and currencies.
Angela Rayner sees off rivals to become Labour’s new deputy leader
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Angela Rayner sees off rivals to become Labour’s new deputy leader
Angela Rayner has been elected the new deputy leader of the Labour Party.
Fantasy plans to hold ballots on military action will not help Labour win back power
Defence
By Ian Murray MP
Fantasy plans to hold ballots on military action will not help Labour win back power

Labour's response to the mistakes made at the time of the Iraq War must not be to indulge in fantasy politics

I've beaten the odds all my life, now I want to help Labour do the same
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By Ian Murray MP
I've beaten the odds all my life, now I want to help Labour do the same

Labour will only win again if it stops dwelling on the past and instead looks to the future, says Labour deputy leadership candidate Ian Murray MP.
Row over Labour's independence policy is an unnecessary distraction
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By Ian Murray MP
Row over Labour's independence policy is an unnecessary distraction

John McDonnell should stop freelancing and stick to Labour's agreed policy on a second Scottish referendum, argues Ian Murray MP.
Political earthquake leaves The Gambia at a crossroads
Foreign affairs
By Ian Murray MP
Political earthquake leaves The Gambia at a crossroads

The Gambia has new politicians and a public that sees the potential of a fresh start for their country, says Ian Murray MP.
We are leaving the European Union, but let’s not throw the chicken out with the chlorinated bathwater
Brexit
By Ian Murray MP
We are leaving the European Union, but let’s not throw the chicken out with the chlorinated bathwater

Is the Government really so desperate for post-Brexit trade deals that they will willingly sacrifice key public protections, asks Ian Murray MP.
We must honour Gordon Aikman's legacy by continuing his MND campaign
Health
By Ian Murray MP
We must honour Gordon Aikman's legacy by continuing his MND campaign

Ian Murray MP pays tribute to Motor Neurone Disease (MND) campaigner, Gordon Aikman in an Adjournment debate today.
More transparency needed over Scotland finance deal
Economy
By Ian Murray MP
More transparency needed over Scotland finance deal
Shadow Scotland Secretary Ian Murray argues Scotland's finance deal could be "on the rocks" and should be laid out in the open.