Dr Scott Arthur MP (Edinburgh South West) 🌍🌈🌹
@drscottarthurmp.bsky.social
1. Scottish Labour MP for Edinburgh South West.
2. Civil Engineer
3. Parkrunner.
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2. Civil Engineer
3. Parkrunner.
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Great work from our the local police in Edinburgh South West - 13 men aged between 18 and 45 were charged with road traffic offences, including no insurance, no licence and no helmets.
More of this please!
Full story here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
More of this please!
Full story here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
November 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Great work from our the local police in Edinburgh South West - 13 men aged between 18 and 45 were charged with road traffic offences, including no insurance, no licence and no helmets.
More of this please!
Full story here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
More of this please!
Full story here: www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinbur...
Best seat on the bus.
November 24, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Best seat on the bus.
This is a key event in Edinburgh focused on driving progress in brain tumour / cancer treatment – both here in Scotland and across the UK.
This is more than a discussion; it’s an opportunity for Scotland to lead the way in improving outcomes and supporting vital research.
This is more than a discussion; it’s an opportunity for Scotland to lead the way in improving outcomes and supporting vital research.
November 23, 2025 at 4:26 PM
This is a key event in Edinburgh focused on driving progress in brain tumour / cancer treatment – both here in Scotland and across the UK.
This is more than a discussion; it’s an opportunity for Scotland to lead the way in improving outcomes and supporting vital research.
This is more than a discussion; it’s an opportunity for Scotland to lead the way in improving outcomes and supporting vital research.
In the room were am incredible group of stakeholders, including MPs, BBFC, Internet Watch Foundation, NSPCC, Lucy Faithfull Foundation, Internet Matters, and the Marie Collins Foundation. Together, we’re working towards a safer digital world for every child. 🌍💻
November 19, 2025 at 7:10 PM
In the room were am incredible group of stakeholders, including MPs, BBFC, Internet Watch Foundation, NSPCC, Lucy Faithfull Foundation, Internet Matters, and the Marie Collins Foundation. Together, we’re working towards a safer digital world for every child. 🌍💻
✅ Today, I had the privilege of hosting an important meeting with Illuminate Tech to dive into the Online Safety Act and explore how Ofcom’s approach, if it gets it right, can truly deliver on its promise to protect children from online harm.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:10 PM
✅ Today, I had the privilege of hosting an important meeting with Illuminate Tech to dive into the Online Safety Act and explore how Ofcom’s approach, if it gets it right, can truly deliver on its promise to protect children from online harm.
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Many thanks to the MoD - today they let me inspect a Windracers ULTRA MK2 dual-use heavy-lift drone.
This is used in Ukraine 🇺🇦 (it flies autonomously), and has landed on a Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier - HMS Prince of Wales.
It is Incredible, and is UK designed and built. 🇬🇧
This is used in Ukraine 🇺🇦 (it flies autonomously), and has landed on a Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier - HMS Prince of Wales.
It is Incredible, and is UK designed and built. 🇬🇧
November 18, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Many thanks to the MoD - today they let me inspect a Windracers ULTRA MK2 dual-use heavy-lift drone.
This is used in Ukraine 🇺🇦 (it flies autonomously), and has landed on a Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier - HMS Prince of Wales.
It is Incredible, and is UK designed and built. 🇬🇧
This is used in Ukraine 🇺🇦 (it flies autonomously), and has landed on a Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier - HMS Prince of Wales.
It is Incredible, and is UK designed and built. 🇬🇧
Good news - Edinburgh South West has just landed £376,086 in funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Networking Key Services Ltd. - £19,875 grant.
FOUR SQUARE (SCOTLAND) - £152,125 grant.
The Welcoming Association - £189,086 grant.
Rare-Breed Men Tribe (SCIO) - £6,000 grant.
Networking Key Services Ltd. - £19,875 grant.
FOUR SQUARE (SCOTLAND) - £152,125 grant.
The Welcoming Association - £189,086 grant.
Rare-Breed Men Tribe (SCIO) - £6,000 grant.
November 18, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Good news - Edinburgh South West has just landed £376,086 in funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Networking Key Services Ltd. - £19,875 grant.
FOUR SQUARE (SCOTLAND) - £152,125 grant.
The Welcoming Association - £189,086 grant.
Rare-Breed Men Tribe (SCIO) - £6,000 grant.
Networking Key Services Ltd. - £19,875 grant.
FOUR SQUARE (SCOTLAND) - £152,125 grant.
The Welcoming Association - £189,086 grant.
Rare-Breed Men Tribe (SCIO) - £6,000 grant.
It was lovely to end my afternoon with a cup of tea and a chat with friends at Best Bib N Tucker CiC in Firrhill. It sounds like 2026 will be a big year them, and I look forward to seeing (and supporting) them go from strength to strength.
November 15, 2025 at 6:19 PM
It was lovely to end my afternoon with a cup of tea and a chat with friends at Best Bib N Tucker CiC in Firrhill. It sounds like 2026 will be a big year them, and I look forward to seeing (and supporting) them go from strength to strength.
Yesterday evening, I was deeply honoured to receive @sarcoma.org.uk's “Shining Star” award, recognising my office's commitment to advancing research and improving care for sarcoma patients since my election in July 2024.
November 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Yesterday evening, I was deeply honoured to receive @sarcoma.org.uk's “Shining Star” award, recognising my office's commitment to advancing research and improving care for sarcoma patients since my election in July 2024.
It was lovely to take part in the Edinburgh Diwali Parade today - it was a brilliant fusion on Indian, South American and Scottish culture.
November 2, 2025 at 8:55 PM
It was lovely to take part in the Edinburgh Diwali Parade today - it was a brilliant fusion on Indian, South American and Scottish culture.
Exciting times for Edinburgh South West! The renewables sector here is booming, and with the right push from the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy, we can turbocharge this growth and lead the way in clean energy jobs and innovation. Let’s make it happen!
November 1, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Exciting times for Edinburgh South West! The renewables sector here is booming, and with the right push from the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy, we can turbocharge this growth and lead the way in clean energy jobs and innovation. Let’s make it happen!
This week, I spent time with the Chair of Radiotherapy UK, Prof Pat Price, to talk about a crisis that can’t be ignored: cancer waiting times in Scotland are at their worst on record. Patients deserve better. The SNP must step up & publish a fully funded cancer plan. Every delay costs lives.
November 1, 2025 at 7:34 AM
This week, I spent time with the Chair of Radiotherapy UK, Prof Pat Price, to talk about a crisis that can’t be ignored: cancer waiting times in Scotland are at their worst on record. Patients deserve better. The SNP must step up & publish a fully funded cancer plan. Every delay costs lives.
The £10 billion Norway frigate deal was just the start - this £8 billion deal with Turkey benefits NATO, and jobs in Edinburgh.
More deals with other nations are in the pipeline.
Details - www.gov.uk/government/n...
More deals with other nations are in the pipeline.
Details - www.gov.uk/government/n...
October 27, 2025 at 4:40 PM
The £10 billion Norway frigate deal was just the start - this £8 billion deal with Turkey benefits NATO, and jobs in Edinburgh.
More deals with other nations are in the pipeline.
Details - www.gov.uk/government/n...
More deals with other nations are in the pipeline.
Details - www.gov.uk/government/n...
Best seat on the bus!
October 27, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Best seat on the bus!
🪔 Wishing a joyful Diwali to all my friends and constituents celebrating today.
May the festival of lights brighten your homes with happiness, prosperity, and peace - and may its spirit of togetherness and hope shine throughout the year.
May the festival of lights brighten your homes with happiness, prosperity, and peace - and may its spirit of togetherness and hope shine throughout the year.
October 20, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🪔 Wishing a joyful Diwali to all my friends and constituents celebrating today.
May the festival of lights brighten your homes with happiness, prosperity, and peace - and may its spirit of togetherness and hope shine throughout the year.
May the festival of lights brighten your homes with happiness, prosperity, and peace - and may its spirit of togetherness and hope shine throughout the year.
Best seat on the bus!
October 20, 2025 at 7:09 AM
Best seat on the bus!
Best seat on the bus!
October 18, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Best seat on the bus!
Today I joined the fantastic people from Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildfife Park to release a vulnerable species into the Pentland Hills...
October 17, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Today I joined the fantastic people from Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildfife Park to release a vulnerable species into the Pentland Hills...
If you're looking for something to do during the October break, the Water of Leith Walkway is always a great choice — especially the Colinton Tunnel!
October 12, 2025 at 6:07 PM
If you're looking for something to do during the October break, the Water of Leith Walkway is always a great choice — especially the Colinton Tunnel!
5:48am - Getting the first train from London back to Edinburgh.
October 10, 2025 at 4:48 AM
5:48am - Getting the first train from London back to Edinburgh.
Job done.
October 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Job done.
My day began with a meeting with Laurene from the Lothian Association of Youth Clubs. We discussed the gaps in after-school club provision in Edinburgh South West and explored ways we can collaborate to improve the situation.
Watch this space!
Watch this space!
October 8, 2025 at 9:48 AM
My day began with a meeting with Laurene from the Lothian Association of Youth Clubs. We discussed the gaps in after-school club provision in Edinburgh South West and explored ways we can collaborate to improve the situation.
Watch this space!
Watch this space!
After being out all night with her pals.
October 8, 2025 at 9:32 AM
After being out all night with her pals.
It was fantastic to take part in this panel at our Liverpool conference - I have never regretted choosing to be an engineer when I left school, and the profession still has huge opportunities for our young people.
See - www.imeche.org/news/news-ar...
See - www.imeche.org/news/news-ar...
October 4, 2025 at 6:50 AM
It was fantastic to take part in this panel at our Liverpool conference - I have never regretted choosing to be an engineer when I left school, and the profession still has huge opportunities for our young people.
See - www.imeche.org/news/news-ar...
See - www.imeche.org/news/news-ar...
It was a pleasure to welcome Louise Sandher-Jones MP to Edinburgh South West today. Louise served as an Army Intelligence Officer, and is a veteran of the War in Afghanistan. She now holds the position of Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Veterans and People. She is ideal for the job.
October 3, 2025 at 3:20 PM
It was a pleasure to welcome Louise Sandher-Jones MP to Edinburgh South West today. Louise served as an Army Intelligence Officer, and is a veteran of the War in Afghanistan. She now holds the position of Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Veterans and People. She is ideal for the job.