Gary Bouse
Scottish National Party · Scotland
“One or two members may have heard of a thing called the Kelpies in Helix park and the Falkirk wheel, which is an amazing place to go. We also have secrets such as Callendar park. If members have been to Callendar house, they will know that it is a wonderful place, especially for an afternoon tea. I have been there many times.”
Scottish Parliament11 June 2026Source ↗
“The deep sense of community that I have today grew from those people helping people, and I see that sense of community across my constituency and throughout Scotland.”
Scottish Parliament11 June 2026Source ↗
“Congratulations on your election, Deputy Presiding Officer. Before I continue, I refer members to my entry in the register of members’ interests: I am a serving councillor in Falkirk.”
Scottish Parliament11 June 2026Source ↗
“In government, Michael Matheson made a hugely positive impact, introducing the world-leading domestic abuse legislation criminalising coercive and controlling behaviour, establishing self-directed support, renationalising Scotland’s railways and banning the display of cigarettes at the point of sale.”
Scottish Parliament11 June 2026Source ↗
“However, transforming our public sector requires partnership. As in business, we must ensure that resources are deployed effectively to produce the best possible results while reducing waste and duplication. Most important, we must ensure that services are fairly and appropriately financed in order to guarantee positive outcomes.”
Scottish Parliament11 June 2026Source ↗
“I urge the Government to take forward any action that will protect jobs, including in Falkirk West, where recent announcements of job losses at Alexander Dennis and Hescott Engineering have added further pressure to an already precarious situation.”
Scottish Parliament11 June 2026Source ↗