A Central Scotland MSP has highlighted the ongoing economic support being provided by the UK Government through the furlough scheme.
Graham Simpson, a Scottish Conservative and Unionist representative, says this shows the Westminster Government is “continuing to step up at every turn to protect vital jobs and livelihoods in Lanarkshire as restrictions continue to ease”.
Mr Simpson says the furlough scheme, alongside other economic support, has shown the strength of the United Kingdom during a time in crisis.
He said: “Ever since the pandemic began, the UK Government’s furlough scheme has stepped up to protect vital jobs and livelihoods in Lanarkshire.
“While the extraordinary success of the UK Government’s vaccination scheme means we are looking towards the end of the health crisis, we are facing a looming economic crisis.
“That is why it is so important the furlough scheme was extended until the end of September by the UK Government.
“The furlough scheme, alongside support for the self-employed and billions worth of business loans has shown the strength of pooling our resources together across the United Kingdom in a time of crisis.
“Sadly, SNP ministers have been too slow throughout this crisis in delivering vital funding to businesses.
“All our focus must be on our recovery and rebuilding our communities in Lanarkshire, rather than obsessing over another referendum.”
