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Bill Kidd MSP wears it pink in support of Breast Cancer Now
Bill added a splash of pink to his usual Holyrood attire to raise awareness of breast cancer and to encourage Scots to support Breast Cancer Now’s wear it pink, which will take place on Friday 18 October to raise vital funds for world-class breast cancer research and life-changing support.
Bill was joined by other parliamentarians in Holyrood this week, to raise awareness of breast cancer, and learn more about breast cancer in Scotland, focusing on the need for the Scottish Government to deliver their commitments in its Cancer Strategy and Action Plan.
The campaign is calling for constituents in Anniesland to join them as well as thousands of others across the UK to sign up and take part in wear it pink which takes place during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Anyone can take part in wear it pink, whether at school, work or at home. All you need to do is wear something pink, or hold a pink themed event, and donate to Breast Cancer Now to help the charity achieve its vision that by 2050 everyone diagnosed with breast cancer lives, and is supported to live well.
Bill said:
““Every 10 minutes, someone in the UK hears the words “you have breast cancer”. It’s the most common cancer in the UK. Each year around 11,500 women and 85 men lose their lives to the disease. That’s why I’m so passionate about encouraging everyone in Anniesland to take part in wear it pink day on Friday 18 October.
“Wear it pink is a great way to come together with friends and family to have fun whilst raising money for Breast Cancer Now’s world-class research and life-changing support. As you can see from my photograph, all it takes is an additional splash of pink to your normal outfit!
“I am proud to raise awareness of the impact of the disease locally, and to support and advocate for Breast Cancer Now’s research. Breast cancer affects so many people so I hope that everybody in will get involved this October and support this very important cause by signing up at wear it pink.”
To take part in wear it pink this October, please visit wearitpink.org https://wearitpink.org/2018mpfor further details and fundraising ideas.
WELCOME BOOST FOR SOCIAL SECURITY SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES
Bill has welcomed the news that the SNP Scottish Government will enshrine in law the requirement to increase social security payments each year in line with inflation.
In the last year the Scottish Government provided £370 million to uprate payments - £5 million above the amount required in statute – and by making this a legal duty it guarantees that support like the winter heating payments receive a financial boost – especially while the UK Labour government cuts winter fuel payments.
Commenting, SNP Bill Kidd MSP said:
“Scotland’s social security system – which is rooted in dignity, fairness and respect – has been truly transformational for so many families across Anniesland.
“As we build on this progress, it’s crucial we maintain the value of the fourteen payments which are estimated to be keeping 100,000 children out of poverty.
“This legal duty will bring us closer to achieving the First Minister’s goal of ending child poverty while ensuring we continue to do what we can to protect families in Anniesland from continued Westminster austerity.
BILL KIDD MSP WARNS OF LOOMING DEADLINE FOR WINTER FUEL PAYMENT
Bill Kidd SNP MSP has encouraged those across Glasgow Anniesland who have not already applied for pension credit to do so by 22nd September to ensure they receive the Winter Fuel Payment this year.
Across the UK, 37% of those eligible do not claim pension credit, which is now a prerequisite for receiving the Winter Fuel Payment of £300 after the UK Labour government cut its universal provision as part of its austerity agenda.
16th – 22nd September 2024 is qualifying week for those who are eligible for the payment this year, however over 800,000 pensioners across Scotland are now set to lose out.
Commenting, Bill Kidd MSP said:
“The abhorrent decision by the Labour UK government to cut the Winter Fuel payment has put thousands of pensioners in an unimaginable situation.
“As a result, far too many will miss out on the payment altogether whilst some who are eligible are also in danger of missing out.
“The SNP are clear: this is a cruel and inexplicable decision by the Labour government that leaves pensioners across Glasgow Anniesland out in the cold.
“If you have not already done so, please, pleas check your eligibility and apply for pension credit by the end of this week to ensure you don’t miss out on vital support this winter.”
Citizens Advice, Drumchapel Money Advice and Kingsway Community Connections amongst others will be happy to assist you confirm your eligibility and apply.
https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment/how-much-youll-get
Pension credit, a payment administered by the UK government, is available to all those over the age of 66 and tops up weekly income to £218.15, or £332.95 if you have a partner.
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Bill is MSP for Glasgow Anniesland.
His major political interests are the development of policies to eradicate poverty, job creation, housing policy and an end to the nuclear power and weapons programmes of successive British Governments.