Kate Forbes MSP
@_KateForbes
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Deputy First Minister, Cabinet Secretary for Economy & Gaelic, MSP for Skye, Lochaber & Badenoch
Dingwall, Scotland
Joined June 2015
During a visit to the @EdinUni_IGC Deputy First Minister @_kateforbes announced 18 university projects across Scotland will share £2.95 million in funding to turn research into real-world impact. Read more: https://t.co/bvbUEdNFxg
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I remain wholly supportive of @JohnSwinney and I look forward to campaigning for @theSNP at the next election, to lead Scotland to independence.
After careful thought over recess, I’ve decided not to seek re-election to @scotparl next year. I’ve written to the First Minister this morning 👇🏽 I will continue to serve the First Minister, the Government and my constituents to the best of my ability until May 2026.
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After careful thought over recess, I’ve decided not to seek re-election to @scotparl next year. I’ve written to the First Minister this morning 👇🏽 I will continue to serve the First Minister, the Government and my constituents to the best of my ability until May 2026.
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Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes visited Member business #BlackIsleBerries today, for a tour & chat about the agritourism & farm retail enterprise discussing the business history, seasonality, seasonal staff, sourcing stock & business growth & funding amongst other topics 🍓
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First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Skye ahead of this week's Eilean a' Cheò by-election. Vote SNP and elect Màrtainn Mac a' Bhàillidh, this Thursday, 19th June.
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Was great to bump into @Martainn_84 and the @theSNP campaign team this afternoon in Portree, Skye was great to see @JohnSwinney & @_KateForbes also. Good luck on Thursday @Martainn_84 🤞 #VoteSNP
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Delighted to have support from @JohnSwinney & @_KateForbes today in #Portree! Air mo dhòigh taic fhaighinn bho Iain Swinney & Ceit Fhoirbheis an-diugh am Port Rìgh! Vote @theSNP this Thursday 19th June! #VoteSNP #EileanaCheò #IsleOfSkye #BhòtPNA
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Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes outlined steps within the Scottish Languages Bill to grow Gaelic and Scots on a visit to a Gaelic school in #Inverness. The Bill would enable parents to ask for a Gaelic school to be established in their area. ➡️ https://t.co/r84Ij7h2C6
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Deputy First Minister @_kateforbes opened Aurora Energy’s Renewable Energy Training Centre in Inverness. The centre, supported by @HIEScotland & @thebankscot, will enable a multi-skilled workforce as Scotland moves towards net zero. More ➡️ https://t.co/rw2Rl7ObMO
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Great to have @_KateForbes supporting us on the doorsteps in Broadford today! Taing mhòr to everyone voting Màrtainn Mac a' Bhàillidh, @theSNP, No. 1 on Thursday 19th of June! #VoteSNP #bhòtpna #EileanaCheò #isleofskye #ActiveSNP #eileansgitheanach
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In Broadford this morning, to support @Martainn_84 who will do a fantastic job representing Eilean a’ Cheò in the upcoming Skye by-election.
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Out on the doors to get the vote out in Hamilton Stonehouse and Larkhall wilth @_KateForbes @ChrisStephens . There’s still time for you to vote for @KatyLoudonSNP and stop Farage, but more importantly, make sure we are governing for all of Scotland 🏴
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.@scotgov is investing in entrepreneurs and building an economy rooted in innovation, talent and opportunity. In @ScotParl, Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes outlined how the Scottish Government is leading the charge to make the country a top start-up nation.
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"It means higher wages, it means thriving high streets, it means strong public services and the elimination of child poverty." DFM @_KateForbes stressed the importance of private investment during a speech at @AdamSmithHouse in Edinburgh. 👉 https://t.co/CoLbrPc2bF
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The SRC were delighted to welcome Deputy FM @_KateForbes to a roundtable they hosted with @BurnessPaullDR. 🤝 The discussion covered the #trading environment, economic growth and commercial investment, cost of living, skills, crime against retailers and tax free shopping. 💬
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Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes announced £2 million for the construction of a new Gaelic primary school in #Glasgow. She met pupils and the headteacher on a visit to the site of the school to learn what it will mean for them. ➡️ https://t.co/v2Tz9DtsfB
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At Panmure House in Edinburgh, Scotland’s Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes has announced a £24m port investment and called for more private #investment in Scotland 🏴 More here: https://t.co/SaUQNpRF2t
#HeriotWattUni @AdamSmithHouse @EBS_GLOBAL @scotgov #netzero #inclusion
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Really fantastic visiting Probe Test Solutions this afternoon with @_KateForbes. Fascinating to see cutting edge technology developed right here in Hamilton, and loved seeing the space they’ve set aside for local community groups!
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Thadhail an Leas-Phrìomh Mhinistear @_KateForbes air làrach togail bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig ùr ann an #Glaschu còmhla ri sgoilearan agus an ceannard. Dh’fhoillsich i maoineachadh @scotgov de £2 millean gus an togalach ath-uidheamachadh agus a leudachadh. ➡️ https://t.co/v2Tz9DtsfB
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Deputy First Minister @_kateforbes has announced £2.2 million for chemicals firm @Syngenta, creating almost 40 new jobs. She said its manufacturing plant expansion reflects @scotgov's vision of a sustainable future for Grangemouth. Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/zh9L1fAcXY
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