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International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Post-legislative scrutiny (PLS) is a useful tool for understanding how laws benefit people.
MSP @_MWhitfield and Jennie Chinembiri from @ScotParl shared insights about PLS with Nepali federal and provincial assembly members.
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International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
This year over two billion voters will go to the polls. Join @Jackson_Carlaw to discuss the implications for geopolitics and international relations with:
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ALT A sign stuck on a door saying 'Polling station', with the Festival of Politics logo and event details, Elections in 50 countries. Fri 23 Aug, 1:15pm - 2:45pm
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
‘The relationship between Scotland and Quebec is very important,’ says @NathalieRoyPres President of the National Assembly of Quebec @AssnatQc.
We reflect on what was discussed during her recent visit to @scotparl and the bond between Quebec and Scotland. @SP_IntRelations
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Merci à Mme @ElinCeredigion, présidente du @SeneddWales et à Mme Alison Johnstone (@POScotParl), présidente du @ScotParl, de nous avoir accueillis dans le cadre de rencontres bilatérales afin d’approfondir nos connaissances sur les défis que nous partageons. ⚜️🏴🏴
#assnat
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
A pleasure to welcome @NathalieRoyPres of @AssnatQc and her delegation to @scotparl.
An opportunity to discuss areas of common interest between Scotland and Quebec, to learn from each other and to continue to grow the valued relationship between our institutions.
ALT President Natalie Roy, standing, being welcomed to Holyrood's chamber by MSPs.
ALT President Nathalie Roy, seated, signing the visitors book at Holyrood. Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone, standing. Scotland and Quebec flags behind. Pictured in the Dewar Room at the Scottish Parliament.
ALT President Nathalie Roy, left, being met at the gates to the Scottish Parliament.
ALT Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone left, shaking hands with President Nathalie Roy of Quebec. Flags behind.
It was great to welcome HE Antonio Patriota @BrazilEmbassyUK to Parliament this week! Did you know that the first football league in Brazil, Campeonato Paulista, was founded by Charles Miller, the son of a Scottish railway engineer? 🏴🇧🇷
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
A pleasure to welcome Ambassador Antonio Patriota of @BrazilEmbassyUK on his first official visit to @Scotparl.
Last night, Deputy Presiding Officer @Liam4Orkney attended Scotland’s first Faroese Flag Day Celebration. 🏴🇫🇴 It was great to meet Deputy Prime Minister Høgni Hoydal and guests from the Faroe Islands and speak about our many commonalities. We are looking forward to next year!
Did you know that on 12-13 September 2023, the Presidium of the Faroe Islands Parliament (the Løgting) visited the Scottish Parliament? They met with @POScotParl and Members, to discuss shared topics like healthcare, public engagement and rural connectivity.
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Delighted to welcome Greg Piper MP, Speaker of @NSWParlLA yesterday, discussing topics including parliamentary scrutiny, voting systems and equal representation.
Today we welcomed the Hon. Greg Piper MP, Speaker of @NSWParlLA, to @ScotParl. Discussions included the work of the Financial Scrutiny Unit and Participation and Communities Team, as well as the Code of Conduct for Members.
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Earlier this week I had the pleasure to welcome back EU Ambassador to the UK @PedroSerranoEU to @scotparl.
DPO @aewing4Cbeath will take on co-chairing duties at the 66th plenary of @BritishIrishPA in Wicklow later this afternoon. With a focus on tourism, Assembly members will hear from a variety of speakers including new Taoiseach @SimonHarrisTD . #BIPA
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Here's the line-up for our 66th plenary kicking off in Wicklow on Monday morning.
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International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Tomorrow, new Taoiseach @SimonHarrisTD will address the 66th plenary of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly in Wicklow.
#BIPA 🇬🇧🤝🇮🇪
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International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
Great to see #Commonwealth Parliamentary connections in action
🇨🇦 British Columbia @BCLegSpeaker Raj Chouhan & Clerk Kate Ryan-Lloyd welcome 🏴 @POScotParl Alison Johnstone & 3 MSPs on a bilateral visit
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ALT The Presiding Officers of the British Columbia Legislative Assembly and the Scottish Parliament meet in Victoria joined by other MSPs and the Clerk of the BC Legislature.
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
As @EvelynTweedSNP @mgoldenmsp @michaeljmarra and I depart, I'd like to thank @BCLegSpeaker and everyone at @BCLegislature.
Lots to reflect upon and to help inform our work at @scotparl.
International Relations – Scottish Parliament retweeted
CPA news: Seminar on Budget Scrutiny & Oversight for staff at @ParliamentofMw 🇲🇼 provides skills on effective scrutiny
Experts from @ScotParl & UK @HouseofCommons joined the seminar delivered as part of ongoing CPA work upskilling the Legislature
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cpahq.org/news/2024_04-malaw…
ALT Participants at the CPA Seminar on Budget Scrutiny and Oversight for parliamentary staff were welcomed by the First Deputy Speaker of the Malawi Parliament, Hon. Madalitso Kazombo.