McMillan Shocked by Labour MSP's Comments to 'Limit' Public Benefits

Stuart McMillan MSP, (SNP) has today (Thursday) highlighted his shock at Labour MSP David Whitton's comments which allude to possibly limiting public benefits such as free prescriptions and free concessionary travel. Mr McMillan was raising a question with the Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney MSP on the issue of funding for the West of Scotland region, when he also highlighted Mr Whitton's comments.

Mr McMillan said;

"I was shocked to learn that Labour's David Whitton MSP appears to be suggesting limiting free prescriptions, free concessionary travel and free school meals.

"This would adversely affect many people in Inverclyde and across the whole of Scotland whose lives we should be trying to improve during these difficult economic times.

"I believe it's vital we continue to invest in frontline services and make sure areas such as education, health and policing are protected. The Scottish Government's Economic Recovery Plan has strengthened education and skills and also helped thousands of Scots gain meaningful employment.

"Further cuts to the Scottish budget from Westminster will only serve to damage the proactive work of the Scottish Government to create a healthier, safer and wealthier country and jeopardise services for people in Inverclyde such as free prescriptions and free concessionary travel."