Christine Comizio Jan. 20, 2023. . Born in Staffordshire, England, and raised in Edinburgh, Scotland, she attended the University of Edinburgh and Moray House College of Education. Information about committees and records of all debates, questions and answers. I couldnt concentrate on what she was saying because I was so distracted by the eye-lashes. Exactly the same as the wummin oan her wedding night said tae her man efter seein him naked for the first time, Willie Jay says: That the COPFS only intention on this was to protect the identity of the accuser is simply not credible. I am no fan of Liam Fox, but if you cpompare this with the skitter we have listened to today by Sturgeon and Wolffe, I think it is obvious that there will be a change soon at Holyrood. Although it was undoubtedly a skirmish, we can tell that neither Sturgeon or Wolffe are confident. I have been privileged to represent the people of Midlothian and the Borders for 22 years in the Scottish Parliament. If you have nothing to hide, you have nothing to fear. If you're a constituent who'd like to raise an issue please email christine.grahame.msp@parliament.scot Galashiels, Scotland christinegrahame.com Joined January 2019 0 Following 924 Followers Tweets Tweets & replies Media Likes @CGrahameMSP hasn't Tweeted Think about it. Real professionals! As a member of 30 years standing, I cant quite believe Im saying that. If you want justice in this country fuck lawyers, HIRED THUGS are cheaper, more reliable, and amazingly, more honest. When they are right, they are right. Real professionals know how to lie and accept lies properly. In the background Liam Fox and the Tories are talking about intervening. Thank you. To the need for a genuine separation of powers. Twitter. Thanks again, Al-Stuart for cutting through the usual crap and exposing a poor wee lassie with problems as being another chancer in the SNP premier league. Above looks interesting , is the press turning? They want to support their sister. Couldnt be bothered with what I know is going to be shite spouting all the way. Her first name is "Christine" and her last name is . From his performance today, I suspect he did not approve the letter, and he knows he is in jeopardy. Nicky Dreghorn, watching you slander Alex Salmond on your nightly Covid TV With Nicola programme, you actually make me feel physically sick. The encouraging thing was that Ruth Davidson called for a judge-led criminal inquiry in to this shambolic affair. [1] Her nomination was confirmed by the Scottish Parliament on 1 June 2016. I have seen the backbenchers being less rebellious over the 15 years across all parties, absolutely. At the 1999 Scottish Parliament election she ran for the Tweeddale, Ettrick and Lauderdale constituency. Grahame ran for Depute Leader of the Scottish National Party in the 2004 leadership election, but was defeated by Nicola Sturgeon. Christina R. Graham (Pitts) is a Family Nurse Practitioner in Farmville, VA. . The Lord Advocate sound an old and honourable title. Christine Grahame (Midlothian South, Tweeddale and Lauderdale) (SNP): Official Report: what was said in Parliament, Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs), Scottish National Party Leadership Election, Scotlands Hospitality and Brewing Sector, Local Government Finance (Scotland) Order 2023 [draft], Eddleston Water Project Named UNESCO Ecohydrology Demonstration Site, Congratulations to John McOwan, Chevalier (Knight) of the Legion dHonneur, Asda Extends Cost of Living Support in Cafs and Blue Light Discount, Penicuik Athletic and Football Strips for Malawi. She cannot help it and it is difficult to treat. Shall I withdraw my apologies about her? You know, our marvellous First Minister is obsessed with bringing more women into Scottish politics. It is my understanding that the current Loard Advocate apologised for the Malicious Prosecutions fiasco, even though he inhereted the mess from the previous Lord Advocate, who got promoted for it, or something like that! There are new readers here, brought by MSM mentions, who arent aware of whats been going on over the past few years. Its a trait she kept up on her return to university in the early 80s, this time approaching forty and with two young children at home. Unless of course he happens to be only the figurehead of COPFS but not the real head. Dont forget this guys responsible for several failed malicious (declared so by a judge) prosecutions which cost this country millions. Please dont hesitate to get in touch with me whether you have an issue, a question or even a suggestion you would like to put to me. Those senior prosecutors have also ignored Lady Dorrians ruling. This website contains useful information including details on how to contact me as well as local surveys and information. Mist001 says: She can really be really effective when she needs to. At the forefront of the backlash are to be newly empowered minority groups set-upon by right-wing white heterosexual males, who as well as being the key to OWNING the streets (the roots of any fledgling dictatorship) are themselves being mass emasculated to simultaneously make them more susceptible to State and societal subservience; which upon #ToryAnalyticas own militarisation trigger #OpFukuglaschu was (is) in the process of guilt-shaming demoralised and depressed young men to be handed their #PatrioticPoverty purpose on a plate and *channelled* to find their meaning in an #AusterityArmy uniform in order to begin the mobilisation of a truly global, 21st century fascism. So sad that some people here are crossing the line in what they post. I know people who feel differently in different political parties about issues which their party has taken a line [on] but they dont speak out and thats a problem.. Just saw this on ywitter from Ms Spear, Jaclyn McGowan faked pregnancy after one-night stand. In the criminal trial, Ms Hs testimony was trashed because two defence witnesses testified that she wasnt at the dinner, after which the alleged offence took place. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. She contested Tweeddale, Ettrick and Lauderdale at the 2003 and 2007 elections, coming within 1,000 votes of victory on both occasions and being subsequently elected on the regional South of Scotland list. So I did., Holyrood provides comprehensive coverage of Scottish politics, offering award-winning reporting and analysis: Subscribe, Read the most recent article written by - Time for Michael Matheson to live up to his motto of smart on crime, Stay in the know with our fortnightly magazine, Registered in England & Wales under No. Ultimately, it is for the parliamentary authorities to determine what they may lawfully publish within the bounds of the order laid down by the court. We know they were betrayed by their sister, Leslie Evans, who took the material direct to the Crown Agent against their explicit wishes. As a witness Ive been examined, and cross examined, on a number of occasions during jury trials. The Salmond scandal as the Brit Nat Press and Media calls it is now exploding all over English TV. Crown Office ordered to release evidence of Alex Salmond conspiracy Given that that article has been up since 15 January and is still up, and that it is essentially Mr Salmonds submission, can the Lord Advocate perhaps advise what has changed in the Crown Office? TNS2019 says: 24 February, 2021 at 5:37 pm Democracy is fragile. She later divorced and reverted to her maiden name. Paul Wynn Jan. 12, 2023. The harrassment enquiry was the lead item on ITV news at 10 tonight. Im sure Mzzzzzz Sturgeon would agree. They oppose the proposed HCB, TRA extremism and self ID, they want immediate action on independence. This is only the 2nd time Ive watched James Wolfe speak in parliament, the first time was when Ken McIntosh questioned the competence of parliament to pass a bill, I cant remember what bill it was, something to do with the Continuity bill, Its hard to believe that same articulate, congenial, knowledgeable appearing man, is the same contemptuous bumbling wreck in that video at the top of this page. This website contains useful information including details on how to contact me as well as local surveys and information. I just keep thinking, this must go deeper and be more insidious than we think, for them to keep digging the hole deeper, and deeper. Christine is a 1983 horror film directed by John Carpenter based on the Stephen King novel of the same name. It is not a universal feature, though, she suggests. We know this because this is what she said to the court. Mrs. Christine E. Graham Sunset: March 22, 2022 God . After her visit, she told the press: "I found it quite upsetting. There is no question now but we are in a major constitutional crisis. Now those responsible for applying that kind of pressure to someone who served their country with verve and skill, these people finally are being seem for what they are and what they tried to do i.e. We appear to be living in a Sturgeonian dystopia where her popularity insulates her from scrutiny. Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, Result 84 for, 4 against, 30 abstained, 11 did not vote, See all of Christine Grahame votes in Parliament. Under the public interest defence? Find out how to adopt this simple step into your daily oral health regimen. Stand Fast! J. Hillis Miller Health Center is part of the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics industry, and located in Florida, United States. Scot Finlayson says: It doesnt augur well for the perspicacity of the parliament or its committee that no-one asked the killer question: By insisting on post publication redaction of paragraphs which name only one woman other than the FM, will the professional and independent law officer involved, who allegedly acted without the approval of the Lord Advocate, be prosecuted for contempt of court by effectively identifying a complainant? No worries it was obvious you were not aware, so happy to help. I have it on impeccable authority that she was not merely not a very good lawyer, she was absolutely dire, almost unemployable; probably another reason that she hates Joanna Cherry. But I am absolutely more convinced than ever that there has been a miscarriage of justice. Al-Stuart, others have stated upthread that Christine Grahame has benign essential tremor. Wonder if he made a mistake there somehow. As for covert operatives, the case of Mark Kennedy comes to mind. [24] In July 2009, Grahame snubbed Elizabeth II by checking her e-mails rather than attending the royal speech at Holyrood to mark the tenth anniversary of Scottish devolution. Very badly reported as Salmond v Sturgeon of course. Or is it? Grahame was the SNP's candidate for Tweeddale, Ettrick and Lauderdale in the 1992 UK General election, but failed to win the seat. At Westminster, its normal to have some backbenchers, particularly ex-Cabinet ministers who become real bombshells when thrown, so I think it is very important to do that. It can be strange, what you find on Tinternet. Best start looking through yer favourite shop, Totty Rocks for a frock with fetching stripes that match the latest fashion at Corton Vale. Scotlands first female First Minister, ends up making a total corrupt arse of it, and going down lashing out sullenly in shame and ignominy. His performance was an outrage. They would sit down and just talk and [at] one point, I remember a whole lot were talking and finally, I just said, look, you may have the rest of the evening to do this, I dont. Dr. Christine D. Graham is a pediatrician in Tucson, Arizona. Ms 1 fears that this may be an opportunity for Alex Salmond to get back into Hollyrood. I think the Cabinet Secretary had a good point in going into this, really, and I am not just saying that, I think he had a good point. [citation needed]. They tend, then, to make cowardly politicians. Heavy investment is made into encouraging a concrete complaint. She then took a back seat, whilst the two original complainants came forward (A and B in the civil case, who became different Alphabetties in the criminal case.). The thread hands up if youre totally corrupt, wasnt a license to talk about the alphabet women. @Captain Yossarian says: Christine Grahame's office in Galashiels Grahame joined the Scottish National Party in 1970. Those are words I never expected to have to say. Is this the silver bullet moment for Salmond. Not only does the trust in the Scottish government, but also the trust in parliament and more importantly for the British state, the trust in the crown that sponsors COPFS and the lord advocate, is at stake here. He did tell me things I can't discuss with you. Alex Salmond is due to give evidence on Friday. These are the questions that this MSP has asked in Parliament. A disgrace, that learned gent trousers a pretty penny .was that performance even worth a penny. Some performance of stuttering, breathless contradiction with occasional deflection. Yet, the spectacle of seasoned politicians shrugging off their political ties has become less common as parliament has matured. If anything, the events of the last few months have shown that to be the case. My mother turned to me and says, dont just moan, Christine, phone somebody about it, she recalls. A fishing expedition ensues. 24 February, 2021 at 9:43 pm. i.e. [16], In June 2016 one councillor resigned from the SNP over Grahame's intervention, claiming it represented a "lack of support" for SNP councillors and that he had not voted for her in the 2016 Scottish Parliament elections. Someone above quoted Alex Salmond on how he was basically saved by the Court of Session and the High Court. She announces that the report will be put on the record, meaning it is available under FOI Illness and cancer disappear to make way for an ancient foe of dubious virility. The Lord Advocate: I used to have some respect for lawyers, but as the years passed, I got to know a few, had to use a few, or found myself in court or on a jury my respect for the whole thing has long evaporated. One day I found his bleeper, we used to have pagers, and if you clicked his pager it was Liberal Democrat whip messages to Liberal Democrats that said, Donald Gorrie in Evening News, do not respond, Donald Gorrie in Scotsman, do not respond, Donald Gorrie speaking to The Herald, do not respond, if STV phone about what Donald Gorrie said, do not respond. James Caithness says: This is beyond a joke, what I seen from Mrs Murrell in the covid briefing was appalling. 6,096 Posts, There is something quite rotten, corrupt, stinking to high heaven about Craig Murrays trial. Now I have concerns that access to justice for some people means just getting their case into court and I do not think court is therapy, I do not think that a rape or sexual assault victim getting into court and then a jury turning round and finding someone not guilty, acquitting them or not proven, will make them feel any better, I think it will make them feel worse, thats my take. Keep it up stu, we need you more than ever! If my experience is anything to go by, this will undoubtedly bring many, many visitors to Midlothian and the Borders as well as encouraging people to stay and live in the area.[13], In late 2015 Grahame became involved in a public dispute with Scottish Borders Council over the siting of the Great Tapestry of Scotland in the constituency. Rita LeBay - Committed suicide via carbon monoxide poisoning. Now, granted, I dont know over-much about Haggerty, so I wont cast aspersions on her personally, but too many leadership supporters have been carrying on cheerfully without much opposition, and with fawning praise from certain quarters (not the Tory press, obviously, but parts of the media) that they actually believe their own hype and think they are invincible whereas in fact its largely the awfulness of Johnson and the Tories that has caused the frankly underwhelming rise in support for independence. I have been privileged to represent the people of Midlothian and the Borders for 22 years in the Scottish Parliament. Another way, lets put it like that. The decisions in relation to this matter were made by senior professional prosecutors acting independently, as they always do, without reference to the law officers [the Lord Advocate and Solicitor General]., Alison Di Rollo (ne Lafferty) QC is the Solicitor General for Scotland. Aided by the thousands of Wingers, who have to be the most knowledgeable collection of bloggers anywhere in the world. At the 2021 Scottish Elections I was honoured to be again re-elected as the MSP for Midlothian South, Tweeddale and Lauderdale constituency. Meanwhile Ms 1 has quietly slipped away. If Aberdeins evidence is made public Liz Lloyd is either going to have to take a fall to protect her boss or turn on Sturgeon to protect her career. I wonder how much Nicola or Leslie or Liz or Peter etc will raise in their first fundraiser. In February, MSPs on the committee refused to endorse Scottish Government plans to scrap the centuries-old requirement of corroboration. Mind you it used to be ably assisted by the Office of the Solicitor General but thats currently closed, apparently, for reasons. My mothers lesson about if youre not prepared to say or do something, I dont want to hear about it has remained with me sometimes to my cost that if something really is wrong, I spoke out, she says. Have a look at the Most Read list on the right; https://archive.is/H6mMz#selection-1319.17-1331.69, The video isnt working, it cuts out at 6 seconds after calls Jackie bailie.. Wolffes bottle has crashed, another liar whos not even good at it hell fall far. It is clear she holds the bipartisan character of the committee system in high regard often very different from the tribal jostling that FMQs gives rise to while drawing a clear distinction between her roles as a convener and backbencher. And they examine the work of the Scottish Government. Somebody needs to tell those Brit Nat Press and Media whores that Salmond is no longer a member of the SNP for one. Whoever from COPFS did this is either a loose cannon or not too bothered / doesnt feel the need about getting the Lord Advocates permission or input. Wolffes performance was amateur farce. (And have taken the trouble to copy it before it vanishes into the ether like so many message before yours.). What is going on. I simply could not have put it any better at all. Top of the News. A woman who faked a pregnancy after a one-night stand has been sentenced to community service. The dividends of which are now starting to arrive by the bucket load. If it wasnt waffle himself (huge if) was it his missus? Christine Grahame is a famous Scottish politician. This is without doubt one of the weakest performances I think Ive ever seen by a senior member of the legal profession. Galashiels TD1 1SD. I dont think [I am] a thorn [in the side], I dont think so at all. I used to think it was just some of the gang well most of them over the wall in La la Land that were a bit loopy now I know where they get it from ,The message from the top is stick with the SNP or you will jeopardise a vote for Independence fk me ok when , where and when is this just round the corner event likely to happen do I need to put it in my diary ,circle it on the calendar ,write its my forehead , Christine is related to Terrence Davis Graham and Ronald J Szypajlo as well as 3 additional people. Was that a waste of time? Christine, concerned the animal would soon bite a young child, went to her mother. Got to say Im kinda impressed with Jackie Baillie here. I didnt believe a word of it. Its the current manifestation of Scottish government thats the problem here, not so much the Scottish Parliament as an institution. You are outside of history. But Wolffe, who took over the job in 2016 under Nicola Sturgeon, is a government minister andattends the large majority of them.). Im away to watch towie for the first time ever , whole lot more believeable than this shit shower. If I heard correctly, the Lord Advocate said, in Parliament, that the sole reason for the redactions was to protect anonymity. aLurker says: Here is the register for Christine Grahame. Contact details Contact online Email: Christine.Grahame.msp@parliament.scot Website: christinegrahame.com Facebook: Christine's facebook Contact at the Scottish Parliament The Scottish Parliament Edinburgh EH99 1SP Phone: 0131 348 5729 Text relay calls welcome. I simply will not thole such dishonesty in my Partys officials, not under any circumstances. "[25], Grahame has two sons and is a grandmother. So maybe their questioning wasnt as lame as it might appear. Select this result to view Christine M Graham's phone number, address, and more. You and Craig Murray could become the Bernstein and Woodward (Watergate) of Scottish UK media. Would that begin to explain things in a way that made sense? Using her married name, Christine Creech, she was the SNP candidate at the 1992 General Election for Tweeddale, Ettrick and Lauderdale. Surely one of the papers will publish one of the key witness statements currently hidden from the committee shortly? Im hanging on until the election or a leadership election, whatever comes first. The only wummin you are interested in is yersel hen. [5] From 2001 to 2003, she was Convener of the Justice Committee. She was nominated for the post by Scottish First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon on 31 May 2016 as part of the formation of the Second Sturgeon government, following the 2016 Scottish Parliament election. Crown Office is corrupt and incompetent.. I didnt like the manner of it and I made that plain, she says. Im sure he can throw money about and just mark it down as Covid Costs. Its game over for them. But, personally, I had sat with people on that committee and I know, while there might be some party politics in it, there were also genuine concerns, and I wasnt prepared to have the committee members, whoever they were, [treated] as if it was some kind of cheap political posing and it wasnt for some of them at all., Grahame brushes off a suggestion she is outspoken, rather it is that she speaks out when the situation calls for it. After reading many explanations about my comments about the member, Christine Grahame, sitting behind the LAs shoulder, I sincerely apologise for my comment. Billions for English Flood Defences It beggars belief.