Sandra White MSP for the Glasgow Region has welcomed today's announcement that half a million pounds will be provided for repairs and to improve access at St Andrew's Cathedral in Glasgow.

The iconic building, which was originally built as a Roman Catholic Chapel and was the first to be built in Glasgow following the reformation is considered to be one of the finest examples of Neo Gothic architecture in Glasgow.

Commenting on the award Ms White said: "Glasgow has some of the finest architecture in the world and St Andrew's Cathedral with its central position and unique history is one of these jewels. This award will be well received and will further cement the Cathedral's position as a focal point for both worshippers and visitors to Glasgow alike.

A Member of the Scottish Parliament, Sandra White has rounded on the BBC and Lloyds Banking Group accusing them of bias in their treatment of the Charity Interpal.

As a result of a Panorama investigation and Israeli government allegations that Interpal, which states that it a non-political charity providing aid to Palestinians, held links with terrorist organisations The Charity Commission launched an investigation into Interpal's activities.

The Charity Commission today reported that Interpal was in no way involved with terrorist organisations and that claims made against it were entirely unsubstantiated.

SNP MSP Sandra White has welcomed confirmation from the Minister for Public Health that Healthy Living Centres will receive financial support from the SNP Government while they look for new sources of funding.

The SNP Government last year saved several Healthy Living Centres - which offer a wide range of essential services to communities -  from closure.

In response to a written question tabled by Sandra White MSP the Minister for Public Health, Shona Robison, has indicated that the Scottish Government will provide additional funds of up to £70,000 for Healthy Living Centres across Scotland for the coming year.

Sandra White MSP for the Glasgow Region and long standing Convener of the Cross Party Group on Older People Age and Ageing has given her backing to the Government's commitment to outlaw the much criticised charge councils have been levying for the food preparation.

Due to a lack in clear guidance and robust legislation introduced by the previous Scottish Executive many councils have been accused of cynically attempting to exploit this lack of clarity and charge pensioners for services which were always meant to be provided free.

Commenting on the announcement Ms White said: "I'm glad this ridiculous situation is finally being sorted out because for too long now Glasgow City Council and others have been hiding behind the ambiguous guidance issued by the Labour administration.