Joani Reid: “Joe understands that because he has never been absorbed into the Holyrood bubble.”

I agree with him, and I would sooner say it now than after more jobs are lost.

Most of us in East Kilbride want the same simple thing: to get on with our lives and feel safe in our own streets.

The support I have received from colleagues across the political spectrum, my constituents and my local Labour Party has been steadfast.

I am also deeply grateful to everyone who has stood by me when it was politically easier to distance themselves. You know who you are – thank you.