Andy Murray

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

FAITH | COMMUNITIES
@OrangeOrderScot
The Orange Order has now been part of Scottish life and Christian culture for over 200 years.

My life is about community driven urban regeneration and creating opportunities for all.
Central to this is community engagement.

I was welcomed by the @OrangeOrderScot community to learn more on their charity work and education programmes, where they are engaging with leaders of other faiths.

It was heartening to learn first hand about their modernisation programme which is being driven by Grand Master @AndyMurray70 and their executive team including David and Robert.

Andy, as thousands of your @OrangeOrderScot
members walk in Glasgow this Saturday I wish you all a peaceful and successful day.

I appreciate the invite to attend the Grand Orange Lodge of Scotland dinner on Saturday and I look forward to meeting all attending from Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Picture :-
Greyfriars Kirk Edinburgh Speech on community regeneration.
“We cannot walk alone….”

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

This is what it should be like remembering our Scottish identity but also remembering our British sovereignty

[The Truth 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧 @KevinTheRanter]

Dufftown Moray plays it loud and yes look at the three flags front centre!

These are the flags of the nation, no others

God Bless Scotland and God bless the UK

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

Get you white gloves just in time for the County Grand Lodge of Glasgow parade this Saturday…..

[Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland @OrangeOrderScot]

A fresh look for a timeless essential.

Our new design white gloves are now available to order from the KB Shop.

Get yours today:
🛒 https://t.co/IRqggepw1E

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

Excellent article by @kmckenna63 @heraldscotland
on the former SNP Deputy FM Kate Forbes.
It is correct to call out this toxic behaviour in your article.

Also thank you for the mention.

So it is crystal clear to all .

I will not be gagged or intimidated by anyone including politicians past or present.

I am a Killie girl and a proud Protestant.
My working class values and Christian Faith was the best gift my parents could give me.
My parents brought me up to be hard working, pay my way, be honest and help ALL.
I will always fight for the left behinds especially in working class communities like mine in Kilmarnock and Ayrshire.

In concluding it is really very simple anyone who comes on my ‘X’ feed timeline with intimidation or nonsense click bait comments which is harming and creating divisions in our communities is BLOCKED!

“Entrepreneur Dr Marie Macklin who specialises in providing business opportunities for young, working-class people, found out what happens to those who dare to oppose this insidious orthodoxy. When Dr Macklin expressed her admiration for Kate Forbes on social media it triggered fury among the SNP’s witch-finders.

One former SNP MP admonished Dr Macklin in the insufferably patronising tones of the Waitrose left whose radicalism begins and ends in searching for Fair Trade products in the fancy coffee aisle.

Contracts and future preferment awaits those who attack the right people in public”.

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

HOUSING | SCOTLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Immigration and toxic messaging by the ‘Left and Right’.

“Forget slogans and sideshows – Scotland’s election must focus on homes”.
Wrote this article in May 2026 @heraldscotland as an election article.

As this week figures show the Scottish Government failed AGAIN to reach their housing targets.

I have listened to the past and present political rhetoric and still the homeless crisis trundles on.

Bottom line if you can’t meet targets and house people who have lived here all their life including our great military veterans, how can you ask people to immigrate to Scotland and the UK to work here if there is NO homes available and they are unaffordable.

I have watched and listened to all sides of the debate on homelessness and immigration.

Bottom line the left and right are using it as a ‘toxic tool’ hiding behind the fact none of them have credible housing solutions or economic growth solutions.

My industry in construction and property development is feeling the pain which in turn results in cost increase in the new builds and refurbs.

The cost increases cannot be passed on as unaffordable.This then leaves no choice but to stall building, leading to job losses.

There is another ‘financial crisis’ around the corner unless rapid policy changes are implemented now.

Special mention in article for the wonderful communities of Shettleston and Tollcross in Glasgow’s East End ❤️ where I earned my stripes.
https://t.co/HXPIThMDCy

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

.@ScotNational
I thought the below information might be of interest regarding @barnardos founder and the connection to @OrangeOrderScot.

The headline in your article is ‘divisive’.
I am sure it was not intended to be divisive or click bait fodder whilst Scotland is facing challenging times with regard to social cohesion in communities.

By way of some background for the general public the Scottish National Paper is owed ultimately by
@USATODAYCo 🇺🇸
whom own Newsquest who in turn own @ScotNational amongst other publications.
@USATODAYCo pride themselves on fairness and clarity.

Their major shareholders are some of the biggest ‘Hedge Fund Managers’ in the world.
Including Blackrock,- Founder and CEO Larry Fink.
Worth noting Blackrock is the largest investor in weapon manufacturers through its U.S. Aerospace and Defense ETF, Two Sea Capital and Alta etc 🇺🇸.

BACKGROUND
I mentioned in my ‘X’ feed last week that I was with the @OrangeOrderScot Grand Master @AndyMurray70 and some of their executive team.

I learnt about their education programmes
where they are collaborating with other faith organisations which was great to hear.

Andy and their team should be commended for the continued modernising their organisation.

As many are aware I have spent many years working in community driven regeneration, listening, learning and supporting communities from all ‘Faiths’ and those of none.

During my visit to @OrangeOrderScot I learnt more on the ‘Hate Crime’ against their Christian members and saw first hand their fantastic charity work, which is unmeasurable.

Turning to ‘Hate Crime’.
As a Protestant I am concerned and alarmed at the level of this victimisation and toxicity.
It needs to stop now and it should be reported robustly by the media.

At this junction it would also be good to see the First Minister meet with @AndyMurray70 to discuss all the cohesive work being done by @OrangeOrderScot.

A meeting would also show that the FM @scotgov hears and understands first hand their Protestant communities concerns with regard to their safety in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

All ‘Faiths’ should be given the same support.

I also note that many will not know that the @OrangeOrderScot
charity arm has been built upon the foundations laid by one of their own, the
famous Dublin Orangeman
Dr Thomas John Barnando founder @barnardos ( see below).

As I conclude I believe the article below is not
an accurate reflection on the peace agenda and faith work being implemented by @OrangeOrderScot.

There is more much more that should be reported regarding the OOS work of ‘Peace and Partnerships’ through their education and charity groups.

I would also note that at a time when @ScotGovFM @scotgov talk of social cohesion and that there is no room in Scotland for toxicity, the media has a responsibility to lead by example.

There is no place for ‘Hate Crime’ in Scotland and ‘ALL’
voices should be respected.

Thank you @ScotNational
for your time and attention to this matter.
MM

[Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland @OrangeOrderScot]

MWGM Bro. Andrew Murray, and Executive Officer Bro. David Walters, held constructive meetings with political leaders, last week, at the Scottish Parliament to discuss a range of important issues affecting the Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland.

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

A fantastic day from start to finish. Started the morning in Stonehaven and topped it all off my parading our capital city. Remember the Covenanters who gave their life for our reformed faith.

[Mark Simpson MSP @RealMGSimpson]

@RightWing_Brit Well done to all involved 👍

Quite the contrast to the woke nonsense we suffered in front of His Majesty the King in Holyrood today 🇬🇧

[Mark Simpson MSP @RealMGSimpson]

Completely shameful

In the presence of the King, our history, customs & the British Empire were slandered - Britain was even called a racist country

It marred what should have been a proud and dignified State Opening of Parliament

Only @reformparty_uk will fight back against this woke nonsense

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

Armed Forces Day
Always such a special proud occasion @EastAyrshire.
Great to see William Stafford retired Non Executive Director of our flagship @HALOKILMARNOCK1 project and a family friend who led the charge in his capacity as Deputy Lord Lieutenant.
#ArmedForcesDay #ShowYourSupport

[Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland @OrangeOrderScot]

The Grand Lodge Trustees offer sincere congratulations to the County Grand Lodge of the East as they hold their Boyne Celebrations in Edinburgh. We trust all the Sisters and Brothers will enjoy a proud and uplifting occasion under the leadership of Bro. Frank Campbell, RWCGM.

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

Just another day in Scotland where we witness more Anti Orange/Protestant behaviour on the streets of Stonehaven. A big thank you to the residents of Stonehaven for their warm welcome. @ScotGovFM @churchscotland @OrangeOrderScot this needs to stop 🛑

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

“The West will 'pay a heavy price' if people betray Judeo-Christian heritage”

By former Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes.

First major speech after leaving @ScotParl
by former Deputy First Minister @scotgov

Kate Forbes delivered yesterday a strong thought provoking speech at the @ARC_Conference.

Kate is one of the few politicians I have met over my lifetime who was prepared to stay true to herself and paid the price.

Kate Forbes understood the voices of ALL communities and that no matter her beliefs she always did what was right for communities. Kate is one of those politicians that the country needs now.
I hope to see more of her speaking the truth on various issues in media and speaking circuit.

From her speech /article:-
“The West will 'pay a heavy price' if people betray Judeo-Christian heritage”

“The question is whether men and women will rise up like they did of old, standing firm on conviction, shaped by confidence, with the courage to defend truth or as Dietrich Bonhoeffer put it, daring to do what is right, not what fancy may tell you.”

Forbes said such courage was needed in the public square and especially in Parliament where she warned that Christian points of view are being sidelined.

Speaking on the final day of the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) Conference, Forbes reflected on the immense pressure she came under to “lie” about her beliefs during the leadership race. Choosing instead to follow the advice of her father that “it’s never worth the compromise,” a media frenzy ensued and she eventually lost the top spot to her Muslim rival, Humza Yousaf. 

More ⬇️
https://t.co/EDRPLaZ0wI

[The Scottish Sun @ScottishSun]

Tomorrow front page first edition: Nicola Sturgeon & SNP chiefs ‘BULLIED’ us after raising Peter Murrell SNP cash fears, say whistleblowers

#tomorrowspaperstoday

https://t.co/QTVVAgnyqa

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

Train 1 of 2 ✔️ next stop…..?

[David Walters @DWalters1688]

A very enjoyable and productive day at the Scottish Parliament, it was refreshing to meet politicians who get what it going on in our Country today. They listened to what our membership is facing with violent attacks on our members and our children. Progress at last.

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

An other positive day yesterday at the Scottish Parliament raising the awareness of the increase in Anti Protestant @ Orange hate crime against our community. Just waiting now in an invite from @JohnSwinney @theSNP

@ThomasKerrMSP @DWalters1688 @MarieMacklin

[Dr Marie M S Macklin CBE @MarieMacklin]

Was a pleasure to meet you @AndyMurray70 with your collegues @DWalters1688 and Robert McLean.

The politicians and @scotgov should understand and recognise the excellent
work @OrangeOrderScot is doing through Education and Charity giving within your own community and supporting other communities.
It is a great programme.

The facts for me are simply this.

Under your leadership there is a modernisation programme underway and being implemented by a dedicated executive team.

The Scottish Government @ScotGovFM should acknowledge,respect and understand all the efforts your organisation is making to Scotlands social fabric driven by faith and peaceful solutions.

The education and charity work you are doing has the same underlying principals and values as @barnardos founder Dr Thomas John Barnado who was an Orangeman, social reformer and one of the greatest philanthropists.

We discussed many topics including that there no place for anti- protestant hate or any other kind of hate.

I am looking forward to working with you all.

And who knew
@barnardos was founded by an Orangeman.
More ⬇️

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

Rounding off a successful week of raising the awareness of the rising anti Protestant hate here is Scotland. Met with @MarieMacklin and attended parliament & FM questions yesterday for constructive dialogue @scotgov @ScotGovFM

[Andy Murray @AndyMurray70]

@joannaccherry Did we all expect anything else from @JohnSwinney @ScotGovFM sadly not, he needs to resign now