LAST week, I once again highlighted the disparity in petrol prices in Inverclyde with other parts of the country such as Edinburgh.

The big four supermarkets have announced they will be further cutting fuel prices, bringing petrol ever closer to £1 a litre.

However, here in Inverclyde we are still witnessing petrol at too high a cost and ultimately it’s the local motorists who are being punished.

A 4p difference in unleaded petrol in Inverclyde, compared to prices in the capital, is nothing short of a disgrace. At least Dick Turpin wore a mask!

Therefore, I have once again raised the matter with the relevant supermarkets to highlight the disparity and to urge them to make changes which will help motorists here in Inverclyde.

Last Friday, I launched my Members Bill on re-claiming the medical costs of treating people suffering from asbestos related diseases.

The Recovery of Medical Costs for Asbestos Diseases (Scotland) Bill will allow the NHS to claw back the enormous costs associated with caring for people who contracted industrial diseases like Mesothelioma, which is caused by exposure to asbestos.

It is estimated that over £20million per year is spent by NHS Scotland diagnosing and treating people suffering from the horrendous effects of asbestos exposure.

I hope people will read my proposal and take part by visiting the website http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/parliamentarybusiness/Bills/85164.aspx or contact me at 01475 720930 for more information.

We have an industrial legacy and I hope this proposal can assist with that.