A Tory MP has called for military mobilization to deliver essential supplies to remote communities in Scotland, warning the situation has become "critical." Andrew Bowie, MP for West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine, wrote to First Minister John Swinney and the UK Government requesting urgent action as severe weather cuts off residents from food and medical provisions.
The Met Office has upgraded snow and ice warnings to amber for north and north-east Scotland, with yellow warnings covering the rest of the country. Up to 15cm of snow is expected in the worst-hit areas. Hundreds of schools will remain closed on Tuesday as the extreme conditions cause significant travel disruption, road closures, and bus and rail cancellations.
Bowie warned in his letter: «The situation has now become critical. Many people are increasingly cut off, with access to essential food supplies and medical provisions becoming extremely difficult and, in some instances, impossible.»
He emphasized the growing danger: «There is a real and growing risk that individuals may be left without basic necessities unless urgent action is taken.»
Overwhelmed Services
The MP acknowledged local efforts but stressed their limitations. «While emergency services, gritters, farmers and volunteer groups are going above and beyond to support their communities, in many cases they are quite simply overwhelmed by the scale and persistence of the conditions,» Bowie wrote.
He urged the Scottish Government to mobilize all available resources, including armed forces, to assist with snow clearance, essential supply delivery, access to remote communities, and hospital transportation.
Bowie also called for better public communication. He requested the Scottish Government provide clear guidance through leaflets and online resources on how to stay safe and request emergency help.
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