Jo Swinson MP has been working with Kirkintilloch campaigner Nicky Forrest and national charities to raise awareness of the problems faced by people who have allergies.

Jo recently led a debate in Parliament about how children with allergies are supported in schools. She praised local mum Nicky Forrest, pictured above, who runs a support group for parents of children who have allergies.

Jo said: “Having suffered from a nut allergy for much of my life I understand the challenges and I’m keen to improve support for children with allergies and other long term conditions.”