On Thursday 18th September 2025, hundreds of people from across Scotland will go to the Scottish Parliament to tell our MSPs: this is a moment for leadership that protects what matters most — our health, our nature, our communities, our climate, and our future. This mass lobby is being organised by Stop Climate Chaos Scotland, a diverse coalition of over 60 member organisations, working together for positive climate action. They are urging everyone to join and help shape a better future!
What is a mass lobby? A mass lobby is when lots of people meet with their MSPs on the same day to have powerful conversations on issues they care about.
Why it matters – Our MSPs have an opportunity to protect what matters most here in Scotland and around the world – from clean air, our countryside and cities, warm homes, secure jobs and strong public services. People across Scotland are united for action, and are already stepping up in their communities. Now we need to remind our MSPs to do the same.
Showing up can make a real difference – following years of climate rollbacks and delays, we urgently need practical leadership to deliver urgent, fair climate action that also addresses the linked health, inequality and nature crises we face.
You don’t need to be a campaigner, or to have met your MSP before, or have even spoken about climate or nature. We have an opportunity to come together for a healthier, safer, fairer, greener future for generations to come around the world.
This is a pivotal moment for Scotland, with a new Climate Change Plan being produced, and political parties writing their manifestoes for the forthcoming election. We’re asking our MSPs to use all opportunities to act with urgency to help us build a fairer, healthier, more stable and resilient future for everyone by:
- Making our homes warmer and more energy efficient
- Supporting us to secure jobs and the skills we need for these
- Enabling better public transport and safer streets for walking, wheeling and cycling
- Transforming our food system so that everyone has access to healthy, sustainable food
- Reducing poverty and supporting those most impacted by climate impacts
- Ensuring a thriving natural environment that supports our health, wellbeing, and livelihoods for generations to come
Getting involved is simple:
Pledge to attend — Let SCCS know you’ll be there by registering at the link here
Spread the word — Bring your friends, family and your community with you.
Email your MSP — Once you’ve registered, use our simple template to let your MSP know you’re coming and want to meet with them
And… Watch out for emails to keep you updated as plans and resources progress. As well as access to training, guides and local connections, we will guide you through what to expect on the day, so you have all the support you need to take part and have a meaningful meeting with your MSP.
Here is the link again to sign up! See you at 1pm on Thursday 18th September 2025!
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