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Strategy to win Scottish independence needs a 'reset', says Kate Forbes

Forbes said that the current strategy had been determined by a “few people in the SNP” and discussion on what comes next should be up to the…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2023

Who is Kate Forbes? The finance secretary aiming to replace Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader

Kate Forbes is one of three candidates to become the next First Minister.

Daily Record · Feb 20, 2023

Police spy unit caused ‘outrage and pain’ as it infiltrated leftwing groups

Judge-led inquiry rules Scotland Yard unit acted in a sexist and racist way and intrusions were not justified

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2023

Kate Forbes says she wouldn't have 'voted for Scotland's gender reforms'

Forbes told the BBC that she had "significant concerns" about self-identification for transgender people in Scotland.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2023

Kate Forbes says gender reforms 'not a priority for the people of Scotland'

The finance secretary said she had "significant concerns" about legislation that would have made it easier for people to self-identify their gender.

Daily Record · Feb 20, 2023

Driving test examiners announce 10 days of strike action

More than 1,600 members of the PCS employed by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will take rolling days of industrial action from March 6 to 28.

The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023

Edinburgh SNP propose 5% council rent increase to tackle damp and mould

The council will set its budget this week - as a £76 million funding gap looms.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 20, 2023

PM faces Tory Brexiteer fury on Northern Ireland deal as Starmer offers helping hand

A TORY rebellion is brewing over changes to the Northern Ireland Protocol – with Labour offering support to the Prime Minister if Conservative…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2023

What are the SNP leadership candidates' views on key social issues?

There is disagreement between Kate Forbes, Ash Regan and Humza Yousaf.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2023

Who is Humza Yousaf? SNP leader pledges loss and damage funding for global south

The Scottish National Party leader has spoken out after the £300 million deal was struck at Cop28

Evening Standard · Feb 20, 2023