Mandelson files reveal Labour party is riddled with doubts and infighting Documents were published to reveal what ministers knew about his links to Epstein, but instead exposed government rifts The Guardian - UK · Jun 1
Serious questions remain over Mandelson appointment despite files release – SNP The party’s leader in Westminster said the appointment of the Labour peer showed a ‘deep rot’ at the heart of the Government. Evening Standard · Jun 1
John Curtice gives verdict on impact of Murrell scandal on SNP support JOHN Curtice has given his verdict on the forthcoming Westminster by-elections in Scotland and whether the furore after Peter Murrell pled guilty to… The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
Woman who claims Jeffrey Donaldson abused her denies she is ‘making up’ claims The former MP, 63, has pleaded not guilty to 18 alleged offences. Evening Standard · Jun 1
7 things we learnt from the latest Mandelson files release THE UK Government has released three 500-page files containing key documents and personal WhatsApp messages between Peter Mandelson and senior… The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
Here's what Keir Starmer said to Peter Mandelson before he was appointed MESSAGES between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Peter Mandelson prior to his appointment as US ambassador have been released The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
How and when to see the next set of Mandelson Files today Documents relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the United States have been released The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
'Authoritarian' Labour condemned by former leader for visa ban on left-wing speakers ZACK Polanski and Jeremy Corbyn have both condemned the Labour Government after a left-wing US speaker they had been due to meet was banned from… The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
New poll finds Scots would vote for independence in second referendum SCOTLAND would vote to become independent if a new referendum were held tomorrow, according to a new poll ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
UK Government refuses to break silence on visa ban for two left-wing US speakers THE Labour Government has chosen to remain silent amid a growing backlash at the decision to ban two left-wing US speakers from entering the UK ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
Former Labour first minister calls for joint Holyrood-Westminster inquiry into SNP A FORMER Labour first minister has called for a joint inquiry between Holyrood and Westminster into Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of SNP funds ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 1
Former first minister calls for joint Murrell inquiry between both Parliaments Lord McConnell said there should be an inquiry between Holyrood and Westminster on Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of funds. Evening Standard · Jun 1
‘It’s a given Starmer will go,’ says London MP Rosena Allin-Khan as she heads to Makerfield by-election Keir Starmer has vowed to fight any moves by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to replace him as PM Evening Standard · Jun 1
Toxic identity politics ‘tearing’ us apart, says former Oldham council leader Exclusive: 25 years after race riots in north of England, Arooj Shah says extremist groups and lies about grooming scandal are poisoning Oldham The Guardian - UK · Jun 1
AAP · May 31 Malta PM Abela secures new term as Labour Party wins Malta's governing Labour Party has won its fourth consecutive election, ensuring a second term for Prime Minister Robert Abela.
The Guardian - UK · May 31 The Guardian view on the Aberdeen South byelection: the politics of energy take centre stage Editorial: While Westminster’s attention is focused on Andy Burnham and Makerfield, another pivotal byelection is taking place in Scotland’s north-east
The National (Scotland) · May 31 Unionists 'lashing out' at Nicola Sturgeon over election defeat, former SNP MP says UNIONISTS are “licking their wounds and lashing out” at Nicola Sturgeon in response to their "catastrophic” election results, a former…
The National (Scotland) · May 31 'Humiliating': Tory MP clashes with LBC host over benefits 'ration card' plan A SENIOR Tory MP clashed with a radio presenter over his party’s plans to bring in ration cards for people on benefits.
The Times of India · May 31 'Didn't commit this crime': Nicola Sturgeon says she is paying the price for ex-husband's SNP theft Nicola Sturgeon, ex-Scottish First Minister, breaks silence on ex-husband Peter Murrell's embezzlement conviction, stating she won't apologize for his crimes. Despite being cleared by police, she feels punished, asserting Murrell deceived her. Sturgeon refuses to be held responsible for men's actions and will not withdraw from public life, having done…
The National (Scotland) · May 31 Donations to SNP 'up' amid Peter Murrell embezzlement outrage DONATIONS to the SNP increased in the week Peter Murrell admitted embezzling more than £400,000 of members’ cash, the party has said.
The National (Scotland) · May 31 'Fundamental flaw' in Sturgeon and Murrell having top SNP roles, says John Swinney THERE was a “fundamental flaw” in having Nicola Sturgeon and Peter Murrell in top positions in the SNP, Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney…
Evening Standard · May 31 John Swinney: ‘Fundamental flaw’ in Sturgeon and Murrell having top SNP roles Nicola Sturgeon was Scotland’s first minister from 2014 to 2023 while Peter Murrell was SNP chief executive from 2001 to 2023.
The Independent UK · May 31 Scotland’s former leader rejects blame for estranged husband’s embezzlement of party funds Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s former first minister, rejects any blame for her estranged husband’s embezzlement of Scottish National Party funds
The Guardian - UK · May 31 The disaster of Brexit is a warning against simple solutions to hard problems Alan Milburn says youth unemployment has no quick fixes – an idea with an important lesson for those thinking about how to rejoin the EU
France 24 · May 31 Malta's Labour party wins historic fourth term in shadow of Middle East crisis Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela claimed a record-breaking, fourth successive general election victory for his Labour Party on Sunday after campaigning on the strength of a thriving economy and calling for a strong mandate to shield the tiny island state from the crisis in the Middle East.