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Majority of Scottish universities are in financial deficits, report finds

THE majority of Scottish universities are in a financial deficit, a new national report has found, leading to growing concerns over the country's higher education sector ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 1

John Swinney appoints new Scottish Government minister after MSP resigns

A NEW SNP minister has joined the Scottish Government ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 2

Scottish universities 'hammered by Brexit' as EU student numbers drop 60 per cent

Brexit has “hammered” Scotland’s university sector, the SNP has claimed, as figures showed a fall of more than 60 in the number of EU…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24

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Independence 'clear path for Scotland' as small nations top best country charts

“INDEPENDENCE in Europe is the clear path for Scotland,” the SNP have said after new research showed that small nations are some of the best…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 22

Ireland's €33bn tax take 'a glimpse of wealth of independent Scotland', SNP say

CORPORATION tax figures for the UK and Ireland provide a “mere glimpse into the wealth of an independent Scotland”, the SNP have claimed ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 2

How many of Holyrood's MSPs are landlords or have second homes? See the list

THERE are 18 MSPs in the Scottish Parliament who are landlords, and nine who have second homes, commercial properties or shares in real estate…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 16

Scottish pound ‘precursor’ to euro if Scotland becomes independent, says SNP MSP

AN INDEPENDENT Scotland would create the Scottish pound as a “precursor” to joining the euro, an SNP MSP has said.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6

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Competition watchdog issues statement as SNP call for 'price gouging' investigation

The competition and consumer rights watchdog has issued a statement in response to the SNP calling for an investigation into fuel 'price…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 5

SNP members set to hold second rebel meeting to challenge indyref strategy

SNP members are set to hold a second rebel meeting to challenge John Swinney’s independence strategy, The National can reveal.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 3, 2025

Former SNP MP in call for independence meeting ahead of national strategy gathering

A former SNP MP has called for a grassroots meeting to “thrash out” ideas ahead of the party’s independence convention.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 22, 2025

Former MEPs head to Brussels to make Scotland's case for rejoining EU

FORMER Scottish MEPs are set to go to Brussels to reaffirm the country's desire to join the EU as an independent country.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2025

Alyn Smith announces plan to stand in Holyrood election

Former SNP MP Alyn Smith has announced his plans to stand in next year's Holyrood election ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 17, 2025

Ex-MEP and expert to discuss what Donald Trump's presidency means for Europe

FORMER MEP Alyn Smith is set to host an online talk with a leading analyst on the US to discuss what a Donald Trump presidency will mean for Europe.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 15, 2025

Former Labour and SNP MEPs to debate Scotland's return to EU

TWO former MEPs are set to debate Scotland’s best route back into the European Union...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2024

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The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

Campaigners urge Scottish Government to keep College of Europe bursaries

THE European Movement in Scotland has called for the Scottish Government to continue funding for scholarships to the College of Europe.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 19, 2024

Alyn Smith urges Scottish Government to keep funding College of Europe places

FORMER MSP Alyn Smith has called for the government to continue funding for overseas scholarships.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 15, 2024

Inside the left-wing, 'anti-establishment' indyref conference

THE 10-year anniversary of the independence referendum has brought with it many events.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 21, 2024

Scots urged to sign petition against 'appalling' Bannockburn battlefield plans

SCOTS have been urged to sign a petition against “appalling” plans for a horse track at the Bannockburn battlefield site.

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The National (Scotland) · Jul 22, 2024

Seamus Logan joins The National, and some other news from us

Following the General Election, we're making some changes to our columnist line-up ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 10, 2024

Alyn Smith: SNP party structures and staffing 'not fit for purpose'

A FORMER SNP MP who lost his seat in the General Election has suggested party structures and staffing are not “fit for purpose”.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6, 2024

From ‘looking deep’ to ripping it up and starting again, SNP’s ex-MPs react to defeat

AS the SNP’s defeated candidates made their way off the stage at the Glasgow count, a range of emotion could be read from their faces –…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 4, 2024

Alyn Smith brings strong hope for the SNP in fight with the Tories

Winner in 2019 of predecessor seat of Stirling: Alyn Smith (SNP)

The National (Scotland) · Dec 22, 2023

Think tank behind Liz Truss appears on UK media 14 times a DAY in 2023

The Institute of Economic Affairs appeared on British media an average of 14 times a day in the last year, this newsletter has found.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023

Talk of Scotland joining EU intensifies after independence paper published

IT is Scotland’s “destiny” to return to the European Union as Scots have always felt “part of something bigger”, speakers at a key…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 19, 2023

'Break-up Of Britain?' event draws on ‘the best of Tom Nairn’s legacy’

THE inaugural Break-up Of Britain? conference, a symposium celebrating the renowned Scottish political thinker Tom Nairn and named for his most…

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