New UK-EU deal branded ‘horror show’ by Scottish fishermen The deal is understood to grant European boats access to UK waters for a further 12 years. The Independent UK · May 19, 2025
'Horror show': Angry fisherman react to new UK-EU deal as Nigel Farage warns of 'death to industry' The deal is understood to grant European boats access to UK waters for a further 12 years Evening Standard · May 19, 2025
Scotland’s 'best future' is as an independent country in EU, says Angus Robertson THE best future for Scotland will be as an independent country inside the European Union, the External Affairs Secretary has said ... The National (Scotland) · May 9, 2025
Former MPs and current SNP Westminster leader standing for Holyrood next May Stephen Flynn is hoping to win the Aberdeen Deeside and North Kincardine seat, with a number of former SNP MPs also standing for Holyrood. Evening Standard · May 6, 2025
River City star 'overwhelmed' as Holyrood debates iconic soap’s future River City star Stephen Purdon has said it was “overwhelming” to hear MSPs call on BBC bosses to save the long-running show ... The National (Scotland) · Apr 24, 2025
River City star ‘overwhelmed’ as Holyrood debates soap’s future Cast and crew from the programme, which is being axed by BBC Scotland, were at the Scottish Parliament on Thursday. Evening Standard · Apr 24, 2025
Famous names sign letter urging Culture Secretary to save River City jobs The letter warned of a risk that Scottish entertainment workers will have to leave the country to find work. Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025
Culture Secretary joins campaign against BBC decision to axe River City A CAMPAIGN to save the BBC Scotland show River City has been backed by multiple MSPs from across political parties, including Culture Secretary… The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2025
Donald Trump's trade war leaves UK 'exposed' outside EU, says Scottish minister A SCOTTISH minister has warned the UK and Scotland are “vulnerable and exposed” outside the EU amid the threat of a global trade war. The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2025
Culture Secretary speaks of ‘regret’ over decision to end River City TV show Angus Robertson has ‘concerns’ over the impact the ending of the programme could have for training in the TV sector. Evening Standard · Mar 19, 2025
Edinburgh Festival highlights to include theatre premiere starring Brian Cox More than 1,700 artists will take to the stage for 133 performances throughout August. The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025
Publisher unveils new premises on World Book Day HarperCollins was founded as Collins & Co in Glasgow 206 years ago. The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025
Keir Starmer shamed for silence as European leaders back Zelenskyy over Trump KEIR Starmer’s UK Government has remained silent amid growing international condemnation of Donald Trump and support for Ukraine’s Volodymyr… The National (Scotland) · Feb 28, 2025
Scottish Government hits out at Keir Starmer cutting aid budget The UK Government’s decision to cut aid spending has been branded “deeply disappointing” by Scotland’s External Affairs Secretary. The National (Scotland) · Feb 26, 2025
Evening Standard · Feb 26, 2025 Scottish minister met BBC bosses amid row over production of The Traitors Director Peter Strachan is reported to have said 81% of the production team for the show were based in London.
The National (Scotland) · Feb 21, 2025 'NHS will use more private capacity if I am first minister,' Anas Sarwar pledges ANAS Sarwar has said he will use more private sector services in the Scottish NHS if he becomes first minister ...
The National (Scotland) · Feb 17, 2025 John Swinney to visit set of Channel 4 drama filmed in Scotland The First Minister will visit the set of a new Channel 4 drama amid a pledge of £2 million for the screen sector in an upcoming budget.
The National (Scotland) · Feb 4, 2025 Fact check: Why is so much Scottish salmon exported via Heathrow? CLAIM: “Why on earth are we exporting major Scottish products, whether that’s salmon or whisky or anything else, via Heathrow?” - Angus…
The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2025 Val McDermid and Damian Barr urge Scottish councils to halt library closures Authors say plan to shut more than 20 public libraries could have devastating effect on Scotland’s cultural future
The National (Scotland) · Jan 30, 2025 Angus Robertson hails Creative Scotland funding deals as 'truly transformational' THE culture sector has received funding deals which could be “truly transformational”, Angus Robertson said after 144 further organisations…
The National (Scotland) · Jan 30, 2025 SNP minister questions why major Scottish exports go through Heathrow Airport AN SNP minister has questioned why major Scottish exports go through Heathrow Airport ...
The National (Scotland) · Jan 22, 2025 Director says Scots 'denied a voice' amid Traitors filming row A BAFTA-WINNING director has said Scots are being “denied a voice” amid a row over accusations production companies are exploiting systems meant…
The National (Scotland) · Jan 20, 2025 John Swinney cut short plans for new independence white papers, documents show JOHN Swinney decided to cut short the Scottish Government’s series of white papers on independence after becoming First Minister, newly published…
The National (Scotland) · Jan 10, 2025 Culture Secretary to intervene with BBC amid row over The Traitors' Scottish budget SCOTLAND’S Culture Secretary will look to meet with the BBC and Ofcom amid “shocking” claims that the BBC’s flagship reality show The…
The Guardian - UK · Jan 5, 2025 Director of Edinburgh international festival warns cuts put its status at risk Nicola Benedetti calls for significant rise in public and philanthropic support to maintain its global reputation