The Latest Breaking News from Ash Regan

John Swinney insists independence 'must address the issues that matter to Scots'

The Deputy First Minister last night ruled himself out of the race to succeed Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader.

Daily Record · Feb 17, 2023

‘Preposterous’ to readmit former SNP members during leadership race – Swinney

The Deputy First Minister said the SNP needed ‘fresh perspective’ to build the case for independence.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023

SNP leadership race: Who could replace Sturgeon?

The party’s ruling body will meet on Thursday night to discuss a timetable for the contest.

The Independent UK · Feb 16, 2023

Gender reform Bill expected to pass at Scottish Parliament later today

A final vote was initially set to take place on Wednesday, however interventions by Scottish Tory MSPs to delay the judgement pushed it back to this afternoon.

Daily Record · Dec 22, 2022

Gender reforms expected to pass at Holyrood

The Bill will go to a final vote on Thursday afternoon.

The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2022

Tory tactics force Holyrood gender reform bill into THIRD day of debate

MSPs have been debating a series of amendments to the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Act for two days - with Tories dragging out proceedings

The National (Scotland) · Dec 21, 2022

Final Holyrood vote on gender reforms delayed

The vote will take place on Thursday, the Presiding Officer has said.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

MSPs resume consideration of amendments to gender reform legislation

The Scottish Parliament sat until 12.15am on Wednesday on the first day of debate.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Gender recognition Bill expected to pass today after mammoth session at Holyrood

MSPs voted on a number of amendments to the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill late into the night on Tuesday after proceedings were delayed by the Scottish Tories.

Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022

Controversial gender reforms expected to pass at Holyrood

The Bill will make it easier for trans people to obtain a gender recognition certificate, but critics are concerned about its impact on women.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022