Scottish Labour slammed as ZERO MPs take part in debate on Scotland's energy AN SNP MP slammed Scottish Labour for failing to take part in a debate on Scotland’s energy on Tuesday... The National (Scotland) · Dec 11, 2024
Tax rise for North Sea oil and gas could ‘kill goose that lays the golden egg’ ‘We recognise that oil and gas will continue to have a role in the energy mix during the transition,’ a Treasury minister said. Evening Standard · Nov 27, 2024
'We can't keep changing rules': Activists split over SNP MPs applying for Holyrood ACTIVSTS across SNP and Scottish independence circles are split on whether an MP should hold on to their seat at Westminster if they are elected… The National (Scotland) · Nov 13, 2024
Third SNP MP applies for Holyrood 2026 as SNP yet to make decision on dual mandates A THIRD SNP MP has applied to make a run for Holyrood in 2026, joining colleagues Stephen Flynn and Stephen Gethins. The National (Scotland) · Nov 13, 2024
Sarwar says Labour will ‘end austerity’ as he challenges SNP ministers on Budget Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar spoke out as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver the Budget on Wednesday. Evening Standard · Oct 28, 2024
SNP slam UK Government as GB Energy chief based in England THE SNP have slammed the UK Government after it was revealed that the new boss of GB Energy will be based in England ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 27, 2024
Scotland’s block grant falls to lowest share of UK spending in a decade – study The SNP is urging the Chancellor to increase the cash going to Holyrood in her upcoming Budget. Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2024
Scottish Labour 'shamefully silent' over UK Government's austerity plans SCOTTISH Labour has been accused of “hiding” and being “shamefully silent” following the growing revolt from UK cabinet ministers over the… The National (Scotland) · Oct 19, 2024
Labour see £100m added to energy bills to pay Scottish wind farms to shut off MORE than £100 million has been added to UK customers’ energy bills since Labour came to power to pay Scottish wind farms to stop producing… The National (Scotland) · Oct 13, 2024
Labour warned cuts plans are 'Liz Truss levels of economic vandalism' LABOUR have been warned their plans to cut billions from government budgets are “Liz Truss levels of economic vandalism”. The National (Scotland) · Oct 3, 2024
'Short changed by Labour': Anas Sarwar and Ian Murray in freebies row ANAS Sarwar and Ian Murray have been caught up in the Labour freebies row as it has emerged they were treated to hospitality at a Liverpool match. The National (Scotland) · Sep 23, 2024
Anas Sarwar branded 'desperate' ahead of conference speech attacking SNP ANAS Sarwar has been branded a “desperate leader of a desperate party” ahead of his speech to Labour conference on Monday... The National (Scotland) · Sep 23, 2024
Labour mocked as GB Energy Bill just FOUR pages long LABOUR have been mocked as their bill to create Great British Energy numbered just four pages – and contained “net zero” detail about what the… The National (Scotland) · Sep 5, 2024
Labour must take inspiration from Scotland's 'fair' tax system, SNP demand LABOUR should take inspiration from Scotland’s “more progressive and fair”, MPs have heard. The National (Scotland) · Sep 4, 2024
The National (Scotland) · Aug 29, 2024 Rachel Reeves slammed for 'staggering hypocrisy' on austerity as old clip resurfaces RACHEL Reeves has been slammed for “staggering hypocrisy” after an old tweet resurfaced in which she railed against cutting government spending.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 28, 2024 'Lie and pretend': Disbelief as Labour claim Tories 'covered up' £20bn funding hole CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves has been met with disbelief after claiming that a Tory government “cover up” hid a £20 billion shortfall in the UK’s…
The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2024 Anas Sarwar left red-faced as clips showing 'no austerity' pledge resurface ANAS Sarwar has been left red-faced as footage re-emerged of him claiming there would be “no austerity under Labour” as the UK Chancellor is set…
The National (Scotland) · Jun 28, 2024 Stephen Kerr 'lost the rag' with hustings audience for 'staring at me' A SCOTTISH Tory candidate has been criticised for berating a member of the audience at a hustings event for “staring at me”.
The National (Scotland) · Jun 1, 2024 Angus and Perthshire Glens: Tory win in 2017 likely a blip, as SNP set to retain seat IF it hadn’t been for the late drama of the LibDem leader Jo Swinson being unseated, the defining moment of election night in 2019 for SNP…
The National (Scotland) · Jan 11, 2024 'Misguided': Anger as UK Government plans 'biggest nuclear expansion in 70 years' THE UK Government has sparked anger after announcing plans for “the biggest expansion of nuclear power for 70 years” ...
The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023 Defence Secretary defends UK's £42m arms sales to Israel as 'relatively small' THE UK’s defence exports to Israel are “relatively small” and in line with the Government’s export licensing criteria, the Defence Secretary…
The National (Scotland) · Oct 15, 2023 Politicians urge probes into community councillors over far-right link allegations MSP Angela Constance promised to raise the issue of Simon Crane’s membership of East Calder community council.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2023 'Lip service': SNP raise concerns over offshore worker visas with UK Government CONCERNS over the impact of the UK Government’s “extremely complex” visa rules for offshore renewables workers have been raised directly…
The National (Scotland) · Oct 2, 2023 England faces soaring water bills due to Westminster privatisation 'failure' THE SNP have said that soaring water bills in England and Wales shows the benefits of nationalising key public services.
The National (Scotland) · Sep 28, 2023 Presenter forced to shush Tory MSP during clash with SNP MP on BBC's Debate Night THE host of BBC’s debate night was forced to shush a Tory MSP as she continually tried to speak over an SNP MP.