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The Latest Breaking News from Holyrood

Swinney says becoming Scottish First Minister ‘not part of a well-crafted plan’

John Swinney was voted in as First Minister by MSPs at Holyrood on May 7 last year.

The Independent UK

Swinney says campaigning in Holyrood by-election is ‘tough’

The SNP leader has been campaigning in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonhouse, where a vote is being held after the death of Christina McKelvie.

The Independent UK

Swinney aims to offer ‘hope for a better Scotland’ in government programme

The Scottish First Minister will unveil his government’s programme for the coming year in a keynote statement to Holyrood on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

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Pro-independence parties urged to sign electoral pact ahead of Holyrood election

An SNP activist and long-time independence campaigner has called for an electoral pact between pro-independence parties ahead of the 2026 Holyrood…

The National (Scotland)

Labour accused of 'shipping' London councillor 650 miles to fight Highlands seat at Scottish elections

Eva Kestner has been chosen by Anas Sarwar’s party to contest the Holyrood constituency in 2026, despite living in London

Evening Standard

Stephen Flynn jokingly urges Keir Starmer to campaign in Hamilton by-election

The SNP’s Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has urged the Prime Minister to campaign in an upcoming Holyrood by-election ...

The National (Scotland)

SNP minister pans Labour for 'shipping in' London councillor to run against her

AN SNP minister has hit out at Scottish Labour for "shipping in" a London councillor to stand against her in the Holyrood election.

The National (Scotland)

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PFA Scotland chief predicts SFA and SPFL ‘fudge’, calls for overhaul of governance

IT is nearly nine years ago now since Fraser Wishart, the chief executive of footballer’s union PFA Scotland, was called through to Holyrood to…

The National (Scotland)

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)

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

Swinney urged to ‘end era of divisive gender politics’

Tory leader Russell Findlay’s plea came in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision last week on the definition of a woman in the Equality Act.

The Independent UK

Scots overwhelmingly back ban on greyhound racing, new poll finds

SCOTS support a complete ban on greyhound racing by two to one, a new poll has found as a bill aiming to outlaw the sport is lodged at Holyrood ...

The National (Scotland)

Scotland’s leaders pay tribute to ‘dedicated’ lifetime service of Pope Francis

Party leaders spoke about the late Pope during a motion of condolence at the Scottish Parliament.

Evening Standard

'Mansion tax' for £1m Scottish homes tabled at Holyrood

PROPOSALS which would bring in a “mansion tax” for Scottish property sales have been lodged at Holyrood.

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John Swinney issues statement following Nigel Farage's SNP Holyrood admission

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said there will be no deals “under any circumstances” between his party and Reform UK, after Nigel Farage…

Evening Standard

Sarwar: I would consider future gender reforms at Holyrood

The Scottish Labour leader said he has been ‘clear’ that ‘mistakes’ were made by his party when the legislation was previously approved.

The National (Scotland)

SNP announce Holyrood by-election candidate after death of Christina McKelvie

The SNP have announced their candidate for the upcoming Holyrood by-election being held after the death of Christina McKelvie MSP ...

The National (Scotland)

Inside story: Are the Scottish Greens at war? What conference showed

The Scottish Greens are currently engaged in what appears to be a bitter feud between members and the party leadership ...

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Ex-SNP policy chief launches Holyrood bid pledging to put 'independence first'

A FORMER senior SNP figure has launched a bid to become an MSP just nine months after losing out in the UK General Election.

The National (Scotland)

Use Holyrood 2026 as an independence campaign launchpad, urges ex-Yes researcher

A FORMER Yes Scotland researcher has urged SNP leadership to use the Holyrood 2026 elections as a launchpad for a permanent independence campaign

The National (Scotland)

Former Yes Scotland researcher launches Holyrood bid for SNP

A FORMER Yes Scotland researcher has been nominated by SNP members as a potential candidate in the Holyrood elections.

The Independent UK

Emotional Sturgeon hails ‘absolutely incredible friend’ Christina McKelvie

Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon shared her recollections of Ms McKelvie, who died last week.

The National (Scotland)

Jackie Baillie says Scottish Labour not 'in trouble' ahead of Holyrood elections

SCOTTISH Labour deputy Jackie Baillie has claimed her party is not “in trouble” ahead of the Holyrood elections due to the impact of Westminster…

The National (Scotland)

Emotional MSPs pay tribute to Christina McKelvie as Holyrood flags fly at half-mast

AN emotional presiding officer has led the tributes to Christina McKelvie at Holyrood ...

The Independent UK

MSPs weep in Holyrood chamber as tributes paid to minister Christina McKelvie

The 57-year-old died in hospital on Thursday morning, having been undergoing treatment for secondary breast cancer.

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