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'German-style councils for Scotland? This is what Andy Burnham told me'

A TOP lawyer who interviewed Andy Burnham before he became Prime Minister has called on the Labour leader to bring in German-style federalism to the UK.

The National (Scotland) · 10h ago

Scottish Labour’s new leader backs Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gasfields

Michael Marra supports development of the North Sea sites, calling for a ‘more rational’ approach to energy policy

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19

Ross Greer hits out at 'confusion' after Holyrood vote on AI data centre moratorium

ROSS Greer has hit out at what he called “confusion” over the Scottish Government’s position on a moratorium for hyperscale data centres after…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17

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John Swinney vows action ahead of Holyrood debate on violence against women and girls

John Swinney has pledged his Government will work 'to ensure women and girls can live their lives free from all forms of men's…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 15

How to watch John Swinney's Programme for Government

FIRST Minister John Swinney will set out his legislative agenda for the next 12 months in the Scottish Parliament.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 1

SNP members' fury as party 'blocks independence strategy debate at conference'

THE SNP leadership has been accused of “shutting down debate” after multiple draft resolutions on the party's future independence strategy…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27

Scottish Labour risk irrelevance with a leadership coronation not a contest

A SCOTTISH Labour councillor has complained to the UK equalities watchdog in the latest twist of the party’s bizarre leadership contest.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 10

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Scottish Labour’s rivals decry ‘chancer’ Anas Sarwar for resigning to join Andy Burnham’s government

New prime minister has made Sarwar – the first senior Labour figure to call for Keir Starmer’s resignation – a peer

The Guardian - UK · Jul 22

Anas Sarwar to step down as Scottish Labour leader and join Andy Burnham’s government in new role

Mr Sarwar will swap Holyrood for the House of Lords and a ministerial role, leaving Scottish Labour looking for a new leader

The Independent UK · Jul 21

Who will replace Anas Sarwar as Scottish Labour leader? The runners and riders

WITH Anas Sarwar set to resign and join Andy Burnham's government in Westminster, who is likely to take over the reins in Holyrood?

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

Pressure mounts as AI data centre anger now 'impossible to ignore' in Holyrood

Campaigners have said community backlash against AI data centres in Scotland is now 'impossible to ignore' ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 7

Dundee MP hits back after Andy Burnham claim city is 'distant' from Holyrood

A DUNDEE MP has slated Andy Burnham after he claimed the people of the city "feel distant" from Holyrood.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 29

Holyrood to crack down on MSPs working from home and abroad

HOLYROOD will crack down on MSPs working from home or abroad, the new Presiding Officer has said.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26

Presiding Officer responds after journalist backlash to Holyrood ‘media pen’

HOLYROOD’S Presiding Officer has responded after backlash from journalists over new restrictions.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 22

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The National (Scotland) · Jun 5

Labour peer says Westminster should 'consider withdrawing Holyrood powers'

A Labour peer has said Westminster should consider rolling back devolved powers if the SNP does not cooperate with an inquiry into the party's…

The Conversation · May 29

The Scottish electoral system has delivered its most disproportional result yet

In the event, the SNP did not win the overall majority First Minister John Swinney sought in the 2026 Scottish election. However, between them the SNP and the Greens won 73 seats, 57% of all MSPs. It is the largest ever contingent of pro-independence MSPs at Holyrood.

The National (Scotland) · May 21

Scots urged to rally at Holyrood as MSPs set to vote on independence motion

PEOPLE are being urged to rally outside Holyrood next week to coincide with a motion on Scottish independence being voted on

Evening Standard · May 20

Swinney sworn in as First Minister ahead of Cabinet appointments

It comes after the SNP’s election victory earlier this month.

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Evening Standard · May 20

Swinney to be sworn in as First Minister and appoint Cabinet

John Swinney will be sworn in at the Court of Session on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · May 11

Swinney: Government will work on cross-party co-operation – but not with Reform

Reform UK has accused the First Minister of ‘political posturing’.

Evening Standard · Apr 27

Swinney vows to ‘hit the ground running’ on independence in next Parliament

The SNP leader is promising action in Holyrood on independence on the first sitting day after a new government is established.

The Independent UK · Apr 10

Reform takes aim at Keir Starmer with new local election slogan

Nigel Farage unveiled Reform UK's local election slogan, 'Vote Reform. Get Starmer out,' targeting Sir Keir Starmer. Farage branded Sir Keir the 'most unpopular prime minister in living memory' and the 'least patriotic prime minister in history'. The slogan will be used ahead of the May elections in Wales, Scotland,…

Evening Standard · Mar 19

Nicola Sturgeon says leaving Holyrood is a ‘wrench’ as she makes final speech

The former first minister of Scotland is stepping down from Holyrood at the next election.

Evening Standard · Feb 26

Holyrood sets date for final debate on Assisted Dying Bill

MSPs will begin considering amendments to the proposed legislation on March 10, with a final vote expected to take place on March 17.

Evening Standard · Feb 8

I’d consider being deputy first minister if asked, says McAllan

With Kate Forbes leaving Holyrood in May, her role will require a new filling if the SNP returns to power.

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