The Latest Breaking News from Holyrood

Swinney: Sarwar’s words count for nothing amid ‘return to austerity’ with cuts

Scotland’s First Minister said Labour is ‘punishing the most vulnerable in our society’.

The Independent UK · Mar 19, 2025

John Swinney responds to poll predicting pro-independence majority at Holyrood

 FIRST Minister John Swinney has said recent polling indicating Holyrood would have a pro-independence majority in 2026 shows “all you need to…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 19, 2025

Sturgeon says her book Frankly will be candid about ‘mistakes and triumphs’

The former first minister said her memoirs will be released on August 14.

Evening Standard · Mar 19, 2025

Welfare reforms will be ‘devastating’ for disabled, Shirley-Anne Somerville says

The Scottish Social Justice Secretary spoke out after the UK Government set out a series of reforms to the welfare system.

Evening Standard · Mar 18, 2025

Alyn Smith announces plan to stand in Holyrood election

Former SNP MP Alyn Smith has announced his plans to stand in next year's Holyrood election ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 17, 2025

SNP MP denies 'talent drain' with more than 20 party MSPs to quit in 2026

THERE is a “huge amount of talent” among proposed SNP candidates for next year’s Holyrood election despite a raft of resigning MSPs ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 17, 2025

SNP proposed candidates for Holyrood election show ‘huge’ talent, says Blackman

Former health secretary Michael Matheson is the latest MSP to announce he will not stand next year.

Evening Standard · Mar 17, 2025

Stephen Flynn passes SNP Holyrood election vetting alongside current and ex-MPs

The potential candidates still face a fight for selection before they can stand in a seat next year.

Evening Standard · Mar 14, 2025

Stephen Flynn among SNP MPs and former MPs approved for 2026 candidacy

STEPHEN FLYNN is among a host of current and former MPs who have been accepted as potential SNP candidates for the 2026 Holyrood election ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 14, 2025

We know Nicola Sturgeon will stand down next year. But don’t write her off just yet

For all the challenges, flaws and failures, there was a symbolism to her tenure that still engages the public and inspires younger activists, says Guardian writer Libby Brooks

The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2025