Scottish Tories attack baby box as 'SNP waste' that should be scrapped THE Scottish Tories have been slapped down after describing the baby box scheme as “SNP waste” ... The National (Scotland) · Dec 11, 2024
Ecocide bill to jail major polluters to be presented to Scottish Government A new law will be presented to Holyrood next year, which could result in major polluters facing up to 20 years in prison... The National (Scotland) · Dec 11, 2024
Next Holyrood election about 'hope' and SNP will be ready, says John Swinney The 2026 Holyrood election will be about hope, John Swinney has said, as he pledged that the SNP will be ready to fight it. The National (Scotland) · Dec 10, 2024
Nicola Sturgeon hits back as Russell Findlay claims she was 'hostile' to media NICOLA Sturgeon has hit back at Russell Findlay after he hit out at SNP-led Scottish governments for their handling of the media... The National (Scotland) · Dec 9, 2024
Major new independence poll could be breakthrough moment for Yes movement If the new poll showing support for independence at 54 had been conducted by one of the polling firms that typically show better results for Yes,… The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2024
Major independence poll lead 'shows Scots know better future possible' A NEW poll which shows support for independence is at its highest level in more than four years shows Scots know that “a better future as an… The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2024
John Swinney on track to lead pro-independence majority in Holyrood in new poll JOHN Swinney is on course to lead the SNP to a pro-independence majority in Holyrood following the announcement of next year's Budget, according to… The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2024
Angus MacNeil: Alba can make political breakthrough without Alex Salmond THE rise of Reform UK and the sudden fall of Labour in the polls shows Alba can be electorally successful despite the death of Alex Salmond, former… The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2024
We cannot wait for Labour to act on two-child benefit cap, says Swinney The Scottish First Minister said his Government will mitigate the policy in Scotland to help reduce child poverty. Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2024
Robison ‘not settling for £300m’ from Treasury for national insurance rise The Scottish Finance Secretary said she is ‘determined’ to get more cash to help the public sector fund increased contributions. Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2024
Two-child benefit cap to be scrapped in Scotland under Budget plans Finance Secretary Shona Robison also outlined record NHS and local government funding in her tax and spending plans for 2025/26. The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2024
Former SNP MP Angus MacNeil joins Alba and could stand for Holyrood FORMER SNP MP Angus MacNeil has joined Alba and could potentially stand as a candidate in the 2026 Holyrood election... The National (Scotland) · Dec 4, 2024
Shona Robison vows to ‘put people of Scotland first’ in Holyrood Budget The Scottish Finance Secretary will set out her draft tax and spending plans for 2025-26 to MSPs on Wednesday. Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2024
Holyrood rejects Scottish Labour's winter fuel scheme replacement bid SCOTTISH Labour’s proposals for a replacement to the Winter Fuel Payment have been rejected in a Holyrood vote. The National (Scotland) · Dec 3, 2024
The National (Scotland) · Dec 3, 2024 'Desperate': Greens reject Alba claims of dropping independence 'red line' THE Scottish Greens have hit out at Alba after they accused the party of dropping their independence "red line" in supporting the Budget…
The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2024 Scottish ministers mull tax rise for wealthy amid tricky budget decisions Finance secretary must find way to bring either Greens or Lib Dems onboard while plugging possible £200m shortfall
The National (Scotland) · Dec 2, 2024 Reform will help SNP at 2026 Holyrood elections, Scottish Tory leader claims The rise of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK will only help the SNP by splitting the vote, the leader of the Scottish Tories has claimed.
The National (Scotland) · Dec 1, 2024 Angus Robertson to steer SNP's 2026 Holyrood campaign SNP minister Angus Robertson will steer the party’s Holyrood election campaign, it has been announced...
The National (Scotland) · Dec 1, 2024 Reform insist Nigel Farage isn't 'scared' of Scotland despite snubbing Perth event REFORM UK have denied Nigel Farage is “scared” of Scotland after he failed to attend the party’s conference in Perth.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2024 Reform UK ‘bullish and optimistic’ as polls predict success in Scotland Recent polling puts party above 10%, which could result in up to 12 MSPs at next Scottish parliament elections
The National (Scotland) · Dec 1, 2024 Labour Budget 'treated Scotland as an afterthought', Finance Secretary says THE Scottish Government’s upcoming Budget will put more money in Scots’ pockets, the Finance Secretary has said, as she accused Labour of…
Evening Standard · Dec 1, 2024 Budget will set Scotland up to ‘win big’ in future, says Robison The Finance Secretary will outline the Scottish Government’s tax and spending plans in Holyrood on Wednesday.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 29, 2024 MSP behind Scottish assisted dying legislation ‘confident’ after Commons vote THE MSP behind the Scottish Bill to introduce assisted dying has said he is "confident" colleagues will back his bill in Holyrood,…
Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2024 MSP behind Scottish assisted dying Bill ‘delighted’ at Commons vote Liam McArthur’s Member’s Bill would bring about a similar change in the law north of the border.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 29, 2024 Why SNP MPs are not voting on Westminster assisted dying bill THE Commons today considers one of the biggest potential social changes in Britain since the legalisation of abortion.