Diversion from prosecution cases at highest level on record – figures The Tories have hit out at the stats saying they show the Scottish Government’s ‘soft-touch justice approach’. The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2023
UK's intervention in Scottish gender laws could become 'powder keg' in nation's push for full independence Jasper is one of a minority of people stuck in the crosshairs of a constitutional war between the UK and Scotland over a proposed gender recognition reform bill. ABC News · Jan 23, 2023
Westminster’s move to block gender bill is ‘full-frontal attack’ on Scottish parliament, says Sturgeon – as it happened Nicola Sturgeon says Scottish government will defend its legislation ‘and stand up for Scotland’s parliament’ The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2023
Tory MSP: Blocking gender bill would be 'gift' to independence movement A TORY MSP has warned the Prime Minister that the blocking of Scotland’s Gender Recognition Reform Bill would be a “gift to proponents of… The National (Scotland) · Jan 16, 2023
Tory tactics force Holyrood gender reform bill into THIRD day of debate MSPs have been debating a series of amendments to the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Act for two days - with Tories dragging out proceedings The National (Scotland) · Dec 21, 2022
Scotland poised to pass law to let people aged 16 and 17 change sex on birth certificate Crunch vote looms after marathon Holyrood debate in which only half of tabled amendments were discussed The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2022
Cross-party MSPs aim to ease concerns over gender recognition bill Group tables amendments amid fears men could abuse the changes, as UN expert urges Holyrood not to delay or water down new law The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2022
Lockerbie bombing suspect not facing charges in Scotland, Lord Advocate says THE man suspected of being the Lockerbie bombmaker, who is detained in the US, is not currently facing criminal proceedings in Scotland, the Lord… The National (Scotland) · Dec 13, 2022
Lord Advocate: Lockerbie bombing suspect not facing charges in Scotland The country’s top law officer told Holyrood that Abu Agila Mohammad Mas’ud Kheir Al-Marimi is not currently facing charges. The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2022
Justice Secretary has ‘no intention’ of 4000 police leaving amid budget squeeze SCOTLAND'S Justice Secretary has said he has “no intention” of overseeing a budget that sees 4000 police officers leaving the force, or… The National (Scotland) · Nov 23, 2022
Tory MSP breaks from party to back Scottish Government's gender reforms SCOTTISH Tory MSP Jamie Greene has said he WILL vote in favour of the Gender Recognition Reform Bill despite the majority of his colleagues opposing… The National (Scotland) · Oct 27, 2022
Ayrshire Tory backs new law to tackle dog theft Animal welfare charities reckon dog thefts went up 170 percent during lockdown. Daily Record · Oct 26, 2022
7 Scottish Conservative MSPs who could become next leader if Douglas Ross quits A tough year in office for Douglas Ross means speculation is mounting over his future. A senior Tory told the Record: "If you think Douglas is bad, the alternatives are even worse". Daily Record · Oct 6, 2022
Concerns raised over potential loss of senior Police Scotland figures The Scottish Police Authority is expecting more senior officers to retire in the coming months. The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2022
Daily Record · Aug 7, 2022 RAH assault victim blasts "failings" which led to his attacker walking free Case against Robert McLellan's attacker failed after a prosecution blunder
The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2022 Doncaster’s residents brave unprecedented temperatures Temperatures hovered around the 40C mark in the city.
Daily Mirror · Jul 1, 2022 Theresa May clashes with Boris Johnson over his refusal to ban trans conversion therapy Boris Johnson's predecessor warned the issue must not be allowed to 'slide' after it was left out of a crucial Bill
The Guardian - UK · Jul 1, 2022 Theresa May calls for ban on transgender conversion practices Former Tory prime minister tells government ‘the matter must not be allowed to slide’
The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2022 Theresa May urges Boris Johnson to ban transgender conversion therapy The Government has said transgender conversion therapy will not be banned under proposed legislation.
Daily Record · Jun 29, 2022 Restrictions on sale and use of fireworks passed by MSPs The new Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Bill is intended to reduce harm and injuries
The Independent UK · Jun 9, 2022 Mother and son with autism stuck in Caribbean for three weeks after episode on plane prompts airline refusal to fly them home ‘I gave him gentle nudge and we made it to our seats, then he lost control’
The National (Scotland) · Jun 9, 2022 New legislation proposing to reform imprisonment and bail published NEW legislation which proposes changes to the way imprisonment is used in Scotland has been published.
Glasgow Live · May 26, 2022 Woman comes face to face with brother's killer after his release from prison on work placement Leslie Jones is calling for changes in the law to prevent the families of victims encountering murderers in the local community. Leslie's brother, Tony Blair, was murdered in Airdrie after John McAvoy set fire to his home.
Insider UK · May 18, 2022 Six Scottish islands announced for carbon neutral project Government-backed project aims to get island communities carbon free by 2040
Insider UK · May 18, 2022 ‘Good progress’ being made on outstanding ferry issues – Forbes Finance Secretary faced calls to put her job on the line if the Glen Sannox was not delivered by this time next year