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Review of the year: What happened in Scottish politics in 2024?

AT the start of 2024, Humza Yousaf was the first minister, the SNP and Greens were partners in the Scottish Government, the SNP had 48 MPs at…

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The Scottish political year in review

With a new First Minister, a general election, and the death of a ‘monumental’ political figure, it has been a memorable year in Scottish politics.

Evening Standard

In Pictures: Northern lights, Taylor Swift and a frozen troot – Scotland in 2024

The best of the images from across the country for the past 12 months.

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Newborn interrupts Christmas Eve movie night

The little one was born at 5.16am on Christmas Day, despite a January 2 due date.

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In Pictures: Foam, fire and festivals – the lighter side of 2024

Crazy races and fiery processions helped raise spirits through a difficult year.

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Stopping child poverty is ‘utmost priority’ Swinney says in Christmas message

The First Minister’s Christmas card proceeds will go to charity Children First.

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‘Vital’ to address Lord Advocate’s concerns on length of Eljamel probe – Swinney

Scotland’s top prosecutor Dorothy Bain KC said the seven-year investigation into the neurosurgeon had gone on for ‘far too long’.

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What is the meaning behind Auld Lang Syne and why do we sing it at Hogmanay?

Here is the meaning behind the Robert Burns poem Auld Lang Syne and why we sing at Hogmanay.

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I doubt I could have survived general election result – Yousaf

The former first minister has reflected on his fateful decision to end the SNP’s powersharing deal with the Scottish Greens.

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Jack Butland on how harsh home truths after Dundee United draw led to Rangers revival

Jack Butland has revealed how hearing some harsh home truths after the draw with Dundee United last month sparked the Rangers revival.

The National (Scotland)

Fatal accident inquiry to be held into rail derailment that killed three people

The incident occurred near Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, in August 2020.

Evening Standard

John Swinney to auction Christmas card picture to help children’s charity

The First Minister has chosen a picture by PA Media photographer Jane Barlow for his official card, which will raise money for Children First.

Evening Standard

John Curtice responds to major Scottish independence poll lead

New research giving a healthy lead for Scottish independence underlines the drift in Yes support and support for the SNP, according to a top polling…

The National (Scotland)

Voting against the Budget will be ‘albatross’ around Labour’s neck, says Swinney

The SNP remain short of a majority and will have to seek support from other parties to pass the Budget.

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What is the meaning behind Auld Lang Syne and why do we sing it at Hogmanay?

Here is the meaning behind the Robert Burns poem Auld Lang Syne and why we sing at Hogmanay.

Evening Standard

Swinney and Brown at memorial service for ‘giant of a man’ Alex Salmond

The former prime minister and current Scottish First Minister were among the congregation at a memorial service in Edinburgh on St Andrew’s Day.

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John Swinney and Gordon Brown at Alex Salmond memorial service

First Minister John Swinney and former prime minister Gordon Brown are at the service at St Giles’ Cathedral in the Scottish capital.

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Political leaders to pay tribute to Alex Salmond at memorial service

Former first minister Alex Salmond died in North Macedonia in October

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Hearse carrying coffin of Janey Godley showered with roses along Royal Mile

It was part of the late comedian’s ‘final tour’ ahead of her funeral on Saturday.

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Agriculture funding change sent shock waves through Scottish farming, says NFU

Hundreds of farmers, crofters and agricultural workers protested outside the Scottish Parliament on Thursday

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Local government workers accept pay offer, says Unison

It came after non-teaching staff in John Swinney’s constituency closed schools with strike action.

The Independent UK

Years of low levels of investment have held Scotland back, Kate Forbes says

The Deputy First Minister and Economy Secretary said private investment is ‘essential’ to growing the economy.

The Independent UK

New coalition calls for ‘overhaul’ of Scotland’s devolved taxes

The group Tax Justice Scotland said that simply ‘tweaking’ the current system risks ‘failing’ communities.

Evening Standard

Storm Bert set to bring travel disruption and flooding

The country is braced for the storm’s arrival on Saturday, with several weather warnings coming into effect following a cold snap.

Evening Standard

In Pictures: Balmoral blanketed in snow as Scotland faces worst of the cold snap

More than 54 schools shut in the Highland Council region on Friday because of the snow and at least 27 more closed in Aberdeenshire.

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