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Britain ‘in a better place today than we were yesterday’ despite fresh Trump tariffs, minister insists

The fresh tariffs announced hours before temporary 10 per cent levies expired

The Independent UK · Jul 24

‘Significant benefit’ expected as US removes tariffs on Scotch whisky exports

There will be a “significant benefit” for Scottish producers as US tariffs on imports of Scotch whisky are lifted from today, John Swinney has…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24

‘Significant benefit’ expected from removal of US tariffs on Scotch whisky

President Donald Trump announced the tariff would be lifted following the state visit of the King and Queen.

Evening Standard · Jul 24

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First Minister says green transition remains 'critical' to decision over new drilling

THE First Minister has said the “critical transition” on climate change must be considered in the question of further drilling in the North Sea,…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24

‘Critical’ climate change transition must be considered in North Sea – Swinney

The First Minister discussed the upcoming decisions on new North Sea projects.

Evening Standard · Jul 24

Scottish and Welsh leaders give verdicts on first meeting with Andy Burnham

THE First Ministers of Scotland and Wales have both given their verdicts on their first meetings with Andy Burnham – and both said that having a…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 23

PM Burnham will ‘engage’ on further devolution to Scotland, John Swinney says

The Scottish First Minister and SNP leader spoke after face to face talks with Andy Burnham on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Jul 23

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Andy Burnham 'won't overrule devolution' – but says referendum 'off limits'

PRIME Minister Andy Burnham has apparently committed not to overrule the Scottish Parliament in his bid for further devolution across the UK.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 23

Andy Burnham blocks Scottish media access during first official visit to Scotland

Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to "always" stay close to the people not one week ago. But a lot can change in six days ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 23

Andy Burnham urged to 'draw a line' and ban US forces from Scottish airports

Andy Burnham has been urged to block the US military from using Prestwick Airport and other UK bases as a launchpad for strikes on Iran

The National (Scotland) · Jul 23

Burnham to meet Swinney for first time as Prime Minister during Scotland visit

The Labour leader will travel north of the border for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Evening Standard · Jul 22

Andy Burnham rules out referendum talks with John Swinney during Scotland visit

The Prime Minister will meet with the Scottish First Minister during his visit to Scotland for the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Independent UK · Jul 22

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar made a lord and UK minister

First Minister of Scotland John Swinney hit out at the ‘hypocrisy’ of the expected appointment earlier on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · Jul 22

John Swinney pans Anas Sarwar's 'hypocrisy' over Lords seat and UK Government job

John Swinney has slammed the Prime Minister's decision to offer Anas Sarwar a seat in the Lords and a job in Westminster

The National (Scotland) · Jul 22

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Evening Standard · Jul 22

John Swinney urges Scots to compete with ‘pride and passion’ in Glasgow Games

The First Minister spoke out ahead of the Commonwealth Games getting under way on Thursday.

Evening Standard · Jul 22

Burnham exacerbating mistrust in politics with Sarwar appointment – Swinney

Anas Sarwar is expected to be appointed to the House of Lords and made a UK Government minister.

Evening Standard · Jul 22

Glasgow ‘ready’ to host Commonwealth Games, says John Swinney

The First Minister spoke ahead of the sporting tournament getting underway in Scotland’s largest city later this week.

Evening Standard · Jul 22

Sarwar appointment is ‘terrible look’ for PM Burnham, John Swinney says

The Scottish First Minister spoke out after it emerged Anas Sarwar is to quit as Scottish Labour leader to join the UK Government.

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The National (Scotland) · Jul 22

Commonwealth Games 'huge opportunity to showcase best of Scotland', Swinney says

THE Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will provide Scotland with a “huge opportunity” to showcase the best the country has to offer on the world…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

'It's so poor': Zack Polanski blasts Andy Burnham over indyref2 comments

ZACK Polanski has condemned Andy Burnham over his apparent refusal to grant a second Scottish independence referendum ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

How did Douglas Alexander manage to keep his job?

ANDY Burnham has promised change, but if his first 24 hours as Prime Minister are anything to go by, that doesn’t stretch quite as far north as…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

John Swinney says Cairngorms wildfire 'stark reminder' of climate change risks

THE First Minister has thanked the crews battling a large wildfire in the Cairngorms, saying the moment is a "stark reminder" of the risks…

Evening Standard · Jul 21

‘Agree to disagree’, Burnham tells Swinney on independence – source

The call was the first contact between the two leaders since the Prime Minister took office.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

Andy Burnham rules out 'further referendums' in first call with devolved leaders

PRIME Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out “further referendums” in calls with devolved leaders, Downing Street has said.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

John Swinney sets out independence mandate to Andy Burnham in first call with new PM

John Swinney has told the new Prime Minister that with a pro-independence majority in Holyrood, the future of Scotland must be "decided by the…

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