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Sarwar to slam ‘knackered, desperate and incompetent’ SNP at Labour conference

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar will make his keynote address to the UK party conference in Liverpool on Sunday.

Evening Standard

Scotland going ‘backwards’ after almost 20 years of SNP rule, Alexander to claim

The Scottish Secretary will use his speech to the Labour conference on Sunday to hit out at the Scottish Government.

Evening Standard

Where do Scotland's political parties stand on Westminster plans for digital ID?

SCOTLAND’S political parties have united in opposition to Keir Starmer’s plans for digital ID - except Scottish Labour.

The National (Scotland)

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John Swinney did not raise Scottish independence with Donald Trump in Oval Office

John Swinney did not raise Scottish independence with Donald Trump in the Oval Office, the Scottish Government has confirmed.

The National (Scotland)

Tributes paid to ‘guiding light’ Lord Menzies Campbell

The former Liberal Democrat leader and veteran politician has died aged 84.

Evening Standard

Swinney accused of ‘playing politics’ over UK Government’s digital ID plan

Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander dismissed claims from the First Minister that the scheme will be called a ‘BritCard’.

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer defends plans for mandatory digital ID amid fierce backlash

KEIR Starmer has defended plans for a new digital ID held on people’s phones as an “enormous opportunity” for the UK amid a fierce backlash ...

The National (Scotland)

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Starmer insists he will lead Labour into Scottish elections amid speculation

The Prime Minister also denied he had ruined Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar’s chances of becoming first minister.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer more unpopular than Donald Trump in Scotland, new poll suggests

PRIME Minister Keir Starmer is more unpopular in Scotland than Donald Trump, a new poll has suggested

The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar refuses to back Keir Starmer amid Andy Burnham leadership bid rumours

SCOTTISH Labour leader Anas Sarwar has refused to back the Prime Minister as Andy Burnham hinted at a potential future bid for the top job.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney refutes reports he will ask Reform UK for Budget deal

THE First Minister has refuted reports that he will enter into negotiations with Reform UK to pass the Scottish Budget.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney slams Jackie Baillie 'hypocrisy' in feisty NHS waiting times debate

JOHN Swinney hit out at Jackie Baillie for “hypocrisy” at FMQs after she accused the Scottish Government of "fiddling" with NHS…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour leader refuses to pledge full confidence in Starmer

Anas Sarwar has previously been a key ally of the Prime Minister north of the border.

Evening Standard

Scottish Government to intervene in STV plans to axe jobs and Aberdeen show

FIRST Minister John Swinney confirmed that the Scottish Government will “engage” with STV and trade unions after the broadcaster announced a…

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Scottish Government ‘actively harming’ business innovation, Tories claim

But First Minister John Swinney said growth in Scotland ‘has been stronger’ than in the rest of the UK.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney mocks Russell Findlay for 'making economic case for independence'

JOHN Swinney has mocked Russell Findlay for “making the economic case for independence” in an exchange relating to business innovation.

The Independent UK

Russia is a ‘rogue state’, says Swinney

Russia has been accused of violating the airspace of Nato members in recent weeks.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney responds as indy plan faces wrecking amendment from rebel SNP members

John Swinney has responded after it was confirmed an SNP rebel amendment which could wreck his own independence plans will be debated at the party's…

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'Completely reckless': John Swinney condemns Nigel Farage autism comments

John Swinney has slammed Nigel Farage's comments on the link between autism and paracetamol as "completely reckless" ...

The National (Scotland)

Expansion of poverty programme to deliver ‘lasting change,’ announced by John Swinney

FIRST Minister John Swinney has announced an expansion of the integrated poverty support programme in Scotland ...

The National (Scotland)

John Curtice offers 2026 Holyrood election prediction after new poll

PROFESSOR John Curtice has given his verdict on new polling giving the SNP a major lead in Holyrood and Westminster voting intention ...

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney independence plan faces wrecking attempt by rebel SNP members

JOHN Swinney’s independence strategy is facing a wrecking amendment from rebel members, the party’s conference agenda has revealed.

The National (Scotland)

Jamie Hepburn apologises to MSPs after Douglas Ross row

JAMIE Hepburn has apologised for his conduct following allegations of “assault” by Douglas Ross.

The Guardian - UK

A glut of VIPs and a heckled minister see Palestinian flag raised at London’s newest embassy

Ambassador welcomes historic event with MPs keen to be seen but minister faces awkward crowd

The National (Scotland)

'Just the first step': John Swinney joins Palestinian Mission for 'historic' moment

JOHN Swinney has renewed calls for an end to arms sales to Israel as he attended a ceremony celebrating the UK’s recognition of the state of…

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