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John Swinney predicts scores in Scotland's World Cup games

JOHN Swinney has predicted the exact scores in Scotland's World Cup games with just over a fortnight to go until the team kick off their campaign.

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John Swinney on what next for independence as UK Government rejects vote

JOHN Swinney has said he is looking at a “range of tactics” to “make it impossible” for the UK Government to refuse handing Scotland the…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney hints at 'abolition' of council tax – and says work has started

JOHN Swinney has hinted at the “abolition” of council tax – and said he will “consider” a four-day week for government workers ...

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Swinney vows he will not ‘kowtow to Downing Street’ over Scottish independence

The First Minister has insisted he will use the ‘independence majority’ at Holyrood.

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Electoral Commission issues statement on fears Peter Murrell embezzled public money

THE Electoral Commission has issued a statement in response to allegations that Peter Murrell may have embezzled taxpayer money ...

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney accused of trying to ‘shut down scrutiny’ of SNP and Peter Murrell

The Scottish First Minister faced questions at Holyrood after his party’s former chief executive admitted embezzling £400,000 from the SNP.

Evening Standard

No taxpayer money was embezzled by Peter Murrell, John Swinney tells heated FMQs

NO taxpayer money was embezzled by former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell, John Swinney insisted during a heated first session of First…

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MPs push for Westminster probe into Peter Murrell’s embezzlement

MPs are calling for a Westminster inquiry into SNP finances in the wake of Peter Murrell's embezzlement from the party if Holyrood does not

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John Swinney urged to replace 'outdated and unfair' council tax

SCOTLAND's new government must replace council tax and introduce a levy on private jets or "risk failing on poverty, public services and…

The National (Scotland)

Spike in US flights from Prestwick Airport shows need for ban, say Greens

THE Scottish Greens are renewing calls for the US to be banned from using Prestwick Airport after The National exclusively revealed its use spiked…

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Ministers may have to ‘pare back’ on election promises or make ‘trade-offs’

The Institute for Fiscal Studies issued the warning to the SNP in the wake of its recent Holyrood election win.

Evening Standard

John Swinney to seek Section 30 order for indyref2 in talks with Keir Starmer

JOHN Swinney will request a Section 30 order from the Prime Minister when they meet in “the next few weeks” following Holyrood calling for…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney rejects Labour calls for parliamentary probe into Murrell embezzlement

JOHN Swinney has rejected Labour calls for an independent investigation into SNP finances in the wake of Peter Murrell pleading guilty to…

The National (Scotland)

Swinney rejects calls for independent inquiry into Murrell SNP embezzlement

Former Scottish health secretary Alex Neil has joined those demanding a probe be carried out into the party’s processes.

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Humza Yousaf says Peter Murrell deserves ‘hefty’ sentence for embezzlement

Former first minister speaks out after SNP’s ex-chief executive pleaded guilty to stealing £400,000 from party UK politics live – latest updates

Evening Standard

SNP leadership ‘doesn’t have clue’ how to win independence – former minister

Former Scottish cabinet secretary said the SNP must focus on building support for independence rather than a ‘debate about process’ at Holyrood.

Evening Standard

Former SNP cabinet secretary calls for independent inquiry into party finances

Former SNP MSP Alex Neil added his voice to calls for an independent investigation to be carried out after Peter Murrell embezzled more than £400,000.

The Independent UK

SNP faces calls for independent inquiry into party finances after Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal

The disgraced chief executive spent more than £2,000 on designer salt and pepper shakers

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Energy must be in Scotland's own hands, SNP say as price cap set to increase

WESTMINSTER cannot be trusted with Scotland’s energy, the SNP have said after it was revealed the energy price cap will be increased in July ...

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First Minister John Swinney promises to deliver deposit help for first-time buyers

FIRST Minister John Swinney has promised to deliver “concrete help” with support for first time buyers ...

The National (Scotland)

Revealed: Surge in US military flights from Prestwick before latest Iran strikes

US military use of a Scottish airport spiked in the days before the latest strikes on Iran, The National can reveal ...

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Scottish independence rally held outside Holyrood after Section 30 vote

Independence campaigners gathered outside of Holyrood for a rally after MSPs backed John Swinney’s request for a Section 30 order from Westminster…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney says Jackie Baillie 'epitomises smears' amid fiery Peter Murrell clash

FIRST Minister John Swinney accused a Tory MSP of misleading parliament and Scottish Labour depute leader Jackie Baillie of lacking “decent…

Evening Standard

MSPs back John Swinney’s independence motion but Westminster rejects referendum

The Scottish Parliament has voted for Westminster to transfer powers to Holyrood to allow a second independence referendum to be held.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney says Holyrood vote marks start of push for indyref2 powers

“TODAY is the start of a process that I believe will lead Westminster to say yes to a referendum, and Scotland to a yes to independence,” John…

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