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John Swinney pledges to 'stand united' with Scottish farmers amid tax fears

First Minister John Swinney will pledge to “stand united with Scotland’s farmers” in the wake of tax changes proposed by the UK Government.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 7, 2025

Could independence bring back our lost Scottish railway lines?

Independence is needed in order to fast-track Scotland's potential.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 6, 2025

Tories 'in muddle' with row over donation to Stephen Flynn’s SNP branch, FM says

THE Scottish Tories are in a "muddle" over their criticism of approval being granted for a green energy project linked to a firm which has…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 6, 2025

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John Swinney answers SNP MSP's call to support 'unlawful' North Sea oil field

FIRST Minister John Swinney has declined to either support or oppose the development of the controversial Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields in…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 6, 2025

John Swinney tears into 'despicable' Scottish Tory pandering to Reform in FMQs clash

FIRST Minister John Swinney slammed Russell Findlay for his “despicable” politics pandering to Refrom UK as the Scottish Tory leader referred to…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 6, 2025

John Swinney rejects Scottish Labour's call to build nuclear plants in Scotland

ANAS Sarwar has called for nuclear energy projects to be built in Scotland, accusing the SNP of an “ideological block” on the technology ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 6, 2025

Donald Trump's officials walk back parts of proposal to ethnically cleanse Gaza

DONALD Trump’s officials have walked back on some parts of the US President’s proposal to ethnically cleanse Palestinians from Gaza ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 6, 2025

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Swinney hails ‘tremendous opportunities’ after Spanish takeover of yards

Spanish firm Navantia confirmed at the end of January it had acquired four Harland and Wolff sites across the UK.

Evening Standard · Feb 5, 2025

Trump’s suggestion US could ‘own’ Gaza completely unacceptable, says Swinney

The president told a White House news conference: ‘The US will take over the Gaza Strip…’

The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2025

Swinney and Yousaf hit out at Trump’s claim that US could ‘take over Gaza Strip’

The Scottish First Minister and his predecessor voiced concern in the wake of the US president’s remarks.

Evening Standard · Feb 5, 2025

Exasperated Swinney forced to deny he plans to ban cat ownership in Scotland

Independent report says domestic cats kill 27 million birds in the UK each year

The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2025

Scotland's First Minister condemns Donald Trump's Gaza ethnic cleansing plan

SCOTLAND’S First Minister John Swinney has condemned Donald Trump's “unacceptable and dangerous” plans for ethnic cleansing in Gaza ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 5, 2025

SNP avoids early election as it wins backing for budget at Holyrood

Scottish parliament supports minority government’s tax and spending plans after intensive negotiations

The Guardian - UK · Feb 4, 2025

Scottish Government Clarifies: No Plans To Ban Cats

Scottish government clarifies no plans to ban cats despite concerns over their impact on wildlife. Cats Protection charity advocates for pragmatic solution...

Anas Sarwar does not rule out accepting Reform UK support to be first minister

ANAS Sarwar has ruled out working with Reform UK in the next Scottish parliament – but did not rule out accepting their votes in order to become…

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2025

GB Energy says it may not meet pledge to employ 1,000 people ‘for 20 years’

Chair Jürgen Maier also refused to put a date on when the agency would bring down energy bills

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2025

Exasperated Swinney forced to deny he plans to ban cat ownership in Scotland

Keir Starmer’s spokesperson also rejects idea of UK ban after online misinformation prompted outrage

The National (Scotland) · Feb 3, 2025

Hydrogen-powered home is ‘exciting’ step in climate change fight, says John Swinney

John Swinney says the opening of the first hydrogen-powered homes at a demonstration facility in Fife is an “exciting project” which can help…

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Evening Standard · Feb 3, 2025

Swinney: Hydrogen-powered home is ‘exciting’ development in climate change fight

The First Minister predicted the heating systems of the future will involve both heat pumps and hydrogen.

Evening Standard · Feb 3, 2025

UK Government ‘hoodwinking’ public over GB Energy, says Swinney

The head of the new agency could not say in an interview on Monday when energy bills would reduce.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 3, 2025

John Swinney responds to media claim 'SNP considering banning cats'

FIRST Minister John Swinney has ruled out banning or restricting cats in Scotland ...

The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2025

Tributes paid to missing Huszti sisters after two bodies found in Aberdeen river

Scotland’s first minister John Swinney also posted his condolences on social media

The National (Scotland) · Feb 2, 2025

Scotland must 'roll out red carpet' for 'pro-UK' Donald Trump, says councillor

A SCOTTISH Reform councillor has said the country should be "rolling out the red carpet" for Donald Trump who he believes to be the…

The National (Scotland) · Jan 31, 2025

New Scotland 'top judge' appointed following 'long and distinguished' legal career

SCOTLAND’S new second top judge has been appointed following a “long and distinguished” legal career ...

The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2025

Scotland knows Brexit is holding Britain back. Why won’t Labour admit it?

Five years after we left the EU, people are still paying the price. We’re ready to work with Westminster to forge closer bonds with Europe, says Scotland’s first minister John Swinney

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