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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 · Dec 31, 2024

Babies 'freezing to death' in Gaza as John Swinney calls for end to suffering

FIRST Minister John Swinney has called for an end to the suffering in Gaza, following reports that several babies have frozen to death in tent camps…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 30, 2024

SNP's independence plan lacked 'any real credibility' at General Election, MP says

THE SNP’s independence strategy for the 2024 General Election did not have “any real credibility” with the Yes movement, the party’s deputy…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 29, 2024

John Swinney calls for 'peaceful and inclusive' solution in Syria

SCOTLAND'S First Minister has called for a “peaceful and inclusive” solution to the situation in Syria following the ousting of Bashar Assad ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 26, 2024

From child poverty to Gaza – Scottish parties issue Christmas Eve messages

The Scottish Government’s “utmost priority” is tackling child poverty, the First Minister has said in his Christmas message ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 24, 2024

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

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

The Independent UK · Dec 24, 2024

John Swinney reassures Scots over public safety at Christmas after Magdeburg attack

SCOTLAND'S First Minister has reassured Scots that “public safety and public security” are a priority for Christmas events following an attack…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 23, 2024

Swinney reassures Scots over public safety at Christmas after Magdeburg attack

Five people – including a nine-year-old boy – were killed and more than 200 injured in the attack in the German city.

Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2024

‘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’.

Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2024

Lack of growth in UK’s latest GDP figures ‘deeply alarming’, says Swinney

The First Minister accused the UK Government of making ‘mistakes’ in its budget which will exacerbate the problem.

Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2024