John Swinney to 'set out vision for Scotland' in St Andrew's Day speech The First Minister is set to “lay out his vision for Scotland” in an upcoming St Andrew’s Day speech ... The National (Scotland) · Nov 24, 2024
Mhairi Black: SNP Scottish Government has 'made an arse' of policy delivery FORMER SNP MP Mhairi Black has said the Scottish Government has “made an arse” of delivering policies... The National (Scotland) · Nov 22, 2024
Anas Sarwar named Scottish Politician of the Year SCOTTISH Labour leader Anas Sarwar has been named Scottish Politician of the Year, collecting the award for the second time in three years... The National (Scotland) · Nov 22, 2024
Flynn is a star with immense talent, says Swinney amid double-jobbing row The First Minister said being an MP and MSP is ‘very demanding’, when asked about the SNP Westminster leader’s career ambitions. The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2024
John Swinney slams Russell Findlay over ‘£950m gaping hole’ in tax cut proposals JOHN Swinney has slammed Russell Findlay over a “£950m gaping hole” in his party’s tax cut proposals... The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2024
John Swinney responds to ICC issuing arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu JOHN Swinney has responded to the International Criminal Court issuing an arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu ... The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2024
Former deputy prime minister John Prescott dies aged 86 after Alzheimer's battle FORMER deputy prime minister John Prescott has died aged 86 following a battle with Alzheimer’s... The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2024
Arts sector urges ministers to outline timetable to #InvestInCulture Members of Garbage and Idlewild are among those backing the campaign. Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2024
‘We’ve all moved on’: John Swinney reacts as Eric Trump brands Harris support 'nasty' JOHN Swinney has said “we’ve all moved on” from the US presidential election, as he responded to Eric Trump’s comments about the First… The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2024
Donald Trump's Scotland visit 'should be met with mass protests' DONALD Trump’s visit to Scotland is unwelcome and should be met with mass protests, the Scottish Greens have said... The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2024
Swinney says ‘we’ve all moved on’ after Eric Trump criticises support for Harris The son of the US president-elect said it was ‘nasty’ of the First Minister to endorse his Democrat rival before the election. The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2024
'No plans' to fill nations and regions role left vacant by Sue Gray IAN Murray has confirmed there are no plans to fill the vacant role of “envoy to the nations and regions” after Sue Gray rejected taking it up. The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2024
Donald Trump's son labels John Swinney 'nasty' as president-elect 'to visit Scotland' IT was “nasty” for John Swinney to endorse Donald Trump’s rival in the US presidential election, the president-elect’s son has said ... The National (Scotland) · Nov 19, 2024
Trump’s son says Swinney was ‘nasty’ for supporting Kamala Harris in US election Eric Trump made the comments in an interview with the PA news agency at the Trump International Golf Links in Balmedie, Aberdeenshire. Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024
The National (Scotland) · Nov 19, 2024 SNP are in ‘financially strong’ position, says John Swinney JOHN Swinney has said that the SNP are “financially strong” in the wake of an announcement its staff numbers could be cut from 26 to 16 ...
Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024 SNP in ‘financially strong’ position, First Minister insists On Saturday, the SNP national executive committee agreed to consult on a proposal to ‘streamline’ staffing.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 19, 2024 Tories demand almost £1 billion in tax cuts from SNP's Scottish Budget THE Conservatives have proposed almost £1 billion worth of tax cuts for the upcoming Scottish Budget ...
The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2024 ‘Not a pleasant situation’, says Flynn as he defends Holyrood decision The Aberdeen South and North Kincardine seat is currently held by Audrey Nicoll.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 17, 2024 'That's a lie': Stephen Flynn addresses SNP 'anger' over Holyrood bid STEPHEN Flynn has addressed “anger” within the SNP at his decision to bid for a Holyrood seat while retaining his place at Westminster ...
The National (Scotland) · Nov 17, 2024 John Curtice on whether MPs 'double-jobbing' could affect SNP in 2026 Holyrood vote PROFESSOR John Curtice has given his verdict on whether SNP MPs looking to 'double-job' could have an impact on ...
The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2024 What's to gain from Scotland's 'special relationship' with the US? This week's edition of the In Common newsletter comes from Kaitlyn Dryburgh.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2024 John Swinney responds to Scottish fears around 'smart meter divide' JOHN Swinney has responded to fears around a "smart meter divide" between Scotland and England.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2024 John Swinney slams Tory 'rank hypocrisy' after National Care Service put on hold THE First Minister has hit out at Tory “rank hypocrisy” after being scrutinised on the National Care Service being put on hold at First…
The National (Scotland) · Nov 13, 2024 'We can't keep changing rules': Activists split over SNP MPs applying for Holyrood ACTIVSTS across SNP and Scottish independence circles are split on whether an MP should hold on to their seat at Westminster if they are elected…
Evening Standard · Nov 13, 2024 Swinney gives ‘cast-iron’ guarantee to return £46m to farming sector The cash was taken from the agriculture budget to ease the cost-of-living crisis in Scotland.