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SNP MP blasts 'Unionist cronies and aristocrats' plotting Peter Murrell probe

CALLS for a Lords probe into the SNP over the Peter Murrell scandal have been dismissed by an MP.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour facing leadership fight ‘it could have done without’, MP says

Labour MP Michael Shanks said the timing of Anas Sarwar’s move from Holyrood to the House of Lords had been a ‘surprise’.

Evening Standard

Anas Sarwar insists Lords should still be abolished despite taking seat

ANAS Sarwar has maintained that he believes the House of Lords should be abolished, despite now holding a seat in the chamber

The National (Scotland)

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Anas Sarwar's reputation 'in bits' after 'self-serving' Lords move, union boss warns

Anas Sarwar’s reputation is now 'in bits' after his 'self-serving decision to cut and run to London', a trade union leader has…

The National (Scotland)

Lord Sarwar and Scottish Labour spin machine think voters won’t spot the con

SCOTTISH Labour politicians have gone to outrageous lengths trying to spin the fallout from Anas Sarwar swanning off to the House of Lords.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour to reflect on ‘deeper questions’ following election defeat

The contest to elect a new Scottish Labour leader is yet to get under way.

Evening Standard

Jackie Baillie claims Anas Sarwar's Lords appointment is 'about rewarding talent'

SCOTTISH Labour's acting leader has described Anas Sarwar's appointment in the House of Lords as an "offer you can't…

The National (Scotland)

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Read Anas Sarwar's statement on quitting Holyrood to join the Lords in full

ANAS Sarwar’s journey to the House of Lords has been confirmed, with the UK Government announcing on Wednesday evening that he would become a…

The National (Scotland)

Monica Lennon speaks on Scottish Labour leadership bid after Anas Sarwar's exit

FORMER Scottish Labour leadership contender Monica Lennon has not ruled out a second bid for the position after Anas Sarwar quits Holyrood to join…

The National (Scotland)

How the making of 'Lord Anas Sarwar' tells you everything about today's Labour

ANAS Sarwar’s ascent to the House of Lords is great news for young Scottish kids ...

The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar faces questions over Lords 'reward' for Keir Starmer betrayal

ANAS Sarwar is under pressure to reveal whether his elevation to the House of Lords is a reward for betraying Keir Starmer, amid calls for his…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney pans Anas Sarwar's 'hypocrisy' over Lords seat and UK Government job

John Swinney has slammed the Prime Minister's decision to offer Anas Sarwar a seat in the Lords and a job in Westminster

The National (Scotland)

Burnham exacerbating mistrust in politics with Sarwar appointment – Swinney

Anas Sarwar is expected to be appointed to the House of Lords and made a UK Government minister.

Evening Standard

Anas Sarwar branded a ‘chancer’ over expected Lords switch

Mr Sarwar is expected to stand down as Scottish Labour leader and as an MSP to sit in the House of Lords.

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Anas Sarwar to step down as Scottish Labour leader and join Andy Burnham’s government in new role

Mr Sarwar will swap Holyrood for the House of Lords and a ministerial role, leaving Scottish Labour looking for a new leader

Evening Standard

Anas Sarwar to quit as Scottish Labour leader to join Burnham’s government

Anas Sarwar will swap Holyrood for the House of Lords and a ministerial role, leaving Scottish Labour looking for a new leader.

The Independent UK

New Prime Minister Andy Burnham urged to ‘come clean’ on government plans by Tories

‘Andy Burnham is running scared of Parliamentary scrutiny because he hasn’t done the hard work to craft a coherent plan for Government,’ Lord True stated

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan peerage: 'Hypocrisy, disastrous, brilliant' - reactions to London Mayor going to Lords

Politicians in London are deeply divided over the peerage for Sir Sadiq

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Can Sadiq Khan Be Mayor and a Lord? Here's What His Surprise House of Lords Appointment Means

Sadiq Khan, London Mayor, has been nominated for a life peerage, allowing him to serve as both mayor and Labour Lord, sparking debate on House of Lords reform.

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer makes Sadiq Khan a peer in the House of Lords

Appointment by the outgoing prime minister potentially opens door for London mayor to join Burnham cabinet

The Guardian - UK

Burnham urged to drop ‘flawed’ plans that may let developers bypass environment laws for £1

Exclusive: allowing firms to dodge biodiversity protections by paying into levy will harm nature and economy, say 100 experts in letter

The Guardian - UK

Tories deny purge as Lord Barwell hits back after losing party whip

Former minister says decision suggests ‘intolerance of criticism’ but source says it was for problems with conduct

Evening Standard

OPINION - Labour’s abuse of Parliament must stop

Andy Burnham seems just as keen as Keir Starmer to support rapid social and constitutional change proceeding without proper scrutiny, writes Conservative peer Ross Kempsell

The National (Scotland)

Former Scottish secretary Alister Jack asks UK Government to cut Holyrood's powers

FORMER Scottish secretary Alister Jack has asked the UK Government to review what is devolved to the Scottish Parliament and cut its powers ...

The Guardian - UK

Legislation proposed to stop lawsuits used to silence journalists and whistleblowers

Private members’ bills to crack down on use of Slapps are likely to attract cross-party support

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