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Confusion at Holyrood as MSPs reject extending Reform UK's burqa ban debate

A DEBATE on Reform UK's proposal to introduce a ban on face coverings descended into confusion at Holyrood after MSPs rejected an attempt to extend proceedings to allow more members to speak

The National (Scotland) · 19h ago

Presiding Officer in brutal warning to Reform after walk-out stunt

THE Scottish Parliament's Presiding Officer has expressed his fury over Reform's walk-out stunt during Tuesday's independence…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 23

MSPs hear fears of ‘cuts upon cuts upon cuts’ ahead of Scottish Budget

Organisations including Police Scotland, Colleges Scotland and the Scottish Trades Union Congress raised concerns with Holyrood’s Finance Committee.

Evening Standard · Sep 23

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Reform MSPs in Holyrood walkout over independence debate ‘farce’

Malcolm Offord led his party out of the chamber, declaring the SNP-led discussion was ‘an insult to the Scottish electorate’.

Evening Standard · Sep 22

Holyrood overwhelmingly votes in favour of Scotland’s 'right to decide future'

A MAJORITY of MSPs have backed a motion affirming that Scotland has a right to decide its constitutional future ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 22

'National treasure' Alan Cumming honoured by MSPs after Emmys win

Alan Cumming has been honoured by MSPs following his third consecutive win at the Emmy Awards

The National (Scotland) · Sep 18

Increase in assaults against women on Caledonian Sleeper, MSPs told

There has been an increase in reports of assaults on women on the Caledonian Sleeper, MSPs have been told

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16

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ScotRail having 'daily calls' with app developer after 3000 complaints

SCOTRAIL'S managing director has apologised to travellers for difficulties with its new app, admitting to MSPs it “hasn’t been good…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16

Nicola Sturgeon and Val McDermid among 600 urging MSPs to stand up to far right

FORMER first minister Nicola Sturgeon, author Val McDermid, and actor Kate Dickie have signed an open letter to MSPs calling on them to tackle the…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 2

Revealed: Arms dealers in lobbying blitz at Holyrood after Israel pledge

THE arms industry ramped up its lobbying of MSPs and ministers after the Scottish Government announced a pause on public funding for firms supplying…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 23

Senior Reform MSP responds to 'laughing at Edinburgh terror attacks' allegations

A SENIOR Reform MSP has admitted laughing in the chamber as another parliamentarian spoke about terror-linked stabbings in Edinburgh – but denied…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 25

MSPs vote down Labour calls for Murrell inquiry at Holyrood

Scottish Labour’s Anas Sarwar said the crimes committed by Nicola Sturgeon’s ex-husband amounted to ‘the greatest political scandal since devolution’.

Evening Standard · Jun 10

Scottish Labour bid for SNP inquiry fails as MSPs back probe into ALL parties

A LABOUR bid for a Scottish Parliament inquiry into the Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal has failed after MSPs backed an inquiry into ALL…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 10

Scottish schools to be 'phone-free environments' under new law, SNP announce

SCOTTISH schools will become “phone-free environments” under new legislation, the SNP have said ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 2

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The Conversation · May 29

The Scottish electoral system has delivered its most disproportional result yet

In the event, the SNP did not win the overall majority First Minister John Swinney sought in the 2026 Scottish election. However, between them the SNP and the Greens won 73 seats, 57% of all MSPs. It is the largest ever contingent of pro-independence MSPs at Holyrood.

The National (Scotland) · May 25

MSPs question expert report into social class at Holyrood

MSPs have questioned an expert's report into social class at Holyrood after it concluded there is only one politician in the Scottish Parliament…

The National (Scotland) · May 24

MSPs urged to 'unite behind Scotland's right to decide' ahead of indyref2 vote

MSPs have been urged to 'unite behind Scotland’s right to decide' ahead of a vote to hold a second independence referendum ...

AAP · May 20

Coro and Leader Partner to Simplify Cybersecurity for Australian MSPs

CHICAGO, May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coro, the leading cybersecurity platform purpose-built for organizations with lean IT teams, today announced a strategic distribution partnership with Leader, one of Australia’s leading information and communication technology (ICT) distributors. Through this partnership, Leader’s nationwide network of managed service providers (MSPs) and reseller…

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Evening Standard · May 20

Gilruth appointed Deputy First Minister as Swinney reshuffles top team

The First Minister is appointing his new Cabinet.

The National (Scotland) · May 20

John Curtice reveals winners and losers of Scottish elections' voting system

REFORM UK would be Scotland’s second largest party behind the SNP while Labour and the Greens tied for third if the Scottish election system…

Evening Standard · May 20

Gilruth to be appointed Deputy First Minister by Swinney

The new Scottish Cabinet is being appointed.

Evening Standard · May 20

Swinney sworn in as First Minister ahead of Cabinet appointments

It comes after the SNP’s election victory earlier this month.

Evening Standard · May 20

Swinney to be sworn in as First Minister and appoint Cabinet

John Swinney will be sworn in at the Court of Session on Wednesday.

The National (Scotland) · May 19

Police body gives positive response to calls for new crowd control laws in Scotland

Scottish Police Federation general secretary David Kennedy has welcomed calls for MSPs to introduce new tailgating and pitch invasion laws.

The Independent UK · May 14

MSPs take oaths and Presiding Officer elected on day one of new Holyrood term

The first sitting day of the Parliament will take place on Thursday.

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