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The Latest Breaking News from MSPs

Animal activists hail Holyrood move to firm up anti-hunting laws

Campaigners welcome vote by MSPs to close loopholes they say were smokescreen for illegal foxhunting

The Guardian - UK

Scottish salmon farms' death toll of 15 million sparks MSP calls for urgent inquest

Opposition MSPs hit out at "alarming" and "horrendous" stats after the mortality rate on fish farms nearly doubled in a year.

Daily Record

Cambo oil field should go ahead if it meets climate checks, says SNP's Stephen Flynn

Nicola Sturgeon said that the oil field should not be given the "green light" in 2021

The National (Scotland)

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Scotland's rent freeze set to be extended as 'necessary' for tenants, minister says

Tenants' rights minister Patrick Harvie told MSPs he will recommend that MSPs approve an extension to the freeze on private rent rises.

The National (Scotland)

Holyrood backs motion that UK should 'respect Scotland's right' to hold indyref2

Constitution Secretary Angus Robertson led the independence debate on behalf of the Scottish Government

The National (Scotland)

MSPs to get 1.5 per cent pay rise – here's how much they'll earn now

MSPs will receive a below-inflation pay rise this year, Holyrood’s governing body has decided.

The National (Scotland)

Tory tactics force Holyrood gender reform bill into THIRD day of debate

MSPs have been debating a series of amendments to the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Act for two days - with Tories dragging out proceedings

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Activists urge MSPs to back new gender reform Bill ahead of debate

Trans rights activists gathered outside the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday ahead of a session to discuss possible amendments.

The Independent UK

Scottish recession could be shallower than the rest of the UK, MSPs are told

Rebound in North Sea earnings could also boost Scotland’s relative economic performance

Insider UK

Scotland’s recession may be shallower than elsewhere in UK , MSPs told

SCOTLAND may experience a slightly shallower recession than the rest of the UK, experts have told MSPs ...

The National (Scotland)

Gender debate used as ‘proxy’ for transgender discrimination, UN expert tells MSPs

A UN expert has told MSPs that the debate surrounding gender reform in Scotland has been used by some as a “proxy” to promote discrimination…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Parliament prepares to 'make history' in final stage of gender reform debate

The Scottish Greens have said this week will be “vital” for trans rights and equality as MSPs brace for two long days of debates on Tuesday and…

The National (Scotland)

Cross-party MSPs aim to ease concerns over gender recognition bill

Group tables amendments amid fears men could abuse the changes, as UN expert urges Holyrood not to delay or water down new law

The Guardian - UK

Royal Mail dispute likely to continue into new year, union leader warns

Hundreds of striking posties descended on Holyrood demanding the First Minister and MSPs support their demands for better working conditions.

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SNP gender reform rebel teams up with Tory MSPs ahead of bill's final stage

Michelle Thomson and Russell Findlay have submitted a joint amendment ahead of the final stage of the GRR Bill

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Justice Secretary calls for MSPs to oppose Troubles amnesty bill

THE Scottish Government is against a UK-wide bill that would provide an effective amnesty for people who committed crimes during the Troubles.

Insider UK

Committee welcomes reforms to help Scottish businesses raise finance

Proposals to change the laws on moveable and intellectual property have been backed by a group of MSPs

The National (Scotland)

SNP MSPs raise 'significant concerns' with National Care Service plans

A cross-party group of MSPs say they have “significant concerns” about the lack of detailed costs for the planned national care service (NCS).

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Daily Record

Mum who lost partner to suicide feeling 'positive' as inspirational mental health campaign reaches crucial stage

Karen McKeown gave a moving speech before MSPs this week and provided evidence in calls for a full mental health review

The National (Scotland)

SNP refuse to say whether gender vote rebels face action after defying whip

THE SNP have refused to confirm whether they will take action against rebel MSPs who defied the party whip on a vote on gender recognition reform.

Daily Record

Police Scotland risks becoming 'paramilitary force' only capable of responding to serious incidents

MSPs have been warned that community-focused policing could end as a result of severe budget pressures facing the national constabulary.

The National (Scotland)

MSPs urged to close loopholes in new fox hunting legislation

MSPS have been urged to vote to close loopholes in proposed new fox hunting laws.

Insider UK

MSPs approve Bill temporarily freezing rent and evictions

The legislation caps rent increases at 0% until 31 March and is backdated to 9 September

The National (Scotland)

Majority of Holyrood committee backs principles of GRA reform - except Tories

The findings have been welcomed by LGBT campaigners who urged MSPs from all parties to back the legislation as it makes its way through parliament.

The Guardian - UK

Scottish ministers refuse to confirm if King asked for rent freeze bill changes

Scottish Lib Dems had called on ministers to disclose if King used crown consent to seek changes to law

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