The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Labour

Anas Sarwar claims SNP is 'mired in scandal' as Labour prepares for possible Rutherglen by-election

The Scottish Labour leader claimed the SNP was “known for their lack of transparency” while campaigning in Rutherglen.

Daily Record · Apr 7, 2023

Opposition parties release statements following Peter Murrell arrest

Murrell, the husband of former first minister Nicola Sturgeon, was arrested on Wednesday morning as part of Operation Branchform

The National (Scotland) · Apr 5, 2023

SNP maintain lead in polls over Scottish Labour in Holyrood, research shows

THE SNP have maintained a strong leader over Scottish Labour when it comes to Holyrood voting intentions, a new poll has found.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 5, 2023

Keir Starmer admits he forced out former Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard

The UK Labour leader said that since he became leader in he had taken “some pretty ruthless decisions . . . The Scottish leader was gone two years ago”.

Daily Record · Apr 4, 2023

Former union man takes on top job at Scottish Labour

A FORMER senior trade union figure has been appointed general secretary of Scottish Labour.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 3, 2023

Ex-Labour councillor who shared 'disgusting' posts 'blocked' from running to be MP

A COMMUNICATION Workers Union activist who claimed he was on a Labour shortlist for the next General Election is reportedly resigning from the party.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 30, 2023

Humza Yousaf accused of rewarding 'B-rate politicians' for loyalty with Cabinet roles

The new First Minister has handed senior positions to several of his loyal supporters during the SNP leadership campaign.

Daily Record · Mar 29, 2023

MSPs set to back Humza Yousaf as Scotland’s next first minister

The 37-year-old will be formally elected by MSPs as Scotland’s sixth first minister.

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023

New SNP leader Humza Yousaf congratulated but warned of challenges ahead

Mr Yousaf defeated fellow leadership candidates Kate Forbes and Ash Regan.

The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2023

Anas Sarwar says new SNP leader will 'not have mandate' to become FM

ANAS Sarwar has said the next SNP leader will not have a mandate to be first minister as he suggested all three candidates were “incompetent”.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2023