The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Parliament

Shona Robison takes on biggest role yet after almost 25 years at Holyrood

Ms Robison has been made Deputy First Minister by new First Minister Humza Yousaf.

The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023

‘Empire strikes back’: Diversity at height of UK politics praised

This week marked a new era, with Humza Yousaf in charge at Holyrood as Rishi Sunak leads at Westminster.

Al Jazeera · Mar 29, 2023

Senedd votes to refuse consent for UK Government Retained EU Law bill

Welsh ministers say the proposed legislation threatens food standards, environmental protections, workers’ rights, and business and consumer certainty

Wales Online · Mar 29, 2023

Alba Party say 'hundreds of new members' have joined since Humza Yousaf's victory

THE Alba Party have said they have seen “hundreds of new members” join following the announcement of Humza Yousaf as the new leader of the SNP.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon's big highs and lows as she officially leaves First Minister post

After nearly nine years in power, Nicola Sturgeon has officially tendered her resignation as First Minister of Scotland in a letter to King Charles.

Daily Mirror · Mar 28, 2023

Humza Yousaf has 'clear mandate to govern' as SNP rules out early Holyrood election

Scottish Labour has questioned whether Humza Yousaf has a mandate to rule the country following his election as SNP leader.

Daily Record · Mar 28, 2023

'Thank you for the privilege': Nicola Sturgeon writes resignation letter to King

NICOLA Sturgeon has written her resignation letter to King Charles.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023

Neil Gray says Humza Yousaf has 'clear mandate' to govern amid calls for election

HUMZA Yousaf has the “power to govern” without an election, his campaign manager has said as he faces calls for a ballot from opposition parties.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023

Yousaf has ‘power to govern’ Scotland without election, says campaign manager

Scottish Labour is pushing for an early election following the SNP leadership race.

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023

How is a new first minister selected at Holyrood?

WE now know the new leader of the SNP is John Swinney, but he does not automatically become first minister.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023