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Ian Blackford reveals 'high point' during time as MP

IAN Blackford has revealed the high point of his time as an MP after announcing he would step down at the next General Election.

The National (Scotland)

Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford to stand down at the next election

In a statement released this evening, Ian Blackford said he has thought 'long and hard' about his decision as he thanked his colleagues and wife for their support

Daily Mirror

Who is Margaret Ferrier? Covid rule-breaking MP loses seat, sparking by-election

The contest is a crucial test for Scottish Labour and the SNP before the general election

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Recall petition for Margaret Ferrier to run from June 20

A RECALL petition following the suspension of former SNP MP Margaret Ferrier from the House of Commons is to begin on Tuesday, June 20.

The National (Scotland)

Ian Blackford to step down from Commons at next election

The former SNP Westminster leader took over the role in 2017, resigning late last year

Evening Standard

Fury as dozens of Tory MPs vote against suspending shamed Covid rules MP

A number of high-profile Tories - including several supporters of Boris Johnson - voted against a 30 day suspension for ex-SNP MP Margaret Ferrier, who was convicted of breaking Covid lockdown rules

Daily Mirror

Blackford to step down from Commons at next election

The former SNP Westminster leader took over the role in 2017, resigning late last year.

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Ian Blackford to step down as MP at next election

IAN Blackford, former leader of the SNP in Westminster, will step down as an MP following the next election, he has confirmed.

The National (Scotland)

Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford to stand down at next election

The MP for Ross, Skye and Lochaber was replaced as the leader of the Commons group in December.

Daily Record

Recall by-election possible as Ferrier’s Commons ban approved

The MP for Rutherglen and Hamilton West has been suspended for 30 days for breaching Covid rules in 2020.

The Independent UK

Humza Yousaf spin doctor backed 'super majority' of SNP and Labour MSPs at Holyrood

Kevin Pringle, a former media chief to Alex Salmond, has returned to Holyrood to become the First Minister's official spokesman.

Daily Record

Government must show how it will pay for ‘unfunded’ NHS workforce plan – Labour

Minsiters faced questions over whether the long-term NHS workforce plan will be funded by borrowing or cuts.

The Independent UK

SNP aim to force UK Government's hand on food banks with Westminster bill

AN SNP MP is to present a bill to Westminster urging the Tory government to publish a plan to end the use of food banks in the UK ...

The National (Scotland)

Shamed Lanarkshire MP Margaret Ferrier suspended from House of Commons as by-election looms

The MP for Rutherglen and Hamilton West will be banished from parliament for 30 days with a by-election now expected to be called in the constituency.

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SNP will face 'anger' from voters over Margaret Ferrier at Rutherglen by-election, claims Labour

Ferrier will lose her seat if 10 per cent of voters in Rutherglen and Hamilton West sign a recall petition.

The National (Scotland)

SNP's longest-serving MP brands Alex Salmond's Yes candidate bid 'ridiculous'

Salmond had previously written to First Minister Humza Yousaf regarding the electoral plan, but has not yet had a reply.

Evening Standard

Ex-SNP MP Margaret Ferrier set to face by-election after being suspended from Commons over Covid rule breach

Former Scottish National Party MP Margaret Ferrier has been suspended from the House of Commons for 30 days for breaching coronavirus rules.

The Independent UK

Margaret Ferrier suspended from House of Commons after Covid rules breach

The Commons voted 185 to 40, majority 145, to approve the motion to suspend the independent MP.

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Daily Mirror

Shamed ex-SNP MP faces by-election as MPs vote to suspend her over Covid breach

Margaret Ferrier was kicked out of the SNP when it emerged that she had breached lockdown rules in 2020, and the following year pleaded guilty to culpable and reckless conduct

Daily Record

Shamed MP Margaret Ferrier faces recall petition after Commons votes to suspend her

A by-election in Rutherglen and Hamilton West will be called if 10 per cent of Ferrier's constituents now sign a petition for her removal.

The National (Scotland)

How do recall petitions work and will Scotland see a Westminster by-election?

WILL there be a by-election in Rutherglen and Hamilton West? Here's what you need to know about the process after Margaret Ferrier's suspension ...

The National (Scotland)

Eyes turn to by-election as Margaret Ferrier given 30-day Commons suspension

MARGARET Ferrier has been suspended from the Commons for 30 days ...

The National (Scotland)

Alex Salmond's former spin doctor given top role as Humza Yousaf's spokesperson

HUMZA Yousaf has appointed Alex Salmond’s former media adviser as his official spokesperson ...

Daily Record

Alex Salmond urges SNP MPs to back general election independence pact in letter

It comes amid increased tensions within the independence movement

The Independent UK

Political row over Scotland’s deposit return scheme explained

The environmental initiative is at the centre of a political storm.

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