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'No shortcut to independence' insists John Swinney after call for SNP majority

THERE is “no shortcut to independence” John Swinney has insisted, as he urged Scots to elect an SNP majority to Holyrood in 2026.

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Precedent from SNP’s 2011 win would break ‘logjam’ to indyref2 – Swinney

The First Minister said there should be a ‘legal referendum recognised by all’ if the SNP secures a majority.

Evening Standard

Swinney calls for legal referendum if SNP secures majority at Holyrood election

The SNP leader called for the May 2026 Holyrood elections to be ‘a springboard for Scotland taking charge of our own destiny’.

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Labour minister squirms after grilling on recognising Palestinian state

A Labour minister dodged questions on when the UK will recognise a Palestinian state as the Government comes under increasing pressure to follow…

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Only SNP majority can deliver second independence referendum, says John Swinney

John Swinney has declared that winning a majority of SNP MSPs at next year’s Holyrood election is now the essential route to securing a second…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney hints at rescue package to save Alexander Dennis jobs

JOHN Swinney has pledged to explore “any and all viable options” to save jobs at an imperilled Scottish bus manufacturer.

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Are 16-year-old voters the key to future-proofing democracy?

In the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer's Labour government has announced plans to lower the voting age from 18 to 16 for all future elections, in a bid to "modernise democracy". But for the handful of other countries who have made the move, results have been mixed.

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SNP demand Scots energy bills not increased by 'toxic' Sizewell-C overspending

THE SNP have demanded Scots are not forced to pay for "toxic" overspending on the Sizewell-C budget..

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Pressure grows for Keir Starmer as SNP threaten to force Palestine recognition vote

THE SNP has threatened to “force a vote” and bring forward legislation for the UK to recognise Palestinian statehood, in a bid to heap further…

The National (Scotland)

Miriam Margolyes: I am shocked, disgusted and dazed by Labour's complicity in Gaza

Miriam Margolyes has said she is "shocked, disgusted and dazed" by the Labour Government's complicity in Israel's genocide in Gaza.

The National (Scotland)

SNP threaten to force Palestine recognition vote as PM faces pressure over Gaza

The party said it would seek to table a ‘Palestine Recognition Bill’ in the Commons unless Sir Keir Starmer changed his position.

Evening Standard

Gaza ceasefire must be secured, PM to tell Trump amid stalled negotiations

The Prime Minister will meet Donald Trump during his visit to Scotland amid mounting global anger over the humanitarian conditions in Gaza.

Evening Standard

SNP threaten to force Palestine recognition vote as Starmer faces pressure over Gaza

Sir Keir has faced mounting pressure after French President Emmanuel Macron announced France would formally recognise Palestine

The Independent UK

Stephen Flynn urges Starmer to meet Aberdeen energy workers during Trump talks

SNP WESTMINSTER leader Stephen Flynn has called on the Prime Minister to meet with energy workers during his visit to the North East to meet Donald…

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'She will not be the last': Members react to Mhairi Black quitting the SNP

SNP members have reacted to key party figure and former Westminster deputy leader Mhairi Black’s decision to quit the party, telling The National…

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John Swinney responds to Mhairi Black quitting SNP

John Swinney has said he “very much” regrets former SNP Westminster deputy leader Mhairi Black’s decision to quit the party.

Evening Standard

John Swinney voices ‘regret’ after former MP Mhairi Black quits the SNP

The Scottish First Minister and SNP leader wished the ex-politician well.

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Former SNP Westminster deputy leader Mhairi Black quits party

The former MP is reported to have said there were ‘too many times’ she did not agree with decisions made by the party.

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Mhairi Black leaves SNP as she slates party direction

Mhairi Black has quit the SNP after becoming unhappy with the direction of the party.

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John Swinney says he will raise Gaza’s ‘unimaginable suffering’ with Trump

President’s visit is ‘landmark moment’, says first minister as SNP puts pressure on him to take strong stance on Palestine

The Independent UK

Trump’s Scotland itinerary explained as US president’s arrival set to spark protests

Donald Trump will land in Scotland on Friday as he begins his five-day private trip

Evening Standard

Donald Trump to land in Scotland for start of five-day visit

The US President will visit his two existing golf courses, in Ayrshire and Aberdeenshire, before opening up a new one.

The National (Scotland)

SNP group calls on John Swinney to confront Donald Trump about Gaza genocide

JOHN Swinney is facing calls from within his own party to confront Donald Trump over the ongoing genocide in Gaza ...

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer panned for ‘fuelling far-right’ with new asylum seeker crackdown

KEIR STARMER has been condemned over a new policy which will see the Home Office share information about asylum hotel locations with food delivery…

The National (Scotland)

In Scotland's 'most elderly' area, Labour immigration rules are causing concern

FOR Yohan Perera, the UK Government’s recent immigration rule changes feel like a betrayal ...

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