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Jeane Freeman obituary

SNP politician who served as Scottish health secretary and led the government’s response to the covid pandemic

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12

MSPs vote to back draft Budget as Lib Dems agree deal with Scottish Government

The Lib Dems confirmed they had struck a deal on social care, hospices and hospitality.

Evening Standard · Feb 12

Labour is united behind Sarwar’s bid to be next first minister – Alexander

The Scottish Secretary has sought to downplay divisions within the party after its Scottish leader called on the PM to quit.

Evening Standard · Feb 12

Anas Sarwar: why did the leader of Scottish Labour call for Keir Starmer’s resignation – and has the move backfired?

Scottish politics has a dual nature. It is significantly distinct from politics in the rest of the United Kingdom, with its own dynamics, parties and leaders. But it can still be affected by events down south. And for the Scottish sections of the UK parties – the Conservatives, Liberal Democrats,…

The Conversation · Feb 9

Anas Sarwar tells of pain as he calls for ‘friend’ Keir Starmer to quit as PM

The Scottish Labour leader has become the most senior Labour figure to publicly call on Sir Keir to step aside.

Evening Standard · Feb 9

SNP Westminster leader Flynn calls for Starmer to ‘do right thing and resign’

The Prime Minister has faced increased pressure in recent days.

Evening Standard · Feb 9

Late health secretary was ‘wise counsellor’ during pandemic – Swinney

Jeane Freeman was health secretary from 2018 to 2021.

Evening Standard · Feb 9

Your Party to stand in 2026 Holyrood election

The announcement was made the Your Party Scotland conference in Dundee, where 69.8% of members voted in favour of the move.

Evening Standard · Feb 8

I’d consider being deputy first minister if asked, says McAllan

With Kate Forbes leaving Holyrood in May, her role will require a new filling if the SNP returns to power.

Evening Standard · Feb 8

Tributes paid after death of former SNP health secretary Jeane Freeman

She was also the Scottish National Party’s MSP for the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley constituency until 2021.

Evening Standard · Feb 7