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Tory anti-strike law 'will breach European human rights rules', MPs warn

MPs and peers have urged ministers to think again about a controversial new strikes law, warning the legislation would likely put the UK in breach…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 6, 2023

SNP leadership hopefuls challenged to spell out answers to ten 'key questions'

A TAX on big whisky, a pause to plans for a National Care Service, and council tax reform form the basis of some of the “ten key questions”…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 6, 2023

Why I am backing Humza Yousaf to become the next First Minister and SNP leader

Daily Record columnist Alison Thewliss says she is voting for the Health Secretary to replace Nicola Sturgeon

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

Tory minister mocked for Boris Johnson 'honesty' claim

THE UK Government’s Northern Ireland Secretary has been mocked for claiming he believes Boris Johnson to be “an honest man”.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 5, 2023

Alternative to powersharing in NI is joint UK/Irish arrangement – O’Neill

Sinn Fein’s vice president called on the DUP to show ‘leadership’ and lift its blockade on devolution at Stormont.

The Independent UK · Mar 5, 2023

'Extremely concerning': UK Government slammed for plans to 'stop the boats'

PLANS set to be unveiled by the UK Government to put an end to “immoral” illegal migration have been described as “extremely concerning” by…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 5, 2023

Watch our full interview with Kate Forbes on independence and key priorities

SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes has pledged to create a new prospectus for independence which will be written by the party and “not by the…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 4, 2023

‘Absolutely no substance’ to opponents’ independence plans, says Regan

The SNP candidates took part in the third hustings in Inverness on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Mar 4, 2023

New DWP payment rates from next month for PIP, State Pension, Universal Credit and other benefits

HMRC has also confirmed the new payment rates and thresholds for Tax Credits.

Daily Record · Mar 4, 2023

Almost 1,000 Afghans who helped UK armed forces still to be relocated, investigation finds

The scheme was launched in April 2021 in order to help those who helped the armed forces flee the country

Evening Standard · Mar 3, 2023