Tag: Scottish politics

Ah, the Dundee Telegraph—where have I not seen your name? From the front pages of newsagents to the screens of every Dundee household, you’ve been the steady hand in a city that’s no stranger...

Taxpayers are gonna be footing a hefty bill of around £400,000 for some new temporary laws in Scotland that are gonna ban ticket-touting at Euro 2028. The Scottish Government is all gung-ho about these...

John Swinney has gone on the offensive against Labour, accusing them of betraying Scottish pensioners with empty promises. The First Minister, campaigning alongside SNP candidate Katy Loudon in preparation for the Hamilton, Larkhall, and...

Nicola Sturgeon is gearing up to hit the campaign trail in the Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse by-election today. Her party is determined to retain the constituency formerly held by the late Christina McKelvie. The...

Oh boy, it's been a year since John Swinney became First Minister, and there won't be any party hats or confetti flying around. Nope, no celebrations here! Instead, Swinney is facing a huge challenge...

After the recent announcement by the acting net-zero secretary, Gillian Martin, Scottish business leaders and industry experts alike have voiced their concerns over the scrapped heat pump plan for Scotland. The proposed Heating in...

Anas Sarwar's Lack of Advocacy for Grangemouth and WASPI Campaign Exposed New revelations have surfaced regarding Anas Sarwar's apparent silence on critical issues surrounding Grangemouth and the Women Against State Pension Injustice (WASPI) campaign. Recent...

Scottish Politician John Swinney Addresses SNP Gender Policy and Reform The political landscape in Scotland recently saw a surge of fervent discussions and protest as the First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney, addressed the SNP's...

A recent survey conducted by Opinion Matters for the communications firm Big Partnership suggests that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer holds more sway over Scottish voters than Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar. The survey,...

Brian Leishman, the Scottish Labour MP representing Grangemouth and Alloa, recently voiced his concerns about the UK Government's handling of the impending closure of Scotland's last oil refinery, Grangemouth. In a candid interview, Leishman...

Fergus Ewing, a longstanding figure within the Scottish National Party (SNP), finds himself in the middle of controversy as he faces the possibility of being barred from standing as an SNP candidate in the...

Amidst the political whirlwind at Holyrood, a recent announcement by SNP MSP Audrey Nicoll has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. As the ninth elected SNP politician to declare she will not seek re-election,...

John Swinney, the First Minister of Scotland, made a bold statement to reassure the public that there will be no ban or restrictions imposed on cats in the country. This declaration comes in response...

Keir Starmer's Influence on Anas Sarwar's First Minister Prospects How much will Keir Starmer's role impact Anas Sarwar's journey to becoming the first minister of Scotland? The longer Starmer remains in office, the more challenging...

Alex Salmond's resignation has been a topic of discussion among mourners at his memorial service, with one former political advisor pointing out that leaving office was a strategic mistake. Duncan Hamilton KC, who worked...

The Scottish Conservative Party in Scotland has recently made some significant changes at the top with the appointment of a new chairman and treasurer. Alisdair Locke, a prominent businessman and Tory donor, has been...

After a recent football match, controversy arose when it was discovered that the winning team had celebrated by riding around in a limo. Many were quick to criticize the team, calling their behavior insensitive...

Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney recently made headlines for his stance on tax hikes and former President Trump. Swinney expressed his views on these topics during a press conference, where he emphasized his support...

A recent study conducted by Carnegie UK revealed that a significant portion of the Scottish population has lost trust in the Scottish Government's ability to enhance their lives. The report indicated that nearly 40%...

Alex Salmond was laid to rest at a private service at Strichen Parish Church near his home in Aberdeenshire. His close friend and acting leader of Alba Party, Kenny MacAskill, delivered a heartfelt eulogy...

Scotland's First Minister, John Swinney, has made the decision to approve the release of more prisoners in an effort to address the overcrowding issues in the country's prisons. This move comes after a thorough...

During the latest First Minister's Questions (FMQs) session, John Swinney faced tough questioning regarding the proposed National Care Service. Critics have labeled the plan as "wasteful" and raised concerns about its feasibility. Opposition party members...

Rachael Hamilton Named Deputy Leader of Scottish Conservatives Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay has announced the appointment of MSP Rachael Hamilton as the new deputy leader of the party. This move comes as Findlay aims...

Scottish Secretary urged to allow independence referendum if support grows A recent report co-authored by former Scottish Labour leader Kez Dugdale and former Yes Scotland strategist Stephen Noon has suggested that the Scottish Secretary should...

Anas Sarwar Criticizes SNP's Ambition for Scotland in Bute House Pitch Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar delivered a powerful speech at the party's annual conference in Liverpool on Monday afternoon, outlining his vision for Scotland's...

Analysis: Keir Starmer Faces Criticism for Lack of Impact in Scotland As the SNP Westminster leader, Stephen Flynn, voiced his disappointment in Labour's failure to deliver on promises made to Scottish voters during the UK...

Patrick Harvie: Reflecting on the 2014 Independence Campaign In a recent interview, Scottish Green Party co-leader Patrick Harvie shared his reflections on the 2014 independence referendum campaign. Harvie believes that the real issue was not...

Scottish Labour MPs' Rebellion Over Winter Fuel Payment Cut The issue of the winter fuel payment cut has sparked controversy among Scottish Labour MPs, with Stephen Flynn urging his colleagues to rebel against the decision...

The Scottish government has stepped in to address the issue of planned bin strikes by providing £77.5 million in funding to improve the pay offer for workers. This move comes after unions, including Unite,...