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Calls for answers about Lord Advocate’s email to FM on Peter Murrell charge

The Conservatives say the First Minister received a ‘private warning’ about the charges against the former SNP chief executive.

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John Swinney briefed on Peter Murrell charges before they became public

The Conservatives say the First Minister received a ‘private warning’ about the charges against the former SNP chief executive

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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.

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‘Dedication, decency and compassion’ of Lord Wallace hailed after sudden death

The 71-year-old Liberal Democrat former Scottish deputy first minister died on Thursday after complications from surgery.

Evening Standard

MSPs call on Scottish Government to publish communications connected to hospital

The vote took place on Wednesday at the Scottish Parliament.

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Scottish Government not informed of Bella-1 crew removal by US, says Swinney

The First Minister made a statement to the Scottish parliament on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Stealth tax rises are on the horizon for Scotland ahead of its election

When Scotland’s finance secretary, Shona Robison, delivered the Scottish budget for 2026-27 on January 13, she framed it as a budget for families that would ease pressure on household finances. Coming only a few months before the Scottish parliamentary elections in May, this budget is especially significant.

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Swinney: Holyrood’s days are numbered if Farage becomes prime minister

The First Minister accused the Reform UK leader of holding Holyrood in contempt.

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John Swinney: SNP Holyrood majority would warrant second independence referendum

The First Minister also questioned the future of Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister.

Evening Standard

Court rejects Biffa’s £50m compensation bid over failed deposit return scheme

The company had taken Scottish ministers to court after the initiative was shelved.

Evening Standard

Starmer tells Cabinet of ‘fight of our political lives’ in general election clash with Farage’s Reform UK

He stressed to his senior ministers that Labour would be judged on whether it had tackled the cost-of-living problems faced by many households

Evening Standard

Swinney says ‘variety of tactics’ could be used to win second independence vote

The Holyrood elections take place in May.

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SNP majority at Holyrood will end Starmer’s time at Number 10, claims Swinney

The Scottish First Minister said he has ‘no doubt’ the Prime Minister will be unable to remain in office.

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Global Microsoft outage hits Heathrow, Minecraft and Xbox

Heathrow Airport’s website was affected but the issue has not delayed flights or caused cancellations

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Scottish Parliament suspends all voting over Microsoft outage

MSPs were set to debate and vote on hundreds of amendments to legislation on Wednesday evening.

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Holyrood not strong enough to protect Scotland from Reform government – Swinney

The First Minister used a speech to paint Nigel Farage’s party as a threat in a bid to drive voters to the SNP.

Evening Standard

UK Government to invest directly in Scottish colleges, says defence minister

The college sector is fully devolved to Scotland.

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Revulsion with Westminster will push Scotland to independence, Swinney to say

John Swinney will address the last SNP conference ahead of next year’s election.

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Swinney ‘staking his premiership on winning independence’, depute leader says

Keith Brown said the First Minister is ‘brave’ to make the move which he suggested could see him quit if it fails.

The Conversation

Twenty-five years of data shows how link between identity and views on Scottish independence has grown stronger

When the Labour government established the Scottish parliament in 1999, it hoped the new institution would demonstrate that Scotland’s distinctive needs and aspirations could be addressed within the framework of the UK. Consequently, the theory went, support for independence would melt away.

The National (Scotland)

'Desperate': Russell Findlay claims Holyrood should not be consulted on leaving ECHR

RUSSELL Findlay’s claim that Holyrood should not be consulted if the UK leaves the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) has been branded…

Woman & Home

Princess Anne unveils new King Charles portrait - and eagle-eyed fans have spotted one massive change

The Princess Royal unveiled a never-before-seen picture of the King now on public display in the Scottish Parliament

The National (Scotland)

Time right for Holyrood to consider elected committee conveners, say MSPs

HOLYROOD could have elected committee conveners for the first time after next May’s Scottish elections – with a report insisting the “time is…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish buffalo farm row as angry investors slam Holyrood showcase invite

A Scottish buffalo farm has found itself at the centre of controversy again after investors who lost money in the business criticised the Scottish…

Evening Standard

Princess Royal unveils portrait of the King at Scottish Parliament

Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone described the photograph as a ‘striking image’.

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