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Pro-independence politicians react to 'highly encouraging' Holyrood poll

FIGURES from across the SNP, Greens and Alba have reacted to news of a poll showing a pro-independence majority after the next Holyrood election...

The National (Scotland)

As polls point to Yes, Anas Sarwar's road to Bute House just got a lot rougher

THE pro-independence camp is moving into "pinch me" territory as 2024 draws to a close ...

The National (Scotland)

Scots to elect large pro-independence majority in 2026 Holyrood vote, poll finds

THE SNP are on course to remain the dominant party in Scottish politics at the 2026 Holyrood election, new polling has found ...

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Holyrood unanimously votes to ban 'double-jobbing' MPs from being MSPs

HOLYROOD has unanimously passed a bill which will ban dual mandates, or “double jobbing”.

The National (Scotland)

Humza Yousaf to stand down and warns over Elon Musk’s UK election threat

Scotland’s former first minister to quit frontline politics and says alarm bells should be ringing over potential Musk interference

The Guardian - UK

Read Humza Yousaf's full statement as he says he's stepping down at 2026 election

FORMER first minister Humza Yousaf has said he will step down at the next Holyrood election...

The National (Scotland)

Former first minister Humza Yousaf to step down as MSP at next Holyrood election

HUMZA Yousaf has confirmed he will step down as an MSP at the next Holyrood election...

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Stephen Flynn to make decision on standing for Holyrood after Christmas

Stephen Flynn has said he will delay his decision on whether to stand for Holyrood until after Christmas ...

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon rues descent into ‘toxic’ debate on topics such as equal marriage

Former first minister marks 10th anniversary of legislation in Scotland with call for vigilance over polarisation

The Guardian - UK

Nicola Sturgeon shares ‘pride’ 10 years after same-sex marriage law passed

LEGISLATION that came into force a decade ago allowing same-sex couples in Scotland to marry is among Holyrood’s top five achievements, former…

The National (Scotland)

Sturgeon tells of ‘pride’ 10 years after same-sex marriage permitted in law

The former first minister said equal marriage is one of the Scottish Parliament’s top five achievements in its lifetime.

The Independent UK

Scottish Tories laugh about demonising asylum seekers in whole new low

SINCE the General Election, the Scottish Tories have largely faded into insignificance at Holyrood, with the focus having turned each week to…

The National (Scotland)

MSPs overwhelming reject Tories' 'unacceptable' Holyrood motion on asylum seekers

MSPs at Holyrood have overwhelmingly rejected a Scottish Tory motion “condemning” free bus travel for asylum seekers ...

The National (Scotland)

Alex Salmond's niece to stand for Alba in his place in 2026 Holyrood elections

ALEX Salmond’s niece has announced plans to run in his place in the 2026 Holyrood elections ...

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Scottish Tories attack baby box as 'SNP waste' that should be scrapped

THE Scottish Tories have been slapped down after describing the baby box scheme as “SNP waste” ...

The National (Scotland)

Ecocide bill to jail major polluters to be presented to Scottish Government

A new law will be presented to Holyrood next year, which could result in major polluters facing up to 20 years in prison...

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Next Holyrood election about 'hope' and SNP will be ready, says John Swinney

The 2026 Holyrood election will be about hope, John Swinney has said, as he pledged that the SNP will be ready to fight it.

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon hits back as Russell Findlay claims she was 'hostile' to media

NICOLA Sturgeon has hit back at Russell Findlay after he hit out at SNP-led Scottish governments for their handling of the media...

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Major new independence poll could be breakthrough moment for Yes movement

If the new poll showing support for independence at 54 had been conducted by one of the polling firms that typically show better results for Yes,…

The National (Scotland)

Major independence poll lead 'shows Scots know better future possible'

A NEW poll which shows support for independence is at its highest level in more than four years shows Scots know that “a better future as an…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney on track to lead pro-independence majority in Holyrood in new poll

JOHN Swinney is on course to lead the SNP to a pro-independence majority in Holyrood following the announcement of next year's Budget, according to…

The National (Scotland)

Angus MacNeil: Alba can make political breakthrough without Alex Salmond

THE rise of Reform UK and the sudden fall of Labour in the polls shows Alba can be electorally successful despite the death of Alex Salmond, former…

Evening Standard

We cannot wait for Labour to act on two-child benefit cap, says Swinney

The Scottish First Minister said his Government will mitigate the policy in Scotland to help reduce child poverty.

Evening Standard

Robison ‘not settling for £300m’ from Treasury for national insurance rise

The Scottish Finance Secretary said she is ‘determined’ to get more cash to help the public sector fund increased contributions.

The Independent UK

Two-child benefit cap to be scrapped in Scotland under Budget plans

Finance Secretary Shona Robison also outlined record NHS and local government funding in her tax and spending plans for 2025/26.

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