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Scotland on a pathway to independence, says Swinney

Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay asked if the First Minister was ‘having a laugh’ by publishing a new paper on independence.

The Independent UK

Swinney welcomes Gaza deal and urges all sides to ‘abide by terms’

The deal was announced by US President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Swinney: Ferguson Marine must make ‘justifiable business case’ to get more cash

The First Minister was pressed on the issue after it emerged just £570,000 of £14.2 million of promised investment has been awarded so far.

Evening Standard

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Campaigners react to Scottish Government's latest independence paper

CAMPAIGNERS and politicians have responded to the publication of the Scottish Government’s latest paper on independence.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney: Devolution has reached its limits and UK Government holds Scotland back

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said that devolution has “reached its limits” and that the UK government is holding Scotland back ...

The National (Scotland)

Scots households would be £10,000 better off with independence, paper claims

First Minister John Swinney warned of a ‘rightward shift’ in the UK.

Evening Standard

'A fresh start': John Swinney unveils new Scottish independence plans

John Swinney has unveiled new plans for an independent Scotland ...

The National (Scotland)

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Scotland’s ‘immense resources’ only available with independence, says Swinney

The publication of a new paper comes just days before the SNP conference in Aberdeen.

Evening Standard

Jewish staff at Scottish universities condemn 'weaponisation' of Manchester attack

A GROUP of Jewish academics working at universities across Scotland have condemned "unfounded, irresponsible and dangerous" attempts by…

The National (Scotland)

Thousands of homes face fourth night without power in wake of Storm Amy

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks said “challenging” network faults were still being addressed in parts of the Highlands, Argyll and Mull.

Evening Standard

Detention of flotilla activists 'matter for Israeli government', says No 10

KEIR Starmer’s spokesman has said that the detention of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters is “a matter for the…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney 'very concerned' about Scottish flotilla activists imprisoned by Israel

First Minister John Swinney has said he is "very concerned" about the wellbeing of the Scottish flotilla participants imprisoned by Israel.

The National (Scotland)

Swinney ‘very concerned’ about Gaza aid flotilla Scots detained by Israel

Comments come as some activists allege mistreatment by Israeli guards, something the Israeli government denies.

Evening Standard

John Swinney responds after speech heckled at Hamas attack vigil

JOHN Swinney has defended his speech to the Jewish community in Edinburgh despite being met with fierce boos and heckles as he called for…

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The Independent UK

Storm Amy disruption ‘illustration of climate problem’ – Swinney

The first named storm of the season brought travel disruption and power cuts.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney booed and heckled during vigil for Hamas attack victims outside Holyrood

FIRST Minister John Swinney was booed and heckled outside the Scottish Parliament as he spoke about recognising Palestine at an event for the Jewish…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Power opens new Edinburgh office in record £10bn investment

Scottish Power have opened a new Edinburgh office with a record £10 billion investment in Scotland as it embarks on a major electricity grid…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney calls on Labour Government to scrap 'punitive' two-child cap

John Swinney has said the Scottish Government is committed to putting “more money in people’s pockets” and has called on the UK Government to…

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The National (Scotland)

John Swinney urges 'long-lasting peace' as he marks October 7 second anniversary

THE First Minister has said that “long-lasting peace is the only solution” ahead of the second anniversary of the October 7 attacks.

Evening Standard

John Swinney calls for unity to ensure long-lasting peace for Gaza

Mr Swinney was speaking ahead of the second anniversary of the October 7 attacks in Israel.

The National (Scotland)

Russell Findlay claims SNP 'biggest failure is the economy' as he swipes at Swinney

RUSSELL Findlay has claimed the SNP’s “biggest failure is the economy” – mentioning the pro-independence party 23 times in his speech to the…

Evening Standard

Russell Findlay criticises SNP ‘woke’ policies at UK Tory conference

The Scottish Conservative leader gave a speech on the main stage on Sunday.

Evening Standard

‘Difficult times’ for Tories, says Russell Findlay, as he focuses on economy

The Scottish Tory Party leader spoke at the Scottish fringe at the UK Conservative conference where he said the party would focus on the economy,

The National (Scotland)

‘Moment of unity’: SNP and Believe in Scotland sign independence campaign deal

THE SNP have signed a deal with campaign organisation Believe in Scotland, marking a significant milestone in establishing a formal partnership to…

The Independent UK

Flags flown at half-mast as Swinney expresses sympathy to Jewish community

The First Minister was speaking after two people were killed in a car and knife attack outside a synagogue in Manchester.

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