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The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Parliament

SNP could fight next Holyrood election as de facto independence referendum

Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said there is a ‘cast-iron democratic mandate for a referendum’.

The Independent UK

Tommy Sheppard: why don’t we use both elections in fight for independence?

With support for independence rising, how can we allow people to express their views?

The National (Scotland)

SNP NEC agrees indyref2 strategy resolution to be debated at conference

SNP National Executive Committee has unanimously agreed the wording of a draft resolution to be debated at the party’s Special Democracy…

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Nicola Sturgeon 'to make major change to de facto referendum plan'

THE SNP may be set to roll back plans for a de facto independence referendum at the next General Election with major changes to the proposals at a…

The National (Scotland)

'Rishi Sunak should respect trans rights and uphold devolution in the UK'

The Gender Recognition Reform Bill was passed at Holyrood in an extremely important victory for LGBTQ+ rights and the decision needs to be respected by Rishi Sunak, writes Nancy Kelley, Chief Executive, of Stonewall

Daily Mirror

Rishi Sunak waiting on 'final advice' over whether to block gender reform in Scotland

RISHI Sunak has said he is waiting on “final advice” over whether to intervene and block gender reform legislation passed by the Scottish…

The National (Scotland)

Tory think tank backs UK blocking Scotland's gender reforms - but will they do it?

Will the UK Government really challenge Scotland's gender reform bill? Our political reporter looks at the viability of a Section 35 order

The National (Scotland)

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Conservative peer urges UK Government to challenge gender recognition Bill

Lord Keen’s comments came as LGBT groups wrote to the Prime Minister asking him not to take the step.

The Independent UK

Former Edinburgh university lecturer clambered onto Scottish Parliament roof

Justin Kenrick - a member of eco-group Extinction Rebellion - triggered a security scare when he scaled the building and unfurled a large banner over the front entrance stating ‘Climate Assembly, Be Bold’.

Edinburgh Live

SNP MP claims forcing early Holyrood election would lead to Douglas Ross as First Minister

Pete Wishart gave cautious backing to plans for the SNP to turn the next Westminster election into a 'de facto' referendum on independence.

Daily Record

Online petition calling for Scottish Government to accelerate A9 dualling reaches nearly 4000 signatures

Campaigners in Perth and Kinross want a revised timetable and detailed plan for dualling each section to be published

Daily Record

Mark Drakeford wants similar GRR law to Scotland introduced in Wales

WELSH First Minister Mark Drakeford has said that Wales should have a self-identification system similar to the one in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government 'out of touch with reality' as MSPs debate independence while NHS struggles

The first debate of 2023 in the Scottish Parliament saw SNP ministers call for their democratic mandate to be respected.

Daily Record

Hollywood star John Cena goes on pro-independence Twitter following spree

HOLLYWOOD star and WWE wrestler John Cena has taken an apparent interest in Scotland’s independence movement.

The National (Scotland)

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MSPs to get 1.5 per cent pay rise – here's how much they'll earn now

MSPs will receive a below-inflation pay rise this year, Holyrood’s governing body has decided.

The National (Scotland)

When does today's debate on independence start and how can I watch?

THE first debate of 2023 in the Scottish Parliament is set to take place on Tuesday and will focus on independence.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government remains 'willing to engage with UK' on route to referendum

THE Scottish Government remains “willing to engage” with Westminster to establish a route to indyref2, the Constitution Secretary said ahead of…

The Independent UK

Westminster must respect Scotland’s choice on independence, Robertson says

Scotland’s Constitution Secretary will address the country’s future in Holyrood.

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Former SNP minister: Holyrood is full of careerists and 'yes people'

THERE are “too many careerists” in the Scottish Parliament and its culture is leading to the “strangling” of debate, a former SNP health…

The Independent UK

Blocking Scotland’s gender reforms would be ‘disastrous’, campaigners claim

The UK Government is considering if it should seek a Section 35 order to prevent the Gender Recognition Reform Bill gaining royal assent.

The National (Scotland)

SNP challenge Keir Starmer to join forces to stop Tories anti-strike law attack

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn wrote to the Labour leader inviting him to a meeting to “work together” to strategise how to stop Rishi…

The National (Scotland)

Expert brands UK threat to block gender reform ‘more about culture wars' than law

THE UK Government’s threat to take an unprecedented step to block gender reform legislation in Scotland is more to do with culture wars than legal…

The National (Scotland)

Douglas Ross rages as first Holyrood debate of 2023 to be on independence

THE first debate in the Scottish Parliament of the new year will be on independence – a move the Conservatives have branded "criminal"…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government warned of legal challenge to conversion therapy ban

THE Scottish Government has been warned it could face a courtroom challenge if it brings forward its plans to ban conversion therapy.

The National (Scotland)

Yes supporters react as Labour pledge to 'take back control' and satisfy Yes voters

WE asked Scottish independence supporters how they feel about Keir Starmer’s plans for a "Take Back Control Bill" as a way to appease…

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