Labour Could Slump to Fourth in Scottish Election Poll
A new poll projects Labour could fall to fourth place in next year's Holyrood elections, piling pressure on Sir Keir Starmer. Read the full analysis and what it means for his leadership.
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Poll: Americans' Financial Pessimism Grows, Blame White House
A new exclusive Harris poll reveals nearly half of Americans feel their financial security is deteriorating, with many blaming the White House. Discover the stark political and demographic divides.
Sarwar warns of 'personal pain' in toxic election fight
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says he expects his loyalty and identity to be questioned in the Holyrood election campaign, predicting 'personal pain' for his family.
Sarwar: Farage has no interest in fixing Scotland
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar accuses Nigel Farage and Reform UK of exploiting frustration without offering solutions. He outlines Labour's plan for the NHS, education, and the economy ahead of the May elections.
Reform UK's poll lead halves as support 'in decline'
New YouGov data shows Nigel Farage's Reform UK lead over Labour has dropped from 10 to 5 points. Polling experts suggest the party's support may have peaked. Read the full analysis.
Constance faces ministerial code investigation
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is under investigation for allegedly misleading MSPs over grooming gangs expert comments. The probe's outcome will be published in a timely manner.
Scotland's public inquiries cost £258m, report finds
A damning Holyrood report reveals Scotland's public inquiries have cost taxpayers £258m since 2007, criticising them for being too expensive and damaging frontline services. Read the full findings.
SNP Staffer Accused of Bugging MSP's Office
A Scottish National Party staffer allegedly planted listening devices in an MSP's Holyrood office. First Minister John Swinney faces calls to reveal what he knew about the 2023 incident.
Swinney Defends Minister as Holyrood FMQs Turns Bitter
The final First Minister's Questions of the year saw clashes over the Angela Constance scandal and record homelessness. Discover the heated exchanges and political fallout.
MSPs' expenses soar to record £27.5m, angering taxpayers
Scottish MSPs' expenses surged 7.6% to a record £27.45m in 2024-25, with claims for items like a 79p bottle of bleach. Discover the full breakdown and taxpayer reaction.
Constance grilled by committee over inaccurate statement
Justice Secretary Angela Constance faced a tough Holyrood committee over misleading parliament and potential Ministerial Code breaches. Read the full details of the inquiry.
Calls for probe into Justice Secretary after Holyrood vote
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance survives a no confidence vote, but opposition leaders demand an inquiry into whether she breached the ministerial code over grooming gangs comments.
Scottish Justice Secretary survives no confidence vote
Scotland's Justice Secretary, Angela Constance, has narrowly survived a vote of no confidence in Holyrood. The motion followed accusations she misled Parliament over grooming gangs expert advice. Read the full details.
Constance survives vote but faces calls for investigation
Scotland's Justice Secretary Angela Constance survives a Holyrood no confidence vote, but Labour demands an independent probe into a potential ministerial code breach over grooming gangs inquiry remarks.
SNP 'hypocrisy' over BBC row and Justice Secretary defence
SNP ministers face accusations of double standards for demanding a BBC correction while defending Justice Secretary Angela Constance ahead of a no confidence vote. Read the full story.
SNP NHS wait times pledge data delayed until after election
Voters will not know if SNP ministers have met a flagship NHS waiting times pledge until after the Holyrood election, sparking accusations of 'conning patients'. Discover the full story.
SNP Poised for 2026 Holyrood Victory, Polls Suggest
Despite nearly two decades in power, the SNP is polling to win the 2026 Scottish Parliament election. We analyse why Scottish Labour continues to falter and what it means for devolution.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK, to stand for Holyrood
Conservative life peer and former Scotland Office minister Lord Malcolm Offord has defected to Reform UK, announcing he will stand in the Scottish Parliament elections next May. He accused the Tories of having 'given up on Scotland'.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK for Holyrood campaign
Lord Malcolm Offord quits the Conservatives, saying the party has 'given up on Scotland'. He will campaign for a seat in the Scottish Parliament elections next May.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK for Holyrood campaign
Former Conservative minister Lord Malcolm Offord quits the Tories, joins Reform UK and announces he will run in the Scottish Parliament elections. Read the full story.
Starmer: Sarwar's 'fingerprints all over' Scottish Budget
PM Keir Starmer told Scottish Labour members that Anas Sarwar's influence shaped the Budget. The SNP seized on the remarks to link Sarwar to contentious policies like the windfall tax.
SNP accused of misleading Holyrood over child abuse inquiry
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay accuses Justice Secretary Angela Constance of misrepresenting a child protection expert to block a public inquiry into grooming gangs. Read the full story.
Scottish Labour's Poll Slump Threatens Holyrood Standing
Anas Sarwar's Scottish Labour faces a dramatic fall, polling at just 17% and risking defeat by Reform UK. We analyse the internal strife and Westminster tensions behind this stunning reversal.
Scottish Labour MPs threaten Starmer leadership challenge
Scottish Labour MPs warn they could move to oust Sir Keir Starmer before next May's Holyrood elections, fearing a catastrophic defeat. Polls show Labour slumping behind SNP and Reform UK.
SNP accused of gaslighting voters over policies
John Swinney's SNP faces accusations of political gaslighting over benefit caps and business taxes. Discover how Nationalists oppose policies they once supported.
Reeves: No Scottish independence vote even with SNP win
Chancellor Rachel Reeves states there will be no second Scottish independence referendum, even if the SNP wins a Holyrood majority. Scottish ministers call it 'astonishing arrogance'.
Reeves rules out Scottish independence referendum
Chancellor Rachel Reeves states there will be no second Scottish independence referendum, even if the SNP wins a Holyrood majority, sparking accusations of arrogance from the SNP.
Kate Forbes to quit Holyrood, rules out frontline return
Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes announces she will step down as an MSP, citing family time pressures. She reveals no political prize could change her mind. Read her full story.
Scotland's World Cup Joy Meets Mossmorran Jobs Crisis
As Scottish politicians celebrate World Cup qualification, Mossmorran plant job losses expose Net Zero policy tensions. Read how Holyrood debates energy crisis.
One Nation support soars to record 18% in poll
Exclusive poll reveals One Nation's record surge as voters cite immigration and climate change as key concerns. Discover why support for the Coalition has plummeted.
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