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Swinney: Westminster's approach is 'deeply damaging'

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney delivers a stark warning, accusing the UK government of undermining devolution and damaging bilateral relations with a 'unilateral' and 'high-handed' approach.

Thai Deputy PM Anutin survives cabinet confidence vote

Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul retains his cabinet position after a crucial confidence vote, securing 276 votes in parliament. The move stabilises the ruling coalition but exposes underlying political fractures.

SNP Minister Accused of Assault in Seagull Summit Row

Scottish Government Minister Jamie Hepburn faces serious allegations of physical assault against former Scottish Tory leader Jackson Carlaw during a heated confrontation over seagull nuisance policies at a Holyrood summit.

Scotland abolishes 'not proven' verdict after centuries

In a landmark legal reform, the Scottish Government has passed legislation to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, fundamentally altering the country's unique three-verdict justice system that has stood for centuries.

Scotland Scraps 'Not Proven' Verdict in Legal Overhaul

The Scottish Parliament has voted to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, a unique feature of Scots law for centuries. This landmark decision streamlines the justice system into a binary choice of 'guilty' or 'not guilty'.

Scottish Justice Secretary Faces Ministerial Code Probe

Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is under investigation for a potential breach of ministerial rules after contacting a public body about a constituent's case, raising questions about propriety in the Scottish Government.

Holyrood Spends More Time on Palestine Than Scottish Issues

Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Parliament is spending disproportionate time on international affairs like Palestine while domestic crises in Perthshire, Paisley and across Scotland demand urgent attention. Critics question Holyrood's misplaced pr

SNP's Soft Justice: Sex Offenders Dodge Prison Sentences

Exclusive investigation reveals a crisis in Scotland's justice system under the SNP, with hundreds of serious sexual offenders avoiding prison sentences. Victims' groups express outrage as data shows a pattern of lenient sentencing.

Macron Appoints Fourth French PM in a Year

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu as the new Prime Minister, just 24 hours after his predecessor lost a confidence vote. This marks the country's fourth head of government in a single year, signalling deep i

French PM survives no-confidence vote over pension fury

French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne narrowly survives a no-confidence vote triggered by her use of constitutional powers to force through deeply unpopular pension reforms, plunging President Macron's government into political turmoil.

French PM: Avoid Britain's Tax Mistakes Amid Crisis

France's Prime Minister Gabriel Attal issues a stark economic warning against following Britain's high-tax model as he faces a critical no-confidence vote. Analysis of Europe's deepening financial crisis.

John Swinney Elected as Scotland's New First Minister

John Swinney has been officially elected as Scotland's seventh First Minister by MSPs at Holyrood. The SNP leader now faces the challenge of uniting his party and reconnecting with the Scottish public.

French PM Faces Make-or-Break Confidence Vote

French Prime Minister François Bayrou faces a critical vote of confidence in the National Assembly, a pivotal moment that could reshape President Macron's government and its reform agenda.

Sturgeon's Memoir Bombshell: Salmond, COVID and IndyRef

Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon breaks her silence in a highly anticipated memoir, addressing the COVID-19 response, the bitter feud with Alex Salmond, and the stalled independence campaign. Her revelations promise to send shockwaves through Scottis

Police Probe Security Alert at Scottish Parliament

Police Scotland launches investigation after a major security alert forces the lockdown and evacuation of the Scottish Parliament building at Holyrood, disrupting parliamentary business.

Humza Yousaf accused of believing he's 'above the law'

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf faces blistering criticism from political rivals who accuse him of acting as if 'the law is for other people' following his controversial comments about defying Westminster legislation.

John Swinney Elected as Scotland's First Minister

Veteran SNP politician John Swinney has been formally elected as Scotland's seventh First Minister by MSPs, vowing to seek 'common ground' and focus on the nation's pressing priorities.

Holyrood Scandal: MSPs Secretly Filmed in Toilets

Exclusive investigation reveals five Members of the Scottish Parliament were covertly filmed by a hidden camera placed in Holyrood's toilets, sparking a major security review and privacy outrage.

Police probe security breach at Scottish Parliament

Police Scotland launches an investigation after a man breaches security at the Scottish Parliament building in Holyrood, prompting a full lockdown and raising serious questions about safety protocols.

Holyrood Crisis: Patrick Harvie Faces No-Confidence Vote

Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie is facing a dramatic no-confidence vote at Holyrood after failing to meet a crucial deadline for updating Scotland's crumbling building standards, sparking a major political crisis for the SNP-Green government.

Holyrood Gains New Powers in Landmark Shift from Westminster

A landmark bill passing through Holyrood is set to fundamentally reshape Scotland's relationship with Westminster, granting MSPs greater autonomy over key policy areas and reducing London's influence, according to a major report from the Nuffield Trust.

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