Scottish Tory leader: SNP creating 'country of skivers'
Douglas Ross launches scathing critique of SNP's welfare policies, claiming Scotland risks becoming a nation of benefit dependency rather than hard work and ambition.
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Scottish golfer MacIntyre's emotional St Andrews victory
Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre triumphs in dramatic homecoming victory at St Andrews, securing his second DP World Tour title in front of emotional home crowd.
Parliament cleaner sacked over security breach
A cleaner at the Houses of Parliament has been dismissed following a serious security breach, raising concerns about protection protocols within one of Britain's most sensitive political institutions.
Pink Lady protesters storm Parliament in migrant demo
Anti-migrant activists, including the notorious 'Pink Lady', staged a dramatic protest inside the Houses of Parliament, clashing with police and disrupting proceedings in a bold security breach that has raised serious questions about parliamentary safety.
Labour MSP suspended over Holyrood harassment claims
Scottish Labour MSP Foysol Choudhury has been suspended from the party following serious harassment allegations made by a female Holyrood staff member, prompting an internal investigation.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Scottish Parliament to debate single-use plastics ban petition
A young climate campaigner from Jura has forced Scottish Parliament to debate a comprehensive ban on single-use plastics, challenging current environmental policy.
Holyrood's Seagull Spat Exposes Scottish Political Crisis
Graham Grant's scathing analysis reveals how a debate about gull droppings in Edinburgh has become a symbol of Holyrood's misplaced priorities and constitutional crisis.
Scottish Tory MSPs walk out of Holyrood in protest
Dramatic scenes at Holyrood as Scottish Conservative MSPs storm out of parliament after SNP Minister refuses to apologise for branding pro-UK politicians 'traitors' to Scotland.
Scottish Tory exodus: Douglas Ross and senior MSPs quit Holyrood
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross announces he will not stand for re-election to Holyrood, joining a growing exodus of senior Tory MSPs ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.
Scotland's Devolution Crisis: SNP Minister Must Resign
Exclusive analysis reveals Scotland's governance is in a state of paralysis, with the SNP facing mounting pressure over policy failures and constitutional stagnation. Stephen Daisley's damning indictment demands urgent ministerial accountability.
Scottish Minister Resigns After Assault Allegation
Scottish Government Minister Jamie Hepburn has abruptly resigned from his post after being accused of assaulting Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross. The shock resignation sends shockwaves through Holyrood amid ongoing political tensions.
Douglas Ross accuses John Swinney of 'ducking responsibility'
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross launches a scathing attack on First Minister John Swinney, accusing him of evading accountability on key government policies and failing the Scottish people in a fiery First Minister's Questions session.
SNP Minister Quits After Alleged Assault by Tory MSP
Scottish Parliament in crisis as SNP's Gillian Mackay resigns, claiming she was 'assaulted' by Conservative MSP Stephen Kerr following a foul-mouthed tirade over a proposed seagull protection law. The shocking incident exposes deep fractures at Holyrood.
Scottish Government in Legal Advice Standoff Over Gender Bill
The Scottish Government faces mounting pressure to disclose its legal advice on the Gender Recognition Reform Bill after a controversial Section 35 order from Westminster blocked the legislation. Scottish Secretary Alister Jack defends the move as 'necess
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.
Queen's 'lazy' Scottish Parliament remark caused palace row
A bombshell biography reveals how the late Queen's private critique of the Scottish Parliament sparked a major row over royal impartiality and the future of the Union.
MSPs Back 'Suzanne's Law' For Missing Vulnerable Adults
Scottish Parliament unites to pass 'Suzanne's Law', a crucial new measure ensuring faster police response for vulnerable missing adults, inspired by the tragic case of Suzanne Pilley.
SNP Minister: Starmer 'Dancing to Tory Tune' on Devolution
Scotland's Drugs and Alcohol Minister launches a blistering attack on the Labour leader, claiming his stance on devolution aligns with the Conservatives and undermines Scottish interests.
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
Macron's election gamble backfires, creating French political crisis
Emmanuel Macron's snap election strategy has resulted in a fragmented parliament, the fall of a key centrist ally, and a governance crisis that threatens France's stability and economic future.
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.
Emergency at Parliament After Scaffolding Fall
A major emergency response unfolded at the Houses of Parliament after an individual fell from scaffolding. Read the latest on the incident and the condition of the person involved.
Swinney's Braveheart retort to Ross in fiery FMQs clash
First Minister John Swinney delivered a blistering, Braveheart-inspired retort to Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross during a heated First Minister's Questions, defending the SNP's record and accusing opponents of 'gutter politics'.
Scotland's benefits bill crisis may force tax hikes and cuts
Scottish ministers confront stark warnings as the nation's soaring benefits expenditure threatens to trigger significant tax increases and austerity measures, testing the limits of devolved powers.
Swinney accused of ignoring Scotland's problems for symbolic vote
First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism for prioritising a symbolic vote on Palestinian statehood over addressing Scotland's domestic emergencies in healthcare, education, and the economy.
Holyrood Toilet Spy Camera Scandal: Presiding Officer 'Appalled'
A major security breach rocks the Scottish Parliament as a covert camera is discovered hidden in a Holyrood toilet. Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone expresses outrage as Police Scotland launches a criminal investigation.
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.
Nurse's 300-mile protest after NHS fails her son
A Scottish nurse drove from Kirkcaldy to Holyrood after NHS Fife discharged her vulnerable son without support. Read her emotional plea for mental health reform.
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