Scottish Government Admits Minister Absence From Holyrood
Angela Constance admits Scottish ministers have been absent from parliament debates as opposition parties demand better accountability from the SNP government.
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Holyrood and Senedd Face Westminster Power Grab
Exclusive: Scottish Parliament and Welsh Senedd confront significant challenges to their authority as UK government retains control over key policy areas, sparking devolution crisis.
Jeremy Corbyn eyes Scottish Parliament comeback
Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn is reportedly considering a dramatic return to frontline politics by standing for election to the Scottish Parliament, with Green co-leader Patrick Harvie suggesting the former Labour leader could be a 'formidable voice' for progr
Labour's Nuclear Plan for Scotland Revealed
Ed Miliband announces groundbreaking nuclear energy policy for Scotland if Labour wins Holyrood election, marking dramatic shift from SNP's anti-nuclear stance
Swinney attacks Westminster 'meddling' in Scottish affairs
SNP leader John Swinney launches blistering attack on Westminster interference, vowing to protect Scottish interests against UK government overreach in first major policy speech.
Time to torch Scotland's bloated quango empire
An explosive investigation reveals Scotland's staggering quango crisis with 250 taxpayer-funded bodies costing billions. As public services struggle, calls grow for a radical bonfire of bureaucratic waste.
Scotland's political power shifts from Westminster to Holyrood
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's political influence has dramatically shifted away from Westminster, with Holyrood now dominating key policy decisions affecting Scottish communities.
Swinney refuses to resign after SNP election setback
SNP leader John Swinney vows to continue leading Scotland's government after failing to secure majority in Holyrood elections, facing opposition challenges and internal party pressure.
Swinney grilled over Aberdeen development plans
Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney confronts intense parliamentary scrutiny regarding the Scottish Government's contentious Aberdeen development plans, facing tough questions from opposition MSPs.
SNP Unveils Holyrood 2026 Strategy at Conference
The Scottish National Party charts its course for the 2026 Holyrood elections, focusing on independence messaging and policy renewal amid internal debates and leadership challenges.
Swinney branded 'tired nationalist' in Holyrood clash
First Minister John Swinney faces furious Holyrood confrontation as opposition leaders attack his government's record and temperament in heated exchange.
John Swinney set to become Scotland's First Minister
SNP veteran John Swinney is set to become Scotland's seventh First Minister after securing the party leadership unopposed, promising unity and progressive reforms.
Scottish Government losing public trust, Curtice reveals
Exclusive analysis by Professor Sir John Curtice shows declining Scottish confidence in Holyrood's handling of health, education and economy as constitutional debates intensify.
Scots prefer Holyrood to Westminster on key policies
Exclusive YouGov research reveals Scots trust Scottish Government significantly more than UK Government across crucial policy areas including NHS, education and economy.
Swinney confronted by protesters at Hamas memorial event
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney faced heated protests outside Parliament as demonstrators demanded stronger condemnation of Hamas's October 7 attacks on Israel during emotional memorial event.
UK Government bypasses Holyrood in transport funding row
The UK Government faces accusations of undermining Scottish devolution after directly awarding £15.6 million to local councils, bypassing the Scottish Government in a move branded 'constitutionally unacceptable'.
Scottish Labour minister snubs Starmer in PM endorsement
In a stunning political development, Scottish Labour's Education Secretary has refused to endorse Sir Keir Starmer as the next Prime Minister, creating a major rift within the party ahead of crucial elections.
Scottish Labour targets SNP over teacher recruitment crisis
Scottish Labour launches bold education reform plan targeting SNP's failing teacher recruitment strategy, promising immediate action to tackle classroom shortages across Scotland.
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.
Scottish Government in Supreme Court battle over schools
The Scottish Government's controversial education reforms face a constitutional challenge as the UK Supreme Court prepares to rule on whether Holyrood overstepped its devolved powers.
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.
SNP Candidate's Swinger Profile Sparks Vetting Concerns
Exclusive: A Scottish National Party candidate for Holyrood is embroiled in scandal after a profile on a swingers' website was linked to him, raising serious questions about the party's vetting procedures and internal scrutiny.
Douglas Ross slams SNP over secret minister police incident
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross accuses the SNP government of a 'culture of unaccountability' after a ministerial incident involving police was kept secret for weeks, raising serious questions about transparency at Holyrood.
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 Tory MSP's Assault Claim
Scottish Government Minister Jamie Hepburn has abruptly resigned following explosive allegations made by Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross, plunging Holyrood into a fresh political crisis.
Douglas Ross demands John Swinney's resignation
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross has called for First Minister John Swinney to step down, citing a 'litany of failures' in public services and accusing the SNP of neglecting Scotland's priorities.
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.
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