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Swinney Blasts Trump's 'Scotch' Comment: Demand Respect

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has issued a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump after the former US President referred to the Scottish people as 'Scotch'. The diplomatic row highlights ongoing tensions over Trump's Scottish golf resorts.

Trump Demands Apology from Scotland's First Minister

Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, demanding a formal apology over critical remarks about his character. The explosive intervention threatens to strain US-Scottish relations and casts

Swinney Heads to Washington for US Talks

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is set for high-stakes meetings in Washington DC, aiming to strengthen Scottish-American ties and discuss key policy areas, despite constitutional limitations on his international role.

Swinney accused of ignoring Scotland's immigration crisis

First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism for dismissing a landmark report on Scotland's unsustainable population growth, sparking a major political row over his government's approach to immigration and public services.

MoD Rejects Scottish Call to Halt Nuclear Convoys

The Ministry of Defence has formally dismissed a request from Scottish Ministers to suspend the transport of nuclear defence materials, citing national security imperatives. The standoff highlights ongoing tensions in UK defence policy.

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.

Yousaf in Crisis Over 'Jews Not Safe in Scotland' Comments

Humza Yousaf is embroiled in a major political storm after the family of a Hamas victim confronted him over his response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and alleged he admitted Jews are not safe in Scotland, sparking outrage and calls for resignation.

Yousaf faces backlash over Jewish community role snub

Exclusive: Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf faces mounting pressure after his controversial decision to appoint John Swinney, rather than a dedicated Minister for Jewish Communities, sparks outrage and accusations of failing a key test of leadership

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'.

Starmer rejects Swinney's urgent summit demand

Prime Minister Keir Starmer dismisses Scottish First Minister John Swinney's demand for an immediate meeting on devolution, setting the stage for a clash over the future of the Union.

Swinney Condemns UK Arms Sales to Israel

First Minister John Swinney declares Scotland's firm opposition to UK arms exports to Israel, calling the Gaza conflict a 'humanitarian catastrophe' and urging an immediate ceasefire in a significant break from Westminster policy.

Swinney accused of failing Jewish community over Gaza

Scottish First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism from Jewish leaders for his government's response to the Gaza conflict and handling of rising antisemitism, with calls for a more robust and empathetic approach.

Scotland's NHS Crisis: Swinney Faces Mounting Pressure

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is under intense scrutiny as the nation's NHS faces a deepening crisis, with soaring waiting times and critical reports highlighting systemic failures in patient care.

Swinney Slams Westminster's 'Colonial' Attitude

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney accuses the UK Government of a 'colonial' approach, undermining devolution and bypassing Holyrood on key policies in a major constitutional clash.

Swinney Condemns Israel in Major Diplomatic Breach

Scottish First Minister John Swinney accuses Israel of 'unacceptable' oppression of Palestinians, marking a significant foreign policy divergence from the UK government and drawing sharp criticism from Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross.

Swinney Condemns UK Government Over Gaza Stance

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney launches a scathing critique of the UK's position on Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire and accusing Westminster of failing international law.

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.

Taxpayer funds Swinney's stay at Trump Turnberry resort

Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney sparks outrage as it's revealed public funds were used for an official stay at Donald Trump's luxury Turnberry resort, raising serious questions about government spending and propriety.

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