600+ Police Scotland 999 Calls Ignored in 3 Years
Shocking figures reveal Police Scotland failed to respond to 600+ emergency calls despite life-threatening situations. Public safety at risk amid SNP cuts.
Category : Search result: SNP cuts
SNP under fire for grooming gangs inquiry refusal
SNP government faces mounting criticism for resisting independent inquiry into grooming gangs despite victims' harrowing testimonies. Calls grow for justice as existing child abuse probe could investigate.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026
Massive WHO staff cuts of nearly 25% will severely impact global health security and disease outbreak response, experts warn. The world faces increased health risks.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures
The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan
Nicola Sturgeon faces bankruptcy petition in High Court
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confronts bankruptcy proceedings as legal action intensifies around SNP financial management and party governance.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Swinney snubs Sturgeon's book signing at SNP conference
First Minister John Swinney conspicuously absent from Nicola Sturgeon's high-profile book signing event at SNP conference, fueling speculation about growing tensions within the Scottish National Party leadership.
Ex-SNP Treasurer Questioned in Police Fraud Probe
Exclusive: Police investigating SNP finances have interrogated former treasurer Colin Beattie about a mysterious £20,000 cash withdrawal and £600,000 of missing party funds in a major development to the fraud probe.
SNP Conference Explodes Over Independence Demands
First Minister John Swinney confronts major rebellion as SNP activists demand immediate independence action, setting stage for explosive party conference showdown over Scotland's constitutional future.
Government slashes museum funding in major shake-up
Major English museums face devastating budget cuts as Arts Council England redirects funding away from traditional institutions toward 'levelling up' agenda, sparking outrage in cultural sector.
SNP closes Aberdeen office amid party crisis
John Swinney announces controversial closure of SNP's Aberdeen headquarters as party faces mounting pressure and internal challenges following leadership transition.
Tories Unveil Radical Welfare Cuts Plan
The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms that could significantly reduce benefits payments for millions, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Trump's SNAP cuts spark UK food bank crisis
As Trump administration slashes food stamp funding, British food banks report alarming surge in demand from vulnerable families facing hunger crisis.
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.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
ITV closes Good Morning Britain canteen in budget cuts
Exclusive: ITV has sparked internal fury after closing the flagship Good Morning Britain staff canteen in drastic budget cuts. Presenters and crew are now forced to bring packed lunches as the broadcaster slashes costs.
Australia's Budget Soars: Record $44bn Surplus Sparks Tax Debate
Australia's budget surplus hits a staggering $44bn, nearly double previous forecasts, igniting fierce political debate over tax cuts and cost-of-living relief ahead of the next election.
Sturgeon's memoir reveals deep discontent within SNP
Former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon's explosive new memoir 'Frankly' reveals deep discontent within the party, criticising its current direction and questioning the strategy for Scottish independence.
Sturgeon demands UK recognise Palestinian state
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has called for the UK to officially recognise Palestinian statehood, criticising the current government's approach to the Gaza conflict and urging Labour to clarify its stance.
Supreme Court Blocks Scotland's Gender Reform Bill
The UK Supreme Court has delivered a seismic ruling, rejecting Scotland's Gender Recognition Reform Bill. This article explores the constitutional clash, the implications for trans rights, and the fallout for devolution.
JK Rowling Slams Sturgeon Over Gender Rights Approach
Harry Potter author JK Rowling delivers a scathing critique of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's approach to gender recognition reforms, accusing her of fostering a toxic public discourse and ignoring women's concerns.
Sturgeon's 'Sneering' Corbyn Jibe Revealed in Explosive Book
Nicola Sturgeon allegedly dismissed Jeremy Corbyn as a 'sneering' middle-class Englishman in a private remark, revealed in a new book by former aide Tim Rideout, exposing deep tensions within the progressive alliance and the SNP's internal strategy.
Sturgeon: Corbyn must back Scottish independence
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon makes direct appeal to Jeremy Corbyn, stating Labour must support Scottish independence to secure progressive change and counter Conservative rule.
Sturgeon: Corbyn Would Have Cost Labour Scotland
Exclusive: Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon delivers a stark assessment of Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, claiming he would have cost Labour crucial Scottish seats and hindered a progressive alliance.
Tributes paid to Holyrood's first Presiding Officer Sir George Reid
Tributes pour in for the visionary Scottish politician and diplomat whose career spanned Westminster, Holyrood, and international humanitarian work, remembered as a master consensus-builder.
Scottish Nationalists Accused of 'Fiddling While Rome Burns'
A scathing critique accuses the SNP of indulging in constitutional fantasies and partisan posturing while Scotland grapples with severe real-world challenges in public services and the economy.
Starmer Faces Backlash Over Gaza as Swinney Condemns UK Parliament
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under intense scrutiny for his position on the Israel-Gaza conflict, with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney criticising Westminster's handling of the crisis. The political row highlights deep divisions over UK foreig
Police Investigate SNP Over Data Protection Breach Allegations
Police Scotland launches investigation into potential data protection breaches by the SNP following a complaint. The probe examines the party's internal data handling practices.
Page 1 of 4