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Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings

Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.

Scottish families face income tax threat amid Reeves review

Scottish households brace for potential income tax hikes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers increases that could widen the fiscal gap with rest of UK, putting additional pressure on family budgets already strained by SNP policies.

SNP plans minimum pricing for tobacco in Scotland

The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.

SNP's £300m Airport Gamble Fails to Save Shipyard

Exclusive investigation reveals how Scottish ministers poured hundreds of millions into Prestwick Airport hoping to save nearby shipyard, but Ferguson Marine continues to flounder despite massive taxpayer investment.

SNP accused of 'cooking books' on NHS data

Scottish ministers face allegations of manipulating NHS data to create false impression of superior performance compared to England's health service in shocking new report.

Swinney accuses Westminster of anti-Scottish agenda

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has launched a blistering attack on the UK government, accusing Westminster of deliberately undermining Scottish interests and pursuing policies that actively harm the nation.

Scots Face £6,500 Council Tax Hike in SNP Overhaul

Homeowners across Scotland brace for financial blow as SNP government plans radical council tax overhaul that could see bills increase by up to £6,500 annually under controversial new property valuation system.

SNP urged to end nuclear ban amid energy crisis fears

A leading economic think tank urges Scottish government to reconsider nuclear energy ban, warning current renewable strategy risks leaving Scotland in the dark and damaging economic competitiveness.

SNP demands £26m for Trump Scotland security costs

The Scottish Government is pressing the UK Treasury to cover massive policing costs incurred during Donald Trump's visits to his Scottish golf resorts, sparking a fresh constitutional clash.

Starmer meets Swinney in Edinburgh for power talks

In an unprecedented political move, Prime Minister Keir Starmer travels to Edinburgh for crucial talks with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, signalling a new era of cooperation between Labour and the SNP.

SNP demands urgent talks with Labour government

The Scottish National Party intensifies pressure on Keir Starmer's new administration, calling for immediate discussions on devolution and Scotland's future relationship with Westminster.

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.

Scottish school qualification crisis deepens with 40% surge

Scottish ministers face mounting criticism as new data reveals a dramatic 40% increase in children leaving school early without basic qualifications since 2019, raising serious concerns about Scotland's education system under SNP leadership.

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