Ferry Chaos: 16,000+ Sailings Cancelled in Scotland
Official figures reveal over 16,000 ferry cancellations due to breakdowns, sparking accusations of 'chaos' for island communities. Read the full story on the SNP's ferry failures.
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20,000 NHS waiting list deaths under SNP's Neil Gray
Official data reveals 20,488 patients died on NHS Scotland waiting lists under Health Secretary Neil Gray. Scottish Conservatives demand an apology and urgent action to cut spiralling delays.
20mph zones have more serious accidents than motorways
Official figures show an average of 176 serious casualties a year on 20mph roads, higher than on 70mph motorways. Calls grow for SNP ministers to review the policy. Read the full analysis.
Scottish drug deaths surge by nearly a fifth in a year
Suspected drug deaths in Scotland have risen by 19% year-on-year, with critics blaming SNP policies. New figures deal a blow to the government's 'national mission' on addiction.
SNP ditches £500k 50mph speed limit plan
Scottish ministers abandon proposal to lower single carriageway speed limits to 50mph after spending over £500,000. Public consultation showed overwhelming opposition to the move.
Spain's €60 monthly nationwide public transport pass unveiled
Spain's government launches a flat-fee €60 monthly pass for nationwide bus and train travel, aiming to cut costs for millions. Prime Minister Sánchez touts the scheme amid political turmoil.
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.
SNP Proposes 4-Day Week for Scottish Teachers
Scottish teachers could get a flexible four-day week under new SNP plans to avert strikes. Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth unveils proposals for reduced classroom contact time.
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 landowners fear SNP land reform "unworkable"
MSPs face fierce backlash as proposed legislation to break up large estates threatens rural economy and sparks constitutional concerns across Scotland's agricultural sector.
Sydney Transport Crisis: Major Rail Delays Hit Network
Commuters across Sydney and New South Wales face severe disruptions as significant delays hit the rail network, with Transport for NSW issuing urgent warnings and alternative travel advice.
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.
Glasgow's Free Transport for Young and Elderly Begins
Glasgow pioneers groundbreaking free public transport initiative offering unlimited bus, train and subway travel to under-22s and over-60s in major sustainability push.
Sydney transport chaos as new timetables spark major delays
Major disruptions hit Sydney's transport network as new timetables cause widespread delays and cancellations, prompting urgent government intervention and union warnings.
SNP independence 'threat to UK security' warns Shapps
UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps launches extraordinary attack on SNP's independence blueprint, warning it would undermine national security and weaken Britain's defences in dangerous world.
Sydney's Transport Chaos: New Timetable Sparks Fury
Sydney commuters face severe disruptions as new transport timetables take effect, triggering union warnings of safety risks and service reliability concerns across the city's network.
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.
Scottish recycling scheme branded 'national embarrassment'
Exclusive: Senior SNP figure Fergus Ewing launches blistering attack on Scotland's botched recycling scheme, blaming Sturgeon and Slater for £300M 'fiasco' that threatens businesses and jobs.
Swinney rules out Scottish income tax increases
SNP leader John Swinney makes significant commitment to Scottish taxpayers, pledging no further income tax increases while challenging Labour's economic plans ahead of Westminster election.
Sydney transport chaos as new timetable sparks major delays
Sydney commuters face major disruptions as a new transport timetable takes effect, causing widespread delays and triggering industrial action threats from rail unions over staffing concerns.
Sydney's transport chaos as new train timetable sparks backlash
Sydney commuters face major disruptions as a new train timetable launches, drawing criticism from unions and opposition over service cuts and overcrowding concerns.
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.
Government withdraws support for Heathrow third runway
Transport Secretary Mark Harper has withdrawn government support for Heathrow's third runway, dealing a significant blow to the airport's expansion plans and creating uncertainty for the aviation industry.
Recycling firm crisis after Scotland's failed bottle scheme
Exclusive: Circularity Scotland invested millions in Scottish Government's doomed deposit return scheme, leaving businesses in crisis and sparking political fallout.
Faulty cable caused Lisbon funicular crash
Official investigation uncovers critical cable failure behind Lisbon's funicular emergency that injured 14 people, raising urgent questions about transport safety protocols.
Electric cargo bikes replace second cars in UK families
Discover how UK families are swapping their second vehicles for electric cargo bikes, saving thousands while transforming school runs and grocery trips in urban areas.
Scottish workers pay highest taxes in UK
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's progressive tax system is penalising ambition and creating the highest tax rates in Britain, with middle-earners facing unprecedented financial pressure.
$70 million sits unused on forgotten Sydney Opal cards
Shocking investigation uncovers how Sydney commuters have abandoned over $70 million in unused Opal card funds, creating an unexpected windfall for transport authorities.
Swinney's GP Walking Plan Branded 'Half-Baked'
First Minister John Swinney confronts intense criticism after announcing plans for new walking networks connecting GP practices, with opponents calling the scheme underdeveloped and lacking crucial detail.
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