Alex Salmond died penniless after legal battles
Exclusive investigation reveals how Scotland's former First Minister Alex Salmond faced financial ruin, dying with mounting debts after expensive court fights to clear his name.
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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.
SNP left £1bn unspent amid cost of living crisis
Scottish ministers face scrutiny after failing to spend nearly £1 billion of public money in a single year, raising questions about financial management during economic hardship.
SNP leadership crisis as John Swinney faces internal rebellion
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures challenge John Swinney's leadership as party faces critical questions about independence strategy and policy direction amid growing internal tensions.
Starmer meets Scottish First Minister in Downing Street
Keir Starmer hosts Scotland's First Minister John Swinney in first Downing Street meeting, signalling new era of cooperation between UK and devolved governments.
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.
UK blocks Scotland's immigration detention plans
The Home Office has intervened to prevent the Scottish Government from establishing its own immigration detention facilities, sparking a major constitutional clash over devolved powers.
Home Office forces Scottish minister on 500-mile trip
Scottish First Minister John Swinney condemns Home Office after UK government officials refuse to travel to Inverness, forcing Justice Secretary to make 1,000-mile round trip to Edinburgh instead.
Scottish teachers threaten strikes over pay dispute
Scotland's education system faces mounting pressure as teachers threaten industrial action over pay disputes and deteriorating working conditions, with many considering leaving the profession entirely.
Rodgers: Falkirk Not Ready for Scottish Premiership
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has emphatically dismissed Falkirk's chances of competing in the Scottish Premiership, questioning their quality despite their League One dominance.
Scotland Demands WASPI Pension Compensation
The Scottish Government intensifies pressure on Westminster to address the WASPI pension injustice affecting millions of women born in the 1950s, calling for urgent compensation and policy reform.
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 accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt
Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.
Scottish Tax Gap Crisis: Business Leaders Sound Alarm
Industry experts warn Scotland's tax competitiveness is at risk as the revenue gap with the rest of the UK fails to narrow, despite temporary relief measures for businesses facing new tariffs.
Ronnie Sim: Scottish Political Titan Dies at 86
The political world mourns Ronnie Sim, the formidable Scottish Labour politician whose strategic brilliance and unwavering principles shaped modern Scottish politics and the devolution settlement.
Scottish Labour: NHS Will Never Be Sold Off
Anas Sarwar makes bold commitment to protect Scotland's NHS from privatisation, drawing clear dividing lines with political opponents ahead of crucial elections.
Minister confuses Welsh and Scottish governments in TV gaffe
Policing Minister Chris Philp embarrasses Conservative Party after failing to distinguish between Welsh and Scottish governments during heated GB News debate about devolution and healthcare policy.
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.
Scottish Government 'irresponsible' over recycling scheme
The Scottish Government faces scathing criticism in court over its 'catastrophic' management of a failed recycling deposit scheme that cost taxpayers millions and left businesses in turmoil.
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
Scottish Government's £2.5m RBS contract sparks row
First Minister John Swinney faces scrutiny over a major Royal Bank of Scotland deal awarded without competitive tender, raising questions about government procurement transparency.
Scotland's Five-Year SNP Rule Continues as Labour Falters
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland faces five more years of nationalist rule as Starmer's Labour fails to mount effective opposition. The political stalemate continues despite growing public discontent.
£24m Trump/Pence security bill sparks Scotland-Westminster row
A major financial dispute has erupted between Scottish and UK authorities over who should pay the staggering £24 million policing bill for protecting Donald Trump and Mike Pence during their visits to Scotland.
Westminster blocks Scotland's Canada trade mission
The UK Government has prevented Scottish ministers from attending a major international trade summit in Canada, sparking fresh tensions over foreign relations powers.
UK blocks Scottish govt from Trump and Vance meetings
The UK government has intervened to prevent Scottish ministers from holding official meetings with Donald Trump and JD Vance during their UK visits, sparking a major constitutional row over devolved powers.
UK blocks Scottish Government's international offices
The UK Government has rejected a formal request from Scottish Ministers to open international offices, escalating tensions over foreign policy powers and devolved authority.
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.
Melrose Abbey: JK Rowling's Historic Scottish Inspiration
Discover the majestic ruins of Melrose Abbey in the Scottish Borders, a stunning medieval masterpiece that inspired JK Rowling and offers breathtaking views for history lovers and Harry Potter fans alike.
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.
Swinney defends Chinese wind turbine deal amid security fears
John Swinney faces mounting pressure as he defends controversial Chinese turbine contract for massive Scottish wind farm while security experts sound national security warnings.
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