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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

Farage's Council Power Grab Reshapes UK Politics

Exclusive analysis reveals how Nigel Farage's Reform UK is making strategic gains in local councils, challenging traditional party strongholds and potentially reshaping Britain's political landscape ahead of the next general election.

UK's Worst Bin Collections Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals the UK councils with the worst bin collection records as residents face overflowing waste and missed collections.

Murray blasts SNP's 'divisive' independence focus

New Scottish Secretary Ian Murray launches blistering attack on SNP's independence agenda, vowing to make devolution work and prioritise public services over constitutional battles.

Dog owners furious over new 'ASBO' restrictions

British dog owners are erupting in anger as local authorities introduce sweeping new restrictions, including mandatory muzzles, leads, and exclusion zones, in what's being dubbed 'canine ASBOs'.

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.

Swinney's Indyref2 Plan: Empty Rhetoric Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Government's independence plan is in disarray, with even First Minister John Swinney appearing directionless on the path to Indyref2 amid growing internal confusion.

Swinney: SNP Must Become 'One Scotland Party'

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney makes bold commitment to transform SNP into more inclusive political movement, reaching beyond traditional nationalist base to unite the country.

SNP wealth tax plans create confusion in Scotland

Exclusive analysis reveals the SNP's controversial wealth tax proposals are creating widespread confusion and concern across Scotland, with experts warning of economic consequences and implementation challenges.

John Swinney accused of being 'out of touch' on priorities

Scottish First Minister John Swinney faces mounting criticism for focusing on independence while Scotland grapples with NHS waiting lists, education gaps and economic challenges, with opponents branding his approach 'detached from reality'.

The False Economy of Public Service Cuts

New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.

SNP Unveils Holyrood 2026 Strategy at Conference

The Scottish National Party charts its course for the 2026 Holyrood elections, focusing on independence messaging and policy renewal amid internal debates and leadership challenges.

Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis

Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.

Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power

Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.

Reform UK campaign sinks refugee sanctuary plan

A controversial campaign by Reform UK has successfully pressured local councillors to abandon a council-of-sanctuary plan for refugees in the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare, exposing deep political divisions over immigration policy.

UK Government bypasses Holyrood in transport funding row

The UK Government faces accusations of undermining Scottish devolution after directly awarding £15.6 million to local councils, bypassing the Scottish Government in a move branded 'constitutionally unacceptable'.

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