Rangers and Celtic clash over VAR and refereeing standards
Explosive fallout as Rangers and Celtic clash over refereeing standards after dramatic League Cup semi-final, with VAR at the centre of the storm.
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St Mirren's steel proves substance beats sexy football
Discover how St Mirren FC is redefining success in Scottish football with their gritty, determined approach that proves substance often trumps style in the beautiful game.
Scotland demands emergency NHS funding talks
Exclusive: Scottish Health Secretary Chris Smith calls for emergency meeting with UK government amid growing NHS pressures and funding shortfall concerns.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Orkney Council seeks tourist tax powers amid visitor boom
Orkney Islands Council is pushing for powers to implement a tourist levy as the archipelago experiences unprecedented visitor growth, aiming to manage infrastructure strain and fund local services.
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.
Trump drops plan to send federal troops to San Francisco
In a significant reversal, former President Donald Trump has abandoned his controversial plan to send federal troops into San Francisco, following intense backlash from California officials and legal experts.
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
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.
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.
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.
Trump eyes military deployment in US cities via Insurrection Act
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly eyes using the Insurrection Act to deploy troops in Democratic cities like San Francisco, raising constitutional concerns about military power in domestic affairs.
Democrats Slam Trump's Shutdown Threat as Constitutional Crisis
US political tensions explode as Democrats condemn Donald Trump's government shutdown threats and 'no kings' rhetoric, warning of democratic backsliding ahead of critical elections.
DWP demands nine years of bank statements from claimants
Exclusive: Millions of Universal Credit claimants face unprecedented financial scrutiny as DWP demands access to nearly a decade of banking history in new fraud prevention measures.
Trump: "No Kings in America" Amid Nationwide Protests
Former President Donald Trump makes bold constitutional statement during Pennsylvania rally as nationwide campus protests continue, drawing both support and criticism.
HMRC gains power to seize money from bank accounts
HM Revenue & Customs gains controversial authority to recover tax debts directly from personal bank accounts without court orders, raising privacy and fairness concerns across Britain.
HMRC can directly deduct from bank accounts for tax debts
UK tax authorities now have unprecedented powers to directly deduct money from bank accounts for unpaid taxes, raising serious concerns about financial privacy and error risks.
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.
DWP granted new powers to access bank accounts
The Department for Work and Pensions has been granted unprecedented authority to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in a bid to combat fraud and save taxpayers £600 million annually.
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.
Trump's Authoritarian Blueprint Alarms Democracy Experts
A coalition of democracy experts and former officials warns that Donald Trump's second-term plans represent an unprecedented threat to American democratic institutions, with detailed proposals to consolidate executive power.
DWP Account Raid: Banks Get New Seizure Powers
Exclusive: Major banking update gives institutions authority to freeze and remove money from accounts suspected of benefit fraud in sweeping DWP crackdown.
DWP's bank surveillance powers spark civil liberties alarm
Controversial new government legislation grants DWP unprecedented powers to monitor bank accounts of benefit claimants, raising serious civil liberties concerns.
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