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Swinney accused of failing Jewish community over Gaza

Scottish First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism from Jewish leaders for his government's response to the Gaza conflict and handling of rising antisemitism, with calls for a more robust and empathetic approach.

Swinney Condemns Israel in Major Diplomatic Breach

Scottish First Minister John Swinney accuses Israel of 'unacceptable' oppression of Palestinians, marking a significant foreign policy divergence from the UK government and drawing sharp criticism from Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross.

Mystery concrete block in Scottish woods for sale

A bizarre plot of 'remote land' in the Scottish Highlands, featuring nothing but a single concrete block in the middle of a dense forest, has appeared for sale online, baffling potential buyers and sparking a whirlwind of speculation online.

Humza Yousaf accused of believing he's 'above the law'

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf faces blistering criticism from political rivals who accuse him of acting as if 'the law is for other people' following his controversial comments about defying Westminster legislation.

Queen Elizabeth's Private Brexit Dismay Revealed

Explosive new insights suggest the late Queen harboured significant private reservations about Brexit, revealing a stark contrast between her personal views and public neutrality during the divisive referendum.

John Swinney Elected as Scotland's First Minister

Veteran SNP politician John Swinney has been formally elected as Scotland's seventh First Minister by MSPs, vowing to seek 'common ground' and focus on the nation's pressing priorities.

Rangers and Celtic Drab 0-0 Draw in Poor Old Firm Derby

A dire 0-0 draw between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox Stadium exposed the deep-rooted issues plaguing both Glasgow giants. The match, devoid of quality and clear chances, offers little comfort to under-pressure Rangers boss Russell Martin.

Leaver vs Remainer: A Brexit Dinner Debate

A pro-Brexit businessman and a pro-EU charity worker sit down for a politically charged meal. Discover if they found any common ground in this compelling encounter.

Pitlochry's Radical Feminist Reimagining of Robert Burns

Pitlochry Festival Theatre stages a triumphant feminist reworking of Robert Burns' work, flipping the script on the bard's famous 'Toast to the Lassies' in a vibrant, music-filled celebration of female voices.

SNP's £20M Handout to Gender Self-ID Supporters Sparks Fury

Exclusive investigation reveals the Scottish Government has awarded over £20 million to organisations actively campaigning for its contentious gender self-identification reforms, raising serious questions about the use of public funds for political lobbyi

Scottish Fishermen Land Rare Pacific Bluefin Tuna

In an unprecedented event, Scottish fishermen have successfully landed a prized Pacific bluefin tuna off the coast of Scotland, a species typically found in warmer waters thousands of miles away, sparking excitement and scientific intrigue.

Queen's Secret Brexit Views: "Unnecessary and Divisive"

A bombshell new book reveals the late Queen Elizabeth II's profound concerns about Brexit, branding the 2016 referendum 'unnecessary' and 'very divisive'. Royal confidant Lord Heseltine shares unprecedented insights into Her Majesty's private views on Bri

Scottish teachers reject pay offer, strike ballot looms

Scotland's largest teaching union, the SSTA, is preparing to ballot its members on industrial action after rejecting the Scottish Government's latest pay offer, raising the spectre of widespread school disruptions.

Holyrood Crisis: Patrick Harvie Faces No-Confidence Vote

Scottish Greens co-leader Patrick Harvie is facing a dramatic no-confidence vote at Holyrood after failing to meet a crucial deadline for updating Scotland's crumbling building standards, sparking a major political crisis for the SNP-Green government.

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