Ethics Watchdogs Defy Swinney to Probe Minister
First Minister John Swinney faces a major setback as independent advisers launch a probe into Justice Secretary Angela Constance over grooming gangs remarks. Read the full story.
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Scotland's public inquiries cost £258m, report finds
A damning Holyrood report reveals Scotland's public inquiries have cost taxpayers £258m since 2007, criticising them for being too expensive and damaging frontline services. Read the full findings.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Calls for probe into Justice Secretary after Holyrood vote
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance survives a no confidence vote, but opposition leaders demand an inquiry into whether she breached the ministerial code over grooming gangs comments.
Scottish Justice Secretary survives no confidence vote
Scotland's Justice Secretary, Angela Constance, has narrowly survived a vote of no confidence in Holyrood. The motion followed accusations she misled Parliament over grooming gangs expert advice. Read the full details.
Victims' Mother Says 'No Faith' in Justice Minister Over Grooming Probe
The mother of a child rape victim says she has no faith in Justice Secretary Angela Constance overseeing a grooming gangs review. SNP ministers face calls for an independent inquiry.
SNP accused of misleading Holyrood over child abuse inquiry
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay accuses Justice Secretary Angela Constance of misrepresenting a child protection expert to block a public inquiry into grooming gangs. Read the full story.
Police bosses blocked Lawrence spying disclosure
Undercover officer Peter Francis reveals senior police resisted telling Macpherson inquiry about covert surveillance of Stephen Lawrence's family. Read the full story.
Salisbury Novichok report part sealed for 100 years
A key section of the £8m Dawn Sturgess inquiry report will remain secret for up to a century over national security fears. Lord Hughes found Putin 'morally responsible' for her death.
Novichok Inquiry Findings Revealed on Good Morning Britain
Good Morning Britain reports the conclusion of the public inquiry into the death of Dawn Sturgess, poisoned by Novichok in Salisbury. Discover the key findings.
Covid inquiry response costs taxpayers over £100m
Official data shows the UK government has spent over £100 million on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the breakdown and why it's set to be Britain's most expensive public inquiry.
Covid inquiry response costs taxpayer over £100m
Official figures reveal the Government has spent over £100m on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the full breakdown of the escalating public spending.
China Spy Case Collapse 'Shambolic', Inquiry Finds
A parliamentary inquiry brands the collapse of a China spy prosecution 'shambolic', citing systemic failures. The damning report emerges as ministers delay a decision on a new Chinese 'super-embassy'.
Barclays Hampden: New Name for Scotland's National Stadium
Barclays agrees a multi-million pound deal to rename Scotland's Hampden Park, boosting SFA finances after World Cup qualification. Discover the impact across Scottish football.
Public Inquiry into Surgeon Sam Eljamel Begins
The public inquiry into disgraced surgeon Sam Eljamel, who harmed dozens at Ninewells Hospital, begins hearing opening statements. Follow for updates on this major NHS scandal.
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 accused of blocking grooming gang inquiry powers
The Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry reveals it already holds powers to investigate grooming gangs, raising questions over the SNP government's refusal to launch a dedicated probe. Survivors demand action.
Covid Inquiry Slams Sturgeon's Leadership in Scotland
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry's second report reveals critical failures in Scottish Government decision-making. Scottish Covid Bereaved group vows to hold ministers accountable for implementing lessons learned.
Inquiry Condemns Sturgeon's Zero-Covid Failure
Nicola Sturgeon's government pursued an 'inappropriate' zero-Covid strategy that was 'destined to fail', according to damning UK Covid Inquiry findings. Discover the full report.
Covid Inquiry Damns Sturgeon's Pandemic Leadership
UK Covid-19 Inquiry delivers devastating verdict on Nicola Sturgeon's government, revealing failed planning, deleted WhatsApps, and a zero-covid strategy that cost lives. Read the full report.
Sturgeon's 'Gold Command' Covid meetings lacked transparency
Nicola Sturgeon's informal 'gold command' meetings during the pandemic reduced government transparency and sidelined the Scottish Cabinet, a Covid inquiry has found. Discover the full findings.
Scottish Government 'had no Covid strategy' in 2020
UK Covid-19 Inquiry reveals Scottish Government's inadequate early pandemic response and over-reliance on Westminster. Discover the key findings and Nicola Sturgeon's response.
Swinney's Covid regret ahead of inquiry report
Scottish First Minister John Swinney expresses regret for Covid suffering as the UK inquiry prepares its report. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar delivers scathing criticism of the government's pandemic record.
450 Schools Closed in Asbestos Sand Crisis
South Australia demands a federal inquiry after asbestos-laced play sand forces 450 school closures. Discover the health risks and how the contaminated product entered the country.
Child Abuse Victim Demands Scottish National Inquiry
Taylor, a survivor of organised child sexual exploitation, calls for a Scottish national inquiry after systemic state failures. Join the call for justice and accountability.
Swinney 'open' to Scottish grooming gangs inquiry
First Minister John Swinney praises survivor's courage and confirms he is open to a national inquiry into grooming gangs in Scotland following a victim's powerful letter.
Grooming Gang Victim Urges Scottish National Inquiry
A victim of alleged grooming gangs in Glasgow urges First Minister John Swinney to launch a national inquiry, revealing systemic failures and ongoing abuse of vulnerable children.
Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn
Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.
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.
Bayoh family condemns police federation's inquiry stance
The family of Sheku Bayoh has launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Police Federation, accusing them of attempting to undermine a landmark public inquiry into his death in police custody.
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