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Swinney's GP Walking Plan Branded 'Half-Baked'

First Minister John Swinney confronts intense criticism after announcing plans for new walking networks connecting GP practices, with opponents calling the scheme underdeveloped and lacking crucial detail.

Swinney snubs Sturgeon's book signing at SNP conference

First Minister John Swinney conspicuously absent from Nicola Sturgeon's high-profile book signing event at SNP conference, fueling speculation about growing tensions within the Scottish National Party leadership.

Swinney criticised over Palestine stance amid Jewish vigil

Scottish First Minister John Swinney confronts criticism for his government's position on Palestinian recognition while Jewish community holds solemn vigil for Hamas attack victims, creating political tension in Edinburgh.

Ex-SNP Treasurer Questioned in Police Fraud Probe

Exclusive: Police investigating SNP finances have interrogated former treasurer Colin Beattie about a mysterious £20,000 cash withdrawal and £600,000 of missing party funds in a major development to the fraud probe.

SNP Conference Explodes Over Independence Demands

First Minister John Swinney confronts major rebellion as SNP activists demand immediate independence action, setting stage for explosive party conference showdown over Scotland's constitutional future.

British drug mule, 23, faces Bali firing squad

Bella Culley from Lincolnshire faces execution in Indonesia after being caught with 3kg of cocaine at Denpasar Airport. The 23-year-old's harrowing story reveals how she was allegedly coerced into becoming a drug mule.

Melbourne Safe Injecting Room Future Uncertain

The controversial North Richmond safe injecting facility's fate hangs in balance as government reviews its operations while drug-related deaths and community tensions escalate.

SNP closes Aberdeen office amid party crisis

John Swinney announces controversial closure of SNP's Aberdeen headquarters as party faces mounting pressure and internal challenges following leadership transition.

SNP minister's woodburner hypocrisy exposed

SNP minister Màiri McAllan faces accusations of staggering hypocrisy after proudly showcasing her woodburning stove just days after voting against legislation to protect Scots from harmful particulate pollution.

Police raid uncovers alleged drug lab in Melbourne suburb

Exclusive: Victorian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated alleged drug manufacturing operation in a quiet Melbourne suburb, with police making multiple arrests and seizing substantial quantities of chemicals and equipment.

Trump's Caribbean drug cartel crackdown begins

The Trump administration unveils aggressive new strategy targeting Caribbean narcotics networks amid soaring US overdose crisis, deploying military assets and sanctions.

Trump: Shoot drug smugglers 'out of the water'

Former President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting military forces should open fire on drug smuggling vessels, drawing comparisons to historical piracy laws during a fiery campaign speech.

Starmer Faces Backlash Over West Bank Comments

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under fire for his stance on Palestinian statehood recognition, sparking a heated political row with the SNP and internal Labour dissent ahead of the King's Speech.

Douglas Ross slams SNP over secret minister police incident

Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross accuses the SNP government of a 'culture of unaccountability' after a ministerial incident involving police was kept secret for weeks, raising serious questions about transparency at Holyrood.

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