Scottish Government trust hits record low in poll
Public confidence in the Scottish Government has hit an unprecedented low as new polling reveals growing dissatisfaction with devolution and the SNP's leadership.
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Swinney's Stark Warning on Scotland's Economic Future
Scotland's Deputy First Minister issues urgent economic assessment, revealing critical challenges facing the nation's finances and public services.
Sturgeon's child care scheme branded 'shambolic'
A scathing independent review reveals Nicola Sturgeon's flagship scheme to transform the lives of looked-after children has descended into chaos, with devastating consequences for Scotland's most vulnerable young people.
Badenoch: SNP and Labour's green agenda damaging Scotland
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch launches scathing attack on Scottish green policies, warning they're destroying Scotland's economic competitiveness while England powers ahead.
Swinney confronted by protesters at Hamas memorial event
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney faced heated protests outside Parliament as demonstrators demanded stronger condemnation of Hamas's October 7 attacks on Israel during emotional memorial event.
Scottish Tory leader: SNP creating 'country of skivers'
Douglas Ross launches scathing critique of SNP's welfare policies, claiming Scotland risks becoming a nation of benefit dependency rather than hard work and ambition.
Scottish golfer MacIntyre's emotional St Andrews victory
Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre triumphs in dramatic homecoming victory at St Andrews, securing his second DP World Tour title in front of emotional home crowd.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Scottish migration crisis shatters "Jock Tamson's bairns" myth
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's traditional welcoming ethos is collapsing under unprecedented migration pressures, with voters feeling betrayed by political elites and demanding radical policy changes.
Swinney blasts Trump and Farage as threat to democracy
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has launched a scathing attack on Donald Trump and Nigel Farage, accusing them of undermining democratic values. Speaking at a major independence rally, he positioned Scotland's future in stark contrast to their poli
Swinney's U-Turn: SNP Eyes Reform UK Deal
In a dramatic shift, SNP leader John Swinney signals potential cooperation with Reform UK, the party he previously condemned as 'deeply damaging', as the Scottish Nationalists face electoral desperation.
Holyrood's Seagull Spat Exposes Scottish Political Crisis
Graham Grant's scathing analysis reveals how a debate about gull droppings in Edinburgh has become a symbol of Holyrood's misplaced priorities and constitutional crisis.
Police raid SNP Perth office in major financial investigation
Police Scotland launches a major investigation into SNP finances with a raid on the party's Perth headquarters, plunging Scottish politics into turmoil and raising questions about transparency.
Labour to strip SNP of education powers
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson declares a future Labour government would strip the SNP of its control of Scotland's education system, citing years of failure and declining standards.
Labour's Phillipson demands SNP act on Scottish education crisis
Labour's Shadow Education Secretary accuses the SNP of failing Scottish pupils and calls for immediate focus on falling standards and child poverty, shifting blame from constitutional debates.
Scottish Tory MSPs walk out of Holyrood in protest
Dramatic scenes at Holyrood as Scottish Conservative MSPs storm out of parliament after SNP Minister refuses to apologise for branding pro-UK politicians 'traitors' to Scotland.
Scottish Tory exodus: Douglas Ross and senior MSPs quit Holyrood
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross announces he will not stand for re-election to Holyrood, joining a growing exodus of senior Tory MSPs ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.
SNP Candidate's Swinger Profile Sparks Vetting Concerns
Exclusive: A Scottish National Party candidate for Holyrood is embroiled in scandal after a profile on a swingers' website was linked to him, raising serious questions about the party's vetting procedures and internal scrutiny.
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.
Scotland's Devolution Crisis: SNP Minister Must Resign
Exclusive analysis reveals Scotland's governance is in a state of paralysis, with the SNP facing mounting pressure over policy failures and constitutional stagnation. Stephen Daisley's damning indictment demands urgent ministerial accountability.
Scottish Minister Resigns After Assault Allegation
Scottish Government Minister Jamie Hepburn has abruptly resigned from his post after being accused of assaulting Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross. The shock resignation sends shockwaves through Holyrood amid ongoing political tensions.
Douglas Ross accuses John Swinney of 'ducking responsibility'
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross launches a scathing attack on First Minister John Swinney, accusing him of evading accountability on key government policies and failing the Scottish people in a fiery First Minister's Questions session.
SNP Minister Quits After Tory MSP's Assault Claim
Scottish Government Minister Jamie Hepburn has abruptly resigned following explosive allegations made by Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross, plunging Holyrood into a fresh political crisis.
Douglas Ross demands John Swinney's resignation
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross has called for First Minister John Swinney to step down, citing a 'litany of failures' in public services and accusing the SNP of neglecting Scotland's priorities.
Swinney: Westminster's approach is 'deeply damaging'
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney delivers a stark warning, accusing the UK government of undermining devolution and damaging bilateral relations with a 'unilateral' and 'high-handed' approach.
Humza Yousaf's 'Shoogly Peg': SNP Leadership Wobbles
An exclusive insight into the growing instability within the SNP leadership as Humza Yousaf faces mounting pressure, with critics suggesting his position is on a 'shoogly peg' following a series of political missteps.
Scottish Justice Secretary Faces Ministerial Code Probe
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is under investigation for a potential breach of ministerial rules after contacting a public body about a constituent's case, raising questions about propriety in the Scottish Government.
SNP Minister: Starmer 'Dancing to Tory Tune' on Devolution
Scotland's Drugs and Alcohol Minister launches a blistering attack on the Labour leader, claiming his stance on devolution aligns with the Conservatives and undermines Scottish interests.
Holyrood Spends More Time on Palestine Than Scottish Issues
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Parliament is spending disproportionate time on international affairs like Palestine while domestic crises in Perthshire, Paisley and across Scotland demand urgent attention. Critics question Holyrood's misplaced pr
Scottish Identity Surges as British Affiliation Declines
Groundbreaking research from the University of Glasgow shows a dramatic shift in national identity in Scotland, with a significant rise in Scottish-only affiliation and a sharp decline in British identity, reshaping the nation's social and political lands
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