Scottish Committee Appointed for Queen Elizabeth II Memorial
The Scottish Government has appointed senior public figures to a group tasked with proposing a permanent memorial for Queen Elizabeth II, with funding provided by the UK Government.
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Ireland's Basic Income for Artists: Boosting Creativity
The Irish government's Basic Income for the Arts initiative provides €325 weekly to 2,000 artists, improving their wellbeing and recouping costs, as musicians and writers share their experiences.
MSPs Propose Taxpayer Funding for BBC in Broadcasting Overhaul
A Holyrood committee recommends exploring a hybrid BBC funding model with taxpayer contributions, alongside calls for more Scottish editorial control and clearer devolution reporting.
Scotland Regulates Cosmetic Procedures and Cladding Repairs
MSPs have approved new laws requiring healthcare professionals for procedures like Brazilian butt lifts and banning them for under-18s, alongside a housebuilding tax for cladding repairs.
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Scottish Parliament Rejects Assisted Dying Bill
MSPs voted 69-57 against Liam McArthur's assisted dying legislation after a sober debate that raised concerns about coercion, medical ethics, and protections for vulnerable groups.
Assisted Dying Bill Defeated in Scottish Parliament
The Scottish Parliament has voted against legislation that would have legalised assisted suicide for terminally ill patients, following warnings from disability advocates about coercion risks and societal devaluation of disabled lives.
Scotland Set to Ban Greyhound Racing After Welsh Vote
MSPs are voting on a bill to outlaw greyhound racing in Scotland, which would close the last track in Fife. This comes just a day after Wales approved a similar ban, marking a significant shift in UK animal welfare policy.
Scotland Rejects Assisted Dying Bill Again in MSP Vote
Legislation to legalise assisted dying in Scotland has been defeated at Holyrood, with MSPs voting 69 against to 57 in favour. This marks the third failed attempt to pass such a bill in Scotland.
Assisted Dying Bill Defeat Strengthens Campaigners' Resolve
Campaigners vow to continue fight after Scottish Parliament rejects assisted dying legislation, with supporters citing overwhelming public backing and personal tragedies.
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Scotland Votes Against Legalising Assisted Dying
MSPs have voted 69 to 57 to reject a bill legalising assisted dying in Scotland, following a heated debate and last-minute amendments aimed at addressing concerns over safeguards and coercion.
Holyrood Rejects Assisted Dying Legislation
MSPs have voted down controversial legislation that would have legalised assisted dying for terminally ill adults in Scotland, with opponents hailing it as a victory for vulnerable people.
Assisted Dying Bill Defeated in Scottish Parliament Vote
MSPs have voted against legalising assisted dying in Scotland, with 69 rejecting the bill and 57 supporting it. This marks the third time such legislation has been defeated at Holyrood.
Holyrood Votes Down Assisted Dying Legislation
MSPs have defeated a controversial Bill that would have legalised assisted dying for terminally ill adults in Scotland, marking a significant moment in UK healthcare policy.
Holyrood's Historic Assisted Dying Vote: A 'Significant Moment'
MSPs prepare for a final vote on legislation to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in Scotland, with intense debate over safeguards and ethical implications.
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MSP Urges Colleagues to Back Assisted Dying Bill in Final Vote
Liam McArthur urges fellow MSPs to support his assisted dying legislation as it faces a crucial final vote at Holyrood, while opponents warn of risks to vulnerable groups.
MSP Urges Colleagues to 'Rise to Challenge' in Assisted Dying Vote
Liam McArthur urges fellow MSPs to back his assisted dying bill in a crucial Holyrood vote, calling it 'long overdue' while opponents warn of risks to vulnerable groups.
Assisted Dying Bill Faces Crucial Holyrood Vote Amid Pleas
MSPs prepare for a decisive vote on Liam McArthur's Assisted Dying Bill, with supporters and opponents making final appeals. The legislation, amended 175 times, would allow terminally ill Scots to request help ending their lives under strict safeguards.
Stormont Minister Demands Substantial Heating Oil Subsidy
Finance Minister John O'Dowd calls for meaningful government intervention to support Northern Ireland households facing energy price spikes due to Middle East conflict.
Scotland's Assisted Dying Bill Faces Final Vote Amid Concerns
The Scottish Parliament prepares for a crucial vote on Liam McArthur's Assisted Dying Bill, with critics warning of catastrophic consequences similar to Canada's euthanasia system.
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Swinney Rejects Assisted Dying Bill as MSPs Prepare for Final Vote
First Minister John Swinney warns that hundreds of last-minute amendments have failed to make Scotland's assisted suicide legislation safe or appropriate, as MSPs prepare for a knife-edge conscience vote on Tuesday.
Minister Overrides Board on Theatre Name, Ignoring Oodgeroo
Documents reveal Queensland arts minister John-Paul Langbroek intervened to name a new theatre Glasshouse, overriding board preference for Aboriginal poet Oodgeroo Noonuccal.
Swinney: Westminster Economic Model 'Totally Broken'
First Minister John Swinney will tell the SNP conference that Scotland can build a brighter future away from Westminster's 'broken' economic model, citing higher living standards in independent nations.
Irish Artists' Basic Income Permanent, But Limited Access
Ireland's basic income for artists pilot, paying €325 weekly, is now permanent but restricted to thousands, not all artists, raising concerns over inequality and precarity in the creative sector.
MSPs Spar Over Glasgow Fire Response and Business Rates Hikes
First Minister John Swinney faces tough questioning from Conservative leader Russell Findlay over delayed financial aid for Glasgow fire victims and controversial business rates increases affecting local enterprises.
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Swinney: Scots Show Growing Confidence in SNP Before Conference
First Minister John Swinney asserts the SNP is gaining public trust ahead of its final pre-election conference, citing polling leads and policy alignment with Scottish priorities.
Reclaiming Welsh Heritage: A Grandson's Language Journey
Dan Fox reflects on learning Welsh to connect with his family's heritage, exploring the language's history, resilience, and personal significance in modern Wales.
MSPs Warn of 'Unprecedented Risk' in Assisted Dying Bill
Cross-party MSPs warn Holyrood is taking an 'unprecedented risk' by backing an assisted suicide law with 'gaping holes' that leaves key decisions to Westminster.
SNP's Drug and Alcohol Plan: Crack Pipes and Higher Prices
The Scottish Government unveils a new strategic plan for 2026-2035, including providing safer inhalation pipes to drug users and measures to increase alcohol costs, sparking criticism from opponents.
Scots Face New 25-Year Grave Plot Rules, Sparking Outrage
New Scottish Government regulations reduce burial rights from perpetuity to just 25 years, with families required to pay renewal fees every decade thereafter, causing emotional and financial concerns.
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Swinney Pledges Glasgow Rebuild Support After Major Fire
First Minister John Swinney pledges Scottish Government financial backing for Glasgow's recovery after a devastating blaze destroyed Forsyth House on Union Street, closing Central Station.
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