31 h. ago 'Fascinating' poll reveals huge boost for Reform as pecking order changes

Result would see Nigel Farage’s party form opposition to SNP government

Politics

53 h. ago The 15 key policies in John Swinney's Programme for Government: ScotRail alcohol ban, independence, NHS

Take a look at what the SNP has promised in its Programme for Government.

Politics

54 h. ago Swinney accused of ‘treading water’ over Government plans for the next year

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney insisted his programme for government is a ‘programme for a better Scotland’.

Politics

54 h. ago SNP’s ‘flimsy’ programme for government offers ‘more of the same’, says Findlay

John Swinney’s plans were also criticised by Scottish Labour leader who asked the First Minister: ‘Is that it?’

Politics

56 h. ago Peak ScotRail fares to be scrapped 'for good' by SNP government

John Swinney says stronger finances means peak fares can be scrapped.

Politics

56 h. ago ScotRail alcohol ban to be axed by SNP Government after mounting criticism

EXCLUSIVE: The ban will be lifted after being slammed by passengers who say it is unworkable.

Politics

56 h. ago Programme for Government LIVE: John Swinney sets out SNP Government policy plans on economy, NHS, transport

John Swinney’s Programme for Government statement is early this year, perhaps due to the Holyrood election being in 2026

Politics

3 d. ago SNP Government has 'no plans' to cut ties with Stonewall after Supreme Court trans ruling

The Scottish Conservatives say SNP ministers are ‘in thrall’ with Stonewall despite the charity spreading ‘misinformation’.

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3 d. ago SNP MSP accuses her party of 'broken' promises after conversion therapy ban u

Emma Roddick spoke out after the SNP Government kicked a ban into the long grass.

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3 d. ago Programme for Government: John Swinney vows to unveil 'radical' action with 'relentless focus' on SNP delivery

John Swinney is poised to ramp up his appeal to voters ahead of next year’s Holyrood election as he vows to publish a “radical” Programme for Government.

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3 d. ago John Swinney: My Programme for Government will show that the SNP is on your side

Writing in the Daily Record, First Minister John Swinney says the Scottish Government will make Scots' lives better.

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3 d. ago Swinney aims to offer ‘hope for a better Scotland’ in government programme

The Scottish First Minister will unveil his government’s programme for the coming year in a keynote statement to Holyrood on Tuesday.

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4 d. ago First Minister John Swinney to focus on making Scots ‘healthier and wealthier’

The SNP leader will set out his plans for the coming year in his Programme for Government statement on Tuesday.

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6 d. ago SNP Government branded 'shameful' after dumping plan for new misogyny law

Green MSPs have slammed the SNP for kicking the legislation "into the long grass".

Politics

7 d. ago SNP warned of 'catastrophic consequences' for Scottish economy if Rosebank oil plans shelved

Concerns have been raised about the financial impact of two key North Sea oil and gas developments not proceeding.

Events

8 d. ago Targeted campaign to sell Grangemouth's future to the world as dozens of investors line up

Grangemouth’s future potential will be sold to global investors in a targeted campaign.

Economics

8 d. ago Scottish Government dodges defence investment reform despite war in Ukraine

Scottish Labour MP Gregor Poynton’s call for the Scottish National Investment Bank to support Scotland’s defence industry has been stonewalled by the SNP Government, sparking fresh criticism over its lack of support for national and allied security.

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9 d. ago Phasing out fossil fuels ‘doomed to fail’, says Tony Blair as he calls for rethink of net zero policy – UK politics live

‘Any strategy based on either phasing out fossil fuels in the short term or limiting consumption is a strategy doomed to fail,’ says former PMSeverin Carrell is the Guardian’s Scotland editor.Keir Starmer is not expected to campaign in the Hamilton byelection, a critical contest for Scottish Labour which takes place in early June, Anas Sarwar has confirmed.I wouldn’t expect Keir to be campaigning in the byelection. That’s not to say he won’t, but I’m not expecting Kier to campaign in the byelection.I’ll be on the stump campaigning for a Labour win. I’m the candidate for first minister next year. I’m the one that wants to remove the SNP from government.Next year, we’ve got to demonstrate to people that for all Nigel Farage might want to come here with his easy answers and create a bit of a circus, the reality is a vote for Reform only helps the SNP. If you want to get rid of the SNP, only Scottish Labour can beat them. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Plan to phase out fossil fuels ‘doomed to fail’, says Tony Blair as he calls for rethink of net zero policy – UK politics live

‘Any strategy based on either ‘phasing out’ fossil fuels in the short term or limiting consumption is a strategy doomed to fail,’ says former PMSeverin Carrell is the Guardian’s Scotland editor.Keir Starmer is not expected to campaign in the Hamilton byelection, a critical contest for Scottish Labour which takes place in early June, Anas Sarwar has confirmed.I wouldn’t expect Keir to be campaigning in the byelection. That’s not to say he won’t, but I’m not expecting Kier to campaign in the byelection.I’ll be on the stump campaigning for a Labour win. I’m the candidate for first minister next year. I’m the one that wants to remove the SNP from government.Next year, we’ve got to demonstrate to people that for all Nigel Farage might want to come here with his easy answers and create a bit of a circus, the reality is a vote for Reform only helps the SNP. If you want to get rid of the SNP, only Scottish Labour can beat them. Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago Councils considering 8% pay offer for workers as strike ballot looms

EXCLUSIVE: A council insider said the two year deal would depend on extra funds from the SNP Government.

Economics