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Kate Forbes not banned from Summerhall building, venue says

The Scottish Deputy First Minister was a guest at a Fringe event held at the Edinburgh venue.

The Independent UK

Nicola Sturgeon defends Kate Forbes amid Fringe venue banning row

NICOLA Sturgeon has said she does not agree with Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes being banned from a major venue at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe…

The National (Scotland)

Ian Blackford decides not to stand for Holyrood after 'careful reflection'

Ian Blackford has announced he will not stand as a candidate in next year's Holyrood election

The National (Scotland)

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Sturgeon: I do not agree with Forbes being banned by Fringe venue

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes has been banned by the Summerhall venue because of her views on trans rights.

Evening Standard

Kate Forbes faces ban from major Scottish arts venue over trans views

A MAJOR Scottish arts venue has indicated that Kate Forbes won’t be allowed back due to her views on trans issues.

The National (Scotland)

'Oh, no': Kate Forbes has perfect response to Scottish Tories' membership offer

“OH, no.” That is a perfectly normal response to being approached by Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay ...

The National (Scotland)

'I am not a quitter': Kate Forbes opens up on decision to stand down at election

KATE Forbes has insisted she is “not a quitter” after announcing she would not be standing for re-election.

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The Guardian view on the SNP’s future: cracks are beginning to show

Editorial: Scotland’s ruling party has lost two charismatic women in Kate Forbes and Mhairi Black. The future offers both rewards and dangers

The Guardian - UK

Ian Blackford to give shock return in Kate Forbes seat 'careful consideration'

IAN Blackford has revealed he is giving “careful consideration” to making a dramatic return to frontline politics ...

The National (Scotland)

Could, and should, the SNP move left without Kate Forbes? Pollsters have their say

KATE Forbes announcing she will step down next year has sent shockwaves around Scotland's political establishment ...

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes doesn't rule out return to politics after shock decision to stand down

KATE FORBES has hinted at a return to politics in around 20 years ...

The National (Scotland)

Forbes calls for change for parents in politics after decision to quit

The Scottish Deputy First Minister announced on Monday she would not seek re-election.

Evening Standard

What Kate Forbes's exit means for future SNP leadership hopefuls

HOURS after Kate Forbes announced she was stepping down as an MSP at the next election, two people who may have expected to face off against her in…

The National (Scotland)

From rising star to Deputy First Minister – Kate Forbes' career as she stands down

KATE Forbes was seen as one of the rising stars in the SNP and was frequently touted as a future party leader, but has now announced she will be…

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SNP set for fresh Holyrood selection contest in key seat as Kate Forbes steps back

THE SNP are set to run a fresh selection contest in the wake of the news that Kate Forbes will not stand for Holyrood in 2026 ...

The National (Scotland)

SNP minister rebukes journalist over Kate Forbes resignation claim

AN SNP Cabinet Secretary has called out a Scottish political journalist over an article written in the wake of news that Kate Forbes will leave…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour react to Kate Forbes standing down at election with potshot at SNP

SCOTTISH Labour have claimed Kate Forbes standing down at the election is a sign that “the writing is on the wall” for the SNP.

The National (Scotland)

'Totally gutted': SNP politicians and members react as Kate Forbes to stand down

SNP politicians and members have expressed shock at the news that Kate Forbes will not seek re-election to the Scottish Parliament in 2026 ...

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Evening Standard

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes to stand down as MSP in 2026

The MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch said she does not wish to ‘miss any more of the precious early years of family life’.

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes to quit Holyrood in 2026 – read her resignation statements in full

DEPUTY First Minister Kate Forbes has announced that she will not stand in the 2026 Holyrood elections ...

The National (Scotland)

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes to stand down from Holyrood next year

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes will not seek re-election to the Scottish Parliament in 2026 ...

Evening Standard

Massive offshore wind farm approved by Scottish Government

Developers say the capacity of the project could be enough to power every home in Scotland twice over.

Evening Standard

Grangemouth closure hits Scottish economy, figures show

The refinery changed into an import terminal earlier this year.

The National (Scotland)

New Glenfinnan bus service launches in bid to tackle viaduct overtourism

A NEW bus service has been launched to Glenfinnan in a bid to ease overtourism in the Highland village made famous by the Harry Potter films.

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes calls for action on Brexit damage as Scotland's economy shrinks

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes has highlighted “difficult global trading conditions” as new figures showed Scotland’s economy shrank for…

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