Protesters target BBC Scotland over 'complicity in Israel's genocide' CAMPAIGNERS gathered outside BBC Scotland HQ to protest what they called its "complicity in Israel's genocide" The National (Scotland) · Nov 2
Scotland's most recognisable activist on the SNP, Branchform, and Scottish 'UDI' Whatever your opinion of Sean Clerkin, it's hard to think of a more prolific political activist in Scotland today ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 27
Police say no further investigation needed into Yes Scotland finances The group handed over its full accounts to officers in July after a complaint was made about its finances. Evening Standard · Oct 23
Activists urge 'unilateral declaration of independence' at Glasgow protest CAMPAIGNERS who believe Scotland should declare a "unilateral declaration of independence" from the UK gathered in Glasgow on Thursday The National (Scotland) · Sep 24
Host defends Nicola Sturgeon after two hecklers 'dragged out' of book launch THE host of an event at which Nicola Sturgeon was twice heckled has defended the former first minister, saying that responding to the crowd’s… The National (Scotland) · Aug 10
Bannockburn site 'falls short of standards', National Trust for Scotland concedes THE historic Battle of Bannockburn site currently falls “short of the standard” visitors expect, the trust tasked with caring for it has… The National (Scotland) · Jul 24
Yes Scotland chief had no knowledge of post about ‘missing’ £1.5m – lawyer Aamer Anwar said a social media post on the Yes Scotland account had been made without Blair Jenkins’ knowledge or consent. Evening Standard · Jul 20
Yes Scotland breaks 12-year Twitter silence to mock 'missing £1.5m' claims YES Scotland has mocked claims of a “missing £1.5 million” in its first post on Twitter/X in 12 years. The National (Scotland) · Jul 19
Yes Scotland complainers speak out after police interview on 'missing £1.5m' COMPLAINERS against Yes Scotland have spoken out after a police interview over claims of a “missing” £1.5 million in the campaign group’s… The National (Scotland) · Jul 14
Yes Scotland statement on Peter Murrell dismissed as ‘weasel words’ A lawyer for the group’s former boss insisted Murrell had no access to its accounts. Evening Standard · Jul 14
11 key points from the confidential police briefing on Operation Branchform LAST week, media were invited to Police Scotland headquarters for a briefing on the investigation which ultimately revealed Peter Murrell's… The National (Scotland) · Jun 23
Man who sparked SNP police probe 'taking legal advice' after Peter Murrell jailed THE man who sparked Operation Branchform has said he is “taking legal advice” after Peter Murrell was sentenced to over 5 years in prison ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 23
Scottish activist claims Palestine Action court ruling 'authoritarian tipping point' A PROMINENT Scottish activist has branded the Court of Appeal’s ruling on Palestine Action a “tipping point towards an authoritarian British… The National (Scotland) · Jun 15
Police Scotland confirm there will be no new probe into £600k indyref2 fund POLICE Scotland have confirmed that there will be no new probe into the SNP accounts ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 4
The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2025 Police Scotland refuse to reveal number of pro-Palestine activists arrested POLICE Scotland have refused to release the number of pro-Palestine protesters arrested and charged this year, The National can reveal ...
The National (Scotland) · Aug 7, 2025 'Victory': Scottish activist Sean Clerkin has 'draconian' Glasgow ban lifted SCOTTISH activist Sean Clerkin has had a “draconian” ban on entering Glasgow city centre revoked ...
The National (Scotland) · Jul 22, 2025 Man arrested at pro-Palestine protest for holding sign breaks silence A PRO-PALESTINE protester who was arrested during a demonstration for holding a sign calling for an end to Israel’s genocide has said he will…
The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2025 Man 'banned' from Glasgow city centre after Palestine protest A man said he has been 'banned' from Glasgow city centre after he was arrested during a Palestine protest.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2025 Activist slams 'draconian' law as protester arrested at Palestine Action demo AN activist has blasted “draconian legislation” which led to the arrest of a protester showing support for Palestine Action.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 8, 2025 Campaigners call on Scottish Government intervention as RAAC report shows areas hit CAMPAIGNERS have called on the Scottish Government to provide “immediate financial help” to those who have been affected by reinforced…
The National (Scotland) · Mar 4, 2025 Police called after dozens of protesters descend on bank set for closure Police were called after protesters descended on a town’s last bank to campaign against its planned closure ...
The National (Scotland) · Feb 25, 2025 Ministers 'must throw out Bannockburn horse-racing track plans now' SCOTTISH ministers have been urged to throw out plans to build a horse racing track near the Bannockburn battlefield “now”.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2024 Alex Salmond's family issue update on public memorial service ALEX Salmond's family have issued an update in relation to a public memorial service being held on St Andrew's Day in memory of the former first…
The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024 Operation Branchform: News and updates on Police Scotland probe into SNP finances OPERATION Branchform is the official name the police have given to the probe into the SNP’s finances ...
The National (Scotland) · Oct 5, 2024 Operation Branchform 'cannot go on indefinitely' says defence lawyer THE "clock is running" to prosecute Nicola Sturgeon’s husband in connection with the alleged embezzlement of SNP party funds, a…