Scotland’s vulnerable marine life not properly protected, campaigners warn Scottish government accused of missing deadlines to take action on overfishing and effects of climate breakdown The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2024
Business chiefs 'excited' by new SNP leadership despite industry 'resentment' BUSINESS leaders have insisted they are “optimistic” about a fresh direction set out by First Minister John Swinney and his deputy Kate Forbes. The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2024
The Ferret: Oil industry’s SNP lobbyists fuel worry on North Sea extraction LOBBYING on behalf of the oil industry by former SNP spin doctors has sparked fears that the Scottish Government could be about to abandon its… The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2024
Final piece of Renfrew Bridge arrives at River Clyde for installation by engineers THE final piece of a cable bridge that will connect Renfrew with Clydebank over the River Clyde and is a key part of a £117 million project has… The National (Scotland) · May 17, 2024
Joanna Cherry labels Nicola Sturgeon's gay marriage comments 'nonsense' SNP MP Joanna Cherry has hit out at Nicola Sturgeon’s suggestion that equal marriage laws for gay people may not pass through Scotland’s… The National (Scotland) · May 17, 2024
Gay marriage laws may not pass in Scotland today, Nicola Sturgeon says EQUAL marriage laws for gay people may not pass in Scotland if the legislation was going through Holyrood today due to the “toxic” level of… The National (Scotland) · May 17, 2024
Kate Forbes elected Scotland deputy first minister despite Green opposition Fresh row erupts over Forbes’s conservative views on equality – but appointment is approved by narrow majority The Guardian - UK · May 9, 2024
John Swinney scraps post of minister for independence to focus on economy New first minister says case for Scottish independence best made by creating ‘vibrant economy’ The Guardian - UK · May 9, 2024
Scottish first minister John Swinney appoints Kate Forbes as deputy Announcement comes after Swinney is sworn in as seventh first minister ‘for everyone in Scotland’ The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2024
Making John Swinney leader may be the SNP’s smartest move in years He’s not the man to lead Scotland to independence, but after a turbulent few years, he’s the safe pair of hands the party needs, says Herald columnist Dani Garavelli The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2024
John Swinney declares ‘new chapter’ as he becomes SNP leader Swinney says party has been having a ‘tough, rough time’ as he laments impact of recent infighting and chaos The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2024
John Swinney becomes SNP leader after rival drops out Long-serving politician set to become first minister after taking over Scottish National party role from Humza Yousaf The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2024
SNP activist ‘not leaned on’ to pull out of challenging Swinney for leadership Depute leader insists Graeme McCormick’s last-minute withdrawal proof party is united The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2024
SNP avoids another bruising leadership contest but relief will be short-lived John Swinney faces series of immediate challenges, including rebuilding cross-party trust at Holyrood The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2024
The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2024 ‘The SNP are in trouble’: Scottish voters on the drama at Holyrood As John Swinney emerges as favourite to succeed Humza Yousaf as leader, Guardian readers share their views
Evening Standard · May 2, 2024 Kate Forbes rules out SNP leadership bid in shock announcement Announcement appears to clear path for former deputy first minister John Swinney to take over from Humza Yousaf as SNP leader and become Scotland’s next first minister
International Business Times · May 2, 2024 John Swinney Announces Bid To Become Scotland's New First Minister Scotland's former deputy first minister, John Swinney, announced on Thursday he would stand to succeed Humza Yousaf as leader of the country's governing Scottish National Party (SNP).
Evening Standard · May 2, 2024 John Swinney confirms bid to run for SNP leadership and become first minister He was deputy first minister under Nicola Sturgeon, but has been on the backbenches since Humza Yousaf replaced her.
The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2024 Swinney expected to become Scotland’s first minister next week after Kate Forbes rules herself out – as it happened Former finance secretary, who was narrowly beaten by Humza Yousaf in last year’s SNP leadership contest, has announced that she will not stand this time
The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2024 The SNP failed as an activist party. If it becomes a competent governing force, it may have a chance Whoever wins must stop acting like the leader of an independent nation that does not yet exist, and start leading the real Scotland, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle
The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2024 Next first minister will need centre-left allies, says Scottish Greens’ Harvie Greens co-leader says SNP will have to do deals with anti-independence Tories unless they keep his party on side
The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2024 UK politics: Labour’s Khan has 22-point lead over Tory rival in London mayoral race, poll suggests – as it happened The London mayor, running for his third term in office, had been warning of a ‘two-horse race’
The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2024 Tuesday briefing: How it all went wrong for Humza Yousaf – and where the SNP goes now In today’s newsletter: Scotland’s First Minister resigned on Monday after collapsing a power-sharing agreement. What next for Holyrood and the ruling party?
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29, 2024 Humza Yousaf’s clumsiness meant he had to jump – but Westminster also gave him a push The SNP leader badly miscalculated his support. But London’s meddling in Scottish politics played its part, says writer Rory Scothorne
Evening Standard · Apr 27, 2024 Humza Yousaf seeks ‘common ground’ with opponents ahead of crunch vote The First Minister is attempting to build bridges with other Scottish parties as he fights for his political future.