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Swinney refuses to say if trans women are women

The First Minister said only that the issue had been ‘settled’ by the Supreme Court and he accepts its judgment.

Evening Standard

John Swinney announces £300,000 in extra humanitarian aid for Middle East conflicts

THE Scottish Government will provide an extra £300,000 in humanitarian aid to help people affected by conflict in the Middle East, First Minister…

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Somerville cannot say when new guidance on single-sex spaces will be issued

The Social Justice Secretary vowed to change the guidance after the Scottish Government’s Supreme Court defeat – but could not say when that would be.

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'Important milestone' as SNP launch new disability benefit across Scotland

THE Scottish Government has opened nationwide applications for a new benefit payment ...

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'Rise above party politics': Anas Sarwar urged to back Scottish visa scheme

Anas Sarwar has been urged to “make good on his promises” to Scotland and back the introduction of a bespoke Scottish visa this week.

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Scottish Government to respond to Supreme Court gender ruling in Holyrood statement

A minister is due to address MSPs on the Scottish Government’s response to the Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman under equalities…

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How to watch the Scottish Government's response to the Supreme Court gender ruling

A minister is due to address MSPs on the Scottish Government’s response to the Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman under equalities…

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These Labour MSPs backed Gender Recognition Reform. Now, they're silent

THE majority of Scottish Labour MSPs who voted in favour of Holyrood’s gender reforms have remained silent on the Supreme Court ruling on the…

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Three pro-Palestine protesters arrested at demonstration against Israeli bowls player

THREE protesters have been arrested at a demonstration against an Israeli player’s participation in the World Bowls Indoor Championship in…

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I don't regret supporting legislation to make trans lives easier, says John Swinney

JOHN Swinney has insisted he does not “regret” supporting legislation to make transgender people’s lives easier following the Supreme Court…

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Supreme Court ruling risks reigniting SNP divide over transgender rights

THE Supreme Court’s ruling risks reigniting divides in the SNP over transgender rights, but its impact on the outcome of Holyrood 2026 remains to…

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Hundreds of staff at Scottish universities paid more than First Minister

MORE than 400 members of staff at Scotland’s universities earn more than the First Minister, despite a funding crisis engulfing

The National (Scotland)

Should Scotland's abortion clinic buffer zones be extended?

OVER a hundred anti-abortion protesters gathered outside Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital last Sunday evening ...

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Scotland’s sustainable craft beer boom is boosting efforts to reach net zero

SCOTLAND has a storied history in alcohol production – it is the home of the “water of life”, hundreds of whisky and gin distilleries, and its…

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John Swinney 'understands hurt and anguish' Supreme Court ruling causing trans people

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said he “understands” the “hurt and anguish” trans people are feeling over the UK Supreme Court verdict on…

Evening Standard

Swinney ‘understands hurt and anguish’ Supreme Court ruling causing trans people

The First Minister told the PA news agency that he accepted the judges’ ruling that the definition of a woman is based on biology.

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SNP explain devolution to Ian Murray after bemusing 'keep pubs open' demand

THE SNP Government has explained to Ian Murray how devolved laws differ in Scotland ...

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No obligation to exclude trans women under ‘misunderstood’ Supreme Court ruling, former top judge says

Lord Sumption has warned the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling this week is being misinterpreted

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Use Scots law to prosecute IDF soldiers in Scotland for war crimes, SNP urged

Scots law should be used to prosecute soldiers who have fought for the Israel Defense Force amid the ongoing “genocide” in Gaza, the SNP…

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Scottish ministers call for urgent meeting with UK Government on gender ruling

Scottish ministers have called for an urgent meeting with the UK Government on the implications of the Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition…

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Scottish Government risks more wildfires with new muirburn system, land managers warn

The Scottish Government risks making the threat of wildfires in Scotland worse unless it introduces a better approach to muirburn licensing, a…

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Common Weal: It's Scotland's economy. Or is it?

Good evening! This week's edition of the In Common newsletter comes from Craig Dalzell, head of policy and research at Common Weal

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'Woman Means Biologically Female': UK Supreme Court Rules Trans Women Not Covered by Equality Act Protections

The 88-page judgement emphasises that the word "biological" does not appear in the definition of man or woman in the Equality Act'.

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Key talks held on potential Scottish Government buyout of Ardrossan Harbour

Scottish Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop has said the Scottish Government remains committed to trying to purchase Ardrossan Harbour r ...

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Anas Sarwar: I would consider future gender reforms at Holyrood

Anas Sarwar has said he would consider future gender recognition reforms if a new Bill was brought to Holyrood.

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