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New Labour boss Michael Marra urged to distance himself from Palantir
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26565854.michael-marra-urged-distance-palantir/?ref=rss
Published: September 20, 2026 13:53
SCOTTISH Labour have been urged to distance themselves from Palantir after Lord Watson joined the controversial firm as its new vice-president.
Bid to permanently expel Tom Watson from Lords over Palantir job
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26565733.greens-bid-remove-tom-watson-lords-palantir-job/?ref=rss
Published: September 20, 2026 12:12
TOM Watson should be permanently expelled from the House of Lords after being appointed âvice presidentâ of Palantir, the Green members of the Chamber have said.
Celtic Alliance has given the independence campaign its biggest boost for a long time
Published: September 20, 2026 12:00
WELL, you know what they say: âA week in politics is a long time.â
Be careful what you wish for in the magical universe of Disney golf
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26565707.careful-wish-magical-universe-disney-golf/?ref=rss
Published: September 20, 2026 11:48
ONCE upon a time, in the enchanted kingdom of Dornoch, a Grimm tale emerged from the deepest recesses of Disney World, the newly re-branded Coul Links golf course plan (âGolf cluster could be Scotlandâs version of Disneyâ, Sunday National, September 13).
The anti-data centre fight has witnessed a momentous week
Published: September 20, 2026 11:30
EVERYTHING always seems to come along in threes, and Wednesday was one of those days for the campaign against hyperscale data centres.
Prepared for war? I canât get my newsletter sent without swearing âŚ
Published: September 20, 2026 11:05
TO say my mental health has been poor recently would be like saying that the American president is susceptible to the occasional senior moment. True, but something of an understatement.
Celtic tiger may be about to find its roar as Labour slide into irrelevance
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26565629.celtic-tiger-may-find-roar/?ref=rss
Published: September 20, 2026 10:52
HAS the Celtic tiger finally roared? Will the much-heralded Memorandum of Understanding signed by the nationalist party leaders in Cardiff really lead to the end of the end of the UK?
Gordon Brown intervened in police SNP investigation, reports say
Published: September 20, 2026 10:44
POLICE Scotlandâs investigation into SNP finances âstepped up dramaticallyâ after an intervention from former prime minister Gordon Brown, it has been claimed.
The Glasgow building where Scotland is sold to the worldâs money launderers
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26565378.building-scotland-sold-worlds-money-launderers/?ref=rss
Published: September 20, 2026 10:00
ITâS amazing what Scottish produce you can source around the world if you have an eye for it. Whether youâre in Motherwell, Moscow, or indeed anywhere else, opportunities can be found to snap up a Scottish business scheme with a history of facilitating theâŚ
New Scottish Labour boss can't say if Scotland should 'decide its own future'
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26565542.michael-marra-cant-say-scotland-decide-future/?ref=rss
Published: September 20, 2026 09:58
NEWLY elected Scottish Labour leader Michael Marra refused to say whether he believed Scotland has a right to "decide its own future" during a BBC interview on Sunday ...
UK facing legal action by Caribbean nations over slavery reparations
Published: September 20, 2026 09:12
CARIBBEAN nations are reportedly considering taking the UK to an international court in a bid to secure reparations for slavery.
Tearful Ed Sheeran apologises for âmistakesâ amid Macklemore Gaza row
Published: September 20, 2026 08:32
ED SHEERAN has apologised for making âmistakesâ amid a row over Macklemore being dropped from his tour following pro-Palestine comments.
Anas Sarwar says family firm director 'f*cked if I want him to be' in angry outburst
Published: September 20, 2026 04:00
THE UK Government has insisted Anas Sarwar has followed the ministerial code after he launched into an angry tirade against a director of his familyâs wholesale company.
John Swinney makes fresh independence push as pressure mounts over SNP strategy
Published: September 20, 2026 04:00
JOHN Swinney will call on every MSP at Holyrood to back Scotlandâs âright to decideâ its own future as he faces growing pressure from within the SNP over the partyâs independence strategy.
Scottish politics expert delivers Cardiff summit verdict
Published: September 20, 2026 04:00
THE Cardiff summit was a political moment âwe should pay attention toâ, according to one of Scotlandâs leading political thinkers.
Police Scotland 'must come clean' over terror arrests for lawful Palestine slogan
Published: September 20, 2026 04:00
POLICE Scotland is facing calls to âcome cleanâ after arresting members of the public for displaying a lawful pro-Palestine slogan.
Ten ideas to reset Scotlandâs independence movement after Cardiff meeting
Published: September 20, 2026 04:00
THE idea of a September reset is all in vogue, and to be honest, September seems like a better time of year than January for a rethink and a fresh start.
The rise of AI warfare has become a threat beyond control
Published: September 20, 2026 04:00
AS is now patently clear, drones are ubiquitous to both sides in the Russia-Ukraine war.
SNP and Greens pile pressure on Michael Marra after Scottish Labour victory
Published: September 19, 2026 11:14
MICHAEL Marra has faced immediate challenges from the SNP and Scottish Greens after being elected the new leader of Scottish Labour.
Michael Marra elected as new Scottish Labour leader
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26564594.michael-marra-elected-new-leader-scottish-labour/?ref=rss
Published: September 19, 2026 10:23
MICHAEL Marra has been elected as the new leader of Scottish Labour.
Ed Sheeran to face pro-Palestine protest amid Macklemore row as ticket prices plummet
Published: September 19, 2026 07:55
PRO-PALESTINE protests are set to take place outside Ed Sheeranâs latest US concert following the removal of Macklemore from his tour.
US handed âpermanent controlâ over Greenland security after months of threats
Published: September 19, 2026 07:15
DONALD Trump has said the US has secured âpermanent controlâ over Greenlandâs security under a new agreement with Denmark and the Arctic island.
Mhairi Black: Ed Sheeranâs silence on genocide is anything but neutral
Published: September 19, 2026 04:00
ANOTHER week in which a cowardly capitalist rears their ginger head. Of course, Iâm referring to Ed Sheeranâs craven actions this week in removing Macklemore from his tour because the rapper dared to say, âFree Palestineâ while on stage ...
Why Scotland was chosen for major European Catholic gathering on nuclear disarmament
Published: September 19, 2026 04:00
THIS weekend, Catholics from Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden and Ukraine are convergingâŚ
Labour âsofteningâ UK up for a âbrutal budgetâ, SNP warn
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26563501.labour-softening-uk-brutal-budget-snp-warn/?ref=rss
Published: September 19, 2026 04:00
The UK is facing âanother brutal budgetâ, the SNP have claimed, warning the tax and spending plans could bring a âbad case of Westminster deja vuâ.
How independence campaigners in Edinburgh plan to unite the Celtic nations
Published: September 18, 2026 18:00
While First Ministers and senior politicians have led the conversation with reciprocal visits, there is a clear need for grassroots networks to connect across the nations
Pressure on John Swinney as SNP's largest affiliate body backs new indy strategy
Published: September 18, 2026 17:00
John Swinney is facing fresh pressure to back a new independence strategy at the SNPâs forthcoming party conference.
MPs retire from gruelling two-week session for month-long holiday
Published: September 18, 2026 16:33
THE politicians are off on holiday again. Just as soon as they arrived back in Westminster after summer, all ill-fitting suits and a walk-and-talk coffee to show how important they are, theyâre off again, dispersed to the four corners of England to botherâŚ
Labour minister branded 'shameful' over GB Energy 1000 jobs claim
Published: September 18, 2026 15:15
A Labour minister has been accused of telling 'fibs' after saying GB Energy was 'never meant' to employ 1000 people in Aberdeen
Westminster must reverse 'unacceptable' whisky decision, Scottish Government urges
Published: September 18, 2026 14:28
THE Scottish Government has urged the UK Government to reverse its decision to grant English whisky protected status, saying the move "could have devastating, wider effects on our proud and iconic whisky industry"
'National treasure' Alan Cumming honoured by MSPs after Emmys win
Published: September 18, 2026 14:08
Alan Cumming has been honoured by MSPs following his third consecutive win at the Emmy Awards
What can we learn from polling in order to secure Scottish independence?
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26563027.can-learn-past-polling-secure-independence/?ref=rss
Published: September 18, 2026 13:49
Since the independence referendum on September 18, 2014, there have been an extraordinary number of polls and surveys on the level of support for independence
More than 60 Scottish Jews back sanctions on Israel in letter to Ed Miliband
Published: September 18, 2026 13:24
A diverse group of Jewish individuals and organisations in Scotland have backed comprehensive sanctions against Israel in an open letter to the Foreign Secretary ...
Former Labour minister joins Palantir to fight 'left-wing campaign'
Published: September 18, 2026 10:07
A former Labour deputy leader has joined a controversial US tech firm which has links to Israel's genocide in Gaza and has assisted ICE operations
Green MSP Cara McKee heading back to Scottish Parliament after successful surgery
Published: September 18, 2026 09:13
A GREEN MSP is looking forward to returning to Holyrood after successful surgery to help treat a âdebilitating and painfulâ medical condition ...
SNP gain seat on South Lanarkshire Council after by-election win
Published: September 18, 2026 08:40
THE SNP have gained a seat on South Lanarkshire Council after the party won a by-election last night ...
âAssociate membershipâ unlikely to be something Scotland would pursue
Published: September 18, 2026 08:37
IN her State of the Union speech this week, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen made waves when she declared her aspiration âfor Canada to be the first associate member of the EUâ.
Devil will be in detail but idea is one with vision and boldness
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26561168.devil-will-detail-idea-one-vision-boldness/?ref=rss
Published: September 18, 2026 08:37
DONALD Trump is the architect of much of the instability that characterises todayâs global politics. Sometimes it is difficult to comprehend the enormity of what has happened in the world since he returned to power in January 2025. For the 80 years sinceâŚ
Historic Celtic Alliance meeting in Cardiff will live long in the memory
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26559836.historic-cardiff-day-will-live-long-memory/?ref=rss
Published: September 18, 2026 04:00
A DATE that will have its very own chapter when the histories of these islands are written. This is the day that three first ministers of UK nations came together in a shared understanding that the Westminster status quo is not as good as it gets for theâŚ
Laura Moodie: Communities must be at centre of AI data centre policy
Published: September 18, 2026 04:00
IT is fitting that one of the people who laid the foundations for our digital age came from where I live in Galloway ...
One million new voters must be able to decide their future in indyref2, DFM says
Published: September 18, 2026 04:00
ONE million people who were unable to vote in the 2014 independence referendum must have the right to decide their future, and the UK Government cannot stand in their way, Scotlandâs Deputy First Minister has said ...
SNP and Greens urged to unite with new Westminster strategy on indyref anniversary
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26559961.snp-greens-urged-unite-new-westminster-strategy/?ref=rss
Published: September 18, 2026 04:00
The SNP and the Scottish Greens have been urged to unite with a new Westminster strategy with the sole aim of achieving independence
King Charles condemned over âsecretiveâ Scotland summit with AI executives
Published: September 17, 2026 18:46
A SUMMIT organised by King Charles in Scotland with the worldâs biggest AI companies in attendance has been condemned as a âsecretiveâ meeting that excluded local communities ...
Has this Scottish Labour leadership race been the least inspiring of all time?
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26560616.scottish-labour-leadership-race-boring-time/?ref=rss
Published: September 17, 2026 17:32
The Scottish Labour leadership race is coming to an end, with today the last day for members to cast their votes ...
Inside the room as Larbert community confronted AI data centre developers
Published: September 17, 2026 16:20
WHILE MSPs voted on a moratorium on data centres in the Scottish Parliament, a heated debate was held between the developers behind the plans for a âhyperscaleâ AI data centre and a united local community in Falkirk ...
Orange Order Unionist 'summit' flops as photos show tiny turnout
Published: September 17, 2026 16:19
A Unionist summit organised by the Orange Order has flopped after just a handful of people turned up
Ross Greer hits out at 'confusion' after Holyrood vote on AI data centre moratorium
Published: September 17, 2026 15:27
ROSS Greer has hit out at what he called âconfusionâ over the Scottish Governmentâs position on a moratorium for hyperscale data centres after yesterdayâs Holyrood vote ...
New Glasgow council leader tears into Thomas Kerr's 'nonsense' Govanhill comments
Published: September 17, 2026 14:51
The new leader of Glasgow Council has hit out at Thomas Kerrâs comments about Govanhill ...
John Swinney says Malcolm Offord âagitated about prospect of Scottish independenceâ
Published: September 17, 2026 13:40
JOHN Swinney has suggested that Reformâs leader in Scotland Malcolm Offord is afraid of the prospect of Scottish independence ...
Scotland receives 'pocket change' from new GB Energy fund in 'shameful token gesture'
Published: September 17, 2026 12:24
Scotland will only receive 'pocket change' from a new GB Energy fund to help communities across the country set up their own green energy supplies
Compulsory redundancies may be needed, Scottish Government warned
Published: September 17, 2026 12:22
The Scottish Government may need to consider compulsory redundancies if it is to meet its target of reducing the public sector workforce, an economist has warned
Irish president Catherine Connolly addresses Scottish independence
Published: September 17, 2026 12:06
The Irish president has revealed that she spoke with First Minister John Swinney about the 'importance of self-determination' during their meeting in Edinburgh
Ireland will not participate in Eurovision in 2027, RTE announces
Published: September 17, 2026 11:35
IRELAND will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, broadcaster RTE has confirmed.
'Europe and Canada stronger together,' Canadian PM says amid Trump tariff threats
Published: September 17, 2026 11:23
THE Canadian Prime Minister has said âEurope and Canada are stronger togetherâ after US president Donald Trump said allowing the country to be an EU associate would be a âhostile actâ ...
Why are so many Scots in thrall to âunionâ with England?
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26556897.many-scots-thrall-union-england/?ref=rss
Published: September 17, 2026 11:00
WHY are at least half of Scots still supportive of the clearly failing Union, when weâve recently suffered so many disasters and chaos in recent years? Thatâs the big question I ask myself often.
Irish president Catherine Connolly awarded 'top honour' during Scotland visit
Published: September 17, 2026 10:31
The Irish president has been awarded the Royal Society of Edinburgh's 'highest honour' during her visit to Scotland
Scottish Labour leadership hopefuls urged to answer 'basic independence question'
Published: September 17, 2026 10:08
Scottish Labourâs two leadership contenders must answer the 'basic question' of how Scotland can democratically leave the United Kingdom, the SNP have said
Unionists fume over John Swinney's 'North of Ireland' comment
Published: September 17, 2026 09:18
Unionists have been left fuming after John Swinney used pro-Irish unification language following a meeting with the Irish president
Glasgow council leader backs pause in housing asylum seekers
Published: September 17, 2026 07:24
THE new leader of Glasgow City Council has backed calls for a temporary pause on housing asylum seekers in the city, warning that local services are struggling under an unsustainable burden
The Celtic Allianceâs historic summit has the Union looking over its shoulder
Published: September 17, 2026 04:00
Labour-led Westminster hasnât the gumption, inclination or self-awareness to get off its laurels, propose limited change in a last-ditch attempt to stave off the slow disintegration of the Union, or even acknowledge the presence of nationalist outlooks inâŚ
Files reveal new details about GB Energy's Aberdeen headquarters
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26556672.files-reveal-new-details-gb-energys-aberdeen-hq/?ref=rss
Published: September 17, 2026 04:00
GB Energy has been branded a 'complete failure for Scotland' after files revealed fresh details about the company's activities north of the Border
Ministers must be transparent on spending ÂŁ755m ScotWind cash, says watchdog
Published: September 17, 2026 04:00
THE Scottish Government must tell the public how it will use the ÂŁ755 million generated by the ScotWind project, a watchdog has said
Why nearly 600 experts are demanding Andy Burnham halt new North Sea drilling
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26556104.600-scientists-urge-andy-burnham-reject-rosebank/?ref=rss
Published: September 17, 2026 04:00
ALMOST 600 climate scientists, health professionals and conservationists are making fresh calls for Prime Minister Andy Burnham to reject applications for new drilling licences for the Rosebank oil field in the North Sea
The shadow of another military call-up is looming over Russiaâs election
Published: September 17, 2026 04:00
THEYâVE been stepping up the pace on âcorporate mobilisationâ these past weeks in Russia
'Shocking' details on royal funding revealed in fresh report
Published: September 17, 2026 04:00
'SHOCKING' details around royal family funding arrangements have been laid bare in a fresh report.
Furious Greens accuse SNP of 'blocking' data centre pause
Published: September 16, 2026 18:01
THE Scottish Greens have reacted angrily after MSPs failed to back their bid for a moratorium on AI data centres, accusing the SNP, Labour and LibDems of "blocking" their motion
Stephen Flynn lays into Scottish Tory leader during Israel boycott debate
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26557082.stephen-flynn-erupts-clash-scottish-tory-leader/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 17:56
STEPHEN Flynn launched a blistering attack on Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay during a Holyrood debate on sanctions against Israel, urging him to reflect on calling him a "coward" while Israeli military pilots bomb civilians across the MiddleâŚ
September 18 brings back such sad memories of what could have been
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26556930.september-18-brings-back-sad-memories/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 17:30
THIS Friday is September 18. It will then be 12 years since we lost the 2014 referendum. Sometimes I feel we should at least commemorate the event.
MSPs reject moratorium but back pause on AI data centres until guidance in place
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26555483.msps-back-moratorium-hyperscale-ai-data-centres/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 16:45
MSPs have rejected an outright moratorium on AI data centres, instead backing a pause on planning and consent decisions until the Scottish Government publishes national planning guidance
What the AI data centre pause means for the SNP and the Greens
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26556964.ai-data-centre-pause-means-snp-greens/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 16:40
CAMPAIGNERS may be welcoming MSPs' decision to pause AI data centre development until national planning guidance can be implemented, but this story is far from over.
Fife to Europe ferry being scrapped 'huge loss for Scotland', says plan chief
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26556953.fife-europe-ferry-collapse-huge-loss-scotland/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 16:34
THE collapse of plans to restore a ferry link between Fife and mainland Europe is a âhuge loss for Scotlandâ, according to the shipping executive who led the latest attempt to restore the route ...
Building damaged by Israeli bombing collapses, killing 21 people including children
Published: September 16, 2026 15:50
A DAMAGED building in Gaza City housing about six displaced families collapsed on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people and injuring more than 25.
Canada deal shows Scotland 'can get back in EU with independence', say SNP
Published: September 16, 2026 13:22
A PROPOSED deal to make Canada an associate member of the EU shows Scotland "can get back into the EU with independence", the SNP have said.
SNP should abstain from Westminster if referendum block continues, former MP urges
Published: September 16, 2026 12:48
The SNP have been urged to consider abstaining from Westminster if the UK Government continues to block a second independence referendum
John Swinney responds to DUPâs criticism Celtic Alliance self-determination pact
Published: September 16, 2026 12:45
The First Minister of Scotland has responded to the DUPâs criticism of Mondayâs meeting of pro-independence parties in Cardiff
Fury as Reform UK launch 'vile' small boats mobile 'game' amid party finance scandal
Published: September 16, 2026 12:36
REFORM UK have sparked fury after the party launched a âvileâ mobile game that aims to stop small boats reaching Britain with a Royal Navy vessel ...
Irish president meets John Swinney in Edinburgh as Scotland visit gets underway
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26554631.catherine-connolly-meets-john-swinney-edinburgh/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 09:57
Irelandâs President Catherine Connolly has been greeted by John Swinney at his official residence in Edinburgh, as her visit to Scotland begins
How media around the world reacted to historic Celtic Alliance meeting
Published: September 16, 2026 09:55
The historic Celtic Alliance meeting â which saw the three devolved leaders sign an agreement to put pressure on Westminster over independence â has not been without reaction ...
Huge row emerges in Holborn by-election as George Galloway confirmed to run
Published: September 16, 2026 09:32
A ROW has emerged after George Galloway announced he would stand as a candidate in the by-election for Keir Starmerâs former seat in order to oppose Green leader Zack Polanski ...
Scottish Government issues new rules for data centres ahead of key debate
Published: September 16, 2026 09:25
The Scottish Government has announced tighter rules for AI data centre applications ahead of a vote on a moratorium on the projects
Oxfam presses SNP over Scotlandâs Israel boycott ahead of Holyrood vote
Published: September 16, 2026 09:20
OXFAM has called on Scottish ministers to explain how they are preventing public money from supporting companies linked to serious violations of international law â including Israel ...
Live updates as Holyrood to vote on AI data centre moratorium
Published: September 16, 2026 09:13
The Scottish Parliament is set to vote on whether there should be a moratorium on new hyperscale data centres
Canada could become first associate member, European Union chief says
Published: September 16, 2026 08:38
EUROPEAN Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday that she wants to open the door for Canada to become the European Unionâs first associate member ...
Piddington votes to leave UK in symbolic referendum over asylum housing plan
Published: September 16, 2026 08:19
AN OXFORDSHIRE village has voted overwhelmingly to become independent from the UK in a symbolic âreferendumâ in protest over plans to house more than 1000 migrants at a former military base ...
All of Ed Sheeranâs Loop Tour supporting acts quit after Macklemore dropped
Published: September 16, 2026 07:58
ALL of Ed Sheeranâs Loop Tour supporting acts have quit the remaining dates in solidarity with Macklemore, who was removed from the shows after he made several onstage statements supporting Palestine ...
Labour Government warned UK faces 'cost-of-living emergency' as inflation rises
Published: September 16, 2026 07:05
THE Labour Government has been warned that the UK faces a cost-of-living emergency this winter unless it rolls out urgent financial support for households as inflation rises again amid surging fuel prices ...
Irish President speaks of 'strong ties' with Scotland as visit gets under way
Published: September 16, 2026 06:50
IRELAND'S President has spoken of the âstrong tiesâ between her country and Scotland ahead of meeting First Minister John Swinney on Wednesday ...
Itâs all eyes on Holyrood for campaigners against AI data centres
https://www.thenational.scot/politics/26552731.eyes-holyrood-campaigners-ai-data-centres/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 04:00
Communities across Scotland which are facing the threat of hyperscale AI data centres in their areas will be keeping a close watch on Holyrood today
How to watch today's Holyrood vote on AI data centre moratorium
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26553574.watch-todays-holyrood-vote-ai-data-centres/?ref=rss
Published: September 16, 2026 04:00
Scotland's MSPs will vote on whether there should be a moratorium on new hyperscale data centres in a Holyrood debate on Wednesday
John Swinney to meet with Irish president during four-day Scotland visit
Published: September 16, 2026 04:00
John Swinney is set to meet with Irish president Catherine Connolly on Wednesday as she begins a four-day visit to Scotland
Scotland stands at a crucial moment in the fight to stop AI data centres
Published: September 16, 2026 04:00
Today at the Scottish Parliament, MSPs will be voting on a moratorium, or a temporary pause, on âhyperscaleâ data centre plans
Andy Burnham's plans wonât stop the purchase of British politics by super-rich
Published: September 16, 2026 04:00
British politics is profoundly compromised. For decades now, uncapped donations from the super-rich and their agents have flooded into the Labour and Conservative parties
UK Government's Gaza statement was not enough â but a step closer to justice
Published: September 16, 2026 04:00
âWE welcome the Foreign Secretaryâs parliamentary statement on Israelâs ethnic cleansing, illegal settlements and settler terrorism,â went the statement from peace organisations across the country.
Meeting of three Celtic leaders inspired new hope for the future
Published: September 15, 2026 18:00
WHY would anyone want to stay part of the UK? A question that arises due to the meeting on Monday of the leaders of the UKâs Celtic nations and also as a result of huge donations to Reform UK.
Labour minister defends Westminster decision to give English whisky protected status
Published: September 15, 2026 17:59
A Labour minister has defended the UK Governmentâs decision to grant English whisky protected status
Unionists to gather for Orange Order summit amid fury over Celtic Alliance meeting
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26553454.unionists-gather-orange-order-summit-edinburgh/?ref=rss
Published: September 15, 2026 16:43
Unionists are set to gather for a summit organised by the Orange Order in response to the historic meeting of the Celtic Alliance leaders
Reform UK Senedd member defects to Plaid Cymru
https://www.thenational.scot/news/26553239.reform-uk-senedd-member-defects-plaid-cymru/?ref=rss
Published: September 15, 2026 15:59
A Reform UK Senedd member has defected to Plaid Cymru, saying Nigel Farage's party has "no interest in the work I came here to do".
Want independence? Just move to a quaint English village
Published: September 15, 2026 15:28
The right-wing English media is only interested in self-determination when it involves an Oxford suburb
Sam Heughan urges MSPs to back AI data centre moratorium in key Holyrood vote
Published: September 15, 2026 14:41
OUTLANDER star Sam Heughan has urged MSPs to back a moratorium on planning applications for new hyperscale data centres in Scotland ...
Thomas Kerr blasted after branding Glasgow neighbourhood a 'ghetto'
Published: September 15, 2026 14:11
A Glasgow MP has hit back after fellow politician Thomas Kerr described Govanhill as a "ghetto" during a speech at Holyrood.
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