Former SNP chief admits embezzling £400K of party funds to ‘bankroll lavish lifestyle’ Politics The former chief executive of the Scottish National Party, Peter Murrell, who is also Nicola Sturgeon’s estranged husband, has been remanded in custody after pleading guilty to embezzling hundreds of thousands of pounds from the party. Murrell pleaded guilty on Monday morning when he appeared at the High Court in Edinburgh. Murrell admitted using “false [...]
The absolute insanity of the SNP’s plan to cap the price of food Economics The political drama (or farce) of Westminster politics will dominate the news agenda for the rest of the summer. The high-stakes Makerfield by-election next month will be followed by a Labour leadership election – or, possibly, a coronation – leading to a change of Prime Minister and an entirely new policy agenda. The consequences of [...]
Scotland: Ex-SNP leader John Swinney running to be First Minister – as Kate Forbes confirms she won’t stand UK Politics Former SNP leader John Swinney confirms he is running to succeed Humza Yousaf as First Minister of Scotland.
Humza Yousaf: Who could replace the SNP leader as Scotland’s First Minister? April 29, 2024 After Humza Yousaf's resignation, thoughts turned to who might take over from him. We’ve rounded up the runners and riders who could step in.
Scotland: Humza Yousaf resigns as First Minister and SNP leader April 29, 2024 Humza Yousaf has announced his resignation as First Minister of Scotland and Scottish National Party (SNP) leader.
Humza Yousaf resignation: What happens next for the SNP and Scotland’s government? April 29, 2024 The SNP leader and First Minister has now confirmed he will give a press conference at midday today, at Bute House in Edinburgh.