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Take Scotland’s future out of Boris Johnson’s hands
All elections are important, but this December 12 general election is the most important in our lifetimes. This election will determine who we are as a nation, and fundamentally, who will decide our future.
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Nicola Sturgeon launches SNP election campaign
The future of our country is at stake. Not just for the next five years – but for the generations to come.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s open letter to Remain voters – back the SNP to escape Brexit
Nicola Sturgeon has written to Remain voters, urging them to unite and back the SNP and help Scotland escape Brexit.
by Scotland faces a choice, independence in Europe or isolation in Brexit Britain
An independent Scotland is closer than it has ever been, it really is within touching distance. What is needed now is another clear win for the SNP to bring it even closer still.
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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s joint statement with FM of Wales Mark Drakeford
A week tomorrow the UK was supposed to be leaving the EU. While it now looks almost certain that will not happen, the reprieve is currently only temporary. Brexit is an outcome that, I must remind everyone, goes directly against the wishes of the majority of people in Scotland, 62 per cent of whom voted…
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Nicola Sturgeon’s address to #SNP19
In the immortal words of Robert Burns: “It is comin’ yet for a’ that.” The world is waiting for us. Let’s win our nation’s independence.
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The case for Scottish independence has never been more compelling
We are the party with momentum. Achieving our best ever European election result, and opinion polls showing a clear shift in support for independence.
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Boris Johnson must be removed from power as soon as possible
Taking a step back from the seemingly endless Westminster mess, Scotland deserves better than this. We didn’t vote for any of it, and Brexit or not, we should not be subject to the whim of chaotic and dangerous Tory governments.
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It is Boris Johnson who broke the law and it is Boris Johnson who must resign
Boris Johnson’s behaviour shames his office, shames the UK Government, and shames the Conservative Party – he must now resign. The Supreme Court ruling demonstrates beyond doubt that Westminster politics is broken.
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It is time to get rid of Boris Johnson’s government once and for all
Last week, Boris Johnson lost six House of Commons votes in as many days. He then ripped up the rule book and shut Parliament down – all to avoid scrutiny.
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The 2014 independence referendum changed Scotland for the better
The referendum of September 2014 changed Scotland – and I believe it transformed our country fundamentally for the better.
by In these dark days for democracy, Scotland must find another way
Last week will go down in history as one of the darkest times for British democracy, as Boris Johnson pressed ahead with plans to shut down Parliament in a blatant attempt to force through an extreme hard-Brexit.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s speech on the Programme for Government
This programme sets out actions for the next 12 months which will make a difference for years to come. It details measures which can help make our country the best in the world in which to grow up, learn, work and live.
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Yesterday was a dark day for democracy in the UK
Boris Johnson’s bid to shut down Parliament to force through a No-deal Brexit is an outrageous assault on basic democratic principles.
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The SNP is taking action to protect shipbuilding on the Clyde
There’s no doubt that the shape and scale of manufacturing has changed in recent years, but Scotland still has an industry to be proud of and it is essential that we do all we can to support it and enable it to reach its full potential.
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Brexit has created a democratic crisis
Brexit has already created a democratic crisis, and there is no doubt that a no-deal Brexit will also create an economic crisis. And the Prime Minister will not be able to say that no one warned him.
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The Scottish Parliament has changed Scotland for the better – independence is the next step
This year marks two decades since the re-establishment of the Scottish Parliament. In recent weeks, there has been a great deal of discussion about the campaign for devolution, the progress made since 1999, and, of course, what might come next in Scotland’s journey.
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‘We’ve made a real difference’ – Nicola Sturgeon reflects on 20 years of devolution
Throughout the last 20 years – and this is to the credit of all the parties in the parliament – that institution has worked to make a difference to the lives of people across Scotland.
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Scotland can have a brighter future as an independent nation
Despite the Tories losing every election in Scotland since the 1950s, it is the membership of that party alone that will decide who will be Prime Minister.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s speech at the Law Society of Scotland
“Wouldn’t Scotland be better with the ability to take our own decisions? Isn’t that the best way of building a genuine partnership of equals in these islands?”
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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announces £1m Good Food Futures programme
The Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh provides an excellent showcase of modern rural life in Scotland. It is also a welcome chance to celebrate the success of one of our most important economic sectors – food and drink.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s speech at the European Policy Centre in Brussels
Full text of First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s speech at the European Policy Centre in Brussels, restating Scottish Government support for continued EU membership.
by It’s time for Scotland to consider its options
Whoever is in Downing Street, and whatever disastrous Brexit policy they pursue, one thing is clear – there must be an alternative choice for Scotland.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s EU manifesto launch address
This SNP manifesto sets out a positive, progressive, European future for Scotland. It makes clear our determination to stay in the EU. It sets out how we will stand up for Scotland in Europe.
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Scotland can be proud of our action on climate change – and we must do more and go further
Climate change is the greatest challenge facing the world – there is no ‘planet B’. Our obligations to the next generation are the most important we carry – let’s make sure Scotland lives up to fulfilling them.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s EU election launch address
For independent countries of Scotland’s size, being a member of the EU means a seat at the top table, a voice to promote our national interests and the status of an equal partner in a collective of independent states.
by Scotland’s future should be decided by us, not for us
The UK as we knew it no longer exists. Change is happening – the question for Scotland is what kind of change do we want to see.
by Nicola Sturgeon’s address to conference
“Let us build that fairer nation, and let Scotland – an independent Scotland – play our part in building the better world that we know is possible.” Read Nicola Sturgeon’s full #SNP19 speech here.
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