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Who is Douglas Ross? 5 things you need to know about the new Tory leader
“Boris-backing, Brexit-positive” Douglas Ross is in pole position to become the new Scottish Tory leader. Here’s all you need to know.
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Scotland’s path out of lockdown: Phase 3 and what it means for you
In Scotland, we have now moved into Phase 3 of gradually easing lockdown. Here’s all you need to know about the new announcements, current restrictions and what it means for you.
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UK Fiscal Statement: 5 things Rishi Sunak must do to kickstart the economy
The UK government must deliver a major recovery package of investment and new powers for Scotland. This is the SNP’s five-point plan for the Fiscal Statement.
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Boris Johnson’s “New Deal”: what it really means
Behind Boris Johnson’s rhetoric of Roosevelt-style transformation hides a damp squib. Here’s the reality.
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Boris Johnson must extend the Brexit transition: here’s why
UK government must extend the Brexit transition so we can fully focus on tackling the public health and economic crisis.
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Test and Protect: essential explainer
The Scottish Government Test and Protect system will be crucial in suppressing the virus, and it launches this Thursday. Here’s all you need to know.
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Our path out of COVID-19 lockdown: what you need to know
The Scottish Government has published its route map for easing the lockdown in four phases, based on gradual and careful considerations. Here’s your essential summary.
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Test, trace, isolate and support: what you need to know about the Scottish Government’s COVID-19 plan
The Scottish Government has outlined its plan to roll out public health measures designed to curb the community transmission of COVID-19. Here’s the essential rundown.
by 10 ways the Tory Budget is failing Scotland after a decade of decline
The UK Budget is a missed opportunity to reverse the decade of Tory austerity and address the rise in poverty and inequality that the Tories presided over. Here’s all you need to know.
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How Tory immigration plans could shut 1 in 5 Scottish businesses
One in five small businesses in Scotland could close, or radically change their business model, due to difficulties in recruiting EU workers, according to a new report.
by Boris Johnson: what you need to know
Boris Johnson in 10 Downing Street only strengthens the case for independence. He is completely unfit for office – never mind the office of Prime Minister. Here’s why.
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5 things you need to know about the Scottish Visa plan
The Scottish Government launched plans for a tailor-made migration system that serves Scotland’s interests, unlike the Tories’ draconian, failed approach. Here’s all you need to know.
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The real opposition: meet your new SNP Westminster frontbench team
Fresh faces join the SNP frontbench team to stand up for Scotland in the face of Boris Johnson’s extreme Tory government.
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Here’s how we stood up for Scotland in 2019
In one of the most chaotic years in the history of Westminster politics, SNP MPs have acted as the real opposition – consistently standing up for Scotland’s place in Europe and Scotland’s right to choose a better future. Here’s how.
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Boris Johnson’s Brexit Bill: what you need to know
Boris Johnson’s Brexit Bill is deeply damaging for Scotland’s economy, public services and communities. Here’s what you need to know.
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SNP Manifesto 2019: What we’re doing for rural and remote communities
SNP MPs have worked hard to protect the interests of rural Scotland and we will continue to stand up for Scotland’s farmers, fishermen and rural communities.
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SNP Manifesto 2019: What we’re doing for the environment
At Westminster, SNP MPs will press the UK government to step up to the challenge and match Scotland’s world-leading climate action.
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SNP Manifesto 2019: Scotland’s future in Scotland’s hands
The SNP’s 2019 manifesto sets out our plans to end austerity, protect our NHS from a Tory-Trump trade deal, and give Scotland the choice over its future next year.
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SNP Manifesto 2019: What we’re doing for families
After nine years of Tory austerity, public services have been squeezed and families have suffered. It’s time to end it. Here’s how strong SNP voices will stand up for families at Westminster.
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SNP Manifesto 2019: What we’re doing for women
Advancing women’s equality is central to the SNP manifesto, and a strong team of SNP MPs at Westminster will champion gender equality and fight for extending rights.
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SNP Manifesto 2019: What we’re doing for older people
At this election we have an opportunity to change course. Here’s how SNP MPs will be strong voices for Scotland’s older people if elected.
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SNP MPs will fight for better, greener public transport
The SNP announced its plans to push for the full devolution of rail powers to Scotland, on top of an ambitious blueprint for making public transport better and greener.
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Scotland must have powers over migration to build a system fit for purpose
Immigration strengthens our economy, helps our public services thrive and enriches our society. Immigration powers must be devolved in Scotland, so we can do away with the damaging Tory approach once and for all.
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Labour prefers to keep Tory governments in power
We’ll never put the Tories in power, unlike Labour who prefer Tory rule to self-government for Scotland.
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The SNP, not Labour, is the real radical and progressive party
While Labour constantly seek to emphasise their ‘radical’ credentials, we’re getting on with delivering radical policies to transform Scotland. On December 12, vote SNP to lock the Tories out and elect progressive MPs to Westminster.
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Scotland set for green energy revolution under SNP plans
The SNP has proposed a new Green Energy Deal to revolutionise the renewable economy in Scotland and the rest of the UK.
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SNP demands UK government action over rising child poverty
Nicola Sturgeon has demanded the UK government follows Scotland’s lead and takes “real and determined action” to tackle the scourge of rising child poverty under the Tories.
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All you need to know about voting by post
This will be the first December general election since 1923 – it might be colder than usual, but if Scotland’s voice is to be heard it is absolutely vital that everyone gets out to vote.
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