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Scotland has a mandate to pursue independence

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Theresa May tried to falsely claim that Scotland has no mandate for a referendum on Scottish independence.
This is not true. Scotland cannot be denied the right to choose its own future.

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Here’s how we’re bringing a culture of fairness, dignity, and respect to Scottish social security

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History was made last year when the Scottish Government launched their new social security system, the first new Scottish public service since devolution. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Scottish budget: what it means for young people

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The Scottish Governments budget invests in jobs and skills and tackles the cost of living.

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The Scottish budget: what it means for older people

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The Scottish Government has set out its budget plans for the year ahead. Find out how the Scottish budget means older people in Scotland get the best deal anywhere in the UK.

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Teacher pay rise offer is the best pay deal anywhere in the UK

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The Scottish Government’s pay rise offer for teachers gives them the best pay deal anywhere in the UK. While Westminster slides into dismay and Labour squabble on the sidelines, we’re delivering progress.

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Scotland’s exports: what you need to know

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Scotland is one of the strongest economies in the world, with advantages and resources few nations can match. For centuries, Scotland’s exports have reached every corner of the globe – and our trade performance continues to grow and strengthen.

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The Scottish budget: what it means for businesses

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Derek Mackays budget ensures Scotland is the best place to do business and invest, and that our economy can meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of the future.

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The Scottish budget: what it means for families

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Find out more about how the Scottish budget means families in Scotland get the best deal anywhere in the UK.

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Vote 100

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To mark the centenary of women’s suffrage, we are highlighting 100 women who represent the SNP in 2018. 

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Q&A: Membership

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Some commonly asked questions about membership of the SNP.

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How we’re helping young people find fair work

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We have met our target to reduce youth unemployment by 40 per cent, four years ahead of schedule.

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Ensuring the UK Budget delivers for Scotland

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If the Conservatives are serious about building a better future for people, here are just a few things they need to do this budget.

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SNP lead on cross-party letter demanding action over the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi

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The SNP have led a cross-party group of MPs in demanding that Jeremy Hunt take action over the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi

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3 important takeaways from Nicola Sturgeon’s ‘Scotland in Europe’ speech

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Nicola Sturgeon’s speech on Scotland’s place in Europe illustrates how our position, set out 18 months ago, still remains the best option for Scotland – short of remaining with the European Union.

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Improving Scotland’s mental health

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We are determined to ensure that our mental health services give young people the advice, support and care that they need.

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Your guide to SNP conference

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SNP members will gather at the SEC in Glasgow on Sunday for our 84th Annual Conference, our first since we became the second biggest party in the UK.

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How SNP members are making policy – and changing Scotland

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From Citizen’s Basic Income to the Child Poverty Act, here are five examples of grassroot policies that we’re acting on in government.

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Our plan for Scotland: Delivering for all communities

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Nicola Sturgeon has announced the Scottish Government’s plan for the next year – the Programme for Government. Here are just some of the things the SNP Scottish Government is doing to support Scotland’s diverse communities.

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Our plan for a fairer and more equal Scotland

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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced the Scottish Government’s plans for the year ahead.

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The hypocrisy of the Tories

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The hypocrisy of the Tories on measuring the progress of school pupils is exposed at FMQs.

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Fact check: Labour built less than half the number of homes for social rent than they claim

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The SNP has delivered almost 52,600 homes for social rent, including 9,799 council homes.

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A better economic future for Scotland: what you need to know

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The Sustainable Growth Commission has published its final report – here’s what you need to know.

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SNP to hold National Assemblies on Scotland’s economic future

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Nicola Sturgeon has announced that a series of National Assemblies will be held over the summer to debate and discuss the report’s recommendations.

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Delivering progress for rural Scotland

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From Wick to Wigtown, we are committed to delivering progress in every part of Scotland: supporting jobs, delivering quality public services and investing in infrastructure.

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Our action on obesity

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Nicola Sturgeon has announced that Scotland will aim to halve childhood obesity by 2030. Here’s our plan.

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£3 billion worth of infrastructure projects delivered in a year

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In the past year infrastructure projects worth £3 billion were delivered in Scotland, including new schools, hospitals and roads.

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Our action to end homelessness

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Scotland’s homelessness legislation is amongst the most progressive in the world. We have made huge progress in tackling homelessness, but we are aware of worrying signs of an increase in rough sleeping.

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Made in Scotland: protecting Scotland’s brand

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Scotland’s food and drink sector is vitally important to our economy – the industry is worth £14.4 billion and supports 119,000 jobs across the country.