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Scotland can properly tackle poverty with independence
Our campaign to reverse Tory cuts continues, but only independence will truly protect those on the lowest incomes – as Emma Harper MSP in the South of Scotland explains in our latest Channel 4 political slot.
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Tories rip up anti-corruption rules at Westminster
Today, Tories voted against suspending one of their own MPs after the standards committee found an “egregious” breach of corruption rules. It’s one rule for them, and another for the rest of us.
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UN Leader praises Scotland’s world-leading climate action
UN chief António Guterres praised Scotland’s world-leading Net Zero targets, and the efforts to pursue climate justice, at COP26.
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Westminster chose austerity, they must own the responsibility
Boris Johnson’s government may claim that they are different – but it is their party that chose to impose austerity.
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There is no excuse for inaction in the climate emergency
At COP26, Scotland will seek to provide a bridge between those whose voices are so rarely heard, and those making the decisions.
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Ambitious climate targets, backed by bold climate action
Scotland is already leading by example on climate. To meet the challenge, we must all step up and be bold. Now is the moment.
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The Tories have failed to stand up for Scotland, again
The UK government promised Scotland a carbon capture and storage plant, and broke that promise. Yet again, the Scottish Tories proved they’re unable to stand up for Scotland.
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Scotland can set a strong example at COP26
World leaders must step up to avert climate catastrophe. Scotland is ready to lead by example at COP26.
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COP26: It’s time to think big and be bold
COP26 is rapidly approaching, and the eyes of the world are on Glasgow. We’re ramping up our world-leading action higher still – because the climate crisis won’t wait.
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Tories betrayed Scotland on carbon capture and storage
In 2014, the UK government promised Scotland a new carbon capture and storage facility. Now, they’ve broken that promise and chose to divert funding to England instead.
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Scottish industry leader tears into Tories for Brexit damage
James Withers, Scottish food and drink industry leader, says the UK government is “divorced from reality” on Brexit. From food shortages, to fuel shortages and rising prices, we’re all paying for this Tory Brexit.
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Douglas Ross: a vote for the SNP is a vote for a referendum
Douglas Ross: “People have to be really clear that a vote for the SNP is a vote for another independence referendum”. Scotland voted SNP in record numbers, with the most votes any party has ever received in a Scottish election.
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We must defeat misogyny and sexism across all of our society
Nicola Sturgeon: “I hope we’re finally at a watershed moment and a turning point where we stop expecting women to fix these problems, and put the full glare where it belongs – on men who behave in a deeply unacceptable and misogynistic way.”
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Tory hypocrisy on children’s rights exposed
The Scottish Parliament united in passing the UNCRC Bill to strengthen children’s rights. The UK government then took the Scottish Government to court to strike it down.
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Tories are in denial about the impact of Brexit
This Tory MSP tried to suggest that the damaging consequences of Brexit weren’t of the UK government’s making. He didn’t expect Angus Robertson’s response…
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Tory Universal Credit will push more people into poverty
All parties in the Scottish Parliament united to reject the cruel Universal Credit cut that will push thousands into poverty. All parties apart from one – the Scottish Tories.
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Angus Robertson’s Scottish Parliament statement on Brexit impact
Read Angus Robertson’s full parliamentary statement on the latest Brexit impacts in Scotland.
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Labour support the damaging Tory Brexit
Scotland is paying a heavy price for a Brexit that Labour and Tories are now united in supporting. It’s time to choose a different future.
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Delivering progress for Scotland
From delivering more affordable homes, tackling child poverty, and building a more equal society – we’re delivering real progress for Scotland.
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Boris Johnson’s Universal Credit cut is hitting the most vulnerable
The Scottish Parliament. Anti-poverty charities. Children’s commissioners in all UK nations. All six former DWP secretaries since 2010. All united in opposing the Universal Credit cut.
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Nicola Sturgeon’s address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Nicola Sturgeon’s full closing speech at #SNP21 on our path to a fairer, greener, independent Scotland.
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Shona Robison’s address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Shona Robison’s #SNP21 speech on the bold steps we’re taking to tackle child poverty and create a more equal society.
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John Swinney’s address to #SNP21 Conference
Read John Swinney’s #SNP21 speech on our Programme for Government, a better recovery, and building towards independence.
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Humza Yousaf’s address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Humza Yousaf’s #SNP21 speech on how we’re building a National Care Service and a stronger NHS.
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Kate Forbes’ address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Kate Forbes’ #SNP21 speech on how we’re securing a better, fairer recovery, and the economic potential of an independent Scotland.
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Ian Blackford’s address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Ian Blackford’s #SNP21 speech on the harsh impacts of Tory austerity and standing up for Scotland at Westminster.
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Shirley-Anne Somerville’s address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Shirley-Anne Somerville’s #SNP21 speech on how we’re delivering a better education system and opportunities for all.
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Michael Russell’s full address to #SNP21 Conference
Read Michael Russell’s #SNP21 speech on why Westminster isn’t working for Scotland, and how we advance the case for independence.
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