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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Serial loser: Boris Johnson and his litany of defeats
In his short time as Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has already faced eleven embarrassing defeats in Parliament and two damning rulings in the courts. This is a Prime Minister with no authority, no majority, and no mandate from Scotland.
Queen’s Speech: what you need to know
While the SNP government is building a fairer society with progressive policies, the Tory government’s toxic agenda is offering nothing but harm for Scotland. Here’s how.
Unworkable, undeliverable, undesirable: Boris Johnson’s new Brexit proposals
Boris Johnson’s “new” Brexit proposals have been dismissed as unworkable and exposed as damaging for Scotland. Here’s the facts.
Boris Johnson’s Tory conference speech: 5 things you need to know
We watched Boris Johnson’s speech, so you don’t have to. Here are the key takeaways from Boris Johnson’s conference speech, debunking his dangerous plans to drag Scotland out of the EU with an extreme Brexit.
Westminster in chaos: 5 things you need to know
As the hard-right Tory government continues to falls apart and Westminster descends to chaos, Boris Johnson comes under fire for his illegal, extreme actions. Here’s what you need to know.
We’re addressing the climate emergency
Climate change is a defining challenge of our time, and Scotland is leading the way in tackling it. From setting world-leading targets to empowering communities, here’s how we’re addressing the climate emergency.
Boris Johnson suspends UK Parliament: what you need to know
Boris Johnson is acting like a dictator and suspending the UK Parliament to prevent MPs holding him to account, as his authority crumbles. Here’s what you need to know.
Our plan for Scotland: what you need to know
Today saw the publication of the 2019-20 Programme for Government, the Scottish Government’s programme for the year ahead.
‘Outrageous. Ridiculous. Dictatorship.’ What Boris Johnson’s Cabinet used to say about shutting down Parliament
Only a few weeks ago, senior Tories suggested that shutting down Parliament would be “absolutely outrageous”. Now when Boris Johnson is attacking democracy, his Cabinet members have gone into hiding.
No-deal Brexit would be catastrophic for our daily lives – here’s how
A no-deal Brexit would cause a long-term and widespread damage in Scotland – shrinking the economy, slashing jobs, increasing food prices and causing chaos. We cannot, and will not, accept that.
Jo Swinson: here’s what you need to know about the new Lib Dem leader
Whether it’s the bedroom tax, the betrayal over tuition fees, or the turbo-charged austerity, here’s a reminder of Jo Swinson’s record.
Taxpayers pay the price for Mundell’s astronomical spending spree
The Scotland Office is facing serious questions after new analysis revealed an astronomical surge in spending under Secretary of State David Mundell.
Theresa May has consistently ignored Scotland – and it’s about to get worse
Theresa May has continuously ignored Scotland’s voice, Scotland’s interests and the votes of the democratically elected Scottish Parliament. Whoever replaces her, it’s only about to get worse.
6 ways we’re improving life for our veterans
Veterans are an asset to our society – their bravery, loyalty and professionalism deserve our full care and support.
Delivering a safer Scotland
Over the last twelve years the SNP Scottish Government has taken action to make Scotland a safer place: investing in our police and reforming our criminal justice system.
7 broken Brexit promises the Tories want you to forget
The architects of Brexit told numerous lies and would rather have you forget them. As the Tories hide from the upcoming European election, we thought we’d remind them.
7 reasons why we need a second EU referendum
Scotland has so much to lose from a Brexit it never voted for. A second EU referendum is the best way out of the ever-deepening chaos.
What has the EU ever done for us?
Stronger economy, freedom of movement, cleaner air and better workers’ rights – there are countless benefits of our EU membership. We do not accept the Tories dragging Scotland out against our will.