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25 youth leaders from across Europe descended on Stirling this weekend

'Scotland has right to have another indy referendum', EU youth activists say

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25 youth leaders from across Europe descended on Stirling this weekend

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'Scotland has right to have another indy referendum', EU youth activists say

Mark Ruskell has written to Anas Sarwar about Alister Jack's nuclear station plans

Mark Ruskell has written to Anas Sarwar about Alister Jack's nuclear station plans

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Greens urge 'future UK Labour government' to drop Alister Jack's nuclear plans

Unions want a fairer, more equal nation with workers' voices at its heart, writes Roz Foyer

Unions want a fairer, more equal nation with workers' voices at its heart, writes Roz Foyer

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Roz Foyer: Trade unions will work with the First Minister to help end policy failure

Labour has done enough U-turns to make you feel like you've been on the waltzers, writes Mhairi Black

Labour has done enough U-turns to make you feel like you've been on the waltzers, writes Mhairi Black

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Mhairi Black: Promising change is another empty pledge from Keir Starmer

Pat Kane reflects on the future of AI as OpenAI and Google launched their latest talking chatbots

Pat Kane reflects on the future of AI as OpenAI and Google launched their latest talking chatbots

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

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Pat Kane: There’s far more to AI than tech moguls’ desire for dominance

Maylis Roßberg is one of the two lead candidates to head the EU Commission for the European Free Alliance

Maylis Roßberg is one of the two lead candidates to head the EU Commission for the European Free Alliance

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EU Commission President candidate: 'I absolutely want an independent Scotland'

Scottish Green co-leader Lorna Slater spoke to The National about the future of her party

Scottish Green co-leader Lorna Slater spoke to The National about the future of her party

Bute House Agreement

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Lorna Slater: Some SNP MSPs 'are active climate deniers'

Patrick Harvie sounded the alarm over changes to holiday let rules

Patrick Harvie sounded the alarm over changes to holiday let rules

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Greens sound alarm over holiday let rule changes planned by SNP

Andrew Tickell explains the legal implications of the viral clip

Andrew Tickell explains the legal implications of the viral clip

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I teach media law – here's my take on The National 'arrest threat' video

The YSI conference won't get us back in the EU, but it's a start, writes Koepplinger

The YSI conference won't get us back in the EU, but it's a start, writes Koepplinger

The YSI conference won’t get us back in the EU, but it is part of the process

The YSI's national convenor looks back on the history of the group

The YSI's national convenor looks back on the history of the group

The Young Scots for Independence is building on a long tradition

This weekend is a shining example of the belief that Scotland has in the European Union, writes Kelly Given

This weekend is a shining example of the belief that Scotland has in the European Union, writes Kelly Given

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Kelly Given: Let’s show Europe that we reject ugly politics of Brexit

The ScotRail Peak Fares Removal Pilot has been extended and will now run until the end of September

The ScotRail Peak Fares Removal Pilot has been extended and will now run until the end of September

Mark Ruskell: Public transport is crucial to meeting climate goals

Inside the EU we were a constructive voice working alongside our fellow Europeans, writes Alyn Smith

Inside the EU we were a constructive voice working alongside our fellow Europeans, writes Alyn Smith

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Alyn Smith: This weekend's conference shows need for European solidarity

The UK Government's response to the crisis in Gaza is a humanitarian outrage, writes Joanna Cherry

The UK Government's response to the crisis in Gaza is a humanitarian outrage, writes Joanna Cherry

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Joanna Cherry: UK Government is abandoning its moral duty to Palestinians

Olaf Stando, international officer at Young Scots for Independence, reflects on the importance of organising an international convention

Olaf Stando, international officer at Young Scots for Independence, reflects on the importance of organising an international convention

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Olaf Stando: Youth conference will put Scotland's future into our own hands

By continuing to engage, learn and grow together with our friends in Europe, we can ensure a brighter, more connected future, writes Samake-Roman

By continuing to engage, learn and grow together with our friends in Europe, we can ensure a brighter, more connected future, writes Samake-Roman

Assa Samake-Roman: It's never been more important for Scotland to engage with Europe

The tale of two parliaments for Scotland has never been starker, writes Angus Robertson

The tale of two parliaments for Scotland has never been starker, writes Angus Robertson

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Angus Robertson: The tale of two parliaments for Scotland has never been starker

Elaine McDougall pictured in the east end of Glasgow

Elaine McDougall pictured in the east end of Glasgow

Glasgow City Council

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Glasgow Labour politician reported to ethics watchdog after son awarded contracts

Emma Roddick told The National how she has struggled with pain sitting in the Holyrood chamber chairs

Emma Roddick told The National how she has struggled with pain sitting in the Holyrood chamber chairs

Disabled MSP says she did not have 'basic needs' met as a minister

Xander Elliards was covering a major protest when the incident occurred

Xander Elliards was covering a major protest when the incident occurred

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MSP writes to Police Scotland Chief Constable after National journalist arrest threat

John Swinney also took aim at Anas Sarwar's comments

John Swinney also took aim at Anas Sarwar's comments

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John Swinney tears into Keir Starmer’s six pledges pre-election pitch at FMQs

Scotland manager Pedro Martinez Losa

Scotland manager Pedro Martinez Losa

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Israel embassy accuses Glasgow councillor of 'sowing division' over Euros game

It's time the West stopped ignoring those wake-up calls to the threat Russia poses, writes David Pratt

It's time the West stopped ignoring those wake-up calls to the threat Russia poses, writes David Pratt

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David Pratt: We must support Ukraine and Georgia’s desire for European independence

Nabka day is not just a day of grief or mourning for the Palestinian people, but a call to action for the rest of the world

Nabka day is not just a day of grief or mourning for the Palestinian people, but a call to action for the rest of the world

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Kelly Given: Years on, it is plain to see the Nakba never ended

The performance in Wednesday's housing debate was nowhere near good enough, writes Lesley Riddoch

The performance in Wednesday's housing debate was nowhere near good enough, writes Lesley Riddoch

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Lesley Riddoch: Declaring a housing crisis is not enough – Scotland needs action

Olaf Stando has said Young Scots for Independence has a duty to 'talk louder' about Europe

Olaf Stando has said Young Scots for Independence has a duty to 'talk louder' about Europe

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Major European conference to reach out to parties 'abandoned' by Labour

Ex-mobster Michael Franzese has boasted of his friendship with alleged rapist Andrew Tate

Ex-mobster Michael Franzese has boasted of his friendship with alleged rapist Andrew Tate

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Scottish gig by 'Goodfellas' ex-mobster with Andrew Tate links sparks outrage

Cabinet minister Esther McVey wants equality officer roles to be axed

Cabinet minister Esther McVey wants equality officer roles to be axed

Scottish Government

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Scottish civil service to keep equality officers amid Tory call for roles to be axed

Michael Collie asks what the Greens now stand for

Michael Collie asks what the Greens now stand for

Scottish Greens

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The Scottish Greens seem to have lost sight of us all being on same side

Nakba Day commemorates the violent destruction of Palestinian society during the establishment of the state of Israel

Nakba Day commemorates the violent destruction of Palestinian society during the establishment of the state of Israel

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When will the world act to end Israel’s ‘ongoing Nakba’?

Side view of a woman sitting in her bedroom - negative emotion.

Side view of a woman sitting in her bedroom - negative emotion.

Caitlin Logan: Awareness is great – proper support for mental health would be better

Georgia's EU dream is a reflection of Scotland, writes Alyn Smith

Georgia's EU dream is a reflection of Scotland, writes Alyn Smith

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Alyn Smith: Georgia’s EU dream is a reflection of our own

Warm weather standalone photograph. People enjoying the warm weather in the Botanic gardens in the west end of Glasgow... Photograph by Colin Mearns.Friday 10th May 2024.

Warm weather standalone photograph. People enjoying the warm weather in the Botanic gardens in the west end of Glasgow... Photograph by Colin Mearns.Friday 10th May 2024.

National government

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Assa Samake-Roman: Sunshine (nearly) made me forget my frustrations about Scotland

Polish farmers and other protesters gather in downtown Warsaw to protest the European Union's climate policies and Poland's pro-EU government, in Warsaw, Poland, Friday, May 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)

Polish farmers and other protesters gather in downtown Warsaw to protest the European Union's climate policies and Poland's pro-EU government, in Warsaw, Poland, Friday, May 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)

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What the Yes movement can learn from protests by EU farmers

Emma Roddick has returned to the backbenches after being a minister in Humza Yousaf's government

Emma Roddick has returned to the backbenches after being a minister in Humza Yousaf's government

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Scottish independence should not be end of union with UK, former minister says

YES supporters at George Square, Glasgow

YES supporters at George Square, Glasgow

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Fears independence activists 'could be referred to counter-extremism programme'

Prime Minister mentioned 'Scottish nationalism' in a major speech on extremism

Prime Minister mentioned 'Scottish nationalism' in a major speech on extremism

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'No way': Extremism expert debunks Rishi Sunak attack on 'Scottish nationalists'

A sign in Glasgow Airport has been called out for mixing up Scottish and Irish Gaelic

A sign in Glasgow Airport has been called out for mixing up Scottish and Irish Gaelic

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Glasgow Airport forced to change sign after major Gaelic blunder

Rishi Sunak's not just speaking for another country when he addresses the UK, writes Shona Craven

Rishi Sunak's not just speaking for another country when he addresses the UK, writes Shona Craven

Conservative Party

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Shona Craven: When Rishi Sunak refers to ‘us’, Scottish voters are ‘them’

The graduate route should be expanded, not curtailed, writes Ellie Gomersall

The graduate route should be expanded, not curtailed, writes Ellie Gomersall

UK Visa Authorities

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Ellie Gomersall: UK should not be using international students as culture war pawns

Lacking a better alternative to Swinney, his ascendency is something of a forced manoeuvre, writes Shafi

Lacking a better alternative to Swinney, his ascendency is something of a forced manoeuvre, writes Shafi

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Jonathon Shafi: Placing blind faith in the ‘new’ SNP leadership would be a mistake

Hamish MacPherson looks at how St Andrews made golf in the final part of his series on the ancient town

Hamish MacPherson looks at how St Andrews made golf in the final part of his series on the ancient town

BACK IN THE DAY

Did St Andrews make golf, or did golf make St Andrews?

Hard-right Tory MP Suella Braverman opposes the two-child benefit cap, while Labour's Wes Streeting supports it

Hard-right Tory MP Suella Braverman opposes the two-child benefit cap, while Labour's Wes Streeting supports it

Alison Thewliss

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'Heinous': Labour panned for backing benefit cap – after Suella Braverman opposes it

Alba said that Rishi Sunak will “say anything to remain relevant”

Alba said that Rishi Sunak will “say anything to remain relevant”

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Mhairi Black in perfect response after Rishi Sunak brands Yessers 'extremist'

Eden Golan performs in the Eurovision Grand Final

Eden Golan performs in the Eurovision Grand Final

Eurovision 2024

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No, Israel didn't win. But Eurovision can't carry on as usual now

John Swinney chaired his first Cabinet meeting as FM this week

John Swinney chaired his first Cabinet meeting as FM this week

Cabinet reshuffle

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Andrew Tickell: Claims of 'east coast Cabinet' misinterpret geographical truths

The Ferret's graphs demonstrate various housing challenges in Scotland

The Ferret's graphs demonstrate various housing challenges in Scotland

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Scotland's housing in graphs: Rent rises, home ownership and more

Glasgow has seen an increase in the number of properties to rent from 2023 to 2024

Glasgow has seen an increase in the number of properties to rent from 2023 to 2024

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What is the Scottish Government doing about private rent costs?

Many eviction notices were issued despite the Scottish Government's ban, The Ferret has found

Many eviction notices were issued despite the Scottish Government's ban, The Ferret has found

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More than 1300 eviction orders given in Scotland despite 'ban'

More than 1300 eviction orders were granted during the Government's eviction moratorium

More than 1300 eviction orders were granted during the Government's eviction moratorium

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How a new approach to housing in Scotland could stop evictions

You really can't aspire to be a better nation while still yoked to another administration, writes Ruth Wishart

You really can't aspire to be a better nation while still yoked to another administration, writes Ruth Wishart

Scottish independence

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Ruth Wishart: The guard may change but roadblocks to independence stay the same

First Minister John Swinney has been urged to act by locals concerned about the development of Taymouth Castle in his constituency

First Minister John Swinney has been urged to act by locals concerned about the development of Taymouth Castle in his constituency

Discovery Land Company (DLC)

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John Swinney urged to act over 'insulting' response to his Taymouth intervention

An image generated using a basic AI tool and the prompt 'SNP politicians at an election in Scotland'

An image generated using a basic AI tool and the prompt 'SNP politicians at an election in Scotland'

General Election

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After the viral deepfake video of John Swinney, will AI affect Scotland's elections?

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