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More than half think Scotland heading in wrong direction, poll finds

More than half think Scotland heading in wrong direction, poll finds

A new Ipsos poll reveals that half of Scots believe the country is heading in the wrong direction, posing a challenge for John Swinney.

Politics ·12 Oct 2026, 06:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Scotland face pressure after home defeat by Slovenia

Scotland face pressure after home defeat by Slovenia

Scotland face mounting pressure under Sebastien Pocognoli following a damaging 2-1 home defeat to Slovenia at Hampden Park.

Sport ·7 Oct 2026, 08:14 ·Amelia Stone 4 min read
Swinney calls on MSPs to unanimously back Scotland’s ‘right to decide’

Swinney calls on MSPs to unanimously back Scotland’s ‘right to decide’

First Minister John Swinney is calling on MSPs to unanimously back Scotland's right to decide its future in Parliament, setting up a high-stakes constitutional showdown.

Politics ·20 Sep 2026, 00:48 ·Clara West 3 min read
Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland leaders unite for self-determination

Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland leaders unite for self-determination

Political leaders across Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have signed a joint memorandum asserting their right to self-determination and challenging Westminster control.

Politics ·17 Sep 2026, 16:09 ·Clara West 3 min read
Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland leaders sign joint call for Westminster change

Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland leaders sign joint call for Westminster change

Nationalist leaders from Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland have united in Cardiff to demand sweeping constitutional reform and preparation for self-determination from Westminster.

Politics ·15 Sep 2026, 17:11 ·Clara West 4 min read
Scotland Wales Northern Ireland sign independence pact

Scotland Wales Northern Ireland sign independence pact

Nationalist leaders from Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland signed a joint memorandum in Cardiff demanding the breakup of the United Kingdom.

Politics ·15 Sep 2026, 01:14 ·Clara West 3 min read
First Ministers to sign joint independence declaration in Cardiff

First Ministers to sign joint independence declaration in Cardiff

Political leaders from Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are gathering in Cardiff to sign a joint declaration calling for the right to hold independence referendums.

Politics ·13 Sep 2026, 13:02 ·Clara West 3 min read
Labour accused of backing foreign gas imports over Scottish jobs

Labour accused of backing foreign gas imports over Scottish jobs

The UK Government faces intense criticism after proposals emerged to rely on foreign gas imports rather than supporting domestic North Sea extraction.

Politics ·25 Aug 2026, 01:31 ·Clara West 3 min read
Met Office warns Scots households to prepare for flooding as rain hits

Met Office warns Scots households to prepare for flooding as rain hits

A 17-hour yellow weather warning is in place for parts of Scotland as heavy rainfall threatens to cause flooding and travel disruption. Authorities are urging residents to prepare emergency kits and secure utilities.

Weather ·8 Jul 2026, 16:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read