Scottish independence
Alliance to Liberate Scotland urges voters to prioritize independence in Holyrood election
The Alliance to Liberate Scotland urges voters to make constitutional change the central issue in the Holyrood election, warning against regional SNP votes.
John Swinney launches £30m fund to combat far right in Scotland
John Swinney announced a three-year, £30m fund at the SNP conference to combat far-right activity and racism across Scottish communities.
SNP see hung parliament as most realistic route to indyref2
The SNP has mapped out its strategic path to a second independence referendum, betting that a hung parliament at Westminster will provide leverage to force negotiations.
John Swinney claims stars are aligning for Scottish independence despite split polls
First Minister John Swinney claims nationalist momentum is growing ahead of upcoming elections, despite split polling data and voter focus on living costs.
John Swinney declares stars aligning for independence at SNP conference
Scottish First Minister John Swinney used his keynote address at the SNP conference in Aberdeen to argue that momentum is building for Scottish independence. The speech comes amid conflicting voter polls and ongoing opposition from Downing Street.
John Swinney branded 'clueless' on achieving independence as SNP gathers in Aberdeen
As the SNP gathers in Aberdeen, First Minister John Swinney faces internal criticism over independence strategy and unveils the new Choose Scotland campaign.
SNP challenges Andy Burnham to allow second Scottish independence vote
The SNP has ratcheted up a constitutional showdown with Westminster by challenging Prime Minister Andy Burnham to permit a second Scottish independence referendum.
John Swinney claims Scottish independence push has turned a corner
First Minister John Swinney claims the campaign for Scottish independence has turned a corner, pointing to parliamentary remarks and cross-nation alignments.
Nigel Farage claims Scottish independence is settled issue during Edinburgh visit
During a visit to Edinburgh, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage declared that Scottish independence is a settled constitutional issue while dismissing nationalist alignments.
Scottish independence support surges to 65% if Nigel Farage becomes PM
A new poll reveals that support for Scottish independence would jump to 65% if Reform UK leader Nigel Farage were to enter Downing Street.
Scottish Central Bank needed on day one of independence, report urges
A new macroeconomic report argues that an independent Scotland must establish a tailored central bank from day one rather than relying on transitional arrangements tied to the Bank of England.
Andy Burnham hints at allowing second Scottish independence referendum
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has triggered a political storm after suggesting a second Scottish independence referendum could be permitted if public opinion shifts.
Andy Burnham says another Scottish independence referendum is off limits
Prime Minister Andy Burnham told First Minister John Swinney that a new independence referendum is off limits, focusing instead on potential further devolution.