Edward Mountain: Time to build and support NHS teams in the north, not dismantle them
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Hammond refuses to endorse May to lead Tories into next election
Philip Hammond has refused to endorse Theresa May to lead the Conservatives into the next general election.
Law Society of Scotland issues warning over impact Brexit could have on NHS
Lawyers have warned about the possible impact Brexit could have on the NHS, claiming that leaving the European Union could result in delays in patients getting new medicines and also impact on the supply radioisotopes used in cancer treatment.
Philip Hammond hails ‘vital’ oil and gas industry in £5m funding announcement
Chancellor Philip Hammond pledged the "broad shoulders" of the UK would continue to support Scotland as he announced £5 million funding for oil and gas exploration.
Everybody needs good neighbours – so Brexit negotiators should heed lessons of TV property show
Location, Location, Location.
Aberdeen Labour suspension decision ‘inconsistent’, says Sarwar
Scottish Labour leadership candidate Anas Sarwar has claimed the decision to suspend Aberdeen Labour councillors after they went into coalition with the Tories was seen by many as “inconsistent”.
Uber needs to give employees more rights to win licenses
Uber will need to tighten up employee rights to win licenses in future, Labour’s business spokeswoman has suggested.
SNP maintain Brexit ‘power grab’ claim despite ‘cautiously optimistic’ Green
SNP ministers have continued to insist Brexit legislation is a "blatant power grab" from Westminster - despite a senior UK Government minister claiming he was "cautiously optimistic" talks could end the deadlock between the two administrations.
Scottish Labour’s interim chief found Kezia Dugdale was quitting minutes before
A senior Scottish Labour figure has said he found out about Kezia Dugdale's intention to quit as party leader 15 minutes before it was announced.
Nicola Sturgeon reveals sexism she faced in early political career
Nicola Sturgeon has spoken out about the "double whammy" of judgement she faced as a young woman starting out in the male-dominated world of politics.
McConnell: Would be wise for Sturgeon to park referendum for at least five years
Nicola Sturgeon should park plans to hold a second independence referendum for at least five years, a former Scottish first minister has said.
Tory MP ‘did not vote in Brexit referendum’ and left decision ‘to everyone else’
A Tory MP has admitted she did not vote in the Brexit referendum because the decision was "very difficult".
Labour MSP criticises Allan over “motorhome levy”
A Labour MSP has criticised a Scottish Government minister who controversially called for a new tax on campervans to be introduced in the Western Isles.
Edward Mountain: Time to build and support NHS teams in the north, not dismantle them
Next year, the National Health Service will celebrate its 70th anniversary.
MSPs back first contract laws reforms over third party rights in nearly century
The first reforms to contract laws on third party rights in almost 100 years have been approved by the Scottish Parliament.
Nicola Sturgeon voices concern over attempts to halt Catalonia independence vote
Nicola Sturgeon has backed Catalonia's right to hold a referendum on independence, saying she is concerned about attempts to stop the vote.
How would you vote in a second Scottish independence referendum? Week 22 of The P&J rolling poll
Tell us how you would vote in a second Scottish independence referendum in week 22 of our rolling poll.
Council criticised over handling of combustible cladding find at Glasgow flats
Glasgow City Council's failure to provide detailed information on 57 high-rise blocks where Grenfell-style cladding was used has been branded a "monumental" error.
Former Tory MP and arch Eurosceptic Sir Teddy Taylor dies aged 80
The former Conservative MP and arch Eurosceptic Sir Teddy Taylor has died, his family said. He was 80.
Alex Rowley: We need to use powers of Scottish Parliament in progressive way
At a time when we desperately need investment in our public services and to drive Scotland’s economy, it is right to consider using the tax powers of the Scottish Parliament in a progressive way - ensuring that those who are able to pay a bit more do so.
Murdo Fraser: Income tax vote “clearest sign yet” SNP is lurching to the left
The vote in the Scottish Parliament yesterday was the clearest sign yet that the SNP is lurching to the left, and planning a raid on the pockets of the majority of Scottish taxpayers.
MSPs call for tougher sentences for animal cruelty
MSPs gathered outside Holyrood with animal rights campaigners yesterday calling on colleagues to support plans for tougher sentences on animal cruelty.
Holyrood votes in favour of tax rises to fund public spending
Labour, Green and Lib Dem MSPs have voted in favour of tax rises to fund extra spending on public services like the NHS and schools.
Anas Sarwar backs compulsory living wage at Scottish Labour leadership hustings
A Scottish Labour leadership candidate who has come under fire over the wages paid by a family firm has said the Living Wage should be compulsory.
Cladding similar to Grenfell Tower found in dozens of Glasgow high rise blocks
Dozens of high rise developments in Glasgow have cladding similar to that used on Grenfell Tower, it has been confirmed.
MP calls for metal detectors to be trialled in schools to combat knife crime
Metal detectors should be trialled in schools to protect children from knife crime, a senior Liberal Democrat has said.
Scottish and Welsh governments publish amendments to Brexit bill
The Scottish and Welsh governments have published amendments to key Brexit legislation, stating they are necessary to "respect the hard-won devolution settlements".
Presidential style campaigning at the root of Lib Dem losses
Campaigning focused on party leaders has damaged democracy and was to blame for Liberal Democrat losses in recent elections, according to Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael.
Lib Dems could partner with SNP on budget and Brexit
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie has opened the door to alliances with the talks with the SNP over Brexit and the budget.
SNP, your time is up, Lib Dems’ Scottish leader warns
The SNP's "time is up" and the party will lose the next election, the Scottish Liberal Democrats' leader has said.
WATCH: Vince Cable tips a wink in sneak preview
Vince Cable has released a four second teaser video ahead of his new party political broadcast.
Ramsay Jones: Three years on, the No message is finally settling in
It was an early autumn day in London.
SNP activist apologises to Lib Dem chief over mental health slur
The convener of an Aberdeenshire SNP branch has apologised after labelling Scottish Lib Dem leader Willie Rennie “insane” and “unhinged”.
