Boris Johnson ‘greatest danger to Scotland of any Tory PM in modern times’
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has branded Boris Johnson the “greatest danger to Scotland of any Tory Prime Minister in modern times”.
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Boris Johnson ‘greatest danger to Scotland of any Tory PM in modern times’
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has branded Boris Johnson the “greatest danger to Scotland of any Tory Prime Minister in modern times”.
Labour would have explaining to do if they reject SNP demands, Sturgeon says
Nicola Sturgeon has said the Labour Party would have “questions to answer” if they do not accept the SNP’s post-election demands.
Debate to be had about future of monarchy: Sturgeon
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said there is a debate to be had over the future of the monarchy in the wake of the controversy over the Duke of York.
Salmond vows to ‘vigorously’ defend himself as he denies sexual assault charges
Alex Salmond has said he will “vigorously” defend his position after pleading not guilty to offences against 10 women.
Scottish independence will be better planned than Brexit, Sturgeon insists
Nicola Sturgeon has said Scottish independence will be better planned than Brexit.
Sturgeon reaffirms Scottish Government’s commitment to maternity services in Moray
Scotland’s first minister has reaffirmed the Scottish Government’s commitment to restoring maternity services at Moray’s biggest hospital – but insisted that safety must come first.
First Minister told to ‘come clean’ about use of party email account
Nicola Sturgeon must “come clean” over allegations she has been using a private SNP email account for official government business, the Scottish Conservatives have said.
First Minister told to ‘come clean’ about use of party email account
Nicola Sturgeon must “come clean” over allegations she has been using a private SNP email account for official government business, the Scottish Conservatives have said.
First Minister officially opens ‘transformational’ health centre on visit to Inverurie
The First Minister yesterday hailed a multi-million pound Aberdeenshire health centre as an example for Scotland as she met the first baby born there and one born just 15 hours ahead of her visit.
Elgin residents ask for Nicola Sturgeon’s help to save essential bus route
A desperate community has urged the first minister to join their battle to save an essential bus route.
Nicola Sturgeon accused of only caring about Shetland when votes are on offer
Nicola Sturgeon faced criticism when it emerged she made as many trips to Shetland during the by-election as she has done over her five-year term as first minister.
First minister warned to deliver on plans for next big north-east infrastructure project
The first minister has been warned “warm words are not good enough” after renewing a pledge to improve rail links between Aberdeen and the Central Belt.
Alex Salmond accused of fourteen offences including two counts of attempted rape
Former first minister Alex Salmond has appeared in court accused of multiple counts of sexual assault and attempted rape.
Former First Minister Alex Salmond has been arrested by police
Former First Minister Alex Salmond has been arrested and charged.
Warning hospitality sector could struggle if Brexit curtails migrant workforce
Hotels and restaurants across Scotland could struggle to operate if Brexit leads to a bar on migrant workers.
Council leaders welcome First Minister’s tourist tax announcement
Council leaders across the north and north-east yesterday welcomed the First Minister’s announcement that she will hold a consultation on a national tourist tax.
First Minister standing on a precipice with the sands of time running away
Nicola Sturgeon is traversing a tightrope on the issue that will define her premiership – independence for Scotland.
IN FULL: Statement from Nicola Sturgeon on Alex Salmond’s resignation
I feel a huge sadness about this whole situation.
First Minister unveils £54.5m fund to tackle fuel poverty
The First Minister has announced a £54.5million fund to help tackle fuel poverty in Scotland.
First Minister answers emergency question on NHS Highland
Nicola Sturgeon has instructed all NHS Boards to follow procurement regulations following an Audit Scotland report into the financial mismanagement of NHS Highland contracts.
Nicola Sturgeon: ‘Why I am backing the P&J’s Save Our Banks campaign’
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has today backed the Press and Journal’s Save Our Banks campaign.
First Minister says new centre is key to North Sea’s future potential
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has hailed a new facility in Aberdeen as a key element in the quest to “unlock” the North Sea’s remaining reserves.
How A9 could become Nicola’s electric dream
Plans to transform the A9 into Scotland’s first “electric highway” have been revealed by the Scottish Government.
Nicola defends Alex after his ‘sexist’ joke in show
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has defended her predecessor Alex Salmond after he was criticised for telling a “sexist” joke at his Edinburgh Fringe show.
Nicola Sturgeon: “Reckless” pursuit of hard Brexit must be stopped
Nicola Sturgeon has called on opposition parties to abandon the Tories' "reckless" pursuit of a hard Brexit.
Anti-austerity plan to unlock £118billion for public services expected to be key pledge in SNP manifesto
An anti-austerity plan to unlock £118billion for public services will be a key plank of the SNP manifesto unveiled by Nicola Sturgeon today.
North-east skipper reported to police over abusive messages to First Minister
A fisherman who has campaigned with Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson has been reported to police over a series of abusive messages to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.
No money from Holyrood to combat “rape clause” in Scotland
No money will be made available from Holyrood to make up for any losses suffered by Scottish women due to the controversial "rape clause", Nicola Sturgeon said.
Teacher vacancies in Aberdeen hit all time high… And might not be resolved until 2020
Aberdeen's teacher vacancy crisis may continue until 2020, new documents have revealed.
Highland MSP reprimanded by First Minister for breaking embargo on HIE report
A Highland MSP has been reprimanded by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for breaking an embargo over a crucial report, the Press and Journal can reveal.
Salmond: Sturgeon will press for indyref2 next autumn if Government rejects bespoke Scottish Brexit plan
Former first minister Alex Salmond has predicated his successor will push for a second independence referendum next autumn if the UK Government rejects her bespoke Scottish Brexit plan.