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Tory MPs jeered 'once in a generation' as Stephen Flynn raised the issue of Scottish independence at PMQs...
BREAKING: A new Scottish independence poll gives Yes a two-point lead for the first time since November 2022
NEW: Scottish independence is to feature on the global stage with a film on the first referendum to be shown in New York 🏴
Ex-Scottish leader Sturgeon’s husband charged with embezzlement of party funds: The investigation has been looking into what happened to more than 600 ...
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Quick Glance: Police Investigation into SNP Finances: Key Updates
- On Thursday, the re-arrest of Peter Murrell, the husband of Nicola Sturgeon, took place as part of the police investigation into the SNP’s finances.
- Murrell, aged 59, was apprehended and underwent interrogation by detectives.
- The arrest occurred slightly more than a year subsequent to the search conducted by Police Scotland officers at the couple’s residence, where a blue tent was set up outside the property, alongside searches at the SNP’s headquarters in Edinburgh.
- In April 2024, Peter Murrell was charged with 'embezzlement' of funds from the SNP.
Tories jeer 'once in a generation' as Stephen Flynn makes the case for Scottish independence in the House of Commons #ScottishIndependence #scotland #ukpolitics
The fight to save the fractured Union: How you see the world depends a lot on where you stand. Writing a review of Fractured Union from here in Scotland offers a ...
newstatesman.com/culture/books/book-of-the-day/2024/04/fight-save-fractured-union-scottish-independence
Scottish independence: Government papers costing taxpayers up to £10.85 per download
scotsman.com/news/politics/scottish-independence-government-papers-costing-taxpayers-up-to-ps1085-per-download-4590557
Poet Jackie Kay: ‘I could have been brought up by Tories!’: The writer on being adopted as a baby by Scottish communists, facing racism in suburban Glasgow ...
theguardian.com/books/2024/apr/13/poet-jackie-kay-i-could-have-been-brought-up-by-tories
Why have indy supporters stopped banging anti-Trident drum?: We just don’t want to talk about the Bomb any more. It’s all so passé, so Sixties ...
heraldscotland.com/opinion/24242536.indy-supporters-stopped-banging-anti-trident-drum/
Sign up to Scotland's General Election Watch newsletter: Our General Election Watch update is back.
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NEW: All Under One Banner has invited all of Scotland's pro-independence parties to speak at an upcoming rally.
The rally for both Scottish independence and ... Show more
Operation Branchform: Whole of SNP would welcome an end to police inquiry into finances says Humza Yousaf
scotsman.com/news/politics/operation-branchform-whole-of-snp-would-welcome-an-end-to-police-inquiry-into-finances-says-humza-yousaf-4578797
EXCLUSIVE: Scottish independence referendum documentary To See Ourselves is heading to New York for an exclusive screening during the city's annual Tartan Week ... Show more
NEW: Former Tory MP Rory Stewart has suggested England should get a say in Scottish independence.
The Rest is Politics podcast host said Scottish independence ... Show more
Surprise discovery prompts call for castles to be returned to people of Wales: Campaigners claim income from the historic buildings is flowing out of Wales
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/shocking-discovery-prompts-call-castles-28780563
Academic has ‘demolished’ economic case for independence, say opposition: Professor who sat on Scottish Government advisory council says leaving UK would be ‘the ...
scotsman.com/news/politics/academic-has-demolished-economic-case-for-independence-say-opposition-4568574
BREAKING: Support for Scottish independence is sitting at 53%, the latest figures from IPSOS show.
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The SNP winning the 'most Scottish seats' at the upcoming general election will be a mandate for independence, said First Minister Humza Yousaf.
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NEW: Upcoming Scottish independence march rebranded to include calls for end to Palestine 'genocide' 🏴🇵🇸
Reassessing Tibet’s Plight in the 21st Century: Tibet has a recorded history dating back to the year 602 when the central Tibetan states were united under the ...
financialexpress.com/opinion/reassessing-tibets-plight-in-the-21stnbspcentury/3420001/
And the Oscar goes to Poor Things (maybe): Ahead of today's Oscar awards, a Wellington writer pays homage to Poor Things genius Alasdair Gray
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/11/and-the-oscar-goes-to-poor-things-maybe/
EXC: The Cabinet Office has refused to release Michael Gove’s secretive State of the Union report in its unredacted form.
At the UK Covid Inquiry’s Edinburgh ... Show more
NEW: Stephen Flynn has said that an intervention from Prince William on Scottish independence 'might motivate' people to vote Yes ... Show more
'Getting independence over the line takes confidence, and to me, that’s why boosting cultural identity is so important'
Lesley Riddoch talks to Sara Sheridan ... Show more
Stunning city where famous battle took place with new direct route from London: Currently customers have to change up to three times to get there and pay more ...
mylondon.news/news/transport/stunning-historic-city-famous-battle-28775511
Chris Deerin: SNP reverting back to its angry but ineffective roots: What the SNP has discovered in 17 years is that government is much, much harder than it ...
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/opinion/columnists/6392265/keith-brown-msp-snp-roots-chris-deerin-opinion/
Spain launches terrorism case against former Catalonia president Puigdemont : Spain's top court has opened a terrorism investigation into Puigdemont over ...
euronews.com/2024/02/29/spain-launches-terrorism-case-against-former-catalonia-president-puigdemont
EXCLUSIVE: Changes to the definition of extremism by the UK Government could impact Scottish independence campaigning, according to one MP ... Show more
Council of Europe adviser backs Spanish amnesty law: Venice Commission supports in principle the immunity bill regarding the pro-Catalan independence movement ...
politico.eu/article/spain-amnesty-law-carles-puigdemont-pedro-sanchez-catalonia-council-of-europe/
Douglas Ross: Tories could end SNP obsession with Scottish independence at next election
news.stv.tv/politics/douglas-ross-tories-could-end-snp-obsession-with-scottish-independence-at-next-election
The National to publish 50th anniversary McCrone Report special: ON February 27, we will mark the 50th anniversary of the McCrone Report in a major way – and you ...
thenational.scot/politics/24138299.national-publish-50th-anniversary-mccrone-report-special/
Scottish independence and the need to find routes beyond the SNP: In the months after the 2014 independence referendum, despite having lost by a double-digit ...
heraldscotland.com/politics/viewpoint/24140335.scottish-independence-need-find-routes-beyond-snp/
Paid articlePaid Chaos in the Commons points to a very ugly election in Scotland - Joyce McMillan: Independence aside, there are only fragile differences between SNP and Labour ...
scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/chaos-in-the-commons-points-to-a-very-ugly-election-in-scotland-joyce-mcmillan-4529994
French mission to New Caledonia unable to solve historic problems: France sent a high-level delegation to its overseas territory of New Caledonia this week with ...
rfi.fr/en/france/20240223-french-mission-to-new-caledonia-unable-to-solve-historic-problems
Callum Scott Howells on The Way's finale: “Generational trauma's being passed on”
gq-magazine.co.uk/article/callum-scott-howells-the-way-interview
Spanish judges strongly divided over putting Puigdemont on trial for terrorism: There is currently no solid evidence to bring former Catalan president and ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/spanish-judges-strongly-divided-over-putting-puigdemont-on-trial-for-terrorism/
Plaid Cymru leader sees Ireland as a template for an independent Wales: Ireland is a nation that has been able to map out its own destiny, says pro-independence ...
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/02/22/politician-sees-ireland-as-a-template-for-an-independent-wales/
NEW: Humza has rejected comparisons of the Scottish independence campaign with Brexit.
The First Minister said “how dare you” when he was told on a podcast ... Show more
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'Union of equals': UK Government called out for double standards on Scottish independence
Can Marwan Barghouti be the Palestinian Nelson Mandela? - News | Khaleej Times: He may well be the only leader with the standing to convince Palestinians to ...
khaleejtimes.com/opinion/can-marwan-barghouti-be-the-palestinian-nelson-mandela
Nicola Sturgeon is the SNP’s biggest liability: A year ago today, Nicola Sturgeon announced her resignation as SNP leader and First Minister of Scotland ...
spectator.co.uk/article/nicola-sturgeon-is-the-snps-biggest-liability/
EXPLAINER: Why Duterte’s sudden call for Mindanao independence won’t fly: If ever Duterte and his men are really serious about pushing for a separate Mindanao ...
rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/challenges-duterte-call-mindanao-independence-secession/
A campaign by Welsh independence supporters to prevent army visits to schools “damages social mobility and aspirations”, a former Conservative minister has ... Show more
EXCLUSIVE: There are concerns that musicians and artists who support Scottish independence could be blocked from UK Government-backed grants amid a culture ... Show more
Covid inquiry latest: Nicola Sturgeon quizzed on WhatsApp messages — watch live: The former first minister of Scotland faces interrogation about her handling of ...
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COVID Inquiry: 'Nicola Sturgeon could cry from one eye if she wanted to,' says Scottish Secretary Alister Jack
news.sky.com/story/covid-inquiry-nicola-sturgeon-could-cry-from-one-eye-if-she-wanted-to-says-scottish-secretary-alister-jack-13061248
Spain's PP looks to bury controversy of Feijóo mulling pardon for Catalan separatists
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/spains-pp-looks-to-bury-controversy-of-feijoo-mulling-pardon-for-catalan-separatists/
Michael Sheen says 'why not' as he reveals Welsh independence stance : He shared why he moved back to Port Talbot and his thoughts on the Tata steelworks cuts
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/michael-sheen-says-why-not-28610247
✍️ 'We need to look at what the SNP need to do now for the good of the party and the independence movement'
SNP MP Joanna Cherry writes that the SNP must ... Show more
Papuan Rebel Group Says It Is Willing to Release Abducted New Zealand Pilot: The announcement hinted at disagreements within the separatist movement ...
thediplomat.com/2024/02/papuan-rebel-group-says-it-is-willing-to-release-abducted-new-zealand-pilot/
Paid articlePaid Scottish minister who blamed £11K iPad bill on his kids watching football quits: Michael Matheson resigned Thursday to avoid becoming a “distraction”.
politico.eu/article/scotland-minister-michael-matheson-blame-ipad-bill-kids-football-quit/
New Zealand calls for pilot to be freed a year after Papua kidnapping - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/02/05/new-zealand-calls-for-pilot-to-be-freed-a-year-after-papua-kidnapping.html
New Zealand calls for Kiwi pilot to be freed a year after Papua kidnapping: New Zealand has called for the immediate release of Kiwi pilot Phillip Mehrtens ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-calls-kiwi-pilot-be-freed-year-after-papua-kidnapping-2024-02-05/
EXCLUSIVE: A UK Government minister has been called out for his "double standards" on Scottish independence. Steve Baker suggested opinion polls ... Show more
Taiwanese could face greater risks in China, MAC says: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2024/02/05/2003813114
‘I don’t buy it’: Scottish secretary dismisses Sturgeon’s tears at Covid inquiry: Ex-SNP leader could ‘cry from one eye if she wanted’, says Tory cabinet ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/sturgeon-crying-covid-inquiry-alister-jack-b2489044.html
JJ Burnel of The Stranglers on Glasgow, 50 years and Hugh Cornwell: As The Stranglers celebrate their 50th anniversary, JJ Burnel tells The Herald about being ...
heraldscotland.com/news/24054093.jj-burnel-stranglers-glasgow-50-years-hugh-cornwell/
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Keir Starmer 'disinterested' in Wales, claims Plaid Cymru leader: The leader of Plaid Cymru has accused Sir Keir Starmer of being “disinterested” in Wales ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24087667.keir-starmer-disinterested-wales-claims-plaid-cymru-leader/
This is a story of bitterness and betrayal, which could just end up being the story of the election.
So how did the dominant partnership of Alex Salmond and ... Show more torto.se/3ucF2pI
Scottish culture sector would thrive with independence, minister to insist: The Culture Secretary will argue sector will thrive while unlocking freedom of ...
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Plaid Cymru sets out plans for Welsh independence: Wales must take bold steps on its journey towards independence and embrace further powers on policing ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24086908.plaid-cymru-sets-plans-welsh-independence/
Ex-Fraserburgh councillor Brian Topping who switched SNP for Alba warns against splitting election vote in north-east
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/politics/scottish-politics/6357600/alba-brian-topping-election-aberdeenshire/
Mark Drakeford speaks on Welsh independence report: INDEPENDENCE may be a viable option, but it would not be a desirable one, the first minister said as he ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24087535.mark-drakeford-speaks-welsh-independence-report/
Spain congress votes against Catalan separatists amnesty bill: The amnesty deal sought to benefit Catalan nationalists facing legal proceedings for separatist ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68147811
Quick Glance: Spanish Congress Rejects Amnesty Law for Catalan Separatists
- The Together for Catalonia (JxCat) party voted against it over concerns about insufficient protection for politicians under investigation for terror-related crimes.
- An array of nationalist parties, including JxCat, appeared in favor, but the bill fell short by five votes.
- The conservative People's Party (PP) and the far-right Vox also voted against it, resulting in 171 votes - five short of the majority needed.
- The right-wing opposition claims the amnesty is unconstitutional and Mr. Sánchez is pushing it through for political support.
BREAKING: Support for Scottish independence leads the Union by four points, a new poll has found.
The survey, released by Alba ... Show more
BREAKING: Michael Gove's secret report on the 'state of the Union' has been revealed at the Covid Inquiry.
Shown to Tory ministers in July 2020 ... Show more
Taiwan elects Lai Ching-te as president. China calls it a dangerous choice.: Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive Party has been elected president of ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/01/13/taiwan-president-lai-ching-te/
Quick Glance: Taiwan's Call to China: Accept Reality
- Voters reject Beijing's calls not to vote for Lai, ensuring him a comfortable victory, despite China's ruling Communist Party considering him a dangerous separatist.
- Lai of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) promises to defend the island from China's 'intimidation' and urges Beijing to accept the result.
- The island's Foreign Ministry urges Beijing authorities in a statement to respect the election results, face reality, and give up suppressing Taiwan to bring positive interactions between both sides back on track.
- Both Lai and Hsiao were the targets of disinformation efforts during the campaign linked to China, according to experts.
‘Taiwan independence’ an obstacle to China-US relations, says Beijing: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met to ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/27/taiwan-independence-an-obstacle-to-china-us-relations-says-beijing
Defying China, Taiwan elects William Lai Ching-te as president: It will have to cope with China’s anger
economist.com/asia/2024/01/13/defying-china-taiwan-elects-william-lai-ching-te-as-president
Quick Glance: Taiwan Reports Significant Chinese Military Activity Post-Election
- Taiwan’s defence ministry detected 18 Chinese air force planes engaged in 'joint combat readiness patrols' with Chinese warships around Taiwan after the recent election.
- China, claiming Taiwan as its territory, has regularly dispatched warplanes and warships near the island to assert sovereignty claims rejected by Taipei.
- The election saw Taiwan voting for Democratic Progressive Party's Lai Ching-te as the next president, a figure labeled by Beijing as a dangerous separatist.
- On Wednesday around 7:50 p.m. (1150 GMT), Taiwan's defence ministry observed 18 aircraft, including Su-30 fighters, operating near northern and central Taiwan and the southwest of the island. Half of these planes crossed the Taiwan Strait's median line or nearby areas, collaborating with Chinese warships in 'joint combat readiness patrols', according to the ministry.
Defying China, Taiwan elects William Lai Ching-te as president: It will have to cope with China’s anger
economist.com/asia/2024/01/13/defying-china-taiwan-elects-william-lai-ching-te-as-president
Nicola Sturgeon insists she ‘acted in-line’ with with policy amid Covid inquiry: The former first minister said she had submitted copies of her messages to the ...
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China may be losing its sway over Taiwanese business: The election of a pro-independence president will intensify bullying from Beijing
economist.com/business/2024/01/15/china-may-be-losing-its-sway-over-taiwanese-business
Quick Glance: Taiwanese Businesses Resisting Chinese Pressure
- William Lai Ching-te was elected as Taiwan's president on January 13, shaping relations between Taiwan and China.
- Chinese companies are pressuring Taiwanese businesses to influence political views.
- Taiwan's resistance to China's tactics is growing due to economic trends and political developments.
- Taiwan's trade and investment trends show a decrease in dependence on China and an increasing diversification.
'What drove so many into the arms of Scottish independence wasn’t a Braveheart re-enactment or blood and soil nationalism ... Show more
BREAKING: MPs have voted down an attempt to introduce a law to transfer power to hold a Scottish independence referendum to the Scottish Parliament ... Show more
Scottish independence would raise living standards, Humza Yousaf to say in first economy speech
news.stv.tv/politics/scottish-independence-would-raise-living-standards-humza-yousaf-to-say-in-first-economy-speech
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