John Swinney4 hrs agoScottish councils 'starved of cash and powers' by SNP, says AlexanderThe Scottish Secretary also said he wanted "mutual respect" between governments at Holyrood and Westminster.4 hrs ago5 hrs agoScotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffsThe Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.5 hrs ago21 hrs agoBurnham tells Swinney independence is 'off limits' at Commonwealth Games meetingThe heads of the UK, Scottish and Welsh governments came together ahead of the opening of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.21 hrs ago2 days agoSwinney says Scottish and UK relations 'haemorrhaged' with Douglas AlexanderPrime Minister Andy Burnham announced on Monday that Douglas Alexander would remain as Scottish Secretary in his government.2 days ago3 days agoNew PM Burnham tells John Swinney 'agree to disagree' on Scottish independenceScotland's first minister raised the issue of Scottish independence during a phone call with Andy Burnham on Tuesday morning, in the hopes of advancing the debate.3 days ago4 days agoSwinney seeks 'real devolution of powers' from new PMFM John Swinney said he will seek more powers for the Scottish Parliament from new PM Andy Burnham.4 days ago7 days agoSwinney wants 'constructive relationship' with Labour leader BurnhamJohn Swinney congratulated the former mayor of Greater Manchester after he was confirmed as UK Labour's new leader.7 days ago1 Jul 2026Burnham showed 'lack of knowledge' about Scotland - SwinneyThe first minister has criticised the Labour MP after he suggested power north of the border was too centralised. 1 Jul 202627 Jun 2026King urges MSPs to help build a 'fair and prosperous society'The ceremony, which featured pageantry, poetry, drama and music, marked the beginning of the seventh session of Holyrood.27 Jun 2026...
