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Older people tend to be more punctual and able to spell, says Tory MP

Michael Fabricant listed the qualities of adults aged 50 and over as he urged the Government to do more to support them back into employment.

The Independent UK

DUP leader sets up panel to inform deliberations on Windsor Framework deal

Former DUP leaders and Stormont first ministers Dame Arlene Foster and Peter Robinson are among those who will sit on the new panel.

The Independent UK

Boris Johnson’s ‘absurd’ plan to give father Stanley a knighthood ‘corrodes public trust’, Tories warn

Ex-PM accused of discrediting entire system ‘because of a family favour’

The Independent UK

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Boris Johnson no longer has the political capital to get away with giving his dad a knighthood

As an academic specialising in part in why political corruption happens, the tenure of Boris Johnson (and its aftermath) has provided me with much to consider. Indeed, over the past 18 months, it has felt like I’m getting asked the same question over and over again. After the Owen Paterson…

The Conversation

Boris Johnson's much-anticipated honours list - the 12 most controversial figures

The shamed former PM looks set to cause yet another headache for Rishi Sunak after putting his dad Stanley forward for a knighthood. Here we look at some of the controversial names believed to be in line for honours

Daily Mirror

Jeremy Hunt’s 2023 budget: five things to look out for

The chancellor is unlikely to make giveaways next week, but he could offer more help with energy bills

The Guardian - UK

SNP accuse Tories of relying on South Ayrshire Council officers to 'tell them what to do' in budget broadside

SNP group leader, Councillor Peter Henderson, said the administration budget lacked vision.

Daily Record

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Removal van spotted outside Nicola Sturgeon's official residence

A REMOVAL van has been spotted outside the official residence of the outgoing First Minister.

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes: I know challenge of returning to work after maternity leave

Speaking during a visit to meet female entrepreneurs in Kilmarnock, the SNP leadership hopeful spoke of juggling her campaign with motherhood.

The Independent UK

Would-be first ministers urged to put public services ‘top of the list’

Union leaders at Unison made the plea in an open letter to the three candidates running to replace Nicola Sturgeon.

The Independent UK

Humza Yousaf calls for Alister Jack to quit Commons seat if Tory minister is made a Lord

Jack, who has served as Scottish Secretary since 2019, is set to be made a member of the House of Lords thanks to Boris Johnson.

Daily Record

Who is Stanley Johnson? Boris Johnson’s father ‘nominated for a Knighthood’

Boris is said to be putting his own father up for honours - but who is Stanley Johnson, and how did he win the eternal admiration of his first son?

Evening Standard

Labour leader 'expecting uproar' over South Ayrshire Council Conservative budget

South Ayrshire Labour group leader, Brian McGinley, has hit out at the Conservative and Independent administration's budget.

Daily Record

DUP will take a few weeks on Windsor Framework assessment, Ahern says

The former Irish premier was speaking after an event to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.

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Patrick Harvie reveals breach of the peace conviction for protesting at Faslane

A SCOTTISH Greens minister has said his breach of the peace conviction relates to non-violent protest action thought to have occurred at the…

The National (Scotland)

Ash Regan pledges to establish SNP Activist Academy to build team 'at all levels'

Regan said she will build on the existing SNP College format to educate activists and widen access to more members in the party.

Daily Record

Labour calls for SNP to ensure race to find Nicola Sturgeon successor is free from 'corruption'

Jackie Baillie has written to SNP chief executive Peter Murrell to ask if the results of the leadership ballot would be published "in full".

The Guardian - UK

I thought my opinion of Boris Johnson couldn’t be lower. Then he nominated his father for a knighthood

The former prime minister either sees the UK as his own personal fiefdom – or he has an ulterior motive, writes Zoe Williams

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Daily Mirror

Tories told to 'get on' with HS2 as Labour vows to build high speed rail line in full

Shadow Transport Secretary Louise Haigh told the Tories to 'Get on with it, stop wasting taxpayers’ money as she renewed the party's promise to construct the track's eastern leg

The National (Scotland)

SNP leadership contenders urged to 'pick up the pace' on tackling climate change

Over 100 Scottish organisations signed an open letter calling on candidates Humza Yousaf, Kate Forbes and Ash Regan to commit to strong action on…

The Independent UK

Johnson nominating father for knighthood ‘absolutely outrageous’, says Starmer

The former prime minister is reported to have included Stanley Johnson in the list of names drawn up for his resignation honours.

Evening Standard

Sue Gray may have broken civil service rules with plans to take up Labour job, minister says

Sue Gray may have broken strict Government rules by taking up a job in the Labour leader’s office, a minister said on Monday.

The Independent UK

Boris Johnson seeking knighthood for father ‘absolutely outrageous’, says Starmer

‘Bestowing honours on his dad – for services to what?’ asks Labour leader

Daily Record

Alister Jack 'heading to House of Lords' thanks to Boris Johnson honours list

The Tory MP for Dumfries, who has served as Scottish Secretary since 2019, could soon swap the House of Commons for the Lords.

The Independent UK

No reason to believe partygate inquisitor Sue Gray not impartial, says minister

She is expected to submit a formal request on Monday to take on the role of Sir Keir Starmer’s chief of staff.

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