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Could SNP and Green MSPs block Kate Forbes from becoming first minister?

A SMALL number of SNP MSPs wouldn’t vote to allow Kate Forbes to become first minister should she win the party’s leadership contest, according…

The National (Scotland)

Minister challenged over Deposit Return Scheme contract

Circular Economy Minister Lorna Slater was grilled by opposition MSPs

Insider UK

Funding for West Dunbartonshire Council labelled "unethical and destructive" as budget looms

Members have until March to balance the books, but face savage funding cuts - with opposition parties slamming the way the ruling Labour admiration are operating.

Daily Record

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Criticism of Kate Forbes is about her suitability to lead, says senior SNP figure

Deputy first minister John Swinney intervenes as activists call for Forbes to withdraw from leadership campaign

The Guardian - UK

Humza Yousaf: Me becoming first minister would be ‘seminal moment’ for Scotland

HUMZA Yousaf has said it would be a “really important seminal moment for the country” if he is elected as Scotland’s next first minister.

The National (Scotland)

Yousaf: My election as first minister would be ‘seminal moment’ for Scotland

He would be the first Muslim and the first ethnic minority politician in the top job.

The Independent UK

Scots think Holyrood should have power hold indyref2 without Westminster, poll finds

THE majority of Scots do not think Holyrood should require anyone’s permission to hold a second independence referendum, a new poll has found.

The National (Scotland)

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MSPs urged to back Budget putting 'limited resources where most needed'

THE Deputy First Minister has urged MSPs to approve tax and spending plans for the coming year which will see the “limited resources” of the…

The National (Scotland)

Swinney: Scottish budget uses ‘limited resources’ where they are needed most

The Deputy First Minister spoke out on the ‘progressive choices’ made in the Scottish Government’s budget for 2023-24.

The Independent UK

Kate Forbes: Praised for handling of budget but other views could divide party

The Finance Secretary, currently on maternity leave, is considered a leading contender to replace Nicola Sturgeon.

The Independent UK

Angus Robertson rules himself out of race to succeed Nicola Sturgeon

The Scottish Constitution Secretary and former SNP Westminster leader said, with two young daughters, the ‘time is not right’ for him to stand.

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer must be bold on extra powers for Holyrood if he is to reach SNP voters

Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says Keir Starmer must back up his talk of appealing to SNP voters with action

Daily Record

Rivals rejoice at Nicola Sturgeon’s departure, but Scots still need persuading the union is home

The exit of the SNP’s most formidable advocate offers Labour an opportunity that Sir Keir Starmer can’t afford to squander

The Guardian - UK

John Swinney promises Scottish Budget will provide 'stability'

BUDGET proposals will lead to “stability” for Scotland, John Swinney has said, ahead of Holyrood’s final vote on the 2023-24 financial plans.

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Humza Yousaf runs for SNP leader and insists he is 'best person' to be First Minister

Humza Yousaf says he is ready for the leadership role after having the toughest jobs in government over the last 10 years.

The National (Scotland)

New poll gives Yes parties whopping 23-seat majority in Holyrood

A NEW poll predicts Yes parties will command a substantial 23-seat majority in the Scottish Parliament.

The National (Scotland)

Who is Neil Gray? Is refugee minister in the running to replace Nicola Sturgeon?

SNP MSP Neil Gray has led the Scottish Government’s response to support Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion.

Daily Record

Anas Sarwar has revived Scottish Labour but must find another gear to become First Minister

Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says Scottish Labour will never have a better chance to topple the SNP

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John Swinney insists independence 'must address the issues that matter to Scots'

The Deputy First Minister last night ruled himself out of the race to succeed Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader.

Daily Record

Nicola Sturgeon successor faces difficult task in leading divided independence movement

The source of the division, senior SNP sources say, is the outgoing First Minister’s strategy which they believe has led them up a political cul-de-sac.

The Independent UK

Sturgeon’s successor should drop National Care Service Bill, say opposition MSPs

A number of unions, think tanks, charities and Holyrood committees have also voiced concern about the proposed centralised service.

The Guardian - UK

Sturgeon exit may delay new Scotland independence vote by five years

SNP scraps conference on first minister’s proposal to use next general election as ‘de facto referendum’

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire Council leader makes 'Save our Services' call, as savage cuts loom

Councillor Rooney has warned that, without further funding from Holyrood, the local authority will face savage cuts that impact key services if it’s forced to close the gap by March.

Insider UK

Search begins to find Nicola Sturgeon’s successor - with Kate Forbes and Angus Robertson among potential candidates

SNP national executive committee set to plan leadership contest

The Independent UK

Search to find Nicola Sturgeon’s successor begins

Scotland’s First Minister announced her resignation on Wednesday.

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