Only in the bizarre world of Scottish unionist politics could Labour staffers, candidates & allies seem to be trying to deflect from the issue of whether Offord or Sarwar are lying about their ‘deal conversation’, by weirdly blaming John Swinney, who wasn’t privy to their chat.
Vapes could soon be treated in line with cigarettes as the SNP have pledged to ban the display of vapes in shops and advertisements 👇
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Our Trading Standards team will be at Calders Community Room (117 Calder Gardens) from 2-4pm on Thursday (16 April) handing out free bar extension leads to Edinburgh residents who trade in any block adapters they have (1/2)
I’m pleased that agreement has been reached with the EIS and COSLA to suspend planned teacher strikes.
This deal supports teachers, protects learning time for pupils, especially those preparing for exams, and shows what can be achieved through constructive partnership.
Too many young people are stuck in the rent trap and can't afford a home of their own.
If re-elected, the SNP Government will help first-time buyers with up to £10,000 towards their deposit - unlocking home ownership for a new generation in Scotland.
See you at the SNP conference tomorrow.
Here’s a wee preview of what my speech will be about - you can also live stream it on the SNP YouTube and other channels.
Make your voice heard at the March and Rally for independence on Saturday 28th March.
Meet at the High Street / Old Parliament Square at 11.30AM.
Join Scotland’s largest people powered political party: www.snp.org/join
Picture shows augmented image of Keir Starmer holding a folder which reads: TOP SECRET. Labour’s plan to undermine the Scottish Parliament. “Even when devolved governments may oppose this.”
So much for Labour’s promises to respect the Scottish Parliament.
Only the SNP will always stand up for Scotland and protect our Parliament.
www.snp.org/join
First Minister and SNP leader John Swinney: “Poll after poll puts the SNP within touching distance of securing a majority – repeating the success of 2011 that paved the way for the 2014 independence referendum.”
Do your bit, donate what you can at: www.snp.org/appeal
Scottish Election Appeal announces reaching £120,000 in donations with a thank you message and a new target of £150,000.
We've hit our stretch target of £120,000! 🎉💛
Can we hit £150,000?
We don’t have billionaire donors - just people who believe Scotland can do better.
Donate to our Scottish election campaign at www.snp.org/appeal
Sign offering £10,000 help to buy your first home with a red 'SOLD' tag below on an orange background.
We're unlocking home ownership for a new generation with help for renters and first time buyers.
Up to £10,000 to help first-time buyers.
Make it #BothVotesSNP on 7 May for a Scottish Government working for Scotland.
A Scottish city has been named the third best in the world, beating out competition from the likes of New York, London and Tokyo 👀
Tomorrow's front page 📰
Starmer admits he knew of Mandelson-Epstein relationship post-conviction - yet still appointed peer to US ambassador role
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Labour MSP suspended by Labour
Scottish Labour has confirmed that Lothians MSP, Foysol Choudhury, MBE, has been placed under administrative suspension. This status will continue pending investigation of what has been described as an "allegation of inappropriate conduct", and the MSP will sit as an…
Aaand a by-election for Whitburn and Blackburn in West Lothian after David Russell, the Labour councillor elected in last November's by-election for the ward, has stood down for as-yet unstated reasons. www.heraldscotland.com/news/2549904...
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Edinburgh council still to reclaim £430,000 from organisers of last year’s cancelled Hogmanay event
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Just watching first episode of Dept Q on @netflix.com Filmed in Edinburgh and the city looks magnificent. Worth a watch!
“We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist”
James Baldwin
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SNP leaflet for Mairianna Clyde next to sign about election.
Activists holding SNP leaflets in snow
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It was chilly but Team SNP received a warm welcome for our fantastic SNP candidate, Dr Mairianna Clyde, in Bonaly yesterday on a beautiful sunny, snowy day!
🗳️ Polls open Thursday 23rd January for the Colinton/Oxgangs/Fairmilehead By-Election.
Vote SNP candidate CLYDE #1!
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Our thoughts on 🚲👩🦽🚶 as 2024-->2025
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Absolute scenes in Edinburgh CEC where the Lib Dems voted in favour of the Labour super-minority administration but none of them made a speech as to why.
(Their leader made one about why the decision couldn’t wait, but that was it.)
SNP activists about to go to work.
Excellent response on the doorsteps today for @mc1yde.bsky.social , the local SNP candidate for the Colinton/Oxgangs/Fairmilehead by-election.
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SNP and Greens to vie for joint leadership of the council in new coalition
Edinburgh’s SNP and Green council groups are combining forces in a bid to take over the leadership of Edinburgh's council administration. They are making a move on Thursday to take control of the council which they say will…
The latest announcement that procurement is underway to replace 25 High Speed Trains (HST) is very much welcomed.
It’s vital that these new trains meet the highest standards of sustainability, connectivity, and passenger experience.
Our response 👇
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And with excellent accessibility features please!
Emergency SNP motion on WASPI decision being put before Edinburgh tomorrow. Have reached out to all other parties seeking support for registering our shock and dismay on behalf of 15,000 Edin women impacted by this.
