Japan has just gutted its arms export ban, despite public opposition. No parliamentary oversight — the Diet is only notified after the cabinet approves the export.
Takaichi isn't just wanting to rearm Japan. She’s trying to turn them into a weapons dealer to serve the US Empire.
That includes £8.5 billion on UK debt, £5.1 billion on defence, and billions more on projects - like HS2 - which didn’t even impact Scotland!
It’s important to note that GERS is a snapshot of Scotland in this decrepit, dying union. 2/2
Malcolm Offord mentioned GERS in the #Scotland2050Hustings, portraying the so-called “deficit” as a result of Scottish Government spending - it’s not.
Around £45 billion of the £117 billion spending in Scotland was spent by the UK on reserved matters. 1/2
Thanks, Maureen!
"What we do know, however, is that the United States raised concerns and warned the UK government about Ming Yang’s investment. And the UK government, as it so often does, capitulated and followed Washington’s lead."
#ScottishIndependence
Anything that capitulates to Trump or the US Empire should be reason enough to boycott.
The decision by the UK government to block Ming Yang’s investment in the Highlands tells us everything. Scotland needs to look East. 👇🏼
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The Holyrood campaign has kicked off in earnest this week and a new poll has predicted an enormous pro-independence majority
What everything this week's polls tell us 👇
The decision to block Ming Yang's £1.5 billion investment in Ardersier is a self-inflicted wound by the UK government.
Scottish investment dragged down by Westminster's anti-China ideology.
Independence is the only way to break the cycle.
Right decision. The bill’s definitions were too broad, and the safeguards - in both the original and final versions - were not enough.
This shouldn’t be the end of the discussion, though. Scotland needs to invest more directly in palliative care.
Western media: “Decisions are made behind closed doors.”
Reality: Motions began at people’s congresses at local levels and were debated before reaching the National People’s Congress.
If that’s a “rubber stamp,” what exactly do you call democracy?
Jeffrey Sachs on the real reason Israel and the U.S. attacked #Iran. 👇🏼
Unlike Netanyahu, who starts wars and flees, Ayatollah Khamenei stayed in his country - even while under attack - until his final moments.
Did you know the term ‘Lunar New Year’ for Chinese New Year is a British colonial invention?
During their occupation of Hong Kong, they removed Chinese New Year and replaced it with Lunar New Year in Hong Kong law.
The UK deliberately de-sinicised Chinese holidays during their occupation.
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Jeane Freeman 1953-2026
“In the UK, they block by-election party candidates who pose a threat to the Prime Minister.”
Glad to hear Mayor Zohran Mamdani is considering a baby box scheme in New York.
The Scottish Government has sent over a Baby Box to share our experience and hopefully offer some inspiration.
Since we launched it in 2017, I’m proud it’s giving every child the best start in life. 🏴
Graphic reads: Glenrothes West & Kinglassie by-election, congratulations Zoe Hisbent, and features a picture of Zoe.
🎉 Congratulations Zoe!
Only the SNP stands up for Scotland. 🏴
What a magnificent SNP win in the Glenrothes West and Kinglassie by-election!
Well done to Cllr Zoe Hisbent on a stunning win. Nigel Farage turned up to campaign and lost. Labour polled 15%. Excellent result for the SNP.
Glenrothes West and Kinglassie (Fife) by-election, 1st prefs:
SNP: 1167 (44.3%, -5.3)
Reform UK: 725 (27.5%, new)
Labour: 413 (15.7%, -16.8)
Conservative: 182 (6.9%, -4.7)
Lib Dem: 125 (4.7%, +0.9)
Family: 25 (0.9%, new)
SNP elected stage TBC.
Great to be in Glenrothes campaigning for Zoe Hisbent, your @snp.org candidate in the Glenrothes West and Kinglassie by-election.
Polls close today at 10pm, if you live in Glenrothes West & Kinglassie and haven’t voted yet, #VoteSNP!
Picture shows Zoe Hisbent, a ballot extract with her name on it, and the words “Polls are now open!”
🏴 Polls are now open in the Glenrothes West and Kinglassie by-election.
🗳️ Vote Zoe Hisbent before 10pm tonight!
You won’t believe what Macron said…
Desperate to appease!
Where is Europe’s spine?
Truly embarrassing for NATO and these supposed “world powers.”
I’m not sure whether this is on par or worse than Kaja Kallas’ so-called diplomacy. 😂
Tomorrow we will set out Scotland’s Budget.
Here’s a preview in 45 seconds. 👇
It’s unacceptable that in energy-rich Scotland, people are facing fuel poverty.
Labour promised lower energy bills, but they keep going up.
With independence, we can use our energy wealth to lower bills for good.
🏴 Believe in Scotland.
Happy New Year and every good wish for 2026. 🏴
