Latest news on Scottish National Party (SNP), covering Scotland's leading political party, independence movement, Holyrood governance, and Westminster representation

2 days ago · For the SNP, questions will now emerge over whether that is a political choice rather than a legal argument. Politically, the SNP will not want gender and trans rights to be a big …

5 days ago · First Minister John Swinney defends near £20,000 pay rise for SNP ministers as 'fair' During a media conference at Bute House, Mr Swinney also announces his government's …

Mar 20, 2025 · Mr Beattie, the SNP MSP for Midlothian North and Musselburgh, was arrested and released without charge in April 2023. Two months later Ms Sturgeon was also arrested and …

Read the latest SNP news and breaking stories from The Scotsman. Providing expert political analysis and opinions about the Scottish National Party, the largest group at the Scottish …

3 days ago · The SNP has been in power since the 2007 election after it formed a minority government. Over the last 18 years, the country's leading party has been championing …

Dec 5, 2024 · Ahead of Scotland’s Budget, John Swinney challenges Labour’s Anas Sarwar to work with the SNP to secure a future for Grangemouth staff. by John Swinney Read More

Latest news about The SNP and Nicola Sturgeon from Scotland's only pro-independence newspaper

Mar 26, 2025 · Stay informed with the latest news, video, live updates and expert analysis about SNP (Scottish National Party) from across the BBC.

Mar 20, 2025 · As both SNP leader and first minister, he will hope Thursday's news is a chance to move on. He has already begun to rebuild the SNP's position in the polls, helped by Labour's …