Scotland's first minister sets out latest plan for independence referendum
Thursday, 4 September 2025 () First Minister John Swinney has called on the UK government to agree to another referendum on Scottish independence if a majority of SNP MSPs are elected at the 2026 Holyrood election.
Scotland’s first minister John Swinney says he is “confident” that the scrapping of peak rail fares “will be a big incentive for people to use the train”. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Defence minister Luke Pollard has hailed a £10 billion deal to build warships for the Norwegian navy in Glasgow, saying the deal secures 4,000 jobs for 15 years, including 2,000 in Scotland, and will strengthen North Atlantic and North Sea security.
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Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney urges Sir Keir Starmer to recognise the Palestinian state now to “protect the Palestinian people and to give them rights in a situation where their rights are being completely and utterly steamrollered by the Israeli government.” Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The champion cyclist Chris Hoy meets with the First Minister John Swinney to discuss how best to tackle prostate cancer. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Scotland’s First Minister says he welcomes Donald Trump’s investment but will use the former president’s visit to raise serious international issues. John Swinney said the suffering in Gaza must end and called for international pressure on Israel to secure a ceasefire, adding that Trump’s trip is a chance to ensure Scotland’s voice is heard on the world stage. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Nicola Sturgeon revealed she had a “panic attack” while compiling the SNP’s 2014 referendum White Paper, describing it as “so unwieldy” and “difficult”. She accused then First Minister..
Three Scottish brothers, Ewan, Jamie, and Lachlan MacLean, arrived in Cairns, Australia, after rowing across the Pacific Ocean from Lima, Peru. They endured 139... IndiaTimes Also reported by •Daily Record
Thursday, 4 September 2025 ()
First Minister John Swinney has called on the UK government to agree to another referendum on Scottish independence if a majority of SNP MSPs are elected at the 2026 Holyrood election.
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A trio of Scottish castles were recommended in Pinterest's autumn 'whimsical wanderlust' list.
