Andrew Learmonth
Holyrood magazine
United Kingdom
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Miners' Pardon: 'I knew I had done nothing wrong'
Nearly 40 years on from the Miners' Strike, those who were wrongfully arrested are still waiting for justice to be done → Read More
Scottish Government publish gender recognition reforms
New legislation will simplify process for trans people to obtain gender recognition certificate → Read More
Freeports and green freeports explained
Freeports and green freeports explained What did the governments agree? In the middle of February, after much discussion, wrangling and negotiation the Scottish and UK governments agreed to establish two freeports in Scotland. Eight have already been established in England, with the first in Teeside operating since November last year. They were championed by Boris Johnson in his first speech as… → Read More
Nicola Sturgeon joins calls for Russia to be removed from global payment network
Nicola Sturgeon joins calls for Russia to be removed from global payment network First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has joined calls for Russia to be kicked out of Swift- the world’s main international payments network. Her call came after EU leaders baulked at the decision, despite Vladimir Putin’s forces reaching Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv. The under-siege country’s foreign minister, Dmytro Kuleba,… → Read More
Boris Johnson promises sanctions to 'hobble the Russian economy'
Prime Minister addresses the nation as Putin invades Ukraine → Read More
Sturgeon 'appalled' by Salmond's continued involvement with Russia Today
First Minister joins calls for Kremlin-backed broadcaster to be taken off air → Read More
SNP MSP criticised for claiming BBC journalist 'imagined' abuse from independence supporters
Sarah Smith speaks of relief at escaping hatred and misogyny of covering Scottish politics → Read More
Storms Dudley and Eunice could impact transport, power networks and wider public services
Deputy First Minister warns country to prepare for disruption → Read More
Scotland to offer all five to 11 year olds a Covid jag
Recommendation for universal jag in unpublished JCVI advice → Read More
On the doorstep: What are the issues at stake in the council elections?
The next set of local elections are less than three months away, what will be on the mind of voters? → Read More
Cost of living crisis: Kate Forbes announces £150 cash support
Three quarters of Scots households to receive payment → Read More
Proposals for football regulator 'merit consideration'
Plan raised in light of Raith Rovers David Goodwillie row → Read More
Picture emerges of Boris Johnson at Downing Street Christmas party
Picture emerges of Boris Johnson at Downing Street Christmas party A new picture has emerged of Boris Johnson at a Christmas party in Downing Street, beside an open bottle of champagne and a half-eaten packet of crisps. The picture was published by The Mirror as the Prime Minister was answering questions in the Commons. The image shows the Tory leader beside members of staff, including one… → Read More
Raith Rovers admits they ‘got it wrong’ on David Goodwillie signing
Fans welcome decision but say club has work to do to mend damage → Read More
Boris Johnson accused of 'parroting conspiracy theories of violent fascists'
Labour leader hits out over PM's refusal to back down over Jimmy Savile comment → Read More
Boris Johnson criticised by Speaker for Jimmy Savile jibe at Keir Starmer
Prime Minister accused Labour leader of failing to prosecute prolific sex pest → Read More
Scottish Tories split over future of Boris Johnson
Alister Jack says Prime Minister has his support but Douglas Ross repeats calls for him to go → Read More
Teachers reject 'insulting' pay offer
EIS call for government and councils to come forward with 'reasonable and fair pay rise' → Read More
Nicola Sturgeon questions equality watchdog intervention in trans law reform debate
First Minister's comments come as 15 feminist groups call for more engagement → Read More
SNP ministers accused of 'shameless power grab' over Covid recovery law proposal
John Swinney say 'pragmatic reforms that have delivered demonstrable benefit to the people of Scotland should continue' → Read More