Organisation: MSPs

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Scottish parliament votes to reject no-deal Brexit

The Scottish Parliament has symbolically rejected any no-deal Brexit, despite opposition from Conservative MSPs.

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Nicola Sturgeon tells Scottish parliament independence vote on hold but likely before 2021

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Brexit countdown: Scotland seeks another vote on independence

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Voters should have right to choose Brexit or independence, says Nicola Sturgeon

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Scottish Parliament votes against triggering of Brexit process; Tories brand it 'grievance politics'

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EU holds discussions on Scotland’s future in Europe

Ireland and Scotland can provide 'ethical leadership', says President Higgins

Ireland and Scotland have been urged to play a key role in providing the "ethical leadership that is so needed at this moment in our history".

Wed, 29 Jun, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Mon, 27 Jun, 2016

Scotland could block Brexit, says Nicola Sturgeon

Nicola Sturgeon has warned she would consider asking Holyrood to block the UK’s departure from Europe if MSPs are required to give formal backing for Brexit.

Mon, 27 Jun, 2016

Drinks industry to fight minimum pricing plan for alcohol in Scotland

Drinks industry bosses have pledged to take their fight to stop the introduction of minimum unit pricing for alcohol in Scotland to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) after their legal challenge was dismissed by a court.

Fri, 03 May, 2013

Trump was 'lured' by Scottish First Ministers

Donald Trump has complained he was “lured” into investing in Scotland by two First Ministers.

Wed, 25 Apr, 2012

Scottish First Minister resists referendum calls

Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond has dismissed fresh attempts at the Scottish Parliament to force an early referendum on independence.

Thu, 12 Jan, 2012

Minister under fire over release of bomber

SCOTLAND’S Justice Secretary faced a barrage of criticism yesterday as he explained why he freed the Lockerbie bomber.

Tue, 25 Aug, 2009

MacAskill under pressure over Lockerbie decision

Scotland’s justice secretary faced a barrage of criticism today as he explained why he freed the Lockerbie bomber.

Mon, 24 Aug, 2009

First UK swine flu couple leave hospital

Britain’s first two confirmed victims of swine flu left hospital today as it emerged they may have passed the virus on to someone they know.

Thu, 30 Apr, 2009

Sinn Féin to meet SNP for first time

Sinn Féin is to hold its first-ever meeting with the Scottish National Party at Holyrood today.

Thu, 16 Nov, 2006

Scots to ban public smoking

SCOTLAND yesterday moved towards banning smoking in public places, with tough fines for repeat offenders.

Thu, 11 Nov, 2004

Call to lift Catholic monarchy ban

Tony Blair could boost the peace process in the North by lifting the ban on Catholics becoming King or Queen, it was claimed today.

Sat, 17 Jul, 2004

Messages of support for Celtic

Celtic’s bid for European glory was today backed by politicians from both sides of the Irish Sea.

Wed, 21 May, 2003

Figo backing for Ireland-Scotland Euro bid

SCOTLAND and Ireland’s bid to host Euro 2008 has been boosted by the backing of former World Footballer of the Year Luis Figo, according to bid director John Henderson.

Thu, 21 Nov, 2002

Fox hunters defiant after vote for ban

Hunts across Scotland have come out in force in a mass show of defiance after MSPs voted overwhelmingly to ban the centuries old pursuit.

Thu, 14 Feb, 2002

Bertie speaks to Scottish Parliament

The Taoiseach told MSPs people in Ireland had greeted the ‘‘reconvening’’ of the Scottish Parliament in 1999 with ‘‘warmth and gratification’’.

Wed, 20 Jun, 2001

Row over Union Jack display during Ahern visit

A row broke out today over the decision to display the Union Jack flag alongside the Scottish Saltire and the Tricolour as the Taoiseach Bertie Ahern was addressing MSPs at Holyrood.

Wed, 20 Jun, 2001

Soccer: Campaigner welcomes bid to outlaw sectarianism

The friend of a teenager murdered for wearing a Celtic top has welcomed moves by a backbench MSP to make sectarianism a criminal offence.

Thu, 03 May, 2001

Package due to ease Scottish tourism woes

An emergency package of measures to help the Scottish tourism industry through the deepening foot-and-mouth crisis is to be announced.

Tue, 27 Mar, 2001