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Holyrood election
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The Bbcworld55 days ago
Candidates Announced for Two Scottish By-Elections
Nominations have closed for by-elections in Aberdeen South and Arbroath and Broughty Ferry scheduled for 18 June. The contests follow the departure of two SNP MPs who won seats in the recent Holyrood election.
ai57 days ago
Electoral Commission Seeks New Rules on AI Chatbot Misinformation
The Electoral Commission called for new legal controls after a Demos study found AI tools gave inaccurate election information in 34 percent of responses. The findings come after the May Holyrood election in Scotland.
bbc.co.ukpolitics68 days ago
SNP Wins Fifth Scottish Election but Falls Short of Majority
The Scottish National Party secured 58 seats in the 2026 Holyrood election, falling short of an outright majority. Reform UK won seats in the Scottish Parliament for the first time while Labour and Reform tied for second place with 17 seats each. SNP leader John Swinney said he w…
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Scottish Labour Announces Manifesto Pledges for Health, Education and Taxation Ahead of Holyrood Election
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has outlined the party's plans to improve the NHS, including reducing waiting times and introducing new technologies. The manifesto also includes pledges on childcare, housing, transport and energy support. These announcements come ahead of the…
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Scottish Political Leaders Address CalMac Ferry Disruptions During Holyrood Election Campaign
Political leaders in Scotland focused on disruptions to CalMac ferry services during campaigning for the Holyrood election. First Minister John Swinney announced a proposed £10 million resilience fund for affected communities and businesses. Opposition parties criticized the Scot…
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Scottish Conservatives Launch 96-Page Manifesto for 2026 Holyrood Election
The Scottish Conservatives have released their manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election, led by Russell Findlay. The 96-page document outlines policies on criminal justice, healthcare, education, and opposition to independence. BBC Scotland analyzed the pledges, covering areas su…