Residents of Nethy Bridge, evacuated due to a large wildfire in Cairngorms National Park, can return home after the immediate threat was neutralized by firefighting efforts.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth in Glasgow ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Discussions focused on devolution, with Burnham committing not to bypass Holyrood, while Swinney welcomed further power transfers and ap Iorwerth advocated for Wales to have parity of powers with Scotland. Downing Street reiterated that a second Scottish independence referendum was "off limits."
Prime Minister Andy Burnham met with Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth in Glasgow, discussing devolution and inter-governmental relations. Downing Street confirmed a second Scottish independence referendum was "off limits," while Burnham committed to not bypassing Holyrood on devolution plans.
Northern Ireland's Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly expressed shock and repulsion over former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson's sex abuse conviction, which he is now appealing. Little-Pengelly, who worked with Donaldson for years, stated she never suspected his predatory behavior.
Former SNP chief Peter Murrell was sentenced to over five years in prison for embezzling around £400,000 in party funds to purchase luxury items, including a motorhome and cars. He pleaded guilty to the charges, which spanned from 2010 to 2023. His estranged wife, Nicola Sturgeon, was previously cleared of any wrongdoing in the investigation.
A 36-year-old man is charged with five attempted murders with a terrorist connection after a series of attacks in Edinburgh targeting Muslims and people of colour, leaving five men injured and the community deeply traumatised.
Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and ex-Conservative minister Michael Gove will co-star in 'The Wargame,' a four-part Sky TV show where they play roles in a fictional UK government at war with Russia. The series also features Jim Murphy and Penny Mordaunt.
France's cybersecurity agency Viginum has accused Israeli tech company BlackCore of orchestrating a digital interference campaign targeting Scottish First Minister John Swinney and the Scottish government during recent elections. The firm allegedly used proxy social media accounts to spread disinformation, with similar operations noted in France, New York, Togo, and Angola. The sponsor behind BlackCore's actions remains unidentified.
France's Viginum agency claims Israeli firm BlackCore spread disinformation targeting Scotland's First Minister John Swinney and the SNP before the recent election. The firm allegedly used hundreds of social media accounts to coordinate comments on posts by Swinney and the Scottish government.
Former Scottish First Minister Jack McConnell has called for a joint inquiry by the UK and Scottish parliaments into Peter Murrell's embezzlement of over £400,000 from the SNP. Murrell, estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon, pleaded guilty last week. McConnell suggested a joint probe could avoid perceptions of a cover-up or a 'hatchet job'.
Former Scottish First Minister Jack McConnell urges UK and Scottish parliaments to hold a joint inquiry into Peter Murrell's £400,000 embezzlement from the SNP. He suggests this would avoid perceptions of a cover-up or a "hatchet job" and examine the relationship between the prosecution service and government.
Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell has pleaded guilty to embezzling £400,310.65 from the party. He admitted reduced charges in court after nearly £60,000 was deleted from the indictment. The judge called it a "gross breach of trust" and remanded him into custody.
Scotland's deputy first minister, Jenny Gilruth, warned of "undoubtedly" necessary cuts to address a projected £5bn funding gap by 2030. She emphasized protecting services and frontline workers while exploring public sector reform and shared services, but faced criticism from opposition parties regarding transparency and potential job losses.
John Swinney is expected to name Jenny Gilruth as Scotland's Deputy First Minister as he reshapes the SNP Cabinet following the recent Scottish Parliament election. Gilruth, currently Education Secretary, was seen arriving at Bute House. Swinney, sworn in for his second term, aims to address the cost-of-living crisis and NHS reform.
John Swinney has been re-appointed as First Minister of Scotland after winning a vote in the Scottish Parliament. His appointment, supported by a pro-independence majority, will be rubber-stamped by the King.
Wales' First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth confirmed he discussed Welsh independence with UK PM Keir Starmer. Ap Iorwerth aims to lead a 'national conversation' on independence, while critics argue he's distracted from core issues like the NHS and cost of living.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expresses openness to discussing further devolution powers with Wales' new First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth, amid calls for more funding and rail improvements.
Keir Starmer faces leadership challenges as allies of Health Secretary Wes Streeting indicate he may resign and potentially challenge for the leadership. Starmer has expressed 'full confidence' in Streeting. The King's Speech outlined 37 bills, including education, health, and energy reforms.
Keir Starmer faces leadership challenges as allies of Health Secretary Wes Streeting indicate he may resign and potentially challenge for the leadership. Starmer has announced key reforms in education, health, and the courts in the King's Speech, aiming to prove his ability to enact change.
Downing Street confirms Wes Streeting remains Health Secretary amid potential leadership challenge rumors. The King's Speech debate begins with jibes from Labour's Naz Shah. A European partnership bill aims to align UK regulations with the EU, potentially adding £5.1bn annually to the economy. Nigel Farage faces a parliamentary inquiry over an undeclared £5m donation.
Wes Streeting, UK's health secretary, is reportedly preparing to resign and launch a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer, potentially as early as tomorrow, despite doubts over his support among MPs.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer met Health Secretary Wes Streeting for 17 minutes amid calls for Starmer's resignation. The meeting's outcome is unclear, but Starmer's leadership faces challenges, including a potential no-confidence vote by the SNP and predictions from Labour-supporting unions that he won't lead the party into the next election.
Rhun ap Iorwerth of Plaid Cymru is sworn in as Wales' first non-Labour first minister, promising a new era of governance and working constructively with the UK government for Wales' best interests.
Rhun ap Iorwerth of Plaid Cymru becomes Wales' first non-Labour first minister after historic election win, promising a government for all communities and vowing to address NHS waiting lists, education, and economic growth.
