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Zack Polanski and the rise in popularity of the Green Party

February 23, 2026February 24, 2026

Once considered a ‘wasted vote’, the Green Party has now reached over 100,000 members, due to what many are calling the ‘Zack Polanski effect’. After his election as leader of the party…

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Older man holding a sign that reads "I Oppose Genocide I Support Palestine Action" is surrounded by two police officers
National/News/Politics

High Court rules Palestine Action ban is unlawful

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

A further hearing is scheduled for February 20th, and the government is likely to appeal the decision.…

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Politics

Lord Mandelson’s career unravels as Epstein ties prompt police investigation and calls for PM Starmer’s resignation

February 6, 2026February 7, 2026

Lord Peter Mandelson's ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been put under police investigation following the Epstein files' release.…

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Politics

Will the cost of university rise for Scottish students in 2026?

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Labour chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced that in 2027, a change to the student loan system will come into effect. However, this may not be the only change facing students when it…

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Nigel Farage
Comment/National/Opinion/Politics

The bitterly divided British right is a huge gift for the left

January 26, 2026January 27, 2026

Robert Jenrick’s intentions in his recent decision to defect from the Conservative Party to Reform UK seem to be entirely unfounded. When the news broke in the middle of January this year,…

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Features/Long Read/National/Politics

Getting This Party Started: Inside a Your Party Glasgow Meeting

January 23, 2026January 27, 2026

As the 2026 Holyrood elections approach, a new left-wing party is still hoping to get local candidates on the ballots. Here's what the inside of a local founding meeting for Your Party…

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Politics

“I Am Not A Rebellious Person”: Stirling MP Chris Kane Explains Why He Voted For Labour’s Welfare Cuts

December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

"I did what was best", says Chris Kane, MP for Stirling and Strathallan, on voting for welfare cuts.

Do you think the cuts to disability benefits should've gone ahead as planned?…

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National/Politics

The State of the Scottish Independence Debate

December 8, 2025January 10, 2026

The SNP are realigning their focus onto independence ahead of May's Holyrood elections.

Is independence a priority for you?…

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National/Politics

Labour’s Asylum Changes: Theft or Fair Business?

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

The measures were inspired by Denmark centre-left government, praised by Tommy Robinson, and condemned by refugee charities.

What do you think? Are they fair or unreasonable?…

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National/Politics/Stirling council

What could Stirling Council’s SNP administration look like?

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

The SNP, Greens, and an independent are now running Stirling Council, freezing Labour out of power for the first time in the history of the Council.

Do you think they're up to the…

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