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South Lanarkshire councillors approve budget as Council Tax rises

Proposals include a rise in council tax and investments.

Daily Record

Tributes paid to former Midlothian councillor and miner who was an 'inspiration' to others

Alex Bennett was a former miner and NUM representative who helped others in the battle for compensation for industrial injuries standing up for them at tribunals.

Edinburgh Live

Why National won't panic as it did in 2020

The focus for the party must be on developing its own post-Cyclone Gabrielle reconstruction and resilience plan that it can promote positively and with confidence, argues Peter Dunne

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Legal bid to challenge Met's probe into partygate scandal fails

CAMPAIGNERS have failed to bring a High Court challenge against the Metropolitan Police over its investigation into the Partygate scandal.

The National (Scotland)

How Nicola Sturgeon mastered the art of public image and won support for a decade

With Nicola Sturgeon’s departure, the UK has lost an expert in constructing a public image and winning support across political divides. Sturgeon led the Scottish National Party (SNP) to an unprecedented five electoral victories – three in Westminster and two in her home parliament of Holyrood.

The Conversation

Regan calls for end to ‘mudslinging’ in SNP leadership race

The statement comes as tensions in the SNP race rose.

The Independent UK

West Lothian councillors warned council tax rise could come back to haunt them

Labour's 5.8 per cent hike in council tax is defended by the party as practical way to maintain services but other backers are unhappy and the Tories have said they won't support it long term.

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Ash Regan calls on SNP members to stop 'mudslinging' over Kate Forbes row

Regan, a backbench MSP, is considered a long shot to win the race to replace Nicola Sturgeon.

Daily Record

Funding for West Dunbartonshire Council labelled "unethical and destructive" as budget looms

Members have until March to balance the books, but face savage funding cuts - with opposition parties slamming the way the ruling Labour admiration are operating.

Daily Record

Falkirk council tax could rise by seven per cent to help plug budget gap

Budget papers say the district currently has one of the lowest levels of council tax in Scotland.

Daily Record

SNP leadership candidate appeals for 'calm and end to mudslinging’ in contest

SNP LEADERSHIP contender Ash Regan has appealed for “calm” and an end to “mudslinging” in the contest.

The National (Scotland)

Anger as legal challenge over Partygate police probe into Boris Johnson thrown out

Campaigners had called for a judicial review into the Met Police decision not to send the shamed former PM a questionnaire over Partygate gatherings in November and December 2020 - even though others present were fined

Daily Mirror

Kate Forbes still has backing of Ayr MSP as pressure mounts on SNP leadership hopeful over gay marriage beliefs

Siobhian Brown has refused to pull her support for the Finance Secretary, whose comments have plunged her campaign into turmoil.

Daily Record

Nine Glasgow health suites across city to stay shut as campaign starts to open Tollcross venue

Suites at nine venues will remain closed to save money but Conservative councillor Thomas Kerr is calling for the Tollcross facility to reopen.

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The National (Scotland)

Labour hopeful's 'handsome granda' email baffles Aberdeen voters

A LABOUR candidate has been mocked for a ridiculous email address he included on his campaign materials.

The Independent UK

Campaigners lose bid to bring High Court challenge against Met over ‘Partygate’

The Good Law Project and Lord Paddick were refused permission to bring a challenge against the force over its investigation into Number 10 parties.

The National (Scotland)

How many SNP members will elect Scotland's next first minister and party leader?

NICOLA Sturgeon’s successor will be determined by SNP members - but how many are there?

The Independent UK

New first minister has ‘real opportunity’ to reset UK relations – Alister Jack

The Scottish Secretary said the country needed a first minister ‘who put Scotland’s interests above the nationalist interests’.

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Bristol Post

Bristol council tax and garden waste charge hike confirmed as councillors approve budget

Councillors vote through four changes to City Hall spending plans but reject bus bailout plan

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government has 'huge amount' to recommit to when next FM in post, say Greens

Patrick Harvie said the Scottish Government and next first minister have a 'huge amount' to recommit to once they take over from Nicola Sturgeon

The Guardian - UK

Criticism of Kate Forbes is about her suitability to lead, says senior SNP figure

Deputy first minister John Swinney intervenes as activists call for Forbes to withdraw from leadership campaign

The Guardian - UK

Rishi Sunak too weak to take on Tory Brexit ‘malcontents’, says Starmer

Labour leader urges PM to ‘just get on with it’ and reach deal with EU over Northern Ireland

Belfast Live

Alliance MLA Patricia O'Lynn announces resignation

Patricia O'Lynn was elected last year as an MLA for North Antrim

The National (Scotland)

Alister Jack claims next FM has chance to 'reset' relations with UK Government

SCOTTISH Secretary Alister Jack has claimed the next First Minister has an opportunity to “reset the relationship with the UK Government”.

The Guardian - UK

London Underground drivers to strike on 15 March

The 24-hour strike kicks off on budget day in dispute over pensions and working arrangements

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