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Scottish Parliament prepares to 'make history' in final stage of gender reform debate

The Scottish Greens have said this week will be “vital” for trans rights and equality as MSPs brace for two long days of debates on Tuesday and…

The National (Scotland)

Cross-party MSPs aim to ease concerns over gender recognition bill

Group tables amendments amid fears men could abuse the changes, as UN expert urges Holyrood not to delay or water down new law

The Guardian - UK

Royal Mail dispute likely to continue into new year, union leader warns

Hundreds of striking posties descended on Holyrood demanding the First Minister and MSPs support their demands for better working conditions.

The Independent UK

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SNP gender reform rebel teams up with Tory MSPs ahead of bill's final stage

Michelle Thomson and Russell Findlay have submitted a joint amendment ahead of the final stage of the GRR Bill

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Justice Secretary calls for MSPs to oppose Troubles amnesty bill

THE Scottish Government is against a UK-wide bill that would provide an effective amnesty for people who committed crimes during the Troubles.

The National (Scotland)

Committee welcomes reforms to help Scottish businesses raise finance

Proposals to change the laws on moveable and intellectual property have been backed by a group of MSPs

Insider UK

SNP MSPs raise 'significant concerns' with National Care Service plans

A cross-party group of MSPs say they have “significant concerns” about the lack of detailed costs for the planned national care service (NCS).

The National (Scotland)

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Mum who lost partner to suicide feeling 'positive' as inspirational mental health campaign reaches crucial stage

Karen McKeown gave a moving speech before MSPs this week and provided evidence in calls for a full mental health review

Daily Record

SNP refuse to say whether gender vote rebels face action after defying whip

THE SNP have refused to confirm whether they will take action against rebel MSPs who defied the party whip on a vote on gender recognition reform.

The National (Scotland)

Police Scotland risks becoming 'paramilitary force' only capable of responding to serious incidents

MSPs have been warned that community-focused policing could end as a result of severe budget pressures facing the national constabulary.

Daily Record

MSPs urged to close loopholes in new fox hunting legislation

MSPS have been urged to vote to close loopholes in proposed new fox hunting laws.

The National (Scotland)

MSPs approve Bill temporarily freezing rent and evictions

The legislation caps rent increases at 0% until 31 March and is backdated to 9 September

Insider UK

Majority of Holyrood committee backs principles of GRA reform - except Tories

The findings have been welcomed by LGBT campaigners who urged MSPs from all parties to back the legislation as it makes its way through parliament.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish ministers refuse to confirm if King asked for rent freeze bill changes

Scottish Lib Dems had called on ministers to disclose if King used crown consent to seek changes to law

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Rent freeze Bill passes first stage at Holyrood

MSPs voted to back the general principles of the Bill by 88 votes to 29 on Tuesday.

The National (Scotland)

REVEALED: Anti-abortion lobbyists met MSPs more than 100 times

ANTI-ABORTION Christian lobbyists have met with MSPs from all the major political parties at Holyrood more than 100 times since the start of 2021,…

The National (Scotland)

Search is on for more places to house Ukrainian refugees as MSPs visit crisis cruise ship

THE Scottish Government is expanding its search for places to house Ukrainian refugees, with another cruise liner chartered to take people fleeing…

The National (Scotland)

LGBT activists set to march on Scottish Parliament calling for trans equality

LGBT campaigners are calling for MSPs to be "bolder" in the pursuit of trans equality

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Random Scots to advise MSPs on boosting engagement with minority communities

A RANDOMLY-selected group of 24 Scots will be chosen to help advise MSPs on how the Scottish Parliament can engage under-represented communities.

Daily Record

Scots teachers left 'repairing the damage' caused by covid lockdowns on pupils

MSPs have been warned the attainment gap between the richest and poorest pupils in Scotland has widened as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

The National (Scotland)

Hybrid working at Holyrood should continue, say MSPs

HYBRID working set up during the Covid-19 pandemic in Scotland’s Parliament should continue, a Holyrood committee has said.

The National (Scotland)

Nadine Dorries invited to Scottish Parliament to explain Channel 4 sell-off

UK CULTURE secretary Nadine Dorries is being urged to appear before MSPs to explain how plans to privatise Channel 4 will impact on Scotland.

Insider UK

MSPs divided over acceptance of UK’s Northern Ireland Protocol Bill

Potential legislation had its second reading in the House of Commons earlier in the week

Daily Record

Confusion as Nicola Sturgeon and John Swinney split over independence talks mandate

Opposition parties claimed the SNP could "go backwards and still claim victory" at the next general election.

Daily Record

Scottish independence referendum will take place on October 19, 2023

The First Minister told MSPs she intended to hold a consultative referendum next year - but it would not make Scotland independent overnight if a majority voted to end the Union.

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