Scottish Tory leader Ross hits out at ‘danger’ posed by Yousaf
1 year, 5 months ago

Scottish Tory leader Ross hits out at ‘danger’ posed by Yousaf

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For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ /verifyErrors }} Humza Yousaf could lead Scotland into “disaster”, Douglas Ross warned as he set the Tories the task of winning back voters who had been “forgotten” by the SNP. He's certainly more reckless than Nicola Sturgeon Douglas Ross on Humza Yousaf Speaking at a fringe event at the Conservative Party conference in Manchester, he took aim at Mr Yousaf’s record and his partnership with the “extremist” Scottish Greens. “Humza Yousaf is a danger to Scotland,” Mr Ross said, warning “he could drive Scotland to disaster if we’re not careful”. But “pressure from the UK Government” and a large intake of Scottish Conservative MPs would “hold the SNP’s feet to the fire”, Mr Ross said.

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UK Government cuts put my ability to serve Scotland under threat – Swinney
7 months ago

UK Government cuts put my ability to serve Scotland under threat – Swinney

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SNP admits Scottish independence is ‘a hard sell’ after losing 38 seats
8 months, 3 weeks ago

SNP admits Scottish independence is ‘a hard sell’ after losing 38 seats

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SNP failed to convince Scots of urgency of independence, says Swinney
8 months, 3 weeks ago

SNP failed to convince Scots of urgency of independence, says Swinney

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Fury of Tory MP ditched at last minute to make way for Douglas Ross over claims he was ‘too sick’ to stand
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Fury of Tory MP ditched at last minute to make way for Douglas Ross over claims he was ‘too sick’ to stand

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The wider lessons of Scotland’s political turmoil
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The wider lessons of Scotland’s political turmoil

Hindustan Times  

HUMZA YOUSAF announced his resignation as Scotland’s first minister on April 29th after a mere 13 months in office. Four days earlier he had unilaterally terminated a coalition agreement with the Scottish Green Party, claiming that this would free the Scottish National Party to run an unencumbered minority government. Mr Yousaf’s departure is the latest in a string of setbacks …

Now help us defeat the Scottish Government, says Douglas Ross
11 months ago

Now help us defeat the Scottish Government, says Douglas Ross

Daily Mail  

Humza Yousaf cannot be forgiven for the damage he has done to families in Scotland, Douglas Ross has said. In a savage take-down of Mr Yousaf’s record, Mr Ross said the SNP leader’s policies hurt those he had vowed to serve by imposing sky-high taxes and failing to bring down NHS waiting lists. Mr Ross said the Tories had ‘forced …

Humza Yousaf resigns as Scottish First Minister following days of political drama
11 months ago

Humza Yousaf resigns as Scottish First Minister following days of political drama

The Hindu  

Scotland’s First Minister, Hamza Yousaf, said he will resign as First Minister and from the leadership of the Scottish National Party following days of political drama that unfolded after he ended the ‘Bute House’ power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Greens. On Monday, Mr Yousaf said that while it was “absolutely possible” to have faced this week’s motions, he did not …

Goodbye to Scotland's answer to Liz Truss: How Sturgeon's short-serving, scooter-crashing, gaffe-prone heir has quit as SNP leader after fewer than 400 dismal days in power - brought down by blind pus
11 months ago

Goodbye to Scotland's answer to Liz Truss: How Sturgeon's short-serving, scooter-crashing, gaffe-prone heir has quit as SNP leader after fewer than 400 dismal days in power - brought down by blind pus

Daily Mail  

Humza Yousaf bowed out as SNP leader today after fewer than 400 crisis and gaffe-filled days in charge of the country. Humza Yousaf bowed out as First Minister of Scotland today after fewer than 400 crisis and gaffe-filled days in charge of the country. Mr Yousaf's campaign, however, was not without challenge, with the early part taken up by questions …

Humza Yousaf 'set to resign' as Scotland's first minister after coming to the conclusion 'there is no way for him to survive this week's vote of no confidence'
11 months ago

Humza Yousaf 'set to resign' as Scotland's first minister after coming to the conclusion 'there is no way for him to survive this week's vote of no confidence'

Daily Mail  

Humza Yousaf is set to resign as Scotland's first minister after coming to the conclusion 'there is no way for him to survive this week's vote of no confidence', according to a report. Former SNP leader and long-time Nicola Sturgeon ally John Swinney has been approached by senior party figures to become an interim first minister if Mr Yousaf is …

Alex Salmond says Alba support for SNP is dependent on push for Scottish independence
11 months ago

Alex Salmond says Alba support for SNP is dependent on push for Scottish independence

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Regan sets out demands in exchange for backing Yousaf in no confidence vote
11 months ago

Regan sets out demands in exchange for backing Yousaf in no confidence vote

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Humza Yousaf vows to continue as Scotland First Minister, face no confidence vote
11 months ago

Humza Yousaf vows to continue as Scotland First Minister, face no confidence vote

The Hindu  

Scotland’s First MinisterHumza Yousaf, on April 26, said he would not resign following the end of a power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Greens that led to the Opposition backing a no confidence motion against him. Mr. Yousuf had ended a power sharing agreement with the Scottish Greens on April 25 as cracks appeared in an already fragile agreement, following the …

SNP sparks chaos in Scotland by killing off coalition with Greens to avoid being 'dumped' in row over environment and trans policies as Humza Yousaf is accused of 'political cowardice' by former ally
11 months ago

SNP sparks chaos in Scotland by killing off coalition with Greens to avoid being 'dumped' in row over environment and trans policies as Humza Yousaf is accused of 'political cowardice' by former ally

Daily Mail  

Humza Yousaf sparked political chaos in Scotland today as he ditched the SNP's coalition with the Greens to avoid the embarrassment of being ditched. The First Minister is facing a confidence vote in his leadership after he moved to end the Bute House Agreement amid a row with the junior party over environmental and trans policies. The Bute House Agreement, …

Ross declares general election will be ‘battle for the soul of Scotland’
1 year ago

Ross declares general election will be ‘battle for the soul of Scotland’

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Unionists can oust ‘dud’ Humza Yousaf with tactical vote for Scottish Tories
1 year, 1 month ago

Unionists can oust ‘dud’ Humza Yousaf with tactical vote for Scottish Tories

The Telegraph  

Although polls have predicted the Tories will endure large losses across the UK in the election, they are confident that they can make gains in Scotland, partly thanks to the SNP’s travails. Mr Yousaf has urged Scots to make Scotland “Tory-free” by backing the SNP in the six Conservative seats, but Mr Hoy predicted the First Minister’s unpopularity would have …

Five more years of Tory Government would be ‘unbearable nightmare’ – Sarwar
1 year, 1 month ago

Five more years of Tory Government would be ‘unbearable nightmare’ – Sarwar

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Humza Yousaf targets ‘Tory-free Scotland’ despite collapse in SNP support
1 year, 2 months ago

Humza Yousaf targets ‘Tory-free Scotland’ despite collapse in SNP support

The Telegraph  

Humza Yousaf has set a target of ousting all the Tory MPs in Scotland in the general election, despite polls showing a collapse in support for the SNP. The First Minister will tell activists on Friday that his party can deliver a “Tory-free Scotland” by winning all six Scottish seats held by the Conservatives. Mr Yousaf will launch the SNP’s …

Key points in Humza Yousaf’s speech to the SNP conference
1 year, 5 months ago

Key points in Humza Yousaf’s speech to the SNP conference

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SNP asking Scots to ‘put trust in themselves’, Flynn to say
1 year, 5 months ago

SNP asking Scots to ‘put trust in themselves’, Flynn to say

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Attack on Israel: Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf says his in-laws got stranded during a visit to Gaza and he fears for their safety
1 year, 5 months ago

Attack on Israel: Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf says his in-laws got stranded during a visit to Gaza and he fears for their safety

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Yousaf has ‘days to save’ his job after by-election defeat, claims Salmond
1 year, 5 months ago

Yousaf has ‘days to save’ his job after by-election defeat, claims Salmond

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Sunak’s ‘bold ambition’ in speech shows he ‘relishes’ next election, says Ross
1 year, 5 months ago

Sunak’s ‘bold ambition’ in speech shows he ‘relishes’ next election, says Ross

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Claims that SNP rebels are in talks with Scottish Tories are ‘false’ – Yousaf
1 year, 5 months ago

Claims that SNP rebels are in talks with Scottish Tories are ‘false’ – Yousaf

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Humza Yousaf only thinks of his own backyard: Douglas Ross
1 year, 5 months ago

Humza Yousaf only thinks of his own backyard: Douglas Ross

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SNP win in Rutherglen by-election would ‘force’ Westminster to listen – Yousaf
1 year, 6 months ago

SNP win in Rutherglen by-election would ‘force’ Westminster to listen – Yousaf

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Scotland Secretary Jack blasts ‘irresponsible’ ministers for independence paper
1 year, 8 months ago

Scotland Secretary Jack blasts ‘irresponsible’ ministers for independence paper

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SNP activist hints at attempt to challenge Yousaf leadership
1 year, 8 months ago

SNP activist hints at attempt to challenge Yousaf leadership

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Yousaf: Even with challenges facing SNP, support for independence is rock solid
1 year, 8 months ago

Yousaf: Even with challenges facing SNP, support for independence is rock solid

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‘The SNP is in crisis’: Scotland’s Humza Yousaf’s first 100 days
1 year, 8 months ago

‘The SNP is in crisis’: Scotland’s Humza Yousaf’s first 100 days

Al Jazeera  

Humza Yousaf took over the Scottish ruling party following the shock resignation of former leader Nicola Sturgeon. “Humza Yousaf has inherited a very different party compared with the party Nicola Sturgeon inherited from Alex Salmond.” The pro-Scottish independence SNP has been the dominant political force in Scotland since 2007 when the left-wing party secured victory at the devolved Scottish Parliament …

SNP urges Ross to ‘grow a backbone’ over Johnson sanctions
1 year, 9 months ago

SNP urges Ross to ‘grow a backbone’ over Johnson sanctions

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Scottish Tory leader condemns SNP ‘secrecy, spin and cover ups’
1 year, 10 months ago

Scottish Tory leader condemns SNP ‘secrecy, spin and cover ups’

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Ross admits press access to PM at conference ‘could have been handled better’
1 year, 11 months ago

Ross admits press access to PM at conference ‘could have been handled better’

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Scots Tory Douglas Ross says police dealt ‘very quickly’ with death threat
1 year, 11 months ago

Scots Tory Douglas Ross says police dealt ‘very quickly’ with death threat

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Ross says Tories have ‘positive vision’ for Scotland as Sturgeon era ends
1 year, 11 months ago

Ross says Tories have ‘positive vision’ for Scotland as Sturgeon era ends

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Scotland’s new First Minister vows to argue ‘tirelessly’ for independence
1 year, 11 months ago

Scotland’s new First Minister vows to argue ‘tirelessly’ for independence

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Scotland’s new First Minister Humza Yousaf has promised he will “argue tirelessly for independence” – despite facing calls from the UK Government to put the SNP’s “obsession” aside. Mr Yousaf said a call has been set up with Rishi Sunak “very soon”, adding: “We have a mandate for a referendum and I will be putting that case forcefully to the …

A new chapter: The Hindu Editorial on Scotland’s new First Minister Humza Yousaf
2 years ago

A new chapter: The Hindu Editorial on Scotland’s new First Minister Humza Yousaf

The Hindu  

Scotland has made history in electing as its First Minister Humza Yousaf, 37, who is, as the son of Pakistani immigrants, the first ever Muslim and person of Asian descent to take up the role, and also the youngest leader in that capacity. Mr. Yousaf won 52% of the votes in the SNP leadership contest for running a campaign that …

Humza Yousaf has already made his first mistake
2 years ago

Humza Yousaf has already made his first mistake

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MSPs set to back Humza Yousaf as Scotland’s next first minister
2 years ago

MSPs set to back Humza Yousaf as Scotland’s next first minister

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Scottish independence ‘dead’ after Humza Yousaf SNP win, says Labour
2 years ago

Scottish independence ‘dead’ after Humza Yousaf SNP win, says Labour

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Yousaf forced to call police over ‘abuse’ early in SNP leadership campaign
2 years ago

Yousaf forced to call police over ‘abuse’ early in SNP leadership campaign

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Douglas Ross: I would sack frontbencher if they sent Williamson texts
2 years, 4 months ago

Douglas Ross: I would sack frontbencher if they sent Williamson texts

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Scottish Conservatives offer ‘real alternative’ to SNP, Douglas Ross to say
2 years, 5 months ago

Scottish Conservatives offer ‘real alternative’ to SNP, Douglas Ross to say

The Independent  

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Scottish Government rebuked by Presiding Officer over Indyref2 launch
2 years, 9 months ago

Scottish Government rebuked by Presiding Officer over Indyref2 launch

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Wishart: Sleazy cesspit of Westminster is fuelling desire for independence
3 years, 3 months ago

Wishart: Sleazy cesspit of Westminster is fuelling desire for independence

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Scottish Tories condemn Nicola Sturgeon’s power over ministerial code, despite loophole clearing Priti Patel
4 years ago

Scottish Tories condemn Nicola Sturgeon’s power over ministerial code, despite loophole clearing Priti Patel

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Scottish Tory leader says he would boycott independence referendum without UK government approval
4 years, 2 months ago

Scottish Tory leader says he would boycott independence referendum without UK government approval

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Douglas Ross: Scots are not wrong about Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon is a better communcator
4 years, 4 months ago

Douglas Ross: Scots are not wrong about Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon is a better communcator

The Telegraph  

The Scottish Tory leader has launched an extraordinary attack on Boris Johnson by stating that Scots are not "absolutely wrong" in their low opinion of him and Nicola Sturgeon is a better communicator. Douglas Ross said "most objective people" would say the First Minister, who holds a briefing every weekday, has communicated better with the public during the pandemic than …

David Mundell: Scotland Secretary says country more at risk from terrorism if it becomes independent
9 years, 4 months ago

David Mundell: Scotland Secretary says country more at risk from terrorism if it becomes independent

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