Douglas Ross: Scots are not wrong about Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon is a better communcator
4 years, 1 month 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 Mr Johnson, The Prime Minister has recorded dismal approval ratings in a series of opinion polls, while Ms Sturgeon's figures and support for independence have surged in recent months. Pressed whether Mr Johnson harms case for the Union, Mr Ross said: "You can't say that the people of Scotland are absolutely wrong in their ratings for their various leaders" His incendiary intervention came only hours after he gave a keynote speech stating Scots have turned to independence after becoming "alienated" by the UK Government's "winner takes all" approach to Brexit. The Scottish Tory leader accused the Government of considering only the views of Brexit supporters and ignoring Remain voters north of the Border who still feel "aggrieved" at the 2016 referendum result.

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Sunak’s ‘bold ambition’ in speech shows he ‘relishes’ next election, says Ross
1 year, 2 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Scottish Tory leader Ross hits out at ‘danger’ posed by Yousaf
1 year, 2 months ago

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

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Ross says Tories have ‘positive vision’ for Scotland as Sturgeon era ends
1 year, 7 months ago

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

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Scottish Tories can provide the “positive vision Scotland needs”, Douglas …

A new chapter: The Hindu Editorial on Scotland’s new First Minister Humza Yousaf
1 year, 8 months 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 …

MSPs set to back Humza Yousaf as Scotland’s next first minister
1 year, 8 months ago

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

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Rachel Ormston, research director at Ipsos in Scotland, said the findings underlined “Humza Yousaf’s …

Scotland set for new leader after Nicola Sturgeon's resignation as independence quest stalls
1 year, 8 months ago

Scotland set for new leader after Nicola Sturgeon's resignation as independence quest stalls

Firstpost  

Edinburgh, United Kingdom: A new Scottish first minister will be named on Monday, with the leader facing the daunting task of reviving a faltering independence movement after Nicola Sturgeon’s surprise resignation. ‘Disappointed’ Polling indicates that around 45 per cent of Scots are currently in favour of Scotland leaving the United Kingdom after 55 per cent of Scots rejected such a …

Scotland set for new leader as independence quest stalls
1 year, 8 months ago

Scotland set for new leader as independence quest stalls

The Hindu  

A new Scottish First Minister will be named on March 27, with the leader facing the daunting task of reviving a faltering independence movement after Nicola Sturgeon's surprise resignation. At her last session in the Scottish Parliament as First Minister on March 23, Ms. Sturgeon said her successor would be either the second woman in the post or the first …

Nicola Sturgeon is 'in a muddle' over Scottish independence, former SNP minister says
1 year, 11 months ago

Nicola Sturgeon is 'in a muddle' over Scottish independence, former SNP minister says

Daily Mail  

Nicola Sturgeon has been accused of being ‘in a muddle’ over Scottish independence after backtracking on a pledge to turn the next general election into a de facto referendum. Last year, the First Minister vowed to treat the next UK election as an independence vote if the Supreme Court ruled – which it did – that she couldn’t call a …

Indyref2: What now for Nicola Sturgeon’s push for an independent Scotland?
2 years, 1 month ago

Indyref2: What now for Nicola Sturgeon’s push for an independent Scotland?

The Independent  

Not unlike the constant back and forth over Brexit, the issue of Scottish independence has never really gone away since the referendum of 2014. Indeed, first minister Nicola Sturgeon called for “indyref2” in the wake of the UK vote on withdrawal from the EU – with Scotland having backed remain by 62 per cent to 38 per cent. “Any partnership …

Experts counter Nicola Sturgeon's claim that an independent Scotland could avoid adopting the Euro
2 years, 1 month ago

Experts counter Nicola Sturgeon's claim that an independent Scotland could avoid adopting the Euro

Daily Mail  

But an unnamed EU source said 'no Euro, no entry' for an independent Scotland When quizzed by Douglas Ross, Ms Sturgeon said Scotland could keep Sterling A Times report stated Scotland would need to adopt the Euro if it rejoined EU Nicola Sturgeon has been taken to task by experts over her claims that an independent Scotland could avoid joining …

Scottish leader: Independence vote key, whatever court says
2 years, 2 months ago

Scottish leader: Independence vote key, whatever court says

The Hindu  

The leader of the Scottish government said Sunday that she will push on with her campaign to take Scotland out of the United Kingdom, even if she loses a Supreme Court case seeking authorization to call a new independence referendum. Britain’s top court is due to hear arguments starting Tuesday on whether Scotland’s semi-autonomous administration can organize an independence vote …

Scottish leader: Independence vote key, whatever court says
2 years, 2 months ago

Scottish leader: Independence vote key, whatever court says

Associated Press  

LONDON — The leader of the Scottish government said Sunday that she will push on with her campaign to take Scotland out of the United Kingdom, even if she loses a Supreme Court case seeking authorization to call a new independence referendum. Britain’s top court is due to hear arguments starting Tuesday on whether Scotland’s semi-autonomous administration can organize an …

Jeremy Corbyn: Second Scottish independence referendum ‘the right thing to do’
2 years, 4 months ago

Jeremy Corbyn: Second Scottish independence referendum ‘the right thing to do’

The Telegraph  

Jeremy Corbyn has backed Nicola Sturgeon’s push for a second Scottish independence referendum, claiming a new vote is “absolutely the right thing to do”. Speaking at an Edinburgh Fringe event on Tuesday, the former Labour leader, now an independent MP, said it was “not right” for Westminster to tell Scotland that it “cannot have a choice”. Downing Street has announced …

Boris Johnson faces Scottish independence referendum calls at final PMQs
2 years, 5 months ago

Boris Johnson faces Scottish independence referendum calls at final PMQs

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Nicola Sturgeon's independence plan descends into chaos over majority vote claim
2 years, 5 months ago

Nicola Sturgeon's independence plan descends into chaos over majority vote claim

The Telegraph  

Nicola Sturgeon could demand independence if the SNP wins less than half the popular vote in Scotland in the next General Election, her deputy has suggested as her new separation route map started to unravel. John Swinney said Ms Sturgeon would have a mandate to start independence talks with the Prime Minister if the SNP won a majority of Scotland's …

Scottish leader calls for new independence vote next year
2 years, 5 months ago

Scottish leader calls for new independence vote next year

Associated Press  

LONDON — Scotland’s leader told lawmakers in Edinburgh Tuesday that she plans to hold a fresh referendum on Scotland’s independence on Oct. 19, 2023 — even though U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson maintains it wasn’t the right time for such a vote. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the question to be asked will be the same as that in Scotland’s …

By-election losses ‘monumental and humiliating’ for Boris Johnson – Sturgeon
2 years, 6 months ago

By-election losses ‘monumental and humiliating’ for Boris Johnson – Sturgeon

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. If this is not a wake-up call to the Conservative Party, then it will …

Scottish Government rebuked by Presiding Officer over Indyref2 launch
2 years, 6 months ago

Scottish Government rebuked by Presiding Officer over Indyref2 launch

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Long established good practice guidance on announcements by the Scottish Government states that announcements …

Andrew Bridgen withdraws no confidence letter as Boris Johnson’s ‘partygate’ troubles ease
2 years, 9 months ago

Andrew Bridgen withdraws no confidence letter as Boris Johnson’s ‘partygate’ troubles ease

The Telegraph  

Another Conservative MP has publicly withdrawn his letter of no confidence in Boris Johnson, citing the Ukraine crisis - in a sign that the Prime Minister’s “partygate” troubles have abated. At a Telegraph event chaired by Christopher Hope on Wednesday, Andrew Bridgen, the MP for North West Leicestershire, said that it would be an “indulgence” to hold a vote of …

Boris Johnson good for the union due to opposition to indyref2, says Jack
2 years, 10 months ago

Boris Johnson good for the union due to opposition to indyref2, says Jack

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Boris Johnson remains “very good for the union” due to …

Rory Stewart warns it is ‘very disturbing’ that ‘liar’ Boris Johnson was ever elected
2 years, 11 months ago

Rory Stewart warns it is ‘very disturbing’ that ‘liar’ Boris Johnson was ever elected

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Poll shows Scots independence support creeping up amid Partygate
2 years, 11 months ago

Poll shows Scots independence support creeping up amid Partygate

Daily Mail  

Fears were raised today that the Partygate row is fuelling Nicola Sturgeon's push to split up the UK. And support for independence has crept up to 50 per cent, although the nation is still divided down the middle on whether to go it alone. Asked how they would vote if a referendum on Scottish independence was held tomorrow, 50 per …

UK PM Boris Johnson faces fire for attending lockdown party; outrage mounts
2 years, 11 months ago

UK PM Boris Johnson faces fire for attending lockdown party; outrage mounts

Live Mint  

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson was fighting for his political future Friday as outrage mounted after his belated apology for attending a party during lockdown and as a fresh report emerged of other raucous gatherings at his office. The scandal looked set to deepen Friday as the conservative-leaning Daily Telegraph published an exclusive claiming Johnson's staff held an alcohol-fuelled party …

Tories at war: Jacob Rees-Mogg ‘boosts case for Scottish independence with Douglas Ross slur’
2 years, 11 months ago

Tories at war: Jacob Rees-Mogg ‘boosts case for Scottish independence with Douglas Ross slur’

The Telegraph  

Jacob Rees-Mogg has been accused of helping Nicola Sturgeon make the case for Scottish independence after calling Douglas Ross a "lightweight figure" following his demand for Boris Johnson's resignation. Mr Rees-Mogg made the comments about the Scottish Tory leader as he toured TV and radio studios trying to bolster Mr Johnson's precarious position. Ms Sturgeon seized on Mr Rees-Mogg's comments …

Nicola Sturgeon calls ex-Britain First deputy leader ‘racist’ in tense confrontation
3 years, 7 months ago

Nicola Sturgeon calls ex-Britain First deputy leader ‘racist’ in tense confrontation

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Nicola Sturgeon called the former Britain First deputy leader a “racist” …

ANOTHER poll shows 53% of Scots don't want to leave the UK
3 years, 7 months ago

ANOTHER poll shows 53% of Scots don't want to leave the UK

Daily Mail  

There is more evidence that Nicola Sturgeon's independence drive is losing ground today with just days until crucial elections. A Survation poll found that 53 per cent would vote 'no' in an independence referendum - down two points on a week earlier. A Survation poll found that 53 per cent would vote 'no' in an independence referendum - down two …

Nicola Sturgeon admits an independent Scotland in the EU WOULD mean a hard border with England
3 years, 7 months ago

Nicola Sturgeon admits an independent Scotland in the EU WOULD mean a hard border with England

Daily Mail  

Nicola Sturgeon was under fire today after admitting today that an independent Scotland would have to have a hard border with England if it rejoins the EU. The SNP leader said Scotland would try to negotiate arrangements to 'keep trade flowing easily across the border' if it becomes independent and is successful at taking the country back into the EU. …

Scottish Tories condemn Nicola Sturgeon’s power over ministerial code, despite loophole clearing Priti Patel
3 years, 9 months ago

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

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The scandal has shown that the Scottish government is accountable only to itself,” Douglas Ross …

Support For Scottish Independence Is Growing, Partly Due To U.K.'s COVID-19 Response
4 years ago

Support For Scottish Independence Is Growing, Partly Due To U.K.'s COVID-19 Response

NPR  

Support For Scottish Independence Is Growing, Partly Due To U.K.'s COVID-19 Response Enlarge this image toggle caption Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images At the Scottish National Party's recent annual conference, Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's first minister, said she had "never been so certain" that Scotland would become an independent nation. Sponsor Message Johnson's performance is one reason why …

Boris Johnson invites the ire of Scottish Tories after devolution 'disaster' comments
4 years, 1 month ago

Boris Johnson invites the ire of Scottish Tories after devolution 'disaster' comments

The Telegraph  

Prime Minister Boris Johnson risked sparking a major row with the Conservatives’ Scottish leader on Monday evening after he reportedly claimed that devolution had been a “disaster north of the border.” In comments immediately seized upon by First Minister of Scotland and leader of the Scottish National Party, Nicola Sturgeon, the Prime Minister is said to have told a group …

Scottish voters' 'loathing' of Boris Johnson main reason for independence support surge, poll says
4 years, 1 month ago

Scottish voters' 'loathing' of Boris Johnson main reason for independence support surge, poll says

The Telegraph  

Scottish voters' "loathing" for Boris Johnson is the main factor behind the recent surge in support for independence, according to an extensive new analysis. A poll by JL Partners conducted last month found 56 per cent support for separation and 44 per cent opposition, a result in line with a series of similar surveys. But it found that the most …

Why the Conservatives will never be Scotland’s party of choice
4 years, 5 months ago

Why the Conservatives will never be Scotland’s party of choice

The Independent  

Given that one of the main drivers of the new momentum towards Scottish independence is Boris Johnson, it is not immediately obvious why having Boris Johnson visit Scotland is going to make the union stronger. In stark contrast to England and Wales, Mr Johnson and his party fared poorly in last year’s general election, losing seven of its 13 seats …

Coronavirus sparks a nationalist surge in Scotland
4 years, 5 months ago

Coronavirus sparks a nationalist surge in Scotland

Al Jazeera  

The UK government’s inept response to the COVID-19 pandemic has put Scottish independence back on the agenda. Instead of rushing, like Johnson, to reopen the economy, the Scottish first minister – who controls Scotland’s health and policing policies from Edinburgh – has kept certain Scottish lockdown restrictions in place even as they have been lifted in England, thus slowing the …

ANDREW PIERCE: Is Alex Salmond angling to sink rival Nicola Sturgeon?
4 years, 5 months ago

ANDREW PIERCE: Is Alex Salmond angling to sink rival Nicola Sturgeon?

Daily Mail  

First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon vowed yesterday to make the case again for independence after the pandemic crisis eases, speaking on BBC1’s The Andrew Marr Show. He will be buoyed by a Panelbase survey for the website Wings Over Scotland which found 12 per cent of voters would definitely vote for him, a further 14 per cent would be …

Surge in support for independence must be 'wake up call' for unionists, campaigners warn
4 years, 5 months ago

Surge in support for independence must be 'wake up call' for unionists, campaigners warn

The Telegraph  

According to the Panelbase poll, the First Minister has an approval rating of plus 60 for her handling of the coronavirus crisis, despite numbers of deaths in Scotland being broadly comparable with the UK and a greater proportion of fatalities coming in care homes. “People should be concerned, this is a big wake-up call for the unionist side,” one prominent …

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