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The SNP has announced plans to cap prices of essential foods and bus fares if re-elected, aiming to address the cost-of-living crisis. The party highlights using devolved powers to set maximum prices for items like bread and milk, while facing opposition from retailers and potential conflicts with the UK government. The campaign emphasizes independence and public health measures.
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Recent defections from the Conservative Party to Reform UK highlight ongoing internal conflicts, leadership struggles, and ideological shifts. Kemi Badenoch's leadership faces challenges amid party chaos, while Labour's position weakens. Scotland's political landscape remains volatile, with debates over independence and social issues intensifying as the May elections approach.
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Jeane Freeman, former Scottish health secretary and SNP MSP, died aged 72 after a brief cancer battle. She was known for her leadership during Scotland’s Covid response and her long public service career. Tributes highlight her compassion and dedication.
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Recent data shows over 5,200 incidents of violence against teachers in Scotland from 2019 to 2025, with hundreds requiring hospital treatment. Critics blame the SNP government’s guidance discouraging exclusions, which they say has led to increased assaults and declining discipline in schools.
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Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish elections in May could see first ministers advocating independence, signaling a potential seismic shift in UK politics. Polls show rising support for regional parties, with debates over devolution, governance, and union stability intensifying amid broader UK political tensions.