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“The UK stands still”, declares First Minister in speech at Glasgow University

11th January 2024

The speech is billed by First Minister, Humza Yousaf, as the first in a series which will “expand the economic case for independence”. In a speech at the University on Monday 8 January, First Minister Humza Yousaf outlined his party’s vision of the industries of a future independent Scotland. The speech is the first in ...


Electoral test for the SNP and Labour in Rutherglen and Hamilton West

19th September 2023

How will new SNP leader Humza Yousaf fare as the people of Rutherglen and Hamilton West take to the polls? The constituents of Rutherglen and Hamilton West will go to the polls on Thursday 5 October to participate in a closely contested by-election, triggered by the removal of their former MP Margaret Ferrier. Almost 15% ...


Double-booked: Gordon Brown and Humza Yousaf to speak at UofG on same day

15th September 2023

The First Minister and former Prime Minister are both planning separate visits to the University later this month. Gordon Brown is planning to attend the University of Glasgow on the same day that First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, also intends to visit campus. Both entirely separate events are scheduled to take place on 29 ...


The Bute House Agreement: A coalition of chaos?

7th September 2023

Humza Yousaf should not cave to disgruntled SNP members and sever ties with the Scottish Greens. The Bute House agreement – a power sharing agreement between the Scottish National Party (SNP) and the Scottish Green Party – was signed by the SNP government in August 2021, to ensure that a pro-independence majority remained in Holyrood. ...


Humza Yousaf pledges action for students

7th March 2023

The Glasgow Guardian spoke to candidate for First Minister, Humza Yousaf,  ahead of an event at the GUU. Candidate for the SNP leadership and first minister, Humza Yousaf has today affirmed his commitment to supporting students speaking to The Glasgow Guardian. “Affordable housing and access to affordable housing is incredibly important. So, first and foremost, ...