Claim John Swinney stayed at Peter Mandelson's residence is Mostly True
The first minister has been criticised online for staying with Mandelson on a trip to the US last year. We looked at the truth behind the claims.
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For Fact’s Sake podcast: Will AI disinformation sway the general election?
For Fact’s Sake is back for a brand new series, kicking off with a special three-part look at the
Claim 41 per cent of Scots adults are not earning enough to be taxed is Mostly True
The Scottish Government announced changes to income tax rates in December last year. Key to the new tax structure was
Scotland’s marine protection measures explained
Scotland’s marine environment and how best to protect it has been under the spotlight in recent years. Attempts to
Claim UK has halved emissions and grown economy is Mostly True
The UK Government has been promoting its work in cutting harmful greenhouse gas emissions in recent days, with ministers highlighting
What is ScotWind and why was it controversial?
The Scottish Government has faced criticism over its windfarm development auction, accused of undervaluing Scotland’s offshore wind potential. News
Claim Nicola Sturgeon said Liz Truss was useless as a ‘marzipan dildo’ in leaked message is FFS
Covid-19 inquiry has been delving into the private WhatsApp messages of decision-makers in the Scottish Government during the pandemic, with
Claim Scottish Government paid Hamas £750m to get Yousaf’s family out of Gaza is FFS
Humza Yousaf’s personal connection to the conflict in Gaza has been the subject of much media attention. The first
Claim SNP roads spending is down 95 per cent is Mostly False
The Scottish Government’s record on roads has been criticised by the Conservatives on social media. In a post on
FFS explains: Political polling as 2024 begins
It is the start of a significant year in Scottish politics, with voters likely to go to the polls in
For Fact’s Sake podcast: Are journalists being targeted in Gaza?
It’s the final For Fact’s Sake podcast of the year, and we’re focusing on the conflict in
What’s going on with Scottish education statistics?
Two sets of statistics looking at Scotland’s education system have been released in recent weeks. The most up-to-date Programme
Did Eat Out to Help Out increase Covid-19 cases?
Boris Johnson has given evidence to the UK Covid-19 inquiry in recent days, as the decisions he and the UK