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.

Alastair Brian Feb 11, 2026

Investigations

CCA to be investigated over financial governance concerns

The Scottish charity regulator has announced it will investigate Glasgow's Centre for Contemporary Arts, which folded last month, due to concerns raised about its "historic financial management".

Karin Goodwin Feb 10, 2026

Investigations

Books are being challenged in Scottish schools. Librarians fear a 'chilling effect' on freedom of speech

Dozens of complaints about reading material in school libraries have been received, with campaigners warning that "book bans" could increase.

Alastair Brian, Karin Goodwin Feb 8, 2026

Deidre Brock

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Human rights

Alarm over nuclear safety lapses on the Clyde

The number of safety incidents that could have leaked radiation at the Trident nuclear base on the Clyde has risen

Rob Edwards Apr 28, 2024

Human rights

MoD keeps Trident’s official safety assessments secret

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has come under fierce fire after refusing to reveal the official safety ratings given by

Rob Edwards Jul 16, 2018