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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The FFS Show 23: PartyGate & Freedom of Information with Jenna Corderoy from openDemocracy
The FFS Show is back with a brand new format, guests, segments, music and more! This week we fact check
Watchdog ruling prompts calls for Covid-19 cash transparency
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Former Brexit minister under fire for meeting Spanish far right
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Westminster ordered to name MPs in hard Brexit lobby group
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