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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Claim Labour’s 2019 manifesto called for ‘abortion on demand to birth’ is False
Former Conservative MP Andrew Bridgen, who now sits as an independent, has criticised the party for its stance on abortion.
Claim Thatcher said SNP Westminster majority would be mandate for independence is Unsupported
The SNP conference took place this week, with the party’s strategy on independence a central part of the agenda.
Fact check: Claims about Boris Johnson’s ‘partygate’ legal fees
The UK parliament backed a report that found Boris Johnson deliberately misled MPs over parties which took place at Downing
Claim Sudan refugees can apply for asylum through UNHCR is False
The ongoing crisis in Sudan has led to significant numbers of refugees fleeing the country as its civil war deepens.
Nicola Sturgeon resigns: What happens next?
Nicola Sturgeon has resigned after eight years as first minister of Scotland. She has been in charge since November 2014,
Brexit Party MEP’s claims about costs of Holyrood and First Minister are Mostly False
The Brexit Party’s Scottish MEP provoked social media controversy after questioning the cost of the Scottish Parliament. Louis Stedman-Bryce
Is no Brexit deal with the EU better than a bad deal?
The UK has a hung parliament and Theresa May’s gamble on securing her power before Brexit negotiations looks to