Scottish Parliament to elect next first minister

The SNP's new leader Humza Yousaf is almost certain to become Scotland's sixth first minister.

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Chris Mason: Old tensions to remain for SNP's new leader

The election of Humza Yousaf gives the SNP a softer political landing than a Kate Forbes victory.

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NFT: Plans for Royal Mint produced token dropped by government

Plans for a government-backed digital token, ordered to be created by Rishi Sunak, have been axed.

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Levelling up: More than 90% of funding not yet spent

Figures obtained by the Labour Party show £392m has been spent from the £4.8bn fund as of last month.

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Stafford MP readopted as Tory candidate at second attempt

Theo Clarke won a vote among members after her constituency association committee rejected her.

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Laughing gas: Experts warn nitrous oxide ban will not stop use

The government defends new plans to tackle anti-social behaviour by clamping down on nitrous oxide.

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Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng discussed fees with fake firm

Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng met with a sham company in a stunt set up by campaign group Led by Donkeys.

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