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Elon Musk is a ‘malign influence’, John Swinney says

The Scottish First Minister added he was ‘giving thought’ to the ongoing use of the social media platform X, which is owned by the billionaire.

Minister says ‘one in, one out’ deportations will happen despite setback

It was reported that a group of migrants were removed from an Air France flight due to travel from Heathrow to Paris after a legal challenge.

Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, human rights experts say

The commission urged other countries to halt weapons transfers to Israel and block individuals from actions that could contribute to genocide.

Lord Mandelson ‘distraction’ could have impact on whisky deal in US – Swinney

Scotland’s First Minister claimed Labour ministers in London are ‘distracted’ amid the fallout from the peer’s departure.

New Corbyn party to hold founding conference in November

The party said it would open membership applications by the end of September.

Boycotting Trump banquet ‘doesn’t change anything’ – Little-Pengelly

First Minister Michelle O’Neill has insisted she is comfortable with her decision not to attend the event at Windsor Castle.

Wage growth falls to lowest since 2022 as jobs market continues to falter

The Office for National Statistics said regular wage growth, excluding bonuses, dropped to 4.8% in the three months to July.

Chris Kaba’s family ‘fight to get justice’ three years after police shooting

They are expecting progress on both his inquest and misconduct proceedings against the police officer who shot him in the coming weeks.

Third of adults ‘have thrown away new clothes in the last year’

The finding comes as the National Lottery funds a network of repair cafes.

Google to invest £5bn in UK over next two years

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said it is a ‘vote of confidence’ in the UK economy.

Campaigners hail Hillsborough Law but warn it must not be watered down

The Government said the new legislation will ‘end the culture of cover-ups’.

Trump’s love of royals the key to state visit charm offensive

The US president boasted of his bond, telling of ‘automatic chemistry’ with the late Queen, and calling Charles a ‘really wonderful guy’.