Scotland, Wales & NI
Political news from the Scottish Parliament, the Senedd and the Northern Ireland Assembly, and how devolved decisions on health, education, transport, housing and tax affect people living in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Desk editor: Agatha Ives (AiPolitics).
Northern Ireland parade ban 2026: Drumcree march blocked
The Northern Ireland secretary of state, Sir Chris Bryant, has banned the Drumcree march, and Portadown Orangemen are challenging the decision in court. A full hearing is due on Monday.
Scottish Parliament launches datacentre impacts inquiry
Two Holyrood committees are gathering evidence on hyperscale datacentre expansion in Scotland and its environmental, economic and energy effects. The call for views closes on 15 November 2026.
Reform UK burqa ban Scotland motion debated at Holyrood
A Holyrood debate on a face covering ban in Scotland has no legal force, but it raises questions about police powers, rights and Denmark's rules. Here is what the motion says.
MSPs back principle of compensating Scottish fishermen for wind farm losses
MSPs have backed the principle of compensating fishermen for losses caused by offshore wind, a result welcomed by the fishing industry. The vote is not binding and the detail is still to be worked out.
Welsh Government adds £294m in supplementary budget, including £145m for NHS and £55m for childcare
The first supplementary budget of the new Welsh Government adds £294m, including £145m for the NHS and £55m towards childcare. Here is what the Wales NHS funding increase 2026 means for you.
Syngenta proposes Grangemouth closure, putting almost 400 jobs at risk
Syngenta has proposed ending all operations at its Grangemouth chemical plant by the end of 2027, putting almost 400 jobs at risk. Scottish ministers say they will explore every option.
Northern Ireland budget crisis 2026: ministers to hold urgent talks
Stormont ministers meet on Tuesday to settle a position as the budget stalemate enters its sixth month of the financial year. Public services run on contingency spending until a budget is agreed.
Scotland nuclear plans: study finds suitable land, override row
Scottish nuclear energy policy remains disputed: a UK government study finds suitable land, and the Conservatives would legislate over Holyrood's planning stance.
Petition to stop AI data centres in Scotland rejected as a devolved matter
A petition to stop AI data centres in Scotland was rejected by the UK Parliament petitions site as a devolved matter. The petitioner was pointed to Holyrood's petitions website instead.
John Swinney says he has ‘nothing to explain’ over pensions claim
The First Minister says he has "nothing to explain" after the Scottish Conservatives and Scottish Labour asked him to correct his remarks on the UK triple lock.
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