SNP backlash at Stephen Flynn’s ‘double jobbing’ Aberdeen election plan
Here's how party politicians are reacting after the Press and Journal revealed their colleague's bid to stand for a place in Holyrood as well as Westminster.
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Stephen Flynn: ‘I want to stand in Aberdeen for Holyrood in 2026’
The SNP's Westminster group leader explains why he wants to shift to the Scottish Parliament despite returning to London as an MP just five months ago.
Exclusive: Aberdeen MP Stephen Flynn plans 2026 Holyrood election switch – and double-job role
The SNP Westminster group leader wants to stand for Aberdeen South and North Kincardine in the Scottish Parliament election.
‘Little meaningful progress’ to fix Aberdeen ambulance queue crisis, admits service chief
Michael Dickson said the Scottish Ambulance Service has worked "extensively" with NHS Grampian over concerns.
Cairngorm railway is ‘inherently flawed’, warns engineer who oversaw Skye Bridge project
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John Carson told The Press and Journal the mountain railway should never have relied on concrete.
SNP health chief and Dons fan Neil Gray used tax-payer funded chauffeur to attend Aberdeen games
Dons fan Neil Grey is facing demands to explain to parliament his use of tax-payer funded travel to Hampden Park and Pittodrie.
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