Scotland

Humza Yousaf resigns as Scotland’s first minister

Humza Yousaf’s resignation as Scotland’s first minister has certainly sparked a myriad of reactions and opinions from the public. It seems that the circumstances surrounding his departure are multifaceted, with his government’s decisions on climate targets and gender recognition reform playing a pivotal role in his downfall. The fallout from abandoning these key initiatives led to a rupture in the power-sharing agreement with the Scottish Greens, ultimately culminating in a vote of no confidence and his subsequent resignation.

As the first Muslim and ethnic minority to lead Scotland, Yousaf undoubtedly faced unique challenges and pressures in his role. It is essential for government representatives to reflect the diversity of the people they serve, and his tenure as first minister brought attention to issues of minority representation in leadership positions.… Continue reading

Donald Trump found to have fraudulently boosted value of Scots homes by up to £200m

I am utterly shocked and not surprised at all to hear that Donald Trump has been found to have fraudulently boosted the value of Scottish homes by up to £200m. This man seems to be incapable of engaging in any business dealings without committing some form of fraud or deception. It’s almost comical how consistent he is in his dishonest practices. From lying about the number of homes built in a project associated with a loss-making golf club in Aberdeen to inflating property valuations to dupe banks, Trump’s fraudulent behavior knows no bounds.

The fact that a US judge found that it had been falsely claimed that 2500 homes had already been built when only planning permission for 500 existed is a clear indication of the extent of Trump’s deceitful tactics.… Continue reading