Gavin Williamson
@soosider3.bsky.social
Glaswegian, life long Indy supporter, long suffering Scotland fan. 40+ years working finally discovered my true vocation - retirement.
Politics, family, Pugs x 2, DIYer & woodturner.
We can do better than this
Far is tainne an abhain ‘s ann is mò a fuaim
Politics, family, Pugs x 2, DIYer & woodturner.
We can do better than this
Far is tainne an abhain ‘s ann is mò a fuaim
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Gavin Williamson
@soosider3.bsky.social
· Sep 13
My latest blog piece. Independence will only be achieved when it is the settled will of the people of Scotland, but we are closer to that than many think.
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The settled will
This week First Minister John Swinney unveiled details of his plan for independence, which rests upon the SNP securing a majority in Holyrood after next year’s Scottish elections. An opinion …
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A terrific summary of where we are
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As Tees Valley mayor Lord Houchen's defence of his deal with local businessmen crumbles, here's the Eye's recent special report on how Britain's flagship regeneration scheme secretly turned into one of the biggest giveaways of public money on record.
➡️ www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
➡️ www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
Special Report: Stripped Tees
IT WAS to be the UK’s largest regeneration scheme in decades, a model for regional devolution and the flagship post-Brexit freeport. But the redevelopment of the former steelworks on the south bank of...
www.private-eye.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 2:41 PM
As Tees Valley mayor Lord Houchen's defence of his deal with local businessmen crumbles, here's the Eye's recent special report on how Britain's flagship regeneration scheme secretly turned into one of the biggest giveaways of public money on record.
➡️ www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
➡️ www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
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I want to see pictures of the World Cup in the USA and see empty stadiums.
I want to hear how it was the first World Cup to lose money and they won't be going to a War Criminal's country again.
Lets make it happen.
I want to hear how it was the first World Cup to lose money and they won't be going to a War Criminal's country again.
Lets make it happen.
January 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM
I want to see pictures of the World Cup in the USA and see empty stadiums.
I want to hear how it was the first World Cup to lose money and they won't be going to a War Criminal's country again.
Lets make it happen.
I want to hear how it was the first World Cup to lose money and they won't be going to a War Criminal's country again.
Lets make it happen.
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Earlier this week I wrote to the Conservative and Lib Dem Co-Leaders of Aberdeenshire Council to request that they change the decision to defund grit bins.I received a response from Cllrs Adams and Stirling confirming that they will not re-visit. This is unacceptable. SNP will be pushing for change
January 10, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Earlier this week I wrote to the Conservative and Lib Dem Co-Leaders of Aberdeenshire Council to request that they change the decision to defund grit bins.I received a response from Cllrs Adams and Stirling confirming that they will not re-visit. This is unacceptable. SNP will be pushing for change
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“Uruguay did what most nations still call impossible: it built a power grid that runs almost entirely on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. The physicist who led that transformation says the same playbook could work anywhere—if governments have the courage to change the rules.”
Uruguay’s Renewable Charge: A Small Nation, A Big Lesson For The World
Uruguay built a power grid that runs 99% on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. Here’s how its bold energy overhaul became a global model.
www.forbes.com
January 10, 2026 at 8:29 AM
“Uruguay did what most nations still call impossible: it built a power grid that runs almost entirely on renewables—at half the cost of fossil fuels. The physicist who led that transformation says the same playbook could work anywhere—if governments have the courage to change the rules.”
Some very dodgy numbers in that MRP poll. Of these 9 the winning margin in 8 of them is less than 2% and in everyone the SNP are 2nd. Same polling company massively over called RUK at last GE
January 9, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Some very dodgy numbers in that MRP poll. Of these 9 the winning margin in 8 of them is less than 2% and in everyone the SNP are 2nd. Same polling company massively over called RUK at last GE
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Strike averted in less than a week after initial talks between SNP/ScotGov & unions. This, in stark contrast to doctors in England where the latest 5 day strike action back in December was the 14th walk out since 2023.
Wonder how BBCScotlandshire will spin this?
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
Wonder how BBCScotlandshire will spin this?
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
Resident doctors strike in Scotland called off
STRIKE action by resident doctors in Scotland has been averted as unions have agreed to consider a new pay deal.
www.thenational.scot
January 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Strike averted in less than a week after initial talks between SNP/ScotGov & unions. This, in stark contrast to doctors in England where the latest 5 day strike action back in December was the 14th walk out since 2023.
Wonder how BBCScotlandshire will spin this?
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
Wonder how BBCScotlandshire will spin this?
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
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BMA leaders praise Scottish Government on ‘our shared ambition of making Scotland the best place in the UK for doctors to train and work.’
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BMA leaders praise Scottish Government on ‘our shared ambition of making Scotland the best place in the UK for doctors to train and work.’
From the BMA in Scotland today, absent the views of Dr Iain Findlay whom I’m guessing the Scottish resident doctors have never heard of: Strikes by resident doctors in Scotland due to begin o…
talkingupscotlandtwo.com
January 9, 2026 at 8:02 PM
BMA leaders praise Scottish Government on ‘our shared ambition of making Scotland the best place in the UK for doctors to train and work.’
talkingupscotlandtwo.com/2026/01/09/b...
talkingupscotlandtwo.com/2026/01/09/b...
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Kind of extraordinary that the new Local Growth Fund is to be distributed by the Welsh Government in Wales, but directly by the UK Government in Scotland, and that the rationale for the difference seems to be no more than "we don't trust the Scottish Government".
January 9, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Kind of extraordinary that the new Local Growth Fund is to be distributed by the Welsh Government in Wales, but directly by the UK Government in Scotland, and that the rationale for the difference seems to be no more than "we don't trust the Scottish Government".
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The fact is if this, in an election year, was happening anywhere else our press and media would be screaming the house down.
But they are not. Because they.are hoors.
But they are not. Because they.are hoors.
January 9, 2026 at 1:25 PM
The fact is if this, in an election year, was happening anywhere else our press and media would be screaming the house down.
But they are not. Because they.are hoors.
But they are not. Because they.are hoors.
Or at a pinch Alex Neil
January 9, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Or at a pinch Alex Neil
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The UK Labour Government has consigned us to misery, with a flat-lining economy, increased household energy bills & high food prices.
Scotland can end the misery of Westminster with the fresh start of independence. 🏴
Scotland can end the misery of Westminster with the fresh start of independence. 🏴
January 9, 2026 at 3:07 PM
The UK Labour Government has consigned us to misery, with a flat-lining economy, increased household energy bills & high food prices.
Scotland can end the misery of Westminster with the fresh start of independence. 🏴
Scotland can end the misery of Westminster with the fresh start of independence. 🏴
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Thoughts and prayers for BBC Scotland news editors grieving the loss of an orgy of SNP bad stories prior to May's election as doctors in Scotland call off a planned strike. Scotland is the only part of the UK where NHS medical staff have not gone on strike.
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
Resident doctors strike in Scotland called off
STRIKE action by resident doctors in Scotland has been averted as unions have agreed to consider a new pay deal.
www.thenational.scot
January 9, 2026 at 1:08 PM
Thoughts and prayers for BBC Scotland news editors grieving the loss of an orgy of SNP bad stories prior to May's election as doctors in Scotland call off a planned strike. Scotland is the only part of the UK where NHS medical staff have not gone on strike.
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
www.thenational.scot/news/2575287...
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We need to fight these bastards with everything we've got. Fuck your fascist country
January 9, 2026 at 3:58 PM
We need to fight these bastards with everything we've got. Fuck your fascist country
Nope, he campaigned vigorously for him and can not just cast off his many false statements or the performance of his party
January 7, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Nope, he campaigned vigorously for him and can not just cast off his many false statements or the performance of his party
Public safety is entirely the responsibility of the Police they should be free of political interference in making these decisions. How they have been treated is scandalous
January 7, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Public safety is entirely the responsibility of the Police they should be free of political interference in making these decisions. How they have been treated is scandalous
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EXC: Reform UK's first elected councillor in Scotland branded 'heartless' and 'ruthless' over eviction of family from property.
Reform UK councillor branded 'heartless' and 'ruthless' over eviction of family from property - Daily Record
EXCLUSIVE: Reform's first elected councillor in Scotland has been criticised over the eviction.
www.dailyrecord.co.uk
January 7, 2026 at 12:21 PM
EXC: Reform UK's first elected councillor in Scotland branded 'heartless' and 'ruthless' over eviction of family from property.
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👏 The SNP
Today's statistics show we're making real progress in reducing waiting times for patients across Scotland.
Long waits are down for the sixth month in a row, and inpatient and outpatient procedures are up.
More to do, but it's encouraging to see sustained improvement in our NHS.
Long waits are down for the sixth month in a row, and inpatient and outpatient procedures are up.
More to do, but it's encouraging to see sustained improvement in our NHS.
January 6, 2026 at 5:28 PM
👏 The SNP
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"The government will consult on lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales, which has remained unchanged since 1967 and is the highest in Europe, at 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath. It could be cut to 22 micrograms, in line with the limit in Scotland since 2014."
Government signals tougher motoring rules to reduce casualties on Britain’s roads
Eye-tests for older drivers, automatic emergency braking in new cars and crackdown on drink-driving among new proposals
www.theguardian.com
January 7, 2026 at 9:49 AM
"The government will consult on lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales, which has remained unchanged since 1967 and is the highest in Europe, at 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath. It could be cut to 22 micrograms, in line with the limit in Scotland since 2014."
So what would you suggest? The ballot box is the best way and we need to exhaust all these options while at same time building the strong majority for Independence . Do so opens more folks minds and lowers UK legitimacy
January 6, 2026 at 1:03 PM
So what would you suggest? The ballot box is the best way and we need to exhaust all these options while at same time building the strong majority for Independence . Do so opens more folks minds and lowers UK legitimacy
Regrettably it is just a convenient ploy that will last no longer than the election campaign. Labour in Scotland are completely part of UK Labour. Credibility is very low given Sarwars statements on a wide range of issues that he then abandoned. Why would this declaration be any different?
January 6, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Regrettably it is just a convenient ploy that will last no longer than the election campaign. Labour in Scotland are completely part of UK Labour. Credibility is very low given Sarwars statements on a wide range of issues that he then abandoned. Why would this declaration be any different?
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This according to BBC.
‘It's exactly a year since bin workers in Birmingham staged their first walkout and according to unions there is no end in sight.’
I wonder what our unionists in Scotland have to say? Surely one of them will condemn this and say what a poor job the English Gov is doing!
‘It's exactly a year since bin workers in Birmingham staged their first walkout and according to unions there is no end in sight.’
I wonder what our unionists in Scotland have to say? Surely one of them will condemn this and say what a poor job the English Gov is doing!
January 6, 2026 at 11:59 AM
This according to BBC.
‘It's exactly a year since bin workers in Birmingham staged their first walkout and according to unions there is no end in sight.’
I wonder what our unionists in Scotland have to say? Surely one of them will condemn this and say what a poor job the English Gov is doing!
‘It's exactly a year since bin workers in Birmingham staged their first walkout and according to unions there is no end in sight.’
I wonder what our unionists in Scotland have to say? Surely one of them will condemn this and say what a poor job the English Gov is doing!
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It is only 6 January and the average FTSE 100 boss has already made more money than the average worker in the UK will all year
Tax wealth, pay workers
#FatCatTuesday
Tax wealth, pay workers
#FatCatTuesday
January 6, 2026 at 12:44 PM
It is only 6 January and the average FTSE 100 boss has already made more money than the average worker in the UK will all year
Tax wealth, pay workers
#FatCatTuesday
Tax wealth, pay workers
#FatCatTuesday
Yep and the only thing that has ever changed Westminsters position on an Indy referendum has been an SNP majority, that’s not an opinion that’s a fact.
January 6, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Yep and the only thing that has ever changed Westminsters position on an Indy referendum has been an SNP majority, that’s not an opinion that’s a fact.
There are plenty that claim to be
January 5, 2026 at 3:08 PM
There are plenty that claim to be