Christine Grahame

Former first minister Humza Yousaf, former first minister Nicola Sturgeon and Finance Secretary Shona Robison.

Why are so many MSPs resigning at the 2026 Holyrood election?

Members of the public watch proceedings on the first day of the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.

‘Holyrood needs a good shake-up’: Politicians reflect on 25 years of devolution

XL bully dogs are set to be banned from Friday. Image: Jacob King/National World.

XL bully dog ban branded a 'bourach'

Scotland better in the UK? I don’t think so - Christine Grahame

A ban on XL Bully dogs is set to be introduced in Scotland, following in the footsteps of England and Wales. Picture: Jacob King/PA Wire

Yousaf confirms Scotland to ‘replicate’ rules banning unlicensed XL bully dogs

Well intentioned ageism is alive and well

Well intentioned ageism is alive and well - Christine Grahame

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to announce a ban on American Bully XL dogs. Photo: Luxorpics

No firm decision over Scottish ban on American XL bully dogs, Humza Yousaf says

MSPs and their dogs take part in Holyrood Dog of the Year in Edinburgh. At the annual contest, jointly organised by the Kennel Club Club and Dogs Trust, members of the Scottish Parliament compete with their dogs and Dogs Trust rescue dogs for the title of "Holyrood Dog of the Year". Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

10 of the best images from the Holyrood dog of the year competition

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has given his backing to Humza Yousaf in the race to be Scotland’s next first minister, saying the Scottish Health Secretary can take the party to “new heights”.

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn backs Humza Yousaf in leadership contest

Nicola Sturgeon's talents were obvious long before she became First Minister (Picture: David Cheskin/PA)

Sturgeon isn't just a talented politician, she's also kind and very funny

NHS staff deserve better pay (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Amid NHS woes and cost-of-living crisis, we can still look towards better times

Former Scottish minister Ash Regan took a stand over the Gender Recognition Act Bill. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

The reason for the visit is for the Minister to tour the facility and speak to SSPCA staff about the impact of fireworks on livestock, animals and pet owners, but particularly the impact of firework use around SSPCA rescue centres and the harm that can do to the animals within their care and the work SSPCA staff do with communities surrounding rescue centres across Scotland to raise awareness.

The meeting is in the context of the Scottish Governmentâ€™s Fireworks and Pyrotechnics Bill which is currently making its way through parliament. The Billâ€™s proposals include the introduction of a new power for local authorities to designate firework control zones, where it is not permitted for the public to use fireworks. The SSPCA are keen such zones should cover animal sanctuaries/rescue centres as well as zoos, farmland and natural sites of special scientific interest.

Gender recognition law to be amended for youngsters aged 16 and 17

Woof...there can be only one top dog at Holyrood and this year's winner is Christine Grahame MSP's German shorthaired pointer Mabel

Meet Mabel - the top dog at the Scottish Parliament

Edinburgh conservative councillor Cameron Rose wants change for whistleblowers (Picture: Ian Georgeson)

Readers' Letters: Independent ear needed for council whistle-blowers

Christine Grahame has a rescue cat who is called Mr Smokey.

FMQs sketch: ‘I declare an interest as the owner of Mr Smokey’

A voter heads to a polling station yesterday but the full results are not expected to be known until tomorrow (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire)

Covid election has been a strange experience – Christine Grahame

Michael Gove gave evidence to Holyrood on Brexit.

Brexit: Michael Gove pressed on lack of 'level playing field' for Scotland

The election of Joe Biden as President of the United States has been welcomed by the Scottish Government.

Biden could be ‘ally’ in future EU membership hopes for an independent Scotland

A train on the line at Borthwick. Picture: Andy O'Brien/JPIMedia

Pledge to explore Borders Rail extension

Kirkhill House

Organisers of indoor 'raves' should face emergency Covid crackdown

The house is owned by Mike Cameron, Director of the Dominion cinema.

Sturgeon slams 'irresponsible' lockdown breach

MSPs have been ticked off for not social distancing at Holyrood

MSPs ticked off for not social distancing at Holyrood

Garden centres in Scotland are still shut despite them opening in England

Scottish garden centres to open "as soon as it is safe"

The bombing of the Pan Am flight lead to 269 deaths on board and 21 on the ground

Lockerbie bombing appeal granted over potential "miscarriage of justice"

Christine Grahame MSP (left) meeting with (L-R) Ged McEaeany, Anne Pinkman and Philip Dunion of Track2Train.

Flooding leaves The Sidings Cafe in Newtongrange off-track

The Borders Railway was re-opened as far as Tweedbank in September 2015. Picture: VisitScotland

'Rock solid' prospect of extending Borders Railway - Christine Grahame

Brexit will leave a weakened UK at the mercy of Donald Trump – Christine Grahame

Conservative candidate for Midlothian South seat selected

Overcrowding has been an ongoing concern on the Borders rail line. Picture: Robert Drysdale

Pregnant woman ‘ill’ and two faint on overcrowded ScotRail train

A train pictured on the Borders Railway at Eskbank.

Midlothian South MSP slams ScotRail’s lack of planning

Sep 09 2015; Large crowds gather at Newtongrange as the Queen opens the Borders Railway. credit steven scott taylor / J P License

Local politicians react to Borders Railway extension study go-ahead from the UK ...

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has slammed ScotRail over its recent performance. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Nicola Sturgeon: ScotRail in “last-chance saloon” over performance

Scotland international Claire Emslie, pictured playing for her country against Belarus last June. Photo by Michael Gillen.

Scotland star backs Penicuik pitch battle

There are food banks in almost every town and village in Scotland. Picture: Neil Hanna

Profiteers are making money from victims of Tory austerity – Christine Grahame

Claire Emslie in action for Scotland during a World Cup qualifier against Albania

Scotland striker joins fight to resurface Penicuik football pitch where she play...

Christine Grahame MSP

Midlothian firms benefit from scheme

A train on the single track section of the Borders Railway, at Eskbank.

Midlothian MSP calls for action on packed Borders Railway trains

The First Minister has come under pressure to reduce the amount of 'wasteful' packaging in Scotland. Picture: Steve Parsons/PA Wire

Nicola Sturgeon urged to crack down on Scotland’s ‘idiotic’ and ‘wasteful’ packa...

Michelle Ballantyne and Christine Grahame.

MSPs have their say on Midlothian Council budget

The 12 shortlisted entries in the Three Ps Scottish Water Midlothian schools poster competition.

Midlothian three Ps’ poster campaign to tackle pollution

Midlothian Schools Festival of Music

Council considering axing music lessons in debt after festival

Nicola Benedetti has hit out at plans to axe musical instrument tuition in Midlothian.

MSP to join musicians in council chambers protest against instrumental cuts
MSP Christine Grahame has pledged to join young musicians in a demonstration against cuts to music tuition in Midlothian next week.

Nicola Benedetti has hit out at plans to axe musical instrument tuition in Midlothian.

MSP to join musicians in council chambers protest against instrumental cuts

Midlothian Council has put forward plans to axe instrumental music tuition in schools except for pupils in S4 and higher taking SQA music exams. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Scottish Council’s plans to scrap music tuition raised at Holyrood

Christine Grahame MSP

Midlothian MSP welcomes new social security agency funding

Penicuik Athletic Youth Football Club are petitioning Midlothian Council to relay the astroturf as current one has been graded poor

Penicuik urge council to re-carpet ‘poor’ pitch after ‘player safety’ concerns

Scottish Government budget plans welcomed by Midlothian MSP

Scottish Conservative List MSP Michelle Ballantyne and Midlothian South MSP Christine Grahame (SNP).

Midlothian South MSP slams Tory welfare spokesperson

Amanda Cox.

MSP hits out at handling of hospital inquiry into death of Peebles mum

Christine Grahame MSP

Midlothian South MSP calls for halt to Universal Credit

Michelle Ballantyne and Christine Grahame.

Benefits comment slammed by Midlothian MSP

It makes sense for any organisation which is active in business or public life in Scotland to be prepared to appear before a Scottish Parliament committee, says Scobie. Picture: contributed

Comment: Ignore Holyrood scrutiny at your own peril

Stand-off at Bilston Glen during miners strike

Calls from Midlothian MSPs for locals to give miners' strike evidence

Sanitary cash welcomed by Midlothian MSPs

Christine Grahame has launched a consultation aimed at improving regulations around the breeding of dogs

MSP's bid to stop irresponsible dog breeding

As many as 20 ScotRail trains a day skip stops. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Minister blasts 'unacceptable' ScotRail communication over stop skipping

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries