Holyrood Sources
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The Holyrood Sources podcast analyses Scottish politics through the experiences of those who have lived and breathed it as Special Advisers to the Scottish Government, SNP and opposition parties. Join hosts Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein (Chief of Staff to the First Minister, 2007-2014) and Andy Maciver (Former Head of Communications for the Scottish Conservatives). Their insight is second to none - they've been there. What does Scottish Politics look like after Nicola Sturgeon? Holyrood Sources bring you the insider information you need to navigate the next chapter.
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Latest episode
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Embezzlement Charges, Climate Targets, and The Bute House Agreement
In this episode of Hollywood Sources, Calum, Geoff and Andy are joined by Kathleen Nutt, Political Correspondent, The Herald, to discuss various topics including the charging of Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the SNP, with embezzlement, the… -
By-Elections, The Cass Review and Holyrood's Rural Caucus
Calum, Andy and Geoff discuss the relationship between SNP MSPs and its MPs at Westminster, the representation of rural areas in government policy-making, and the need for rural MSPs to caucus together. They also touch on the upcoming local and mayor… -
25 Years of Devolution: Susan Deacon
We continue reflections on 25 years of the Scottish Parliament -
Wood-burners, Labour leads, and Hate Crimes Q&A... with Michael Foran
This week Calum, Geoff and Andy are joined by Michael Foran, a lecturer in public law at the University of Glasgow, to pick apart the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act. What does it mean? What does it say? Your (and our) questions a… -
3000 Hate Crime Reports in 24 Hours
The Hate Crime And Public Order (Scotland) Act is now in force, and more Police Scotland is logging yet more complaints, so what happens next? Calum, Geoff and Andy discuss JK Rowling's comments - which are not being treated as criminal - as well as … -
Hate Incidents and Humza Yousaf's First Year
First Minister Humza Yousaf has defended police after Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser threatened to take them to court for keeping a record of a hate incident made against him, despite concluding he had not committed a crime. Calum, Andy and G… -
Live: 25 Years of Devolution (Part 2)
Join Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein and Andy Maciver for a Holyrood Sources podcast special. We’re bringing together guests who have been at the heart of the story of devolution over the last 25 years to reflect on how devolution h… -
Live: 25 Years of Devolution (Part 1)
Join Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein and Andy Maciver for a Holyrood Sources podcast special. We’re bringing together guests who have been at the heart of the story of devolution over the last 25 years to reflect on how devolution h… -
From Holyrood to Westminster... with John Lamont
BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR OUR 25 YEARS OF DEVOLUTION SPECIALFor the full lineup and for tickets, click: https://holyroodsource… -
What's the plan, SNP?
BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR OUR 25 YEARS OF DEVOLUTION SPECIALFor the full lineup and for tickets, click: https://holyroodsource…
