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Kate Forbes
17 posts
FFS explains: The CalMac ferries contract
Scotland’s shipbuilding industry has been back in the spotlight in recent weeks, after the announcement that seven new…
Human rights checks by Scottish Enterprise on arms firms to be scrutinised
Scottish Enterprise's human rights checks on arms firms seeking grants face scrutiny amid concerns taxpayer money may fund companies linked to abuses.
SNP under fire for ‘exaggerated’ oil jobs claim
The SNP has been accused of spreading ‘misinformation’ over its claim that Labour’s plans for the North Sea oil industry could cost 100,000 Scottish jobs.
Forestry agency delays beaver plan opposed by landowners
A plan to reintroduce beavers in northern Scotland has been postponed following opposition from landowners, aided by the local SNP politician, Kate Forbes.
FFS Explains: Humza Yousaf’s polling challenge
Ferret Fact Service looks at the polling on issues which may define Humza Yousaf's time in charge.
For Fact’s Sake podcast: How did conspiracy theories lead to an attempted coup in Germany?
Ali and Paul look at the Reichsbürger plot, fact-check the SNP leadership election, and explain a bizarre claim that a bank collapse in the US was caused by its 'woke' policies.
Dalwhinnie: Network Rail slammed for spending £30k on fencing
Network Rail spent more than £30,000 on plans to fence off a popular Highland level crossing, despite widespread opposition.
Fact check: SNP leadership debates
Ferret Fact Service looked at claims made by the SNP leadership candidates in the recent TV debates.