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ANDREW LIDDLE: Why putting NHS East HQ in Dundee would buy John Swinney political cover

"Put NHS East in Edinburgh and John Swinney will only prove Andy Burnham right."

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The Courier

Andrew Liddle

ANDREW LIDDLE: Why Tory MSP’s comment about John Swinney US trip is nonsense – and the obvious point missed

"The idea that ministers should subsidise the work of the state from their salaries is not fiscal responsibility. It is political theatre."

25.08.2026 20

The Courier

Andrew Liddle

ANDREW LIDDLE: Dundee’s Michael Marra should be next Scottish Labour leader – but here’s what he must realise

"Scottish Labour is now on the verge of extinction."

18.08.2026 20

The Courier

Andrew Liddle

ANDREW LIDDLE: The real issue for Nicola Sturgeon is just beginning

“Every success belonged to Nicola Sturgeon’s judgement – every failure belonged to someone else.”

01.06.2026 40

The Courier

Andrew Liddle

ANDREW LIDDLE: Why Labour and Liberal Democrats in Scotland must merge to create new party

"It would mean recognising a simple truth: both brands have outlived their sell-by date and are in desperate need of renewal."

26.05.2026 40

The Courier

Andrew Liddle

ANDREW LIDDLE: Why government-funded restaurant in Dundee is brave decision

"Much of the concern is understandable, but the UK Government’s brave decision should nevertheless be welcomed."

14.07.2025 20

The Courier

Andrew Liddle

ANDREW LIDDLE: John Swinney and Humza Yousaf should focus on day jobs instead of Middle East

"A devolved government and parliamentarians who seem unable to resist intervening in matters far beyond their remit."

23.06.2025 20

The Courier

Andrew Liddle