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David Cameron: SNP will be 'chain to Labour's wrecking ball' if Ed Miliband wins the general election
The Prime Minister issues warnings about a Labour government propped up by the SNP.
Julian Assange says SNP right to be concerned about MI5 spying
WikiLeaks founder tells conference that pro-independence lobby would have been regarded as "security threat" by UK intelligence.
SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon fails to rule out future Scottish independence vote
Sturgeon also says she wants to do a deal with Labour to keep the Tories out of government.
Memo to John Major: If you want to know why the SNP are winning, just look in the mirror
Political commentator James Kelly believes John Major should blame himself for the SNP's popularity,
Scotland's political parties are right to lead public opinion on 16-year-old voters
The time has come for 16 and 17-year-olds to be given the vote.
Scottish devolution: Tories push to give English MPs veto over England only laws
Plans put forward by the Conservatives involve shutting Scottish MP votes down on England only laws.
Scotland moves to permanently include 16 and 17-year-old voters
A record number of young people turned out to vote in the Scottish referendum on 18 September 2014.
Alex Salmond interview: 'Nigel Farage is like a meteorite which will crumble to dust'
Salmond says Ukip will enjoy minimal success in Scotland in May's General Election.
Alex Salmond interview: 'I'm not looking for role in the British Government'
Scottish independence figurehead says he simply wishes to promote his country's interests in British Parliament.
Scottish independence: Devolution proposals can't stem the Home Rule tide
This week's Yes Minister-esque plans are nowhere near enough for Scots who want to go it alone.
Britain announces new powers for Scotland
The British government began a historic transfer of powers to Scotland on Thursday (January 22), keeping a pledge it had given to persuade Scots to reject independence as renewed nationalist support surges.
Scottish devolution: Nicola Sturgeon blasts Westminster's 'watered down' plan
The SNP leader claims the draft bill from the UK government offers less than the Smith Commission.
Scottish devolution: Britain to publish federalism-style draft law giving Scots more power
The draft law will see Scots being able to determine tax and welfare rates.
Scottish independence supporters ready for assault on Westminster after 2014 gains
SNP supporters are feeling a lot more bullish now than they were a year ago.
Scottish independence aftermath: Cameron ignored Darling's 5am plea to not restrict voting rights for MSPs
Better Together campaign leader allegedly told Cameron to avoid 'English votes for English laws'.
Scotland devolution report: Potential 'chaos' looms as Scottish government is 'unprepared' for new tax powers
Audit Scotland report warns the country's devolved government is not prepared for major changes.
SNP surge: Will the UK's most left-wing government since Attlee be elected in 2015?
Thought of an alliance between Salmond and Miliband is enough to send shivers down right-wing spines.
Scottish businesses ramping up recruitment in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen
The services, financial and oil market industries are set to receive a boost in staff
Scottish independence campaigners won't be fobbed off with watered-down devolution
Promises haven't been kept - make no mistake about it.
Scotland's Herald Honours Alastair Darling with Lifetime Achievement Award
Meanwhile, Nicola Sturgeon was named Scotland's Politician of the Year.
Nicola Sturgeon to Become First Woman to Lead Scotland's Government
Sturgeon expected to officially assume position of First Minister of Scotland later today (19 November).
Scotland vs England: A Litmus Test For Post-Independence Referendum Relations
Police preparing for trouble in Glasgow as Scotland and England meet for football match.
Alex Salmond: 10 Ways SNP Leader Changed UK Politics
Alex Salmond has towered over Scottish politics for a quarter-century and changed the UK forever.
Nicola Sturgeon to Formally Take Over from Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond at SNP Annual Conference
Salmond announced he would step down the day after Scots voted against independence.
Scotland's Alex Salmond: I'm Going to Miss the Weekly First Minister Grilling but Not the Preparation
SNP leader is stepping down and Nicola Sturgeon is taking his place.
Will Andy Murray be Booed at ATP Finals Over Scottish Independence Yes Vote?
Murray returns to British shores for the first time since sparking outrage by backing the 'yes' vote.
Scottish Devolution: Cities Demand Even More Power for Local Authorities
Scottish cities are also seeking greater devolved power over tax and spending at a local level.
English Devolution: 80% Support More Power for Local Authorities
Some 66% of poll respondents also back only English MPs voting on English laws.
Catalan Independence Referendum: 'Nothing will Happen on 9 November' says Pro-Union Champion Josep Ramon Bosch
Bosch tells IBT Catalonia could lead wave of secession which 'cuts Europe to pieces'.
Scottish Devolution: NIESR Claims West Lothian Question is Undemocratic
Dr Angus Armstrong told MPs that 'English votes for English laws' is not democratic.