Scottish Labour's leaders cannot keep blaming Westminster for the collapse at the ballot box, says VINCE MILLS
THE Trump era saw the United States deeply divided, society cleaved apart, fuelled by a politics of hatred and conflict.
Anyone with deeply held and genuine views about poverty, foreign policy, healthcare or democracy was identified as the enemy.
Decent people were mocked and victimised for daring to raise questions. Social media became a war zone of vicious exchanges and fake news.
Years of underfunding are eroding Scotland’s local services and deepening inequality in communities, says VINCE MILLS
Last weekend’s inaugural conference mixed warmth, unity and ambition with the unmistakable echo of old arguments. MATT KERR wonders whether the fledgling party’s difficulties can be overcome
Ahead of next year’s parliamentary elections, ROZ FOYER warns that a bold tax policy is needed to rebuild devastated public services which can serve as the foundation of a strong, fair economy
As bus builder Alexander Dennis threatens Falkirk closure and Grangemouth faces ruthless shutdown by tax exile Jim Ratcliffe, RICHARD LEONARD MSP warns that global corporations must be resisted by a bold industrial strategy based on public ownership



