Anas Sarwar

Leader of the Scottish Labour Party

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Ex-chief nursing officer’s comments on bereaved families spark outrage
politics Feb 5, 2026, 12:42 PM
Ex-chief nursing officer’s comments on bereaved families spark outrage
  • John Swinney acknowledged criticisms over the SNP government's handling of the hospital infection crisis.
  • Prof. McQueen's alleged comments about compensating bereaved families sparked a political uproar.
  • The incident raises questions about government accountability and the ongoing public inquiry's findings.
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Anas Sarwar pledges to ban transgender women from female prisons
politics Feb 2, 2026, 11:26 AM
Anas Sarwar pledges to ban transgender women from female prisons
  • Anas Sarwar proposes a ban on transgender women in female prisons if elected as first minister.
  • Current Scottish Prison Service guidelines allow transgender women in women's prisons if they do not pose risks.
  • The implementation of Sarwar's pledge could lead to major legal and social implications in Scotland.
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Calls for investigation into hospital failures from Scottish leaders
politics Jan 19, 2026, 2:40 PM
Calls for investigation into hospital failures from Scottish leaders
  • The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital has been linked to patient infections resulting in deaths.
  • Anas Sarwar has called for investigations into key figures including John Swinney and Nicola Sturgeon.
  • There is a growing demand for accountability and transparency from those involved in the hospital's management.
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Anas Sarwar calls for trust restoration in Budget to revive Labour's fortunes
politics Nov 24, 2025, 5:37 PM
Anas Sarwar calls for trust restoration in Budget to revive Labour's fortunes
  • Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has stressed the importance of the upcoming Budget in restoring public trust in the party.
  • Sarwar argued that economic growth is essential for social support and must be prioritized in the Budget.
  • The Budget must demonstrate genuine Labour values and outline a clear plan to address pressing issues in Scotland.
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