Iain Macwhirter
Iain Macwhirter - What the election means for Scotland
Iain Macwhirter is a broadcaster and political commentator for The Herald and Sunday Herald, and he unpicks the election results in Scotland. Macwhirter is the author of Road to Referendum and… Audio
Young Scots embrace lowering of voting age
The Children's Commissioner's calling for a discussion on lowering the voting age to 16. Scotland's 16 and 17 year olds can vote in Scottish Parliamentary and local elections. A political commentator… Audio
Scales tip for Scotland's Sturgeon
Scotland voted strongly to remain in the EU and now Scottish politicians are threatening to use veto powers to ensure Scotland doesn't join the UK's exit. Political commentator Iain MacWhirter talks… Audio
SNP's influence looms over UK elections
With just over nine hours until polls open in the British elections, the Scottish National Party looks set to become a power player over the days that follow. Audio
UK correspondent, Iain MacWhirter in Scotland
Iain MacWhirter discusses the rise of the Scottish National Party, which is expected to take most of the Scottish seats in the UK general election, and may also hold the balance of power. Audio
Scotland votes 'No' to independence
Scotland has chosen to stay in the United Kingdom, spurning independence in a historic referendum that's attracted a record turnout. Audio
Scottish independence referendum
Scottish author and journalist, Iain Macwhirter who helped spearhead the campaign for Scotland's independence - on his hopes for next month's referendum. Audio