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Brian Taylor

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You may have seen me on the telly. Or perhaps heard me on the wireless. Maybe you followed my political punditry and random musings online. For many years I was the Political Editor of BBC Scotland, covering and analysing Scottish, UK and global events. During that prolonged period, I also lost no opportunity to display my fanatical support for the mighty Dundee United.

Latest articles from Brian Taylor

Has Angela Constance handled matters competently as Justice Secretary? Frankly, no. Has John Swinney responded sensibly as First Minister. Yes.

Has Angela Constance handled matters competently as Justice Secretary? Frankly, no. Has John Swinney responded sensibly as First Minister. Yes.

Angela Constance got it wrong over grooming gangs – Holyrood needs to get it right

'As the Chancellor backs an inquiry into pre-budget leaks, there are more things to be worried about – especially in the NHS'

'As the Chancellor backs an inquiry into pre-budget leaks, there are more things to be worried about – especially in the NHS'

Leak inquiry distracts as Reeves faces deeper fiscal and NHS woes

Unaccountably, Labour MPs were less than pleased with changes which official figures said would push thousands more into poverty.

Unaccountably, Labour MPs were less than pleased with changes which official figures said would push thousands more into poverty.

Swinney gets ready to outbid the Chancellor in helping the poor

'Anas Sarwar blames John Swinney personally for Scotland’s problems'

'Anas Sarwar blames John Swinney personally for Scotland’s problems'

Sarwar blames Swinney for Scotland’s woes as First Minister renews independence pitch

'Could Anas Sarwar then join those inside Labour who criticise the PM and the Chancellor, while declaring their loyalty to Labour’s ethos and values? '

'Could Anas Sarwar then join those inside Labour who criticise the PM and the Chancellor, while declaring their loyalty to Labour’s ethos and values? '

Sarwar seeks calm as Starmer weathers leadership storm

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street in central London

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a speech in the media briefing room of 9 Downing Street in central London

Red lines and red cards: Labour’s tax tightrope

John Swinney with Finance Secretary Shona Robison

John Swinney with Finance Secretary Shona Robison

John Swinney under pressure to scrap council tax – but don’t hold your breath

Prince Andrew is to stop using all of his titles and honours, including the Duke of York

Prince Andrew is to stop using all of his titles and honours, including the Duke of York

Is the Royal Family in trouble? You bet they are. Are they finished? No

Chancellor of Exchequer Rachel Reeves mixing a gin during a visit to the Sipsmith Distillery in Chiswick West London Picture: Paul Grover/Daily Telegraph/PA Wire

Chancellor of Exchequer Rachel Reeves mixing a gin during a visit to the Sipsmith Distillery in Chiswick West London Picture: Paul Grover/Daily Telegraph/PA Wire

What to expect in the Chancellor’s Budget – and the Scottish version to follow

John Swinney will defend his independence strategy at the SNP conference

John Swinney will defend his independence strategy at the SNP conference

Embattled Swinney can see off his SNP critics – but can he convince sceptical voters?