SNP demands UK government cough up £26m to cover the cost of policing private visits to Scotland by Donald Trump and JD Vance ⊕
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Finance Secretary Shona Robison said it was up to the UK government to pick up the tab for what were 'diplomatically significant' visits in the summer.
UK and Scottish governments row over footing £24.5m bill for Trump and Vance visits ○
Treasury says trips were private while Scottish ministers point out US president met Keir Starmer and it had to stump up for extra policing
The UK government needs to “step up” and reimburse the £24.5…
London battles Scotland over who pays for Trump, Vance visits ○
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The Scottish government wants Westminster to fund the politicians' trips. But the Treasury won't open its wallet.
Where could Fergie and Andrew live if they're forced from the Royal Lodge: A vampiric Transylvania retreat, a drab Scottish town and an Airbnb are all options in King's property portfolio ⊖
A spooky and isolated castle beloved by the King near John O'Groats in Scotland would also make an ideal far-flung place for the monarch and Prince William to banish their disgraced relatives.
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