politics
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What to expect at Holyrood and beyond as 2026 election race steps up
BBC Scotland political editor Glenn Campbell looks at what lies ahead for Scottish politics this year with the Scottish Parliament election looming in May.
09:03 AM
Leading economists want less talk, more numbers from federal budget watchdog
This year, two things will happen to Canada's fiscal watchdog: Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques will be replaced or made permanent, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development will publish its review of the office.
09:01 AM
Ontario opposition parties start to rebuild after rocky 2025
Ontario’s two main opposition parties will try to turn the page on what was a difficult year, with one rebuilding after an underwhelming leadership vote result and another searching for a new person to take the party helm.
09:00 AM
Analysis

Local stories to watch in 2026
Analysis
Will Trump’s policies end the dollar’s dominance? It’s a tail-end risk but that doesn’t mean it can’t happen
Analysis

