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Stick Figure at The Warfield, San Francisco, CA, USA

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Stick Figure at Closer To The Sun 2023

• All for You
• Postman / You Enjoy Myself / Uptown Dub
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Stick Figure at Matanuska Brewing Midtown, Anchorage, AK, USA

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Stick Figure at Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival 2023

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Stick Figure at Frost Amphitheater, Stanford, CA, USA

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Stick Figure at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, Bend, OR, USA

Stick figure at reggae on the way 2023, stick figure at granary live, salt lake city, ut, usa.

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With a distinctive sound developed through tireless attention to musicality and artistry, Stick Figure has redefined American reggae music with his latest album, Wisdom , released on September 9th, 2022. As with his previous releases, Wisdom was written, produced and recorded by Scott Woodruff, a self-taught musician, at Stick Figure-owned Great Stone Studios in Oakland, CA, former home of Green Day.

Wisdom is Stick Figure’s seventh album and follows the unprecedented success of 2019’s World on Fire , which peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Top 200, #6 overall Top albums, #1 Independent, and #1 Reggae album. World on Fire has sold over 300,000 copies including streaming equivalents, according to Nielsen soundscan data. Stick Figure’s catalog has now sold well over one million copies and been streamed over three billion times. On the live side, Stick Figure averaged over 4,200 tickets sold per show on an almost entirely sold out 2022 tour, according to Pollstar , and is slated to play major multi-genre festivals in 2023 after headlining the top reggae festivals in 2022.

These numbers would be impressive by any metric, yet Stick Figure has achieved this rarified air completely independently, with no label or outside producers. Throughout the credits of Wisdom , Woodruff and a small cadre of collaborators, namely childhood friend TJ O’Neill, prove that manufactured music does not have to exclusively dominate the charts. Streaming alongside today’s biggest pop stars, Stick Figure has transcended the genre while always embracing his love of reggae music. Much like other bands supported Stick Figure during his ascent, Woodruff works with up and coming artists to help foster a vibrancy that keeps the scene strong and growing faster than ever before, exposing it to new listeners with an authenticity that stays true to his roots, while pushing the boundaries of sound that people expect from the genre.

Wisdom is a journey and a search for what matters in life–a search for meaning, purpose, place and belonging. Wisdom is a code to live by where we can accept that it is ok to start over, to make mistakes, to love, and to feel pain. It is a reminder to focus on the little things that bring joy and know that all of it is a part of our individual story. It also shows us that we should have some fun doing it all! In signature Stick Figure style, Wisdom can bring peace and happiness in the dark moments as well as in the good times, and the benefits of the music can stay with the listener long after the record has stopped spinning.

An intuitive and accomplished producer, Woodruff crafts authentic artistry from the foundation of roots-dub reggae, featuring cavernous grooves, sparkling electronic orchestration, and thick rhythms. With a soundscape that is as much Kygo or Tame Impala as it is Bob Marley or Sublime, his music has evolved throughout time while staying true to his signature sound. Wisdom is undoubtedly Stick Figure’s best production to date, and the attention to detail throughout the album’s 14 tracks create a top-notch sonic experience that is tailor made for a beach party and also perfectly suited for a solitary hike through the woods. Inside the historic studio, Stick Figure band member Johnny Cosmic, an accomplished producer in his own right, teams up with Woodruff to mix each track. When completed, a brotherhood of hard-jamming musicians delivers this widescreen soundtrack in concert performances of consciousness-altering celebration.

The evolution of the artist most often portrayed as a one-man band has its genesis in Duxbury, Massachusetts. Well before achieving worldwide acclaim or embracing the demand to play live shows, Scott was an avid music fan who in high school traded bootleg CDs of his favorite artists' unreleased demos. It was then that he began recording a series of albums under the moniker of Stick Figure.

From his debut, The Sound of My Addiction , Scott’s handcrafted music connected with a community of avid listeners who discovered him exclusively by word of mouth and social media. Selling tens of thousands of copies of each of his self-produced releases allowed him to travel the world in pursuit of experience. Scott moved to San Diego, CA where his recording career continued to blossom. As recently as 2012, he was putting up his own posters for Burial Ground at the California Roots Festival. In 2019, Stick Figure was commanding center stage as the headliner for the massive event. In 2022 Stick Figure is still embracing the DIY work ethic, while selling out amphitheaters and having his music played more than any other living reggae artist in the world.

Preceding Wisdom , Stick Figure released seven albums, all recorded solo, with Woodruff laying down the tracks one by one. The current live band line-up features Kevin Bong (KBong) on keyboards, Kevin Offitzer on drums, bassist Tommy Suliman, John Gray (Johnny Cosmic) on guitar, keyboards, and backing vocals, and Will Phillips on percussion, with Scott upfront on guitar and vocals. Bong, Offitzer and Suliman have been with the band for ten years and the camaraderie  on stage is infectious.

Stick Figure concerts are gatherings distinguished by audience sing-alongs, hard hitting bass, extended improvisational interludes, the mind-manifesting hues of a light show, and the much-anticipated entrance of the band’s canine mascot, a rescued Australian Shepherd named Cocoa The Tour Dog. Cocoa has her own 501(c)3 charity and is the only dog to ever receive a trophy for her role in selling out the world famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre in one day. The show becomes a family gathering that spans across age and demographic, all coming together for good vibes and music.

The release of Wisdom signifies a new era of accessibility for reggae music, without sacrificing authenticity. The genre can no longer be written off as a footnote when the total consumption rivals that of most other major genres. Woodruff’s imaginative and thoughtfully crafted creations have made reggae a way of life for people of all backgrounds, and with Stick Figure showing no signs of stopping anytime soon, the people are ready for more. 

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Stick Figure (formed in 2006) is an American dub and roots reggae project founded by the Massachusetts-native and multi-instrumentalist Scott Woodruff, which has since expanded into a four-piece band.

Hailing from Duxbury, Massachusetts, U.S., Scott Woodruff formed Stick Figure as an outlet for his musical talents and interest in the reggae genre. Adopting the sobriquet Stick Figure he was given during high school, during college Woodruff would enthusiastically submit instrumental tracks to the Sublime Archive website. The musician issued his debut album “The Sound of My Addiction” in 2006, crafted by layering tracks upon one another in unison. The record introduced Woodruff to a small, devoted group of listeners, however his second, “Burnin’ Ocean”, did wonders for his national exposure with the album charting impressively on the iTunes Reggae Chart. Released in 2008, the record was led by the single “So Good”, which notably borrows the melody of Gary Jules’ “Mad World”.

In 2009 Woodruff issued his most hard-hitting album to date, “Smoke Stack”, featuring more aggressive vocals, echoes of dub, and heavy bass. Following the release the multi-instrumentalist moved to San Diego, California and enlisted the help of a full band in aid of his fourth full-length album “Reprise Session” (2010).

Featuring respected reggae singer Half Pint, Stick Figure’s fifth studio album “Burial Ground” was seen to be Woodruff’s most innovative album to date and represented a growth in his musical prowess. The 2012 record topped the iTunes and Billboard Reggae charts after which Woodruff invited keyboardist Kevin Bong, drummer Kevin Offitzer, and bassist Tommy Suliman to join him on the record’s supporting tour and subsequent releases.

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The Claifornian reggae group opened the show with my favourite track of theirs, Smokin’ Love, so I knew the show was going to be a hit for me. Their chilled out sound had everyone in the audience swaying along, drink in hand, from start to finish. It’s great music for creating a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and the band encouraged that by chatting casually with us in the audience and making sure we were all enjoying the show. They’re all really talented instrumentalists, and watching the band support themselves entirely on keys, drums, guitars and additional percussion was refreshing. They each had a microphone, and were great at harmonising with each other, demonstrating their musical versatility.

With five studio albums under their belt, I was intrigued to see what songs they would select for their show, and how they would fit it into a set. I’ll say to start with that the show was actually nearly 2 hours long, which was brilliant, so they covered a lot of material. They worked almost chronologically from The Sound of My Addiction, through to Burial Ground, and it was great to hear the way that their sound has adapted over the years. They each performed great instrumental solos, further accentuating the sheer talent of the group.

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Massachusetts roots reggae and dub band Stick Figure create a sound that seems to far outdate their formation in 2006. Inspired by some of the true greats of the genre, the four musicians come together expertly to create a truly authentic roots reggae sound that has gone down brilliantly with a fast growing fanbase.

Whenever they breeze into town they bring some of the laid back South Carolina air and simply mellow out the whole audience as they groove to the irresistible beats. Scott Woodruff is a great frontman, constantly getting the audience involved and making sure that everybody is enjoying every aspect of the show. They hold the crowd's attention for a 15 song set in order to showcase the very best selections from the five albums they have currently released. The 'Hawaii Song' brings some much needed summer air into the venue whilst 'Golden Hour' is all about the slick drum beats to keep everybody dancing along. The group receives a deservedly loud applause at the finale of an enjoyable, fun filled show.

Stick Figure killed it as always but this show was special due to TJ O’Neill joining the guys for a few classic joints that brought the house down(so RAD). The crowd must’ve been hypnotized with the vibes SF was throwing at us because they weren’t as lively as I’ve experienced before with their Oregon shows. All in all, Stick Figure proved they’ve masterfully come into their own as artists with their signature sound and engaging energetic performances. Scott is the man but the whole band really shined individually as well; proving that things get more refined with time when you’re united with a common purpose; to be true reggae rockstars. Stay Irie Stick Figure and I hope to see you this summer in Eugene. Peace

Saw Stick Figure last night in Spokane and It was freaking awesome. Personally its hard for me to gather why they would open for anyone! Great performers who know how to get the crowed going and have a good time. I will be seeing them ANYTIME they are in the area be it Portland, Oregon or Spokane....I will travel because they are that awesome. I do wish their set was longer as the headliner Iration is good...they aren't Stick Figure!!

My friend turned me on to this unbelievable band. Scott's song writing. Is so deep. Then they put it all together. Much love to TJ. Thank you Richie MacIntyre much love.

Stick figures is my favorite group. I have seen over 2 thousands concerts in my life time. Stick Figures Family forever.

First time at the Fillmore and it’s a really cool place to see your favorite bands up and close .

I fell in love with Stick Figure not too long ago .

And it was awesome seeing them. The band sounded great!

Can’t wait till they come back to town again !

That was my first concert and it was the best ever. Sounded better than on their albums. They acted like they were gappy to be there. They sound amazing and can't wait to see them again. Love Cocoa the dog! So cute.

Scott Woodruff is definitely one talented artist. Wish they gave him more time than just six songs. Would love to see him as a headliner. Great concert overall. Love the ragae crowd all smiles and friendly.

They were awesome. Super smooth and chill the entire set. Loved that dog on stage just chillin like it was his/hers. Cannot wait to see them again when they come back around LA.

Stick Figure was epic! Great setlist, great sound, great crowd, great venue. I didn't get enough. I need more stick figure in my life!! Check them out, and tell your friends.

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Neil Young and Crazy Horse 2024 tour setlist: Every song they played at Phoenix concert

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Neil Young brought Crazy Horse to Phoenix for the first since 2003, when the Greendale Tour played what we now call Arizona Financial Theatre.

Saturday’s show at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre was in support of "FU##IN’ UP," a new release that captures Young and Crazy Horse in all their ragged glory.

And they treated Phoenix to a show that put the spotlight on the staples that have made Young one of rock ‘n’ roll's most celebrated elder statesmen, setting the tone with an epic performance of “Cortez the Killer” that lasted roughly 15 minutes.

By the time they brought the concert to a cacophonous conclusion with the glorious racket of “Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)" and a one-song encore of "Danger Bird," Young and Crazy Horse had powered their way through such classics as “Cinnamon Girl,” “Don’t Cry No Tears” and “Powderfinger.”

Young also took a break from the distortion and his bandmates for a three-song unplugged mini-set, including “Comes a Time” and “Heart of Gold,” before the night was through.

Concert review: Neil Young and Crazy Horse scaled heights of ragged glory in transcendent Phoenix concert

Neil Young and Crazy Horse 2024 setlist: Every song they played in Phoenix

Here’s every song Neil Young and Crazy Horse played at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix:

"Cortez the Killer""Cinnamon Girl""Don't Cry No Tears""Down by the River""The Losing End (When You're On)""Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere""Scattered (Let's Think About Livin')""Powderfinger""Love and Only Love""Comes a Time" (Neil Young solo acoustic)"Heart of Gold" (Neil Young solo acoustic)"Human Highway" (Neil Young solo acoustic)"Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)"

Encore:"Danger Bird"

This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Neil Young & Crazy Horse tour setlist: Every song they did in Phoenix

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5/27/23 – Monterey, CA – California Roots Music & Arts Festival [FESTIVAL] 6/3/23 – Honolulu, HI – Waikiki Shell 6/6/23 – Mesa, AZ – Mesa Amphitheater 6/8/23 – Las Vegas, NV – The Theater at Virgin Hotels 6/10/23 – San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park 6/16/23 – Denver, CO – Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre 6/18/23 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre 6/23/23 – Baltimore, MD – Reggae Rise Up Maryland [FESTIVAL] 6/25/23 – Asbury, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Series 6/28/23 – Apopka, FL – Apopka Amphitheater 6/30/23 – Boca Raton, FL – Sunset Cove Amphitheater 7/2/23 – St. Petersburg, FL – England Brothers Park 7/5/23 – Virginia Beach, VA – Back Bay Farms Live 7/7/23 – Marshfield, MA – Levitate Music & Arts Festival [FESTIVAL] 7/9/23 – New Haven, CT – Westville Music Bowl 7/11/23 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed 7/14/23 – Salt Lake City, UT – Granary Live 7/16/23 – Tacoma, WA – Reggae on the Way [FESTIVAL] 7/18/23 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater 7/20/23 – Stanford, CA – Frost Amphitheater 7/23/23 – Lake Tahoe, CA – Lake Tahoe Reggae Festival [FESTIVAL] 7/29/23 – Anchorage, AK – Matanuska Brewing Company

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Neil Young and Crazy Horse scaled heights of ragged glory in transcendent Phoenix concert

Neil Young didn't waste any time getting into the epic guitar jams Saturday, April 27, at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, taking the stage with Crazy Horse to set the tone for his first Phoenix concert since 2003 with the fuzz-guitar transcendence of "Cortez the Killer," a speaker-shredding meditation that made it past the 15-minute mark, just long enough to leave you wishing it had gone another 15 minutes.

They were six minutes deep before the singing started. And they dusted off the missing verse Young recently unearthed that didn't make it onto "Zuma" because the console in the studio lost power in the midst of recording an otherwise perfect take.

“I floated on the water,” Young sang nearly 50 years later in Phoenix. “I ate that ocean wave/ Two weeks after the slaughter/ I was living in a cave/ Came too late to get me/ There’s no one here to set me free/ From this rocky grave/ To that snow-capped ocean wave.”

Neil Young and Crazy Horse treat Phoenix to elevating guitar jams

It was a glorious start to a brilliant performance, from the cavernous majesty of his guitar tone to the weathered ache of his lead vocal as the members of Crazy Horse effortlessly lived up to the reputation that led him to title a 1990 album "Ragged Glory," played out in front of the oversized fake Fender amps and road cases they used on the Rust Never Sleeps Tour in the '70s.

This is Young's first major tour with Crazy Horse in 10 years and they're only three shows in, so we may have lucked into a concert that was even looser-limbed than usual. Songs were falling together like magic in slow pursuit of something more elusive than perfection.

It's been 55 years since Young and Crazy Horse spent two weeks in the studio bottling lightning on "Everybody Knows This is Nowhere," a masterpiece that featured heavily in Saturday's performance, from the proto-punk riffing of "Cinnamon Girl" to a sprawling rendition of "Down By the River," "The Losing End (When You're On)" and the country-rocking title track.

It's actually kind of amazing that two of the three original members of Crazy Horse — bassist Billy Talbot and drummer Ralph Molina — are still out there touring with Young after 55 years. They're joined by Micah Nelson, Willie's son, on this tour. The 33-year-old is filling in on guitar for Nils Lofgren, who couldn't do this tour because of a previous commitment with the E Street Band.

But more on Lofgren later.

Nelson previously toured with Young as a member of Promise of the Real.

Neil Young and Crazy Horse haven't lost their magic after 55 years

To look at Young and his two fellow travelers from the early days, you'd clearly know they've aged a year or two since 1969. To hear them? Not so much. It didn't sound much different than the tours I saw Crazy Horse do in the '90s. It rocked with that same urgency and passion (and distortion).

Young has never been the world's flashiest guitarist but he gets more magic out of one note than most guitar heroes can pack into 20 or 30 notes in half the time, arriving at a sound that's his and his alone.

As a singer, his vocals have rarely been flawless, but they've always done exactly what the songs require with raw emotion to spare, and that remained the case Saturday in Phoenix, where the 78-year-old Young sounded great.

Neil Young and Crazy Horse 2024 setlist: Every song they played at Phoenix concert

Neil Young's set went heavy on classics, from 'Powderfinger' to 'Cortez'

The set went heavy on the classics, from those already mentioned to "Don't Cry No Tears" and "Powderfinger."

After "Love and Only Love," the only song they played from "Ragged Glory," Young sent his bandmates away for a three-song mini-set on acoustic guitar and harmonica, including “Comes a Time” and “Heart of Gold."

Then his bandmates returned to bring the set to a cacophonous conclusion with the speaker-bleeding majesty of “Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)," Young defiantly insisting "Rock and roll will never die" while illustrating why that is before returning for a one-song encore, "Danger Bird," with guest piano by Lofgren, who lives in the Valley and was home on a break in touring with the E Street Band.

By that point, it was everything you could've hoped for from an artist who's been touring since the '60s, playing to the strength that made him such a legend in the first place.

The newest song they played was “Scattered (Let’s Think About Livin’)” from 1996’s "Broken Arrow," prefaced by a heartfelt tribute to producer David Briggs, who worked with Young on countless classic albums before his death in 1995.

It was as close to a greatest hits tour as you'll likely see from Young but because he kept it so unpolished and spontaneous, it felt as fresh as those songs would've felt at any point in Young's career, even a warhorse as frequently featured as "Cinnamon Girl" or "Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)."

It was everything a Young fan could've hoped for when the tour was first announced and then some.

Young and Reverend Billy & the Stop Shopping Choir deliver Love Earth gospel

After the second song, "Cinnamon Girl," Young took a moment to address the fans.

"This is the part of the show where I stand here at the front and figure out what to say for just a minute or two," he said before leading the crowd in a call-and-response of "What's your favorite planet?" "Earth!"

Then, when the applause died down, he added, "I want my grandchildren's grandchildren to have this so they can go way out in the forest and walk around, way out in the fields and walk around. That's what I want them to see. We've gotta be here."

This is the Love Earth Tour, a sentiment at the heart of the opening set by Reverend Billy and the Stop Shopping Choir, a performance art ensemble whose surreal performance found the Reverend, dressed in a white suit, preaching an anti-war, pro-environment gospel.

"We're here to talk to you about the Earth!" the Reverend shouted. "We've got some high stakes here this evening. Couldn't be higher. It's about life! Saving life! Loving life! Being strange enough to change enough to find a way to live!"

Neil Young and Crazy Horse 2024 setlist: Every song they played in Phoenix

Here’s every song Neil Young and Crazy Horse played at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix:

• "Cortez the Killer"
• "Cinnamon Girl"
• "Don't Cry No Tears"
• "Down by the River"
• "The Losing End (When You're On)"
• "Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere"
• "Scattered (Let's Think About Livin')"
• "Powderfinger"
• "Love and Only Love"
• "Comes a Time" (Neil Young solo acoustic)
• "Heart of Gold" (Neil Young solo acoustic)
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Politics latest: Scottish government survives no confidence vote - as top Tory told off for unflattering nickname

The Scottish government has survived a vote of no confidence ahead of an SNP leadership contest, triggered by Humza Yousaf's resignation. Down in Westminster, Rishi Sunak has welcomed Boris Johnson's campaigning for Tory candidates in tomorrow's local elections.

Wednesday 1 May 2024 15:33, UK

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• Scottish government survives confidence vote
• Yousaf denies he was victim of plot to oust him
• Contest for new first minister explained | Why Yousaf resigned
• First illegal migrants bound for Rwanda detained
• PM welcomes Johnson's campaigning for Tory candidates
• Sam Coates: I've got to apologise after today's PMQs
• Local elections:  All you need to know about this week's votes
• Live reporting by Faith Ridler and (earlier)  Charlotte Chelsom-Pill

The Scottish government has survived a motion of no confidence brought by Scottish Labour.

The motion was defeated by 70 votes to 58.

Despite having the backing of the Scottish Tories and Liberal Democrats, the motion did not have the support of the Scottish Greens.

Scottish Labour pressed ahead with its motion despite Humza Yousaf announcing his resignation as SNP leader and first minister earlier this week. 

Douglas Ross, the leader of the Scottish Tories, just caused a ruckus in Holyrood after launching an attack on could-be SNP leaders John Swinney and Kate Forbes.

He begins by pointing to Ms Forbes' claim that she would want to hold an independence referendum within three months of a general election.

Mr Ross says she is "an even more radical nationalist" than Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf.

Turning to Mr Swinney, Mr Ross refers to him as "honest John".

This doesn't impress the presiding officer, who tells him: "We do not use nicknames in the chamber."

Mr Ross quips: "I thought it was on accuracy because it would be not-so honest John with some of the things we've heard recently."

He is told to apologise as an uproar sounds in the chamber, but he refuses twice.

Asked a third time, he says he is "very sorry" for any upset caused.

Responding, outgoing first minister Humza Yousaf is on his feet in Holyrood.

Mr Yousaf resigned from the role this week after just a year in the top job, kicking off a leadership election for the Scottish National Party.

He criticises Anas Sarwar for launching an "attack" on potential candidates John Swinney and Kate Forbes, joking it was the "fastest Labour U-turn" after claiming the no confidence motion was not personal.

Mr Yousaf says: "Every single member of this Scottish Parliament… they are all elected, let's not cast any doubt on that.

"When it comes to attacking my colleagues… let me remind Anas Sarwar that when they put themselves up for the vote, up to the people's verdict… they won.

"Unlike Anas Sarwar. So let's not talk about unelected vs elected."

Mr Yousaf says he is sure the motion of no confidence will be "defeated".

He adds that, as a government, he is "exceptionally proud of our choices".

At the Scottish Parliament, MSPs are debating a motion of no confidence.

Anas Sarwar, the leader of Scottish Labour, begins by thanking Humza Yousaf for his public service, after news he has resigned as leader of the Scottish National Party.

But Mr Sarwar says: "For me and Labour this has never been about just one person."

Instead, he says this is about the "future", with Scotland in need of "competent" leadership "to take on the twin crises facing our nation.

"An economic crisis and an NHS crisis. And I have no confidence in the SNP's ability to deliver that."

Mr Sarwar puts forward two arguments - that the SNP are "chaotic" and "divided", and that it "can't deliver competent government".

"I don't believe that changes if you merely change the face at the top."

He points to the two most likely candidates to replace Mr Yousaf, John Swinney and Kate Forbes, saying there are reports members would actively try to stop the latter from forming a government.

This would cause "more chaos", the Scottish Labour leader says.

He goes on to say that "it should be for the people to decide who leads our country, not a backroom deal, not a staged coronation by a group of SNP members".

The debate on the motion of no confidence in the Scottish government is getting started in Holyrood. 

Scottish Labour is pressing ahead with its motion despite Humza Yousaf announcing his resignation as SNP leader and first minister earlier this week. 

The debate is expected to last about half an hour and will be followed immediately by a vote.

If the motion passes, all ministers in the minority SNP government will be forced to quit.

The Scottish parliament will then have 28 days to appoint a new first minister, failing which, a snap election would be called.

Despite having the backing of the Scottish Tories and Liberal Democrats, it is not expected to pass as it does not have the support of the Scottish Greens.

The Greens were unceremoniously dumped out of the coalition by Mr Yousaf, prompting a fallout which led to his resignation.

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has brought the motion, and we're expecting the result of the vote at around 3.30pm.

By Faye Brown , political reporter

The fact a failed asylum seeker volunteered to go to Rwanda demonstrates that claims the country is not safe are "untrue", Kemi Badenoch has said.

The business secretary also declared there is no "cost-free option" on border security, as she defended the "minimal" price tag of sending migrants there.

An unnamed man was sent on a commercial flight to Rwanda on Monday after being offered up to £3,000 in financial aid to help with relocation costs.

He is the first person to have moved to the east African country under a voluntary returns scheme for those who have gone through the asylum process and had permission to stay in the UK rejected.

This voluntary scheme, which was widened to include Rwanda earlier this year, is separate from the government's controversial plan to forcibly deport those arriving via small boats in the English Channel to the African country - a policy that came into law last weekfollowing two years of setbacks.

Critics have branded the voluntary removal an "extortionate pre-election gimmick" and a "con" that "won't stop the boats".

However, speaking on Sky News, Ms Badenoch sought to paint it as a victory for the government's wider migration policy, saying: "I'm pleased that we've finally seen one person going to Rwanda.

"Yes, this is under the voluntary scheme, but this also shows the point about Rwanda not being safe to be untrue because people are volunteering to go."

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Boris Johnson is "welcome" to campaign for Conservative candidates, the prime minister's spokesperson has said, as Sky News reveals the Tory mayor of the West Midlands is sending voters an endorsement from the former prime minister. 

Sky's deputy political editor Sam Coates says Andy Street's campaign team is sending out literature with pictures of him and Mr Johnson, which openly admits problems with the Conservatives' reputation ( see post at 11am ).

Meanwhile, his campaign website makes no mention of Rishi Sunak on its homepage and is coloured in green rather than Conservative blue. 

West Midlands race 'very important'

Sam says it suggests the mayor is trying to run on his credentials as an independent campaigner rather than under the unpopular Tory brand.

Asked how the prime minister feels about northern mayors appearing to distance themselves from him, while highlighting an alliance with Mr Johnson, the spokesperson said "of course we would welcome" Mr Johnson's involvement in any campaigns.

"When you look at the absolute mess that Labour have made of Birmingham City Council, pretty much driven it to bankruptcy, it's no surprise that Conservatives think this race is, absolutely, very important." 

The other candidates in the West Midlands are:

• Siobhan Harper-Nunes, Greens;
• Richard Parker, Labour;
• Sunny Virk, Lib Dems;
• Elaine Ruth Williams, Reform;
• Akhmed Yakoob, independent.

By Tim Baker , political reporter

Officers have raided the homes of the first people to be deported to Rwanda.

It comes following the recent passing of the Safety of Rwanda Act, which declared the central African nation safe following concerns raised by the Supreme Court last year.

A video released by the Home Office showed officers entering homes and bringing out people detained in handcuffs, before putting them in the back of secure vans.

According to the government, "operational teams within the Home Office have been working at pace to safely and swiftly detain individuals in scope for relocation to Rwanda, with more activity due to be carried out in the coming weeks".

It comes after a failed asylum seeker voluntarily chose to go to Kigali once their application to stay in the UK failed.

The Rwanda plan has been a major policy for the Conservative government since April 2022, but has faced repeated legal challenges.

The government has previously said it has 2,200 "detention spaces", alongside 200 new caseworkers and 500 "highly trained escorts" ready.

It added that planes have been booked, with flights set to take off in nine to 11 weeks' time.

Outgoing first minster Humza Yousaf has told Sky News the SNP and independence movement would be harmed by a leadership contest becoming toxic.

The departing leader said he has "reflected" on his role in last year’s bruising campaign and urged any future candidate to "talk up" the other rather than "talk down".

Mr Yousaf, who is refusing to get drawn into the future direction of the SNP, said any suggestions of him being forced out of office to make way for John Swinney were "complete and utter rubbish".

Speaking to Sky News, the outgoing leader refuted suggestions independence was further away than ever before but admitted the "road to independence is more challenging…there's no getting away from that".

Mr Yousaf said the party still had “around 70,000” members but admitted he hadn't checked the numbers in recent months.

The week has kicked off with a huge political story - the resignation of Humza Yousaf - and will end with another, as voters across England and Wales turn out for the local elections.

Sky's political reporter Alexandra Rogers   has looked ahead to a potentially defining night for Rishi Sunak's premiership, when hundreds of council seats, police and crime commissioner jobs, and mayoral posts will be up for grabs.

Read her full explainer below:

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