Community being 'squeezed out' of Mossmorran decision-making, say Greens COMMUNITIES around Mossmorran are being "squeezed out" of decision-making on the site's future, say the Scottish Greens. The National (Scotland) · 1h ago
Full list of areas affected as Scottish schools sent 'threatening messages' Schools across the country have received 'threatening messages' this morning, prompting multiple evacuations The National (Scotland) · 4h ago
MoD responds to Mossmorran weapons factory plan amid six new munitions sites NO decisions have been made over where at least six new munitions and explosives factories will be built, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has insisted, amid questions over a proposed weapons components facility at Mossmorran The National (Scotland) · Oct 14
Defence firm submits proposal for weapons factory at Mossmorran site The Fife Ethylene Plant near Cowdenbeath ceased production in February. Evening Standard · Oct 14
UK 'putting Scotland at frontline of war economy' with Mossmorran munitions plan PLANS for a munitions facility at Mossmorran are part of a “concerted effort to militarise the Scottish economy” ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 13
Plan to turn Mossmorran plant into weapons factory storing explosives Early plans to turn the site of Fife Ethylene Plant at Mossmorran into a weapons components factory have been revealed. The National (Scotland) · Oct 12
Fury as 1000-year-old castle refused listed status and replaced by data centre LOCALS in Fife have been left furious after a 1000 year old castle was refused protected status due to plans for an AI data centre to be built on the historic site being at an “advanced stage” ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 2
Fife councillor defends role despite living 220 miles away in England A Scottish councillor has insisted he is still representing his constituents 'on the issues that matter most' despite living more than 200… The National (Scotland) · Sep 28
Beloved Fife bakery's £11 million major expansion plans approved A BELOVED Scottish bakery’s £11 million plans to expand its operating base as part of a bid to double its number of outlets have been approved ... The National (Scotland) · Sep 12
Scottish educators seek legal advice over 'smear campaign' by pro-Israel group A GROUP of Scottish educators advocating for peace in Palestine have been forced to seek legal advice after a targeted campaign by a pro-Israel… The National (Scotland) · Aug 2
Fife councillor quits Tories with mysterious 'personal integrity' statement A FIFE councillor has confirmed he is to become an independent councillor after quitting the Conservative party. The National (Scotland) · Jul 30
Warning issued as illness-causing pollution found at popular Fife beach "Pollution has been identified by SEPA at Aberdour beach and exposure may cause illness." The National (Scotland) · Jul 24
Giant AI data centre plans on hold after environmental watchdog objects THE Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has made a “holding objection” to plans for a massive data centre in Auchtertool due to a lack… The National (Scotland) · Jul 17
Fife road to shut for four months due to 'deteriorating' bridge A Fife route is set to close for four months to allow work to be carried out on a rail bridge The National (Scotland) · Jul 15
The National (Scotland) · Jun 6 This interactive map shows rise of AI data centres across Scotland AN interactive map has revealed that developers are proposing a rash of AI data centres right across Scotland – prompting concerns about the…
The National (Scotland) · Jun 4 'Real concerns' in village as community rallies against huge AI data centre plans Plans for a huge AI data centre on the outskirts of a "tranquil" Scottish village have been opposed by members of the local community
The National (Scotland) · May 30 New plans for overspill car park at popular Fife playing fields after two refusals The move attempted to alleviate the car parking problems at Pitreavie but there was a complaint from a member of the public.
The National (Scotland) · May 29 Residents in two Fife villages avoid mass eviction after council intervention FAMILIES living in two Fife villages will no longer lose their homes after the council agreed to buy the properties ...
Evening Standard · Nov 25, 2025 Kate Forbes: I have no interest in spat with the UK Government over Mossmorran The Deputy First Minister said reports of a conflict with Labour are a ‘dis-service’ to at-risk workers.
Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2025 Defence firm could look at employing some Mossmorran workers, Alexander says The Scottish Secretary hailed a meeting with the Scottish Government and employers as ‘constructive’.
Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2025 Scottish Government to work with UK ministers in bid to help Mossmorran workers Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes said the Scottish Government would be involved in talks today with Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander.
The National (Scotland) · Sep 20, 2025 Scottish fire station celebrates 10 years as creative hub An arts hub formed from a grassroots campaign is celebrating 10 years of showcasing the big names of the Scottish and international arts scene ...
The National (Scotland) · Sep 12, 2025 Labour council leader faces no confidence vote following colleague's conviction A CALL for the “immediate removal” of Fife Council leader David Ross is to be made following the conviction of former councillor David Graham ...
The National (Scotland) · Aug 20, 2025 Plans for new £275,000 splash pad in Scottish town unveiled by council PLANS for a new £275,000 splash pad in Fife have been unveiled by the local authority ...
The National (Scotland) · Aug 20, 2025 Scottish councillor joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK after quitting 'autocratic' Labour A former Scottish Labour councillor who quit the party in protest over the “autocratic manner” of “parachuting” a candidate in her area has…