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Scotland on 'by far most ambitious timeline' in UK to make heating buildings greener

SCOTLAND is on “by far” the most ambitious path within the UK to achieve greener and warmer buildings, MSPs were told.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 28, 2023

Tories push Holyrood for timetable of investigation into Matheson data bill

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body announced last week it would launch a probe into the near-£11,000 bill run up by Michael Matheson.

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2023

First-ever Scottish Greens MSP calls for party members to replace leadership

THE former co-leader of the Scottish Greens has called for an “upwelling” of party members to remove the current leadership ...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 27, 2023

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Humza Yousaf pledges 'robust' defence against Alex Salmond's legal action

THE First Minister has said the Scottish Government will “robustly” defend itself in the legal case brought by Alex Salmond ...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 24, 2023

‘Day of reckoning’ coming for Scottish Government in legal action, warns Salmond

The ex-first minister has accused Nicola Sturgeon and former permanent secretary Leslie Evans of ‘misfeasance’, his lawyer said.

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

Matheson vows to co-operate with Holyrood investigation into £11,000 iPad bill

The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body has agreed to look into an expenses claim the Scottish Health Secretary submitted.

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2023

Jack urges Scottish Government to use cash ‘wisely’ and not raise income tax

But Scottish Finance Secretary Shona Robison said the autumn statement had not provided the funding devolved governments need.

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023

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‘Exceptionally difficult decisions’ taken over £680m budget savings – Robison

Deputy First Minister Shona Robison blamed ‘prolonged Westminster austerity’ as she urged Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to invest in public services.

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023

Matheson focused on ‘very important’ job, says cabinet colleague

Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon was asked about the Health Secretary as she launched an independence prospectus paper.

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023

How to watch the Scottish Parliament debate on ceasefire in Gaza

THE Scottish Parliament is set to debate a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East later today.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2023

Anas Sarwar urged to 'resist pressure' on Gaza ceasefire call ahead of Holyrood vote

SCOTTISH Labour leader Anas Sarwar has insisted he still backs an immediate ceasefire amid reports he would soften Scottish Labour's stance on the…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 19, 2023

Scottish minister blames sons watching football for £11,000 iPad roaming bill

SNP’s Michael Matheson, health secretary of Scotland, apologises after initially charging bill to Holyrood

The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023

Health Secretary Michael Matheson blames £11,000 iPad roaming charge on sons watching football

They reportedly used data from the Holyrood-issued device to watch football while on holiday in Morocco

Evening Standard · Nov 16, 2023

Family watching football on holiday led to iPad bill, Matheson tells MSPs

Scottish Health Secretary Michael Matheson said family members had used data on his Holyrood-issued iPad while on a trip to Morocco.

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

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The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2023

Labour MSP's 'stopgap' claim shows 'lack of respect for devolution'

ANAS Sarwar has been urged to confirm whether he thinks the Scottish Parliament’s only purpose is to mitigate Tory policies after one of his…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2023

First Minister vows 'robust defence' to Tory claims he misled Parliament

THE First Minister has promised a “robust defence” to Tory claims that he and Shona Robison misled Holyrood in a row over pandemic WhatsApp…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2023

Michael Matheson's £11,000 iPad bill published as Holyrood launches data review

THE Scottish Parliament has launched an urgent review on data usage policies and published the breakdown of Michael Matheson’s iPad bill.

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023

Humza Yousaf pledges ‘robust defence’ against Tory claims he misled Parliament

The Conservatives are using debating time at Holyrood to call for the First Minister and his deputy to refer themselves to the independent adviser.

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The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2023

Alba pile pressure on SNP to back indyref2 bid in King's Speech debate

ALBA have piled pressure on the SNP to support their bid to have Holyrood awarded permanent powers to hold independence referendums.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2023

Holyrood committee convener cancels Westminster visit after Treasury snub

A HOLYROOD committee convener has cancelled a visit to Westminster after repeated snubs from Treasury ministers and officials for a meeting.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2023

Scottish Tories threaten vote of no confidence in Michael Matheson over iPad bill

THE Scottish Tories have threatened to table a motion of no confidence in Michael Matheson if he does not hand over the iPad on which he ran up…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2023

David Cameron 'offered to be quizzed by Holyrood MSPs every year'

David Cameron has said he offered to attend the Scottish Parliament annually for scrutiny while Prime Minister, but the offer was never taken up ...

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023

My offer of annual Holyrood scrutiny as PM was never taken up – David Cameron

David Cameron discussed his administration’s approach to devolution in a letter written before his surprise return to government.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 12, 2023

Bill criminalising misogyny set for Holyrood by end of parliamentary year

A BILL criminalising misogynistic abuse and harassment is set to be tabled by the end of the current parliamentary term.

The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2023

Scottish Government’s Covid WhatsApp messages ‘starkly different’, insists Flynn

The SNP MP said the public had been treated with ‘complete contempt’ by Westminster leaders during the pandemic.

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