The Latest Breaking News from Jane Barlow

Sturgeon says there is no ‘bottomless pit of money’ to end council pay dispute

A strike by council workers has seen rubbish pile up in Edinburgh, with schools also set to be affected by the industrial action.

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2022

Cosla in new pay offer to council workers as waste and school staff plan strike

Cosla has said the talks with trade unions were ‘productive’ as they laid down a new offer amid threats of school walkouts.

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2022

Angus Robertson: Labour-led council to blame for overflowing Edinburgh rubbish

Waste workers in the capital are on strike following a 3.5% pay offer which unions have called ‘derisory’ and ‘pathetic’.

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2022

Sturgeon to make ‘judgment’ on remaining as leader ahead of next election

The First Minister said her ‘default position’ was that she would continue to lead the SNP at the next Holyrood vote.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2022

Johnson ‘disgraceful’ for passing cost-of-living support to successor – Rayner

Labour’s deputy leader has said the Prime Minister has ‘let people down’ at a time when the public need the Government most.

The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2022

Pass rate down from last year as more than 100,000 pupils receive exam results

Pupils across Scotland began to receive their grades on Tuesday morning.

The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2022

It’s life-changing – Ashleigh Buhai savours AIG Women’s Open victory

The South African claimed a nerve-wracking win at Muirfield on the fourth extra hole.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 8, 2022

‘It’s life-changing:’ Ashleigh Buhai savours dramatic Women’s Open victory

The South African claimed a nerve-wracking win at Muirfield on the fourth extra hole

The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2022

Boom review – powerful, humane circus collaboration

Two young companies share acrobatic skills and stories, taking in Gen Z life and the impact of war

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2022

In pictures: Fans return for colourful Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The 2022 extravaganza includes performers from around the world alongside homegrown talent from the UK.

The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2022