The Latest Breaking News from Kate Forbes

SNP-Green Government announces extra £120m funding for local authorities to head off massive council tax rises

Finance Secretary Kate Forbes said she expected more resources from the UK Government, an outcome that will lead to more cash for councils.

Daily Record · Jan 27, 2022

SNP and Green MSPs expected to nod through Scottish Budget despite fears over council funding

Finance secretary Kate Forbes has claimed Holyrood's Budget for the year ahead is "bold and ambitious" - but opposition parties have warned it leaves local authorities short.

Daily Record · Jan 27, 2022

Finance Secretary Kate Forbes urges MSPs to back ‘bold and ambitious’ Budget

Opposition parties and councils claim local government funding will be cut by £371 million in real terms – which the Scottish Government rejects.

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2022