The Latest Breaking News from Kate Forbes

There is a credible path forward for Scottish independence, says Kate Forbes

KATE Forbes has said that there is still a “credible path” forward for Scottish independence ...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 18, 2024

Forbes vows Scotland will capitalise on ‘opportunities’ of net zero transition

Kate Forbes is due to attend a meeting with senior figures in the offshore wind and hydrogen industries on Monday.

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2024

Growth deal worth £150m agreed for Falkirk and Grangemouth

A NEAR £150 million growth deal has been signed by the UK and Scottish governments to help the local economy in Falkirk and Grangemouth and…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2024

Whisky production returns to Scottish village after more than 170 years

Whisky production has returned to a historic Speyside community after nearly two centuries, with the first distillation at The Cabrach Distillery…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 26, 2024

Patrick Harvie: 'Extreme' Kate Forbes could affect conversion therapy ban

A SCOTTISH Greens co-leader has suggested the “extreme” influence of Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes could lead to a watered-down ban on…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 25, 2024

BBC apologises after SNP hit out at 'false claim' on Scottish income tax

THE SNP have accused BBC Scotland of failing to “grasp the basics of the Scottish income tax system” after a “false claim” on one of its…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 24, 2024

'Missing out': Call for Scottish Government to back new marina in Arran

THERE are calls for the Scottish Government to back plans for a new marina in Arran after locals said were missing out when compared to their island…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 15, 2024

Scotland's unemployment rate now below UK-wide figure, new data shows

UNEMPLOYMENT in Scotland has dropped in the last quarter and is now below that of the UK as a whole, the latest figures indicate ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 15, 2024

Scottish Gaelic centre welcomes government grant for virtual experience

A GAELIC centre in Islay has welcomed Scottish Government funding for a virtual experience as part of efforts to grow the language ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2024

Royal National Mòd returns to Oban with as 10,000 visitors expected

A HISTORIC Gaelic festival has kicked off for another year, as around 10,000 people are expected to flock to Oban ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2024