The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

Yousaf pledges to fund infrastructure by issuing Scottish Government bonds

The First Minister said it would said it would ‘raise Scotland’s profile’ and attract investors.

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023

Five key things we learned from Humza Yousaf's speech to SNP conference

FIRST Minister Humza Yousaf placed a distinct emphasis on the NHS, the economy and helping people through the cost-of-living crisis in his speech to…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Keir Starmer victory could spoil Scottish Labour's Holyrood chances, says expert

A LABOUR Government in Westminster could present opportunities for the SNP in Holyrood, an expert has argued.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Humza Yousaf announces council tax freeze next year

HUMZA Yousaf has announced a freeze on council tax in Scotland next year to help people through the cost of living crisis.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Telegraph column says Scotland rugby fans should ‘swallow pride’ and support England

A COLUMN in The Telegraph has argued that Scottish, Irish and Welsh fans should “swallow their pride” and support England in the Rugby World Cup.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Scotland's best hotel for 2024 named in prestigious guide

Scotland’s best hotel for 2024 has been named by the prestigious Good Hotel Guide.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Scottish Labour MPs dodge vote on more devolution for Scotland

SCOTLAND’S new Labour MP dodged a vote on bringing in a bill to give the Scottish Government powers over employment law.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

School support staff accept new pay offer but criticise 'frustrating' process

Cosla has welcomed the response from GMB and Unite members in voting to accept a new pay offer, although faced criticism for a 'frustrating' pay…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Scottish Child Payment should be replicated in Wales, Plaid Cymru leader says

PLAID Cymru’s leader has said he would like to see an equivalent of the Scottish Child Payment implemented in Wales where a third of children live…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Amber weather warning for Scotland as Storm Babet approaches the UK

The Met Office has updated weather warnings as the second named storm of the season approaches the UK on Wednesday.

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023