The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

Let Scotland be independent and 'done with the monarchy' says US author Roxane Gay

Roxane Gay said she is a supporter of independence and hopes Scotland can ditch the monarchy

The National (Scotland) · Mar 1, 2023

Council tax in Perth and Kinross to increase by 3.9 per cent

The council tax increase is understood to be currently the lowest approved in mainland Scotland

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

Scottish Secretary Jack accused of trying to ‘sabotage’ deposit return scheme

Lorna Slater, the circular economy minister, hit out at Alister Jack – while Green and SNP MSPs called for him to be sacked.

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

SNP leadership contender Ash Regan announces 'bonkers' currency plan for independent Scotland

Ash Regan claimed a devolved parliament could set up a new central bank and ditch the pound just months after a vote for indepenence.

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

Independent Scotland could have its own currency within months – Regan

The SNP leadership candidate said she would start work on a Scottish currency ahead of an independence vote.

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

Producers responsible for 95% of Scottish drinks containers 'now registered' for DRS

Today also marks the opening of registration for recycling return point operators

Insider UK · Mar 1, 2023

M&S is making major change to Scottish stores as bags to be scrapped

The retail giant is launching the reduced packaging initiative in Scotland following a successful customer trial.

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

SNP demand to know why EU market access good for Northern Ireland and not Scotland

STEPHEN Flynn has demanded to know why Scotland is being "denied" access to the EU single market but Northern Ireland is allowed special…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 1, 2023

PM faces calls to explain why Scotland cannot receive same ‘special’ EU access

SNP MP Joanna Cherry noted that Rishi Sunak had ‘boasted’ the latest Brexit deal puts Northern Ireland in an ‘unbelievably special position’.

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2023

How to watch the BBC Debate Night SNP leadership special tonight

THE SNP leadership candidates are set to face off in the last of four scheduled TV debates. 

The National (Scotland) · Mar 1, 2023