The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

Plans to limit land ownership in Scotland given seal of approval by public

PROPOSALS to place a presumed limit on how much land the ‘super rich’ can own in Scotland have been given the seal of approval in a consultation.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 19, 2023

Shona Robison reveals 'late decision' on council tax freeze

DEPUTY First Minister Shona Robison has revealed a decision to freeze council tax next year was only taken in the 48 hours leading up to Humza…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 19, 2023

‘Real anger’ at Scottish Government decision to freeze council tax – Cosla

The announcement attracted the ire of Cosla leaders who are due to meet the Deputy First Minister on Wednesday.

The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023

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

Key points in Humza Yousaf’s speech to the SNP conference

The SNP leader froze council tax, announced a new Scottish financial bond and called for a Gaza refugee programme.

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023

Scottish Government to issue first ever bond in SNP's 'most ambitious proposal yet'

The Scottish Government will take steps to issue its first ever bond to finance key infrastructure in Scotland, the First Minister has announced.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2023

Council tax to be frozen in Scotland next year, says First Minister

The Scottish Government had consulted on plans that could see council tax rise by between 7.5% and 22.5% on the most valuable properties.

The Independent UK · 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

GMB members accept schools pay deal as Unison rejection mean strikes loom

A total of 62% of GMB members balloted accepted the deal.

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023