The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

‘No robust evidence’ to support a ban on alcohol advertising, report reveals

There is “no robust evidence” in favour of a ban on alcohol advertising, a report has insisted.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Scotland ‘will follow Irish citizenship model after independence’

SCOTLAND will follow an Irish citizenship model after independence, First Minister Humza Yousaf will announce.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Plans for 'world leading' carbon tax on Scotland's largest estates gains momentum

A RANGE of community groups, trade unions, churches, charities, and businesses representing over a million members are calling for the introduction…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Scotland set for new £500 million pumped storage hydro plant - if UK steps up

APPROVAL has been granted to an energy firm for the construction of a new underground pumped storage hydro plant in Argyll.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

Can Westminster really 'sanction' Scotland? A legal expert explains

The House of Lords - in current focus because of the questionable system of patronage given to Prime Ministers disgraced or otherwise - yesterday…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

Lord says Scottish ministers should be FINED for promoting independence

AN unelected peer has said Westminster should have the power to FINE Scottish ministers working to promote independence.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

Scotland reacts as UK mulls independence campaign 'sanctions'

YESSERS have reacted with fury to the revelation the UK Government is considering sanctioning the Scottish Government for spending money on…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

First Minister calls on UK Government to provide support for power storage

Drax has pledged to build a £500 million facility in Argyll and Bute if it receives support from the UK Government.

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023

UK to consider 'sanctions' over Scottish Government independence spending

THE UK Government will consider “sanctions” that could be imposed on the Scottish Government for spending money on areas such as independence,…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

Rural and island communities get chance to shape Scottish Government policy

RURAL and island communities will have a chance to have their voices heard in local and national decision-making as a result of a Scottish…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023