The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

Yousaf delays Deposit Return Scheme launch until next March

Proposals to restrict alcohol advertising will also be 'sent back to the drawing board'

Insider UK · Apr 18, 2023

Buffer zone legislation to receive support from trade union body

THE introduction of buffer zones around abortion clinics is expected to be backed by Scotland’s largest trade union body.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 18, 2023

Easdale brothers criticise SNP over 'bus industry crisis'

McGill's bus company owners hit back at government policy - arguing it favours rail subsidies over buses

Insider UK · Apr 18, 2023

Yousaf must be bold on tax to fight poverty and climate change, say campaigners

The First Minister Humza Yousaf said he would consider creating a new tax bracket during the SNP leadership race.

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023

Trade union chief tells Humza Yousaf independence can't be 'top priority'

HUMZA Yousaf's "first priority" must be tackling the cost-of-living crisis - not pursuing indyref2, according to a top trade unionist.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 17, 2023

Union chief in 'wellbeing economy catchphrase' warning to Scottish Government

THE Scottish Government’s commitment to building a “wellbeing economy” risks becoming a mere “catchphrase” if it fails to take concrete…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 17, 2023

First Minister hints he'll hike taxes on wealthiest for public spending boost

THE First Minister has expressed interest in proposals which would see income tax hiked on the wealthiest in society to raise more money for the…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 17, 2023

Bid for railway station to return to Scottish town moving forward

A CAMPAIGN for a railway station to return to a Scottish town is gathering pace.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 17, 2023

Business leaders unite again in plea to halt Deposit Return Scheme

Letter warns than unless the scheme is delayed or stopped, 'it will fail'

Insider UK · Apr 17, 2023

How having our own currency can help fuel indy Scotland’s wellbeing economy

IN this and future articles, the Scottish Currency Group outlines how an independent Scottish Government with its own

The National (Scotland) · Apr 17, 2023