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The real reason some Edinburgh New Town tenements have their windows boarded up

If you walk around the New Town for long enough, and watch with an eagle eye, past all the upmarket shops and restaurants, and focus on the intriguing architecture, you may notice something rather peculiar.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 9, 2023

Activist groups call on FM to create ministerial role for Scottish languages

A PETITION calling for the appointment of a Minister for Scottish Languages to help protect Scotland’s unique linguistic heritage has been…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 9, 2023

The international wellbeing economy policies that could transform Scotland

THE transition to a wellbeing economy​ is, perhaps, one of the most ambitious policy commitments ever proposed by the Scottish Government.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 9, 2023

Humza Yousaf gives 'unequivocal' backing to buffer zone legislation

HUMZA Yousaf has given his “unequivocal” backing to plans to create buffer zones outside abortion clinics.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 8, 2023

Stephen Flynn accuses UK Government of "betrayal"

Stephen Flynn has accused the UK Government of “betrayal” – after they refused to match the Scottish Government’s investment to help move…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2023

Spying on SNP ministers, GB News probe and more 'cruel' asylum seeker plans

THE latest edition of The Worst of Westminster is out now covering the most rage-inducing stories of the week from the Houses of Parliament.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2023

Humza Yousaf to recruit new Scottish Government spin doctor

The First Minister has decided not to appoint any of his existing special advisers to the top job and will be looking to make an external…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2023

Brucehill and Bonhill incidents show the need for a greater police presence says MSP

Dumbarton MSP Jackie Baillie made the calls as she demanded that the Scottish Government ensure policing numbers are maintained - after outgoing Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone admitted savings across the service are necessary.

Daily Record · Apr 7, 2023

Young people caring for someone with a health condition could be due annual payment worth nearly £360

The Young Carer Grant is for Scots aged 16, 17 or 18 who provide up to 16 hours of care each week.

Daily Record · Apr 7, 2023

Labour MSP accused of ‘transphobia’ over Nike boycott tweet

Labour MSP Pauline McNeill has been accused of transphobia after she tweeted that she will boycott Nike over their newest women’s ambassador...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2023