The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

Nicola Sturgeon’s key achievements and challenges in office

The winner of the race to replace the longest-serving first minister in Scotland’s history was declared on Monday.

The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2023

How the world's media reported on Humza Yousaf's SNP election win

HUMZA Yousaf’s election as SNP leader, and expected nomination as Scotland’s first Muslim leader, has made headlines around the world.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 27, 2023

Scottish Greens vote to continue partnership with the SNP in Government

The party council unanimously voted to support Humza Yousaf in becoming First Minister and to continue with the Bute House Agreement.

Daily Record · Mar 27, 2023

£2 million for island hub in one of John Swinney's last acts as deputy FM

AN island hub is to receive £2 million in additional funding.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 27, 2023

Scots college counsellors facing axe despite huge demand from stressed-out students

Eighty counsellors have been employed in Scotland’s colleges and universities, allowing students vital access to mental health support.

Daily Record · Mar 27, 2023

No records kept in Scotland for children falling ill from vaping

It comes amid our campaign to outlaw disposable brands of e-cigs which are becoming a growing litter and ­pollution menace.

Daily Record · Mar 27, 2023

Irn-Bru makers join firms saying deposit return scheme shouldn't be delayed

SOFT drinks giants including Coca-Cola and the makers of Irn-Bru have joined together to urge Scotland’s next first minister to make introducing…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2023

Alister Jack: Holyrood ministers 'sought conflict' to further independence goals

ALISTER Jack has claimed that Scottish Government ministers have actively “sought conflict with Westminster, simply to further their goal of…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2023

John Curtice says Kate Forbes may still lead Government if Greens back out of deal

IF Kate Forbes wins the SNP leadership election and the Scottish Greens refuse to work with her, will the Scottish Government fall?

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2023

Yousaf-backer casts doubt on one of his key leadership pledges

A PROMINENT Humza Yousaf-backer has cast doubt on whether he can achieve one of his key policy pledges.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2023