Next first minister must prioritise economic growth, says business leader Dr Liz Cameron, of the Scottish Chamber of Commerce, said the country needed a credible plan to drive economic growth. The Independent UK · Mar 22, 2023
Next First Minister 'must tackle persistent productivity problem' Latest research reveals mixed progress across leading indicators Insider UK · Mar 22, 2023
Humza Yousaf brands Westminster a 'foreign government' in leadership debate row over gender reforms The heath secretary and Kate Forbes clashed over whether the Scottish Government should launch a legal challenge over Tory ministers blocking the GRR bill. Daily Record · Mar 21, 2023
Minimum unit pricing saving 'significantly more lives than expected', says charity Alison Douglas, chief executive of Alcohol Focus Scotland, said the results of the study were “absolutely amazing” and go way beyond what was… The National (Scotland) · Mar 21, 2023
What next for this landmark Scottish castle after potential buyer drops bid? “WHAT the hell can be done to make this castle not a liability but an asset?” The National (Scotland) · Mar 21, 2023
Glasgow trees 'blocking light from garden' spared chop - as they are not a hedge Glasgow City Council had ordered the trees in Ruchill to be cut to three metres following concerns from a local resident but the Scottish Government has now stepped in. Glasgow Live · Mar 21, 2023
What is a wellbeing economy and what does it mean for Scotland? ON Wednesday MSPs are set to hold a debate on Scotland’s transition to a wellbeing economy. The National (Scotland) · Mar 21, 2023
Tory claiming 'secrecy' around DRS firm could 'find answers on Google', says Slater The circular economy minister faced questions after it emerged the chief executive of Circularity Scotland was on a £300,000 salary. The National (Scotland) · Mar 21, 2023
Falkirk Council warns of cost of looking after young asylum seekers The cost to the council for looking after the young people is expected to more than £350,000 Daily Record · Mar 21, 2023
Parking fines in Midlothian to rise to £100 as council bid to hit income target The Scottish Government has given local authorities additional powers to increase fixed parking penalty charges up to £100 from April 1 this year Edinburgh Live · Mar 21, 2023
Edinburgh social care services slammed in 'appalling' report The report comes after wide-ranging inspection ordered by the Scottish Governent last year and warns that action is needed to address a 'litany of failures'. Edinburgh Live · Mar 21, 2023
Scotland has shrunk carbon footprint by a third since 2006 peak, figures show SCOTLAND'S carbon footprint has decreased by almost a third from its peak in 2006, figures show. The National (Scotland) · Mar 21, 2023
'No drop in private rental properties' despite rent freeze Estate agency claims that revenue from property taxes in Scotland has collapsed so far this year Insider UK · Mar 21, 2023
Government proposes freeport tax relief Consultation begins on changes to current Land and Buildings Transaction Tax rules Insider UK · Mar 21, 2023
Insider UK · Mar 21, 2023 NHS strikes averted as nursing and midwives unions accept pay deal Meanwhile, Scottish Parliament staff will earn a minimum of £15 an hour after a 'landmark' agreement
The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023 NHS strikes in Scotland averted as nursing and midwives unions accept pay deal NHS strikes in Scotland have been averted after unions representing midwives and nurses voted to accept the Scottish Government’s pay offer.
Daily Record · Mar 20, 2023 Scots NHS strikes averted after midwives and nurses agree to new pay deal Unions representing both groups of workers have narrowly agreed on the new deal, which equates to an average wage rise of 6.5%.
The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023 UK Government is 'actively undermining' Scotland overseas, says Angus Robertson THERE is an “emerging pattern of active undermining of Scottish interests overseas” by the UK Government, Scotland’s constitution secretary…
The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023 Damning UN climate report must spark urgent global action, say Greens Scientists have delivered a “final warning” on the urgent need to take more ambitious action on climate change after the publication of a…
The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023 Leading doctor warns of 'dire' situation for Scotland's GPs A LEADING doctor has described the situation for Scotland’s GPs as “dire” and warned that the country is “sleepwalking towards a two-tier…
Edinburgh Live · Mar 20, 2023 Edinburgh's budget for building new council homes 'almost cut in half' The housebuilding budget is under increasing pressure following a two-year rent freeze and rising construction costs, but the council says its targets have not changed.
Insider UK · Mar 20, 2023 Mortons Rolls back in production - first look inside 'Our aim is to get back to basics and give the public what they want'
The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023 Inside Nicola Sturgeon's last week as First Minister - what does she have planned? NICOLA Sturgeon is kicking off her final week as Scottish First Minister with an appearance on Loose Women.
Insider UK · Mar 20, 2023 Fishing group says marine protected area plan could have 'catastrophic impact' on industry and needs radical rethink Strategy aims to preserve ecosystems but sector warns more planning is needed
The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023 Fishing group asks government to 'radically rethink' marine protected area plan Scotland’s fishing industry has called on the Scottish Government to have a “radical rethink” on its plans to introduce new marine…