The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

Yousaf branded ‘incompetent’ over Scottish Government’s record on dentistry

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar said only a fifth of dental practices in Scotland are taking on new NHS patients.

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2023

Sturgeon: Extra £320m for Scotland in Budget not nearly enough

Holyrood ministers will be allocated the additional funding through Barnett consequentials in light of the Chancellor’s spending plans for England.

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2023

Change of tune mooted by Stirling councillors over budget cuts in wake of Big Noise funding

The funding was found by the Scottish Government after the Big Noise projects in Aberdeen and Dundee were threatened.

Daily Record · Mar 16, 2023

Budget branded ‘missed opportunity’ by Swinney despite £320m for Scotland

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has unveiled his latest spending plans.

The Independent UK · Mar 15, 2023

Tories 'pit food production against climate' as MSPs debate future of farming

ON Wednesday afternoon, MSPs debated the proposed Vision for Agriculture in Scotland – a document which sets out the government’s ambitions for…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 15, 2023

Humza Yousaf campaign helped by Nicola Sturgeon aide

HUMZA Yousaf’s campaign has received help from a top aide to Nicola Sturgeon. 

The National (Scotland) · Mar 15, 2023

'Vape crusader' Laura Young hails Glasgow backing for disposable e-cigs ban

Glasgow City Council has become the third Scots local authority to urge Holyrood ministers to outlaw the polluting single-use devices.

Daily Record · Mar 15, 2023

Young people caring for someone with a disability urged to claim annual payment worth nearly £360

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

Daily Record · Mar 15, 2023

Swimming pools group appeals to Scottish Government for cash to stay afloat

Community Leisure UK is concerned some facilities might have to close as energy costs and other bills surge.

The Independent UK · Mar 15, 2023

£250 million wasted as thousands died from drug overdoses in Scotland

New First Minister must make tackling Scotland's drug death crisis a priority, says Record View.

Daily Record · Mar 15, 2023