The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

Scots NHS in 'crisis’ but England’s only faces ‘challenges’, Scottish Tories claim

THE Scottish Tories have refused to say that there is a “crisis” in the NHS in England – despite using the term to describe the situation…

The National (Scotland) · Jan 4, 2023

Union bosses claim rejected pay deal has been "imposed" on Dumfries and Galloway workers

Members of three unions had voted to reject the offer from the Scottish Government, with two unions opting to accept it

Daily Record · Jan 4, 2023

Homeless living in Glasgow 'hellholes' as council breach legal safeguards over 2,000 times in a year

The Unsuitable Accommodation Order was brought in to stop councils from putting people in digs like B&Bs and cheap hotels - the council has admitted to breaching it.

Glasgow Live · Jan 4, 2023

New Scottish discount scheme urges seven priority groups to buy first home - are you eligible?

The scheme is open to seven priority groups and aims to get people, such as first time buyers and those on a low income, on the property ladder and getting them into a new home.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 3, 2023

Parking restrictions set to be introduced in Luss - after pressure from residents

Banning of driving within the core village area, except for residents and business owners, restricted parking unless with a local permit, and a stop to parking on the old A82 except for short stay bays are part of the plans.

Daily Record · Jan 3, 2023

New payment for unpaid carers due to launch in Scotland at end of this year

A full rollout of the new devolved payment is planned for Spring 2024.

Daily Record · Jan 3, 2023

Edinburgh and Lothians teachers strike in January - all the dates you need to know

Primary and secondary school teachers across Scotland are set to strike following a dispute over pay after the EIS rejected a five percent pay increase - Here's all the dates you need to know.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 3, 2023

‘Unacceptable lack of clarity’ on changes needed to meet net zero targets

Think tank report criticises government policy and proposes new initiatives to curb climate crisis

Insider UK · Jan 3, 2023

Controversial Glasgow 'party flats' plan thrown out after appeal

The hospitality firm behind the scheme at Minerva Way had appealed to the Scottish Government after councillors refused the plans, but it has not been successful.

Glasgow Live · Jan 3, 2023

Scottish Government looks at ways to reduce regulatory burden on businesses

New taskforce set to examine ways of easing financial pressures on the private sector

Insider UK · Jan 3, 2023