The Latest Breaking News from Scottish Government

Sunak: Reasonable for UK Government to consider blocking Scottish gender law

UK ministers have already hinted they may step in to block the reforms which were passed in Holyrood on Thursday.

The Independent UK · Dec 23, 2022

Insider's guide to the regulation and legislation you need to know about in 2023

From the Deposit Return Scheme to Freedom of Information, via new strike rules and changes to alcohol promotion

Insider UK · Dec 23, 2022

Clydebank plastic-to-hydrogen plant plan axed

Developer cites Green Party-backed moratorium on new incinerators as the main reason

Insider UK · Dec 23, 2022

Dumfries and Galloway's hospitality and tourism businesses call for help with cost of living crisis

South of Scotland Destination Alliance board member Chris Walker believes VAT reductions and lower tax rates would keep facilities open for visitors

Daily Record · Dec 23, 2022

Dumfries and Galloway nurses set to strike for first time in history

Members of the Royal College of Nursing Scotland, as well as the Royal College of Midwives, have voted to reject the latest pay offer from the Scottish Government

Daily Record · Dec 23, 2022

Tory minister hits out at SNP government after MSPs pass gender bill

Women and equalities minister Kemi Badenoch said the passing of the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill has an "impact on the functioning of the Equality Act".

Daily Record · Dec 23, 2022

Struggling Scots nurse 'taking on extra shifts just to afford petrol for work'

Community mental health specialist Jennifer Fox, 32, takes on additional work to help pay bills and provide for her children.

Daily Record · Dec 23, 2022

Trans spat between UK and Scottish governments could have been avoided

Record View says that if the UK Government wins a challenge against the Gender Recognition Reform Bill, it would make a mockery of Holyrood’s ability to pass landmark legislation when required.

Daily Record · Dec 23, 2022

Gender reform bill passed by MSPs despite SNP rebellion against Scottish Government

MSPs have voted through historic gender recognition reforms following three days of heated debate over the controversial proposals.

Daily Record · Dec 22, 2022

Ireland inspired by Scotland with launch of baby box trial

BABY boxes worth 300 euros are finally being rolled out in Ireland following discussions with the Scottish Government.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 22, 2022