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SNP must use its powers to prevent fuel poverty and not copy London Tories

Former Labour Prime Minister Gordon Brown argues plight of families can only be ended by targeted aid.

Daily Record

Scotland ready to welcome 3,000 Ukrainian refugees immediately – Sturgeon

The First Minister said the Scottish Government could be a ‘super sponsor’ for refugees fleeing Ukraine.

The Independent UK

Edinburgh fourth lowest for Covid-19 vaccines, according to Scottish Government

The latest Public Health Scotland figures show that almost one third of Edinburgh residents have not received all three of their doses of the coronavirus vaccine.

Edinburgh Live

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Dumfries and Galloway firefighters scrambling to help elderly residents with smoke alarm dilemma

Pensioners and vulnerable people across the region have been caught out by new Scottish Government legislation

Daily Record

Scottish Government proposals could ban companies from dumping unsold goods

Ministers believe such a move would address public concerns about products being destroyed or ending up in landfill

Insider UK

Scottish Government could ban companies from dumping unsold goods

Ministers are considering emulating France and forcing businesses to recycle or donate to charity instead

Glasgow Live

Support offered to Lanarkshire women affected by historical adoption practices

The Scottish Government has provided funding for the new measure for women and families affected throughout Lanarkshire

Daily Record

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Lanarkshire workers at Dawnfresh have been 'betrayed' as MSP calls on Scottish Government to pay redundant staff

Monica Lennon says some staff at the Uddingston factory are having to turn to foodbanks

Daily Record

Former top civil servant Leslie Evans ‘unable’ to speak to Holyrood committee

Her successor as Permanent Secretary said Ms Evans was unable to give evidence to the Finance and Public Administration Committee.

The Independent UK

Scottish councils face 'financially uncertain' future

Audit Scotland report reveals local authority funding cuts of 4.2% in real terms

Insider UK

West Dunbartonshire to raise council tax by 3% to prevent cuts

The council has managed to use the small increase, as well as reserved an additional Scottish Government funds, to avoid making any cuts to services in their budget.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow tower evacuees 'in limbo' 40 days after being forced from their homes

Residents living near the Trinity Tower are facing 'massive financial, mental and physical stress' due to being unable to return to their homes for over a month.

Glasgow Live

New disability benefit set to replace PIP later this month involves no 'tests' during assessment

Applications for Adult Disability Payment opens to new claimants from March 21.

Daily Record

MSP says 'no one should ever have to make the choice between heating or eating' as home heating support fund launched

Lanarkshire MSP Christina McKelvie has welcomed the £4million Scottish Government scheme.

Daily Record

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Nicola Sturgeon backs proposal to criminalise misogyny

The First Minister supported plans to create a new statutory aggravation of misogyny which would be considered during sentencing.

The Independent UK

Misogyny should be criminalised to protect women from abuse, report suggests

A study compiled for the Scottish Government suggests the creation of new offences to tackle hate crimes against women.

The Independent UK

Elderly people asked for their views on future care in Scotland

The Scottish Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation on care for older people.

Daily Record

Lanarkshire MSP hosts surgery to help constituents hit by the energy crisis

Households can now apply directly to the Scottish Government’s £4 million Home Heating Support Fund to help with soaring energy bills

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Daily Record

Council tax debt in West Dunbartonshire hits £8m, as cost of living soars

New information obtained under Freedom of Information revealed that in 2020/21 alone, almost 15,000 cases in the region were referred to sheriff officers.

Daily Record

Scots poverty hotspots 'being failed by ministers' drug and alcohol policies'

Audit Scotland said 'long-standing inequalities' remain in poorest neighbourhoods because of a lack of action by the Scottish Government.

Daily Record

SNP MSP accuses Westminster of ‘council tax swindle’ over cost of living cash

Kenneth Gibson made the comment amid a row between the Scottish and UK Governments on funding

The Independent UK

Holyrood Finance Committee convener slams Westminster ‘council tax swindle’

SNP MSP Kenneth Gibson hit out at the UK Government.

Daily Record

Huge cash boost for Stewartry community groups aiming to boost mental health

Castle Douglas IT Centre and Local Initiatives in New Galloway are among the organisations receiving grants from the Scottish Government’s communities, mental health and wellbeing fund

Daily Record

Dozens of library closures across Scotland blamed on SNP 'underfunding' local councils

There are fears the impact of the coronavirus pandemic could force cash-strapped councils to close even more cultural facilities.

Glasgow Live

Scottish parents 'forced to give up their children' in historic adoption urged to share experiences

New support for those affected by historic adoptions were announced as a fresh appeal was made for women and families affected by historical adoption practices to share their experiences to the Scottish Government.

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