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SNP policy should 'embrace the defence industry' in Scotland, say former MPs

JOHN Swinney should change SNP policy to embrace the defence industry, two former senior MPs have said.

The National (Scotland)

No changes to council tax 'in this decade', says Scottish Government

THE Scottish Government has said there will not be changes made to council tax “in this decade”.

The National (Scotland)

'Lifesaving' £250K Scottish aid package announced for Democratic Republic of Congo

THE Scottish Government is set to send £250,000 in aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amidst an ongoing humanitarian crisis, activating…

The National (Scotland)

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Scottish Government accused of 'shutting door' on rewilding and beaver restoration

THE Scottish Government has been criticised for cancelling a meeting about beaver restoration and failing to schedule a replacement, with activists…

The National (Scotland)

More families to benefit from free school meals, John Swinney confirms

FREE school meals for children is a key part in the Scottish Government’s “national mission” to end child poverty, the First Minister said as…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish civil service reaches 'record' size, figures show

Scotland's civil service has reached a "record" size, according to Scottish Government figures

The National (Scotland)

'Where's the dignity?': SNP minister hits out at Labour's 'damaging' welfare cuts

A Scottish Government minister has hit out at the UK Government's "damaging" approach to welfare cuts as she called on Labour to 'follow…

The National (Scotland)

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Warning for Scotland as scientists say time running out to limit climate change

THE next Holyrood session will be “make or break” for Scotland’s bid to reach net zero, a charity boss has warned ...

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government ending use of WhatsApp after Covid inquiry criticism

The new policy came into effect on Friday.

Evening Standard

Scottish Government removes WhatsApp from all official devices

THE SCOTTISH Government has removed WhatsApp and other messaging apps from official devices.

The National (Scotland)

'Illogical': Trade union concerns over planned £1bn public service cuts

THE Scottish Government’s plan to reform public services and save billions by the end of the decade has been branded “reckless and illogical”…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government accused of 'sidelining' climate action with emissions plan

THE Scottish Government has been accused of “sidelining” efforts to tackle climate change after it unveiled its proposals for carbon budgets to…

The National (Scotland)

Government recognises financial challenge in mitigating two-child cap – minister

The Scottish Government has announced it will open applications for mitigation of the welfare policy on March 2.

Evening Standard

Scottish Government sets date for end of two-child cap in Scotland

Ministers will mitigate the Westminster policy from March 2 – just weeks before the 2026 Holyrood election.

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Winter fuel payment in Scotland to match UK benefit

First Minister John Swinney confirmed the move in the wake of the Chancellor’s U-turn last week.

The National (Scotland)

Gillian Martin clashes with BBC Scotland host over Scottish independence

A SCOTTISH Government minister has clashed with a BBC presenter during an interview about how the SNP plans on delivering independence ...

Evening Standard

SNP’s wish to ‘throw open our borders’ would risk security – Badenoch

The Scottish Government has long pushed for a shift on immigration.

The National (Scotland)

Youth violence summit ‘absolutely’ not a talking shop, insists Justice Secretary

The Scottish Government’s youth violence summit was “absolutely” not a talking shop, the Justice Secretary has said.

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Mairi McAllan talks leadership aspirations and tackling Scotland’s housing emergency

Straight back into the deep end would be an understatement for Mairi McAllan yesterday ...

The National (Scotland)

Housing development to go ahead after Scottish Government overrules council

A DECISION by councillors to refuse planning permission for a housing development has been overruled – with developers targeting starting work in…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government accused of 'lack of transparency' over arms firms funding review

The Scottish Government has been accused of a "lack of transparency" over its failure to give an update on a review into human rights…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government rules out reopening national park process

THE Scottish Government has ruled out creating a new national park for the country ahead of next May’s Holyrood elections ...

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government not ruling out changes to devolved Winter Fuel Payment

The Scottish Government has not ruled out making changes to its equivalent on the winter fuel payment scheme, amid concerns some pensioners could be…

The Independent UK

Scottish Government refuses to rule out changes to pensioners’ winter payment

A spokesperson for John Swinney refused to rule out making changes in the wake of the UK Government’s U-turn on winter heating payments.

Evening Standard

SNP opposition to new nuclear power stations ‘makes no sense’, says Miliband

The Energy Secretary accused the party of ‘sticking their heads in the sand’ on the subject.

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