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I will be 'mindful' of arts funding despite 'difficult choices', says John Swinney

JOHN Swinney has said he will be “very mindful” of funding for the arts despite “difficult choices” facing the Scottish Government, after…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 29, 2024

Famous Scottish artists send letter to First Minister on culture cuts

A NUMBER of famous Scottish artists have sent an open letter to urge John Swinney to restore music and arts funding.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2024

Kate Forbes hails Scottish GDP growth 'despite restraints of Brexit and devolution'

KATE Forbes has hailed new figures showing Scotland’s GDP growth in the second quarter of 2024 “despite the restrictions of the devolution…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2024

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'I want it to stay': FM reacts amid reports 'free' Scottish services could be cut

JOHN Swinney has said he wants "everybody" to continue receiving universal services like free prescription and university tuition, amid…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2024

Rachel Reeves pins blame for cuts on SNP during visit to Scotland

CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves has claimed the SNP government “is as guilty as the Conservative government” when it comes to issues with the…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2024

Activist group welcomes UN committee call to tackle anti-Irish racism in Scotland

AN activist group has welcomed a UN committee's recommendation that the Scottish Government take action on anti-Irish racism ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2024

It's looking like Tory rot will simply be replaced by Labour rot

There is no end to the duplicity of Labour's Scottish branch manager Anas Sarwar ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2024

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Scottish Tory leadership candidate pitches tax cuts for millionaires

MURDO Fraser would give millionaires a tax cut of £35,000 while leaving rates for part-time workers untouched, according to one of his campaign…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2024

Keir Starmer's weather comment proves fuel poverty point, warns minister

A SCOTTISH minister has taken aim at a comment Keir Starmer made about the weather during a major speech in the Downing Street rose garden ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2024

Anas Sarwar: People will find Keir Starmer's doom and gloom 'refreshing'

ANAS Sarwar has said people will find Keir Starmer’s warning of a “painful” first Budget “quite refreshing”.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2024

Experts: 'Uncertainty' for Holyrood funding with UK cuts 'adding to pressure'

THE Scottish Government faces "considerable uncertainty" around its funding ahead of the upcoming Westminster Budget, independent economic…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2024

Free iPad scheme 'to be paused by Scottish Government to fund council pay deals'

A scheme providing free iPads and laptops to people in Scotland who are “digitally excluded” is to be suspended to help cover the cost of…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2024

Nature charity challenges ‘disappointing’ Scottish Government move to redirect funds

A NATURE charity has challenged the Scottish Government move to redirect money intended for restoring nature and improving biodiversity towards…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2024

Cuts in UK's arts sector are 'of great concern', says Edinburgh Fringe boss

The UK is on course for “job losses, exclusion and boring art” if cuts to the arts sector continue, the head of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2024

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The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2024

SNP ministers urged to 'reconsider' scrapping asylum seekers free bus travel plans

MINISTERS have been urged to reconsider scrapping plans to give asylum seekers free bus travel across Scotland – and scolded for the “unfair”…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2024

Cuts in Scotland 'not related' to UK Government cuts, Anas Sarwar claims

CUTS in Scotland are “not related” to cuts made by the UK Government, Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has claimed ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2024

SNP open to working with Alba or Unionists to pass budget, party says

THE SNP have said they are open to working with Alba or Unionist parties to pass a budget – as new research showed the majority of their voters…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 25, 2024

Plans to extend Scottish 'embassies' paused amid spending pressures

PLANS to expand the Scottish Government’s overseas offices in Europe are on hold as ministers prepare for spending cuts.

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The National (Scotland) · Aug 25, 2024

Decriminalisation must be on the table to tackle Scotland's drug deaths, say experts

THIS week, Scotland recorded a year-on-year increase in drug-related deaths.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24, 2024

'Finally': Groups welcome proposed ban on bottom trawling in protected areas

LAST year’s stooshie over the proposed introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas has undoubtedly increased scrutiny on marine policy in…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24, 2024

SNP 'mimicking Labour with cuts claims – but Scotland has options', Green MSP says

THE SNP are “mimicking” the Labour government in claiming that cuts are essential when there are in fact political choices that could avoid…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24, 2024

Scottish Government faces fresh calls to end grants for firms arming Israel

THE SCOTTISH Government is facing call to end public grants for companies that are arming Israel...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 23, 2024

Scottish Government instructed to take action on anti-Irish racism by UN committee

A UN committee has instructed the Scottish Government to take action on anti-Irish racism in the country ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 23, 2024

Academics call for apology from Edinburgh University after Israeli diplomat meeting

EDINBURGH University academics have called on the institution to make a public apology after the principal met with Israel’s deputy ambassador to…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 23, 2024

Shona Robison to give statement next month on 'profound financial pressures'

SCOTLAND’S Finance Secretary is set to update MSPs next month outlining urgent action being taken to address “profound financial pressures”.

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