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Angus Robertson issues statement amid calls to resign over Israeli diplomat meeting

ANGUS Robertson has issued a statement as he faces calls from within the SNP to step down as External Affairs Secretary amid a row over a meeting…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2024

Minister says 'more clarity' could be provided on Government's Israel meeting

A SCOTTISH Government minister has defended Angus Robertson’s meeting with a senior Israeli diplomat – although said more “clarity” could be…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2024

Scottish Government urged to confirm 'no closer ties with Israel' after meeting

THE Scottish Government is facing calls to confirm it has “no intention” of forging closer ties with Israel amid controversy over a meeting…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2024

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Scottish Government announces initiatives to increase access to rehab

NEW initiatives have been introduced to increase access to residential rehabilitation across Scotland ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2024

Labour panned for plan to bypass Holyrood with new Scotland Office powers

FINANCE Secretary Shona Robison has blasted reports suggesting Labour could change the law to allow Scottish Secretary Ian Murray to bypass Holyrood…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 18, 2024

John Swinney 'sent' Angus Robertson to meeting with Israeli diplomat

JOHN Swinney asked Angus Robertson to attend a highly criticised meeting with a senior Israeli diplomat, according to reports ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 18, 2024

Council tax could surge as UK Government cuts take toll on Scotland, MSP says

COUNCIL tax is likely to surge next year as the UK Government’s squeeze on finances continues to put Scottish Government spending under severe…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 18, 2024

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‘No point’ in trying: Families claim drug services still failing users

PEOPLE dependent on drugs are still unable to get the support and treatment they need – with some claiming there is “no point” trying –…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 18, 2024

Ex-MPs give verdict on what must be debated at SNP conference election review

THE SNP must get back to clearly explaining the “inalienable truth” of the constraints Scotland is under and why it would be better off as an…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 18, 2024

Outrage over re-appointment of CalMac 'absentee board members'

THE reappointment of three Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) board members for another three years has sparked outrage amongst Scottish islanders as…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2024

XL bully owners receive nearly £3000 from Scottish Government for euthanising dogs

PET owners who chose to euthanise their XL bullies have received nearly £3000 in compensation from the Scottish Government.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2024

SNP MP voices 'anger' over Scottish Government meeting with Israel

SNP MPs have locked horns with party high command amid fury over a minister meeting with a senior Israeli diplomat.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2024

Pete Wishart hits back at Labour MP for 'awful' comments on Scottish committee

PETE Wishart has hit back at a Scottish Labour MP who accused SNP Westminster politicians of trying to “put a protective shield around the…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2024

Strict licensing scheme to regulate dog breeding businesses in Scotland unveiled

PLANS to introduce a strict licensing framework for dog breeding businesses in Scotland have been announced ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2024

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The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

Cuts to legal advice in Western Isles threaten 'viability' of community, say locals

A COMMUNITY centre in the Western Isles has penned an open letter to the Scottish Government over concerns that the provision of legal advice at…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

John Swinney challenges Angela Rayner on Winter Fuel Payment cut in Edinburgh meeting

JOHN Swinney confronted Angela Rayner over Labour’s cuts to pensioner benefits during a meeting in Edinburgh.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

Scottish Government rejects planning application to build 180 new houses

THE Scottish Government has dismissed an appeal against a council’s decision to reject plans for 180 homes ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

Greens accuse SNP of 'hypocrisy' on Israel after 'secret meeting' with diplomat

THE SNP have been accused of attempting to “build closer ties to Israel” amid its assault on Gaza, after a minister met with one of the…

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The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

Scottish Government to fund deer culls in bid to cut population by 50,000 a year

THE Scottish Government will pay for deer to be killed in a bid to drive the population down by an additional 50,000 animals each year ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

Only ‘frontline’ public sector jobs in Scotland to be filled due to UK cuts

THE Scottish Government has confirmed a freeze in public sector recruitment in all but "essential frontline" posts as the UK Government's…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2024

Headteachers encouraged to ban children using phones in schools

HEADTEACHERS have been given powers to ban mobile phones in Scottish schools as part of a new raft of measures to tackle bad behaviour in the…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 14, 2024

100 jobs to be created in £3 million boost for whisky industry in Highlands

A HUNDRED new jobs are expected to be created as the Scottish Government announces a £3.1 million cash injection into “green” developments for…

The Conversation · Aug 14, 2024

Ex-offenders can become successful entrepreneurs – here’s what the prisons minister should do to make it happen

James Timpson, former CEO of the high street cobbler and keycutter that bears his family name, was appointed this summer as the UK’s new minister for prisons, probation and reducing re-offending.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 14, 2024

John Swinney breaks silence after 'secret' meeting with Israeli diplomat

JOHN Swinney has broken his silence in the wake of criticism of the Scottish Government for a “secret” meeting with an Israeli diplomat.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 14, 2024

'Party before country': Kate Forbes savages Scottish Labour MPs over benefit cut

KATE Forbes has accused the UK Government of driving "a coach and horses through the devolution settlement" as she launched a fierce…

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