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BBC defends failure to include Scottish Government update on Raac in news show

THE BBC failed to include a key statement from a Scottish Government minister on Raac concrete during its flagship morning news programme.

The National (Scotland)

Rishi Sunak slammed for refusing funds to devolved governments for concrete repairs

It is unsustainable for the UK Government to refuse to provide new funds for devolved administrations to replace potentially dangerous concrete,…

The National (Scotland)

Sunak urged to provide funds to devolved governments for concrete repair work

The Scottish Social Justice Secretary said it would be a ‘dereliction of duty’ if the Prime Minister and Chancellor do not pass on more cash.

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No UK cash to fix crumbling concrete in Scottish schools – as two more found

THE UK Government has ruled out sending cash to fix problems with crumbling concrete in Scottish schools as two more were confirmed to have the…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish ministers knew of Raac school risks last summer, Somerville says

The Social Justice Secretary said she will be as open as possible with the public on the risk to public buildings.

The Independent UK

Expectant parents urged to apply for grants as 'baby boom' months approach

EXPECTANT parents are being urged to apply for payments they are entitled to at the earliest opportunity as Scotland enters its “baby boom”…

The National (Scotland)

Independent Scotland would have migrants commissioner, says Scottish minister

An independent Scotland could have a migrants commissioner to champion the rights of those who have moved to the country from other nations.

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Independent Scotland would have migrants commissioner, says Somerville

The Social Justice Secretary said the commissioner would ‘speak up for’ those who have chosen to move to Scotland from other countries.

The Independent UK

Scottish Labour warns home ownership will become unaffordable as prices soar

The party was reacting to recent statistics revealed by the Office for National Statistics.

The Independent UK

Suella Braverman slams Scottish Government plan to decriminalise drugs at 'fiery' meeting

SNP ministers last week demanded an end to people being arrested and charged for possessing small amounts of banned substances.

Daily Record

UK Government challenged to adopt UNCRC as 'blocked' bill to be brought forward

SOCIAL justice secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has confirmed changes will be made to UNCRC legislation to allow it to be introduced in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

'Trailblazer' Winnie Ewing's influence on pro-Yes MSPs hailed in Holyrood

Ewing’s influence on getting women into politics, and sustaining the independence movement, was at the forefront of MSPs minds as the news broke…

The National (Scotland)

Questions as Reporting Scotland 'edits' key quote from Scottish Cabinet Secretary

REPORTING Scotland is facing questions over a decision to “edit” a key quote from a Scottish Cabinet Secretary.

The National (Scotland)

'Brass neck': Social Justice Secretary clashes with Tory MSP over child poverty

Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville told MSPs that the Scottish Government is “turning the tide” on child poverty

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Jenny Gilruth to meet Dargavel Primary parents after costly council class sizes blunder

Renfrewshire Council will have to spend millions of pounds to fix the issue.

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Scotland 'set precedent for UK to follow', top charity says of food bank plans

SCOTLAND has set “a precedent for other governments around the UK to follow”, a leading charity has said ...

Daily Record

Young people on PIP, ADP or DLA to receive one-off £235 winter payment this year

More than 26,000 payments worth £5.7m to help with heating costs were made during winter 2022/2023.

The Independent UK

Income thresholds to be removed from healthy food payments from 2024

Payments to help parents buy healthy food will no longer be means-tested, the Scottish Government has confirmed.

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SNP MP who questioned party finances faces selection battle to keep his seat

Douglas Chapman resigned as SNP treasurer in 2021 after less than six months in the role.

Daily Record

Young people on disability benefits to receive £235 payment to help with energy bills later this year

More than 26,000 Child Winter Heating Assistance payments worth £5.7 million were made during winter 2022/2023.

The Independent UK

Somerville: UK Government attempting to confuse public on migration Bill

The Social Justice Secretary restated the Scottish Government’s opposition to the Illegal Migration Bill during a debate in Holyrood.

The National (Scotland)

Tory peer in 'devo reverse' and 'aggressive' Dominic Raab

Here's the very worst of what's been going on in Westminster this week...

The National (Scotland)

Legal case claims Alister Jack's concerns around gender reform are 'irrational'

CONCERNS raised by the Scottish Secretary relating to gender recognition reform are “irrational”, the Scottish Government has argued in a…

The Independent UK

Scottish Secretary ‘irrational’ to block gender reforms, minister argue

The 22-page petition was published on Wednesday evening.

The Independent UK

Scottish Government refuses to publish legal advice on gender law challenge

The UK Government blocked the Bill over concerns it could interfere with UK-wide equalities legislation.

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