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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) · Jun 27, 2023

'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) · Jun 22, 2023

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) · Jun 15, 2023

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'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

The National (Scotland) · Jun 13, 2023

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.

Daily Record · Jun 13, 2023

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 ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 5, 2023

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.

Daily Record · May 19, 2023

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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.

The Independent UK · May 12, 2023

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 · May 10, 2023

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.

Daily Record · Apr 26, 2023

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 Independent UK · Apr 25, 2023

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) · Apr 21, 2023

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 National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2023

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

The 22-page petition was published on Wednesday evening.

The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2023

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The Independent UK · Apr 19, 2023

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.

Daily Record · Apr 19, 2023

SNP minister claims 'no option' but to launch legal challenge against UK Government over GRR

The Scottish and UK Governments face another day in court in a row over blocked plans to make it easier for people to switch their legally recognised genders.

Daily Record · Apr 13, 2023

SNP MSP warns of 'humiliating defeat' for Humza Yousaf in gender reform court battle

Ash Regan, a critic of the legislation, urged a rethink of the Government strategy

The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2023

Gender Bill court fight ‘only means’ of defending Scottish democracy – Yousaf

The Scottish Government will take legal action after Westminster vetoed the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill.

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2023

Scotland to launch legal challenge to UK government block on gender reform bill

Petition for judicial review will put new first minister Humza Yousaf on collision course with Westminster

The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2023

Scottish Government to challenge gender Bill block in court

The UK Government used powers under Section 35 of the Scotland Act to stop the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill going forward.

The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2023

UK government faces legal action after blocking Scotland’s gender recognition law

Humza Yousaf’s Scottish government to challenge decision

The National (Scotland) · Apr 12, 2023

Tories' block on Scottish gender reform to be challenged in court

THE Tory government’s decision to block gender reform passed by the Scottish Parliament from becoming law will be challenged in court,…

Daily Record · Apr 12, 2023

Humza Yousaf launches legal challenge to Tory Government gender reform bill veto

The Scottish and UK Governments will face off in a courtroom over the controversial legislation

Daily Record · Apr 10, 2023

People in Scotland urged to check eligibility for devolved disability benefits as new awareness campaign launches

Adult and Child Disability Payment have replaced PIP and DLA for new claims in Scotland.

Daily Record · Apr 10, 2023

Scots mum reliant on disability benefits urges others to check if eligible for new devolved payment

Caroline Milburn, from Edinburgh, said disability benefits have helped cover essential costs for her daughter and give her opportunities she would never have had without them.

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