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Call to charge second home owners in Scotland four times normal council tax

SCOTLAND should follow Wales by introducing a council tax premium of four times the normal rate on second and empty homes, says the STUC...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 12, 2023

Council tax rises only 'tinkering around the edges', says union official

The Daily Record reported last week that one in four Scots could face a 22.5 per cent rise in council tax.

Daily Record · Jul 3, 2023

Home Safe campaign to end ‘grim choice’ faced by late night workers

A new campaign has been launched in a bid to end the “grim choice” faced by bar and restaurant staff retuning home at the end of late night…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 1, 2023

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'Regrettable and illuminating': Trade unions criticise Scottish investment zones

TRADE unions have criticised the Scottish Government for greenlighting the UK’s investment zone plans in Aberdeen and Glasgow.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 30, 2023

Council tax bombshell as 22 per cent hike to affect one in four Scots households

A leaked paper has revealed that one in four households in Scotland face huge increases in council tax, even though people are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.

Glasgow Live · Jun 27, 2023

Council tax bombshell as leaked doc reveals plans for 22 per cent rise to hit one in four Scots households

EXCLUSIVE: One in four households in Scotland face massive hikes in council tax under plans being discussed by SNP ministers and local authorities.

Daily Record · Jun 27, 2023

First Minister denounces Westminster's 'anti-strike' laws during trade union meeting

FIRST Minister Humza Yousaf has stressed his commitment to protecting workers’ rights after meeting with trade union chiefs.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 20, 2023

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Bid for nuclear weapon ban in independent Scotland constitution welcomed by activists

A bid to ban nuclear weapons being based in Scotland through a written constitution has been welcomed by activists and politicians.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 19, 2023

These five families could fund 10 per cent pay rise for EVERY public sector worker

THE increase in wealth of Scotland’s five richest families in the past year would be enough to fund a 10 pay rise for every public sector worker…

The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023

Workers in devolved areas at 'beck and call of UK Government' after strike bill vote

SCOTTISH workers – including in devolved areas such as transport and health – will be at the “beck and call of the UK Government” ...

The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023

Hundreds of anti-racist campaigners take a stand at Erskine asylum hotel

The demonstration had the backing of Frankie Boyle, Irvine Welsh and others.

Daily Record · May 23, 2023

Erskine sends message: 'Solidarity is our superpower, refugees are welcome here'

AFTER nearly four months of counter-protests by anti-racist activists - a celebration was had as no-one from a fascist group appeared at the MGM…

The National (Scotland) · May 21, 2023

Leading Scottish writers and actors back anti-racism rally outside Erskine hotel

A DEMONSTRATION to oppose the far-right which is being supported by leading names in Scottish culture will take place outside a hotel used to house…

The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2023

Frankie Boyle and Irvine Welsh give backing to Erskine anti-racism protest

A mass demonstration is being organised at the Muthu Glasgow River Hotel for this weekend.

Daily Record · May 16, 2023

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Daily Record · May 15, 2023

STUC calls for mass demonstration in Erskine this weekend in opposition to "far-right thugs"

Writer Irvine Welsh and comedian Frankie Boyle have voiced their support for the event.

Daily Record · May 12, 2023

Union leaders warn workers have 'little faith' in Scottish Government energy strategy

EXCLUSIVE: Critics of the Scottish Government plan believe a rushed transition away from fossil fuels could leave thousands of workers on the scrapheap.

Glasgow Live · May 7, 2023

Humza Yousaf insists free school meal pilot in secondary schools to go ahead

The First Minister has denied he will halt plans for universal free school meals and said a pilot of the policy in secondary schools will go ahead, providing free meals for all pupils in Scotland

Daily Record · May 7, 2023

Humza Yousaf in free school meals U-turn as First Minister insists pilot of policy will go ahead

The first minister has said a pilot of free school meals in secondary schools will go ahead to trial provision for all pupils in Scotland.

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Insider UK · Apr 28, 2023

Workplace fatalities at highest level since 2019

The figures have prompted calls for the government to introduce new statutory offences to hold companies to account

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2023

Scotland exempted from Tories' 'anti-strike law' by Lords amendment

PEERS have inflicted a defeat against the UK Government’s strikes law – including backing a move to exempt Scotland ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 21, 2023

Holyrood Weekly podcast: SNP finance probe, devolution row, STUC Congress, and more

The 15th episode of The National's Holyrood Weekly episode is now available to listen to on Spotify and Omny

The National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2023

Keir Starmer accused of 'working in shadows against Scottish democracy'

The comments were made as a motion condemning Starmer's sacking of Richard Leonard fell at the STUC Congress.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2023

STUC drop debate on third referendum option amid Gordon Brown report snub

The general council of the STUC told delegates that trade unions should be at the “heart” of the constitutional debate on Scotland’s future.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2023

Trade unions to urge Labour to make manifesto commitment to devolving drug law

TRADE Unions have agreed to urge Labour to include a commitment to devolve drug powers to Scotland in their next General Election manifesto.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 18, 2023

Land, tax, energy and other Scottish policy challenges to be tackled at STUC event

A FRINGE event at the STUC congress is set to try to tackle key policy challenges before the Scottish Government – including land and tax ...

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