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The Latest Breaking News from the Scottish Government

Scotland Secretary Jack blasts ‘irresponsible’ ministers for independence paper

Alister Jack hit out at the Scottish Government for using taxpayer funds to produce another paper on independence.

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023

Humza Yousaf hits back as Tories plot crackdown on independence spending

THE Scottish Government is “very confident” that it can legally spend money on preparations for independence, Humza Yousaf has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Scotland will choose independence, insists Yousaf as new policy paper released

The latest Scottish Government proposals focus on the issue of citizenship in an independent Scotland.

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023

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Details for citizenship in an independent Scotland revealed in new white paper

THE full details of who will be eligible to become a Scottish citizen after the country leaves the UK have been outlined in the fifth white paper on

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Plans for 'world leading' carbon tax on Scotland's largest estates gains momentum

A RANGE of community groups, trade unions, churches, charities, and businesses representing over a million members are calling for the introduction…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Scotland ‘will follow Irish citizenship model after independence’

SCOTLAND will follow an Irish citizenship model after independence, First Minister Humza Yousaf will announce.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2023

Scotland to mirror Irish citizenship model after independence, says Yousaf

Citizenship will be available to anyone with a parent born in Scotland, under the new proposals.

The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023

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Labour lord doubles-down on 'UK is not a Union of equals' claim amid backlash

A LABOUR peer who sparked controversy after claiming that the UK is not and “was never meant to be” a Union of equals has doubled-down ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 26, 2023

Scottish independence critics aim to 'shut down' debate, Humza Yousaf says

CRITICS of the Scottish Government’s campaign for independence are attempting to “shut down” debate, the First Minister has argued ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 26, 2023

Scottish Greens demand 'super tax' on private jet journeys

The Greens want to introduce a £1,000 per person “super tax” on all travellers in private jets landing in Scotland – saying their plans could…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 26, 2023

Scotland set for new £500 million pumped storage hydro plant - if UK steps up

APPROVAL has been granted to an energy firm for the construction of a new underground pumped storage hydro plant in Argyll.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

Can Westminster really 'sanction' Scotland? A legal expert explains

The House of Lords - in current focus because of the questionable system of patronage given to Prime Ministers disgraced or otherwise - yesterday…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

Lord says Scottish ministers should be FINED for promoting independence

AN unelected peer has said Westminster should have the power to FINE Scottish ministers working to promote independence.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

Scotland reacts as UK mulls independence campaign 'sanctions'

YESSERS have reacted with fury to the revelation the UK Government is considering sanctioning the Scottish Government for spending money on…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 25, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023

First Minister calls on UK Government to provide support for power storage

Drax has pledged to build a £500 million facility in Argyll and Bute if it receives support from the UK Government.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

UK to consider 'sanctions' over Scottish Government independence spending

THE UK Government will consider “sanctions” that could be imposed on the Scottish Government for spending money on areas such as independence,…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

Rural and island communities get chance to shape Scottish Government policy

RURAL and island communities will have a chance to have their voices heard in local and national decision-making as a result of a Scottish…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

Lords' Levelling Up power grab 'must be fought tooth and nail'

A LORDS plot to unilaterally scrap Scottish environmental rules “must be fought tooth and nail”, the SNP’s president has said.

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The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

Tories fume over upcoming Scottish independence paper on citizenship

UNIONISTS have hit out at the planned launch of a new independence paper this week, with Tories calling it a “blatant misuse of public money”.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

Resilience and sustainability to be at heart of Scotland's food and drink sector

THE Scotland Food and Drink partnership is a unique collaboration between industry organisations, research institutes and the Scottish Government…

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2023

Scottish Government and Conservatives in row over planning application appeals

The Scottish Conservatives criticised the amount spent on planning appeals, though the Government said the amount cited is wrong.

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2023

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 National (Scotland) · Jul 23, 2023

Revealed: Bid to block Lords plot to give UK powers to scrap Scottish laws

UNELECTED peers are mulling new “Henry VIII powers” to allow Westminster the power to unilaterally scrap Scottish environmental rules, The…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 23, 2023

Stephen Flynn calls out UK Government 'clearly active' anti-independence initiatives

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has written to the head of the civil service raising concerns that the UK Government is “exerting ever…

The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2023

Flynn writes to top mandarin over ‘tighter controls’ on Scottish Government

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has raised concerns with Simon Case, the Cabinet Secretary and head of the Civil Service.

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