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Abortion clinic buffer zones working group had ‘run its course’ says Green MSP

A MINISTERIAL working group set up to consider issues around access to abortion had “run its course”, the MSP spearheading legislation to bring…

The National (Scotland)

Young people caring for someone with a health condition could be due annual payment worth nearly £360

The Young Carer Grant is for Scots aged 16, 17 or 18 who provide up to 16 hours of care each week.

Daily Record

Fight to save West Lothian arts venue as thousands sign petition against proposed closure

Petition drawn up and campaign group formed on day it was announced Howden Park Centre would close. Protests planned for Tuesday's council debate

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UK Government confirms it will contest court action over gender reforms block

The Scottish Government has requested a judicial review into the decision to veto its legislation.

The Independent UK

UK ministers urged to grant exemption for deposit return amid ‘litter emergency’

Scheme supporters protested outside the UK Government’s offices in Edinburgh

Insider UK

SNP Cabinet Secretary signals Government will not back universal free school meals in secondary schools

Humza Yousaf sparked a row this week after he suggested he is against a further roll out of free school meals for every pupil

Daily Record

Ghost tower block at Ayr's Riverside to be 'brought back to life' after Ukraine refugee plan

The remaining tower block could be saved and turned into new homes, the council has said.

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SNP MSPs rebel as Tory call for a 'reconsideration' of HPMA proposals fails

A MOTION from the Scottish Conservatives calling on the Scottish Government to "reconsider" its Highly Protected Marine Areas proposals…

The National (Scotland)

Anger as Scots abortion buffer zone working group ends

It's understood that members of the buffer zone working group were told of its closure on Tuesday.

Daily Record

Key part of 'just transition' plans faces six-month delay, minister confirms

THE Scottish Government has been urged to address the “unexplained delays” in a key policy forming part of the just transition away…

The National (Scotland)

Tories abandon efforts to impose nuclear power in Scotland

THE UK Government has reportedly abandoned efforts to force Scotland to accept nuclear energy.

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Humza Yousaf vows sweeping policy review as 'every penny' to go to poverty fight

HUMZA Yousaf has said “every penny and pound” of future Scottish Government commitments will be examined to ensure it is targeted at tackling…

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First Minister says campaigners shouldn't doubt his buffer zones support

HUMZA Yousaf has said no one should be “in any doubt” about his commitment to implementing buffer zones around abortion clinics in Scotland…

The National (Scotland)

MSP's proposal to set up new commissioner for older people role

The Labour MSP says the Scottish Government needs someone who will stand up and fight for the rights of older people in this country.

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Scottish Government criticised for scrapping buffer zone working group

PRO-CHOICE campaigners have criticised the Scottish Government for scrapping a ministerial working group on buffer zones around abortion clinics.

Daily Record

Applications now open for £9m heating bill help fund for people struggling during cost of living crisis

Financial support is available to those who are rationing energy to get by regardless of the type of meter or fuel used.

Insider UK

Scottish college lecturers start boycott as part of industrial action

Government funding u-turn for universities and colleges also met with 'dismay'

The National (Scotland)

SNP MSP Fergus Ewing rips up HPMA plan in Holyrood chamber

FERGUS Ewing ripped up a copy of the Scottish Government’s Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) consultation during a member’s debate in…

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Lived experience in government is key to independence success, say ministers

TWO of Humza Yousaf’s youngest junior ministers have insisted lived experience in government will be vital if Scotland wants to thrive as an…

The National (Scotland)

Justice Secretary 'disappointed' at lawyers' threat to boycott judge-only rape trials

THE Justice Secretary has said she is “disappointed” some defence lawyers are threatening to boycott a pilot of judge-only rape trials.

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes praises Scottish Government's 'new approach' to fishing ban plans

KATE Forbes has appeared to soften her stance on controversial fishing ban plans after saying she would axe them during the SNP leadership race.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow councillor calls for stiffer fines to tackle 'scourge' of fly-tipping

Cllr Ruairi Kelly has urged the Scottish Government to increased fixed penalties so that they are an 'adequate deterrent'.

The National (Scotland)

Tories to debate SNP transparency while refusing to release membership figures

Douglas Ross has called on Humza Yousaf to make a statement in Holyrood on the governance of the SNP

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Tories call on SNP MSPs to back their motion on scrapping HPMAs

THE Scottish Conservatives are urging MSPs to join them in calling on the Scottish Government to scrap its ambitious plans for increasing protection…

The National (Scotland)

Warning issued to UK Government over plot to block Scotland's work abroad

THE UK Government has been told to withdraw its new rules aimed at curtailing Scottish ministers’ overseas work.

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