The Latest Breaking News from the Scottish Government

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

Scottish small business survival 'depends on people choosing local'

New survey highlights need for residents to get behind enterprises in their community

Insider UK · Jun 26, 2023

Scottish migration minister: Illegal Migration Bill ‘violates human rights’

The proposed law would mean people who came to the UK illegally through a safe country are not allowed to stay.

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2023

'Clear leadership needed' to resolve ferry crisis

Parliamentary committee's report into the issue also criticises the level of 'ministerial churn' in the transport brief

Insider UK · Jun 26, 2023

Yousaf launches plan to see food sector thrive on Brexit anniversary

New 10-year 'stability strategy' will be backed by an initial £5m investment from the Scottish Government

Insider UK · Jun 26, 2023

Caledonian Sleeper trains to be operated by Scottish Government

The service was previously run by Serco Caledonian Sleepers Limited but will now be operated under public ownership going forward.

Daily Record · Jun 25, 2023

Caledonian Sleeper service taken into public ownership

THE Scottish Government has hailed the beginning of a “new era” for the Caledonian Sleeper service after officially came into public ownership…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 25, 2023

SNP win at next election will spark preparation for ending the Union, says FM

THE Scottish Government could begin drafting a withdrawal agreement to end the Union if the SNP win the most seats in Scotland at the next General…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 25, 2023

Humza Yousaf says SNP will 'lay the foundations' for independent Scotland if party wins general election

The First Minister defended his new plan to win another vote on independence amid claims it was "confusing".

Daily Record · Jun 25, 2023

Judge brands fishing licence decision unlawful in win for marine charity

Open Seas sought a judicial review of Marine Scotland’s decision involving fishing vessels dragging nets along the seabed.

The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2023