The Latest Breaking News from the Scottish Government

The loophole shielding royal land from grouse moor licencing laws

THE culture of driven grouse shooting is inextricably linked to the royal family.

The National (Scotland) · May 6, 2023

Junior Doctors in Scotland vote overwhelmingly to strike, BMA says

Members of BMA Scotland voted overwhelmingly to strike, with 97% of those who took part in the ballot backing the walkout, the union said on Friday. Turnout was 71%.

Glasgow Live · May 5, 2023

Most Welsh people believe the Crown Estate should be devolved to Wales - including Conservative voters

'Our concern is that by the time Wales does have control over the Crown Estate much of the wealth will already have been extracted'

Wales Online · May 5, 2023

'No plans' for independence readiness thermometer, government confirms

THE Scottish Government has confirmed it has no plans to build a “readiness thermometer”.

The National (Scotland) · May 5, 2023

Humza Yousaf has 'no plans' to build independence readiness thermometer anywhere

Independence Minister Jamie Hepburn confirmed the widely-panned idea would not be taken forward by the Government

Daily Record · May 5, 2023

If Scotland is to have a fishing industry in decades to come, we need to take action

OUR coasts are among the most beautiful in the world. Scotland has been truly blessed with fantastic views and waters. These are the landscapes that…

The National (Scotland) · May 5, 2023

Action must be taken to stop tech giants profiting from violent video clips

Record View says the Scottish Government can help by ensuring funding is made available - but only Westminster can tackle the tech giants.

Daily Record · May 5, 2023

Edinburgh council push for powers to bring in tourist tax which could raise £35m

The council leader has said more pressure should be put on the Scottish Government to speed up the process, after a report suggested it could be another two years away.

Edinburgh Live · May 4, 2023

Joanna Cherry claims SNP plans for Scottish independence are 'lightweight'

The Edinburgh MP claimed a series of papers on independence were "absolutely lightweight stuff".

Daily Record · May 4, 2023

Joanna Cherry criticises Scottish Government independence plans as 'lightweight'

THE Scottish Government’s plans for an independent Scotland are “lightweight”, Joanna Cherry has said ...

The National (Scotland) · May 4, 2023