The Latest Breaking News from the Scottish Government

Scotland’s GDP remains below pre-pandemic levels

Economy grew by 0.2% in the final quarter of last year, but remains 0.4% below the same period in 2019

Insider UK · Apr 26, 2023

New strategy and major investment to help Scots get cycling

A NEW cycling framework aiming to make walking, wheeling and cycling people’s most popular choice for short journeys by 2030 has been unveiled by…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2023

Galloway and West Dumfries MSP to meet new Transport Minister over A75 upgrades

Finlay Carson has secured talks with Kevin Stewart to discuss upgrading the road, including a by-pass around Crocketford and Springholm

Daily Record · Apr 26, 2023

Majority of Scots remain satisfied with health, education and transport services

A MAJORITY of Scots remain satisfied with public services in the country despite faith in the NHS falling since the pandemic, according to a major…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2023

International politicians condemn Tories' anti-strike law plans

POLITICIANS from across the world – including the former Italian prime minister – have united to condemn the UK Government’s draconian…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2023

More than 400 suspected drug deaths recorded in Scotland in four months

MORE than 400 suspected drug deaths were recorded between November and February, figures show...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2023

Handling of Section 35 challenge could be 'watershed' moment for Scottish devolution

Legal experts said that they hoped judges presiding over the case would be “alive to the dangers to Scottish democracy” when reaching their…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2023

Survey shows ‘significant decrease’ in satisfaction with key public services

People less satisfied with health, education and public transport

Insider UK · Apr 25, 2023

Paisley gran with MS says she will be "housebound" if McGill's bus cuts go ahead

Linda Stenhouse, who uses a walking frame, has lambasted McGill’s Buses for slashing her lifeline 64 bus which stops yards from her front door.

Daily Record · Apr 25, 2023

Food and drink firms demand support from Humza Yousaf

Warning that soaring inflation is hitting the industry

Insider UK · Apr 25, 2023