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Network promoting Scotland in Europe shuts after funding is pulled

A SCOTTISH Government-backed lobbying network is set to close after funding was withdrawn, The National can reveal.

The National (Scotland)

Gender critical campaigners demand action from government on toilet access

Sex Matters have threatened legal action and demanded action by next Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Bòrd na Gàidhlig announces funding for 27 Gaelic officers as scheme reopens

SCOTLAND’S body responsible for promoting Gaelic development has said confirmed it will fund almost 30 jobs as part of a national development…

The National (Scotland)

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Homelessness is out of control in Scotland's largest city. Who will solve it?

EARLIER this month, I was walking home from a Nepalese restaurant in Glasgow’s Merchant City ...

The National (Scotland)

UK Government 'must take humane Scottish approach to disability payments'

A PROMINENT disability campaigner has called for the UK Government to take the “more humane” approach Scotland is taking with disability…

The National (Scotland)

Alexander Dennis redundancy consultation extended by two weeks

The Finance Secretary said the move would allow the bus manufacturer to explore all options to retain the 400 staff at its two Scottish sites.

Evening Standard

Senior clinician appointed next chief scientific adviser

Professor Calum Semple will take up the position on August 5 on an initial three-year term.

Evening Standard

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What is the difference between PIP and ADP?

In Scotland, the disability benefit Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is currently being replaced by the Adult Disability Payment (ADP)

The National (Scotland)

Wildfires becoming 'danger to human life', Scottish Government warned

The Scottish Government has been warned that wildfires are “becoming a danger to human life” as they leave “stretched” firefighters unable…

The National (Scotland)

SNP minister raises 'deep concerns' over Ash Regan's prostitution bill

A Scottish Government minister has raised “significant and deep concerns” about a new bill which could quash convictions for those involved in…

The National (Scotland)

SNP minister raises 'significant concerns' over Ash Regan prostitution bill

A Scottish Government minister has highlighted “significant and deep concerns” about a new Bill which could quash convictions for those involved…

The National (Scotland)

Fund launched to support island businesses impacted by ferry disruption worth £4.4m

ISLAND businesses impacted by ongoing ferry service disruption will be supported by a £4.4 million fund launched by the Scottish Government.

The National (Scotland)

Social Security Scotland is 'shining example of what we can do with independence'

SCOTLAND’S approach to social security based on "dignity, fairness and respect" is a “shining example” of how the country could…

The National (Scotland)

SNP policy should 'embrace the defence industry' in Scotland, say former MPs

JOHN Swinney should change SNP policy to embrace the defence industry, two former senior MPs have said.

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Anas Sarwar urged to stand up against Keir Starmer's 'two-tier disability system'

SCOTTISH Labour Leader Anas Sarwar has been urged to “change the habit of a lifetime” and oppose Keir Starmer’s proposal of a “two-tier…

The National (Scotland)

Inside the SNP's new political strategy: 'You have to pick your fights'

JOHN Swinney is yet to flesh out his political vision for the SNP with the Holyrood election just under a year away, party insiders have told the…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government changes guidance that sparked legal challenge on sex definition

THE Scottish Government has updated guidance on gender balance of public boards following the Supreme Court judgment.

The National (Scotland)

No changes to council tax 'in this decade', says Scottish Government

THE Scottish Government has said there will not be changes made to council tax “in this decade”.

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Prestwick Airport releases statement on US war planes after Iran bombing

PRESTWICK Airport has released a statement following a warning from Humza Yousaf that allowing the site to be used by US Air Force jets could make…

The Independent UK

Calls for Scotland-wide seagull summit amid warnings someone could be killed

Tory MSP Rachael Hamilton quoted one Scot as saying people are ‘scared, attacked and traumatised’ by the birds.

The National (Scotland)

Calls for private jet tax as Scottish airport sees 'alarming' surge in flights

The number of non-commercial flights out of one Scottish airport has increased by a third in the last year alone, sparking calls for a private jet…

The National (Scotland)

Patrick Harvie and Angus Robertson face-off as tensions rise over Israel divestment

Angus Robertson has refused to say whether the Scottish Government would back boycott, divestment and sanctions against the state of Israel in a…

The National (Scotland)

World Health Organisation chief to attend opening of Edinburgh research hub

The director-general of the World Health Organisation (WHO) will be among the guests attending the opening of a…

The National (Scotland)

'Lifesaving' £250K Scottish aid package announced for Democratic Republic of Congo

THE Scottish Government is set to send £250,000 in aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amidst an ongoing humanitarian crisis, activating…

Evening Standard

Swinney apology to Gypsy Travellers ‘significant milestone’, campaigner says

Roseanna McPhee welcomed the First Minister’s formal apology which she said came as a result of years of campaigning.

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