The Latest Breaking News from the Scottish Government

Views sought on plans to expand offshore wind capacity in Scotland

SCOTS are being urged to have their say on plans to expand offshore wind capacity in Scotland.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 18, 2025

Gender critical group threatens legal action over court judgment implementation

Sex Matters has sent ministers a formal ‘letter before action’.

Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025

'Glasgow deserves better': Heritage groups slam approval of O2 ABC plans

Heritage groups have slammed the council's decision to approve plans for student accommodation at the O2 ABC.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 17, 2025

Scottish Government sets date for end of two-child cap in Scotland

Ministers will mitigate the Westminster policy from March 2 – just weeks before the 2026 Holyrood election.

Evening Standard · Jun 17, 2025

Ignore 'hysteria' around Flamingo Land plans for Loch Lomond, says developer

The developer behind controversial plans to build on the banks of Loch Lomond has urged the Scottish Government to ignore the “hysteria” from…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 16, 2025

Winter fuel payment in Scotland to match UK benefit

First Minister John Swinney confirmed the move in the wake of the Chancellor’s U-turn last week.

Evening Standard · Jun 16, 2025

'Enough is enough': Anger as CalMac ferry return delayed again

The return of a CalMac ferry which has been out of action for 18 months has been delayed again, leaving locals furious

The National (Scotland) · Jun 16, 2025

'Bold': Unelected Labour peer calls for second Holyrood chamber and 'major review'

AN UNELECTED Labour peer has been dubbed “bold” after he called for a “major review” of Holyrood and suggested a second chamber for the…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 15, 2025

For Women Scotland considering further legal action against Scottish Government

FOR Women Scotland is reportedly considering more legal action against the Scottish Government after the Supreme Court ruling on gender.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 15, 2025

Kate Forbes asked to intervene in Ardrossan Harbour nationalisation talks

FRUSTRATED campaigners fighting to preserve the future of Ardrossan Harbour have called for Scottish ministers to directly intervene in negotiations…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 15, 2025