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Government slammed for ‘shocking’ failure on hyperscale data centre emissions

Scottish government’s NPF4 national planning framework states that "green data centres" will have an "overall negligible impact" on nation’s emissions reduction goals

The Independent UK

Scottish Government will be 'bold' with Scotland's industry, Stephen Flynn vows

Stephen Flynn has vowed the Scottish Government will be “bold, innovative and ambitious” in shaping Scotland’s industry sector ...

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow's Barlinnie prison A-listed status to be challenged in appeal

The decision to grant A-listed status to HMP Barlinnie has been challenged by the Scottish Prison Service amid concerns it could impede regeneration…

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UK equalities watchdog bathroom guidance leaves trans people with 'less rights'

TRANSGENDER people have been left with “less rights” following the publication of the UK equalities watchdog’s guidance on single-sex spaces,…

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SNP under pressure over US billionaire's golf course after secret files' revelations

THE new SNP Government is under pressure to confirm that it will reject plans to build a golf course on a protected Highland beach after documents…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney's indyref2 motion published ahead of Holyrood debate – see the full text

JOHN Swinney’s motion calling on the UK Government to devolve powers for a second Scottish independence referendum to be held has been published.

The National (Scotland)

'Huge potential' for haggis as campaign to lift US ban ahead of World Cup launches

The Scottish Government has said there is 'huge potential' for haggis in the US market, where the dish is currently banned

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Combining social justice and housing briefs ‘deflating’, says Shelter Scotland

Shirley-Anne Somerville has been appointed Social Justice and Housing Secretary in the Scottish Government.

Evening Standard

John Swinney takes responsibilities for independence as Stephen Flynn enters Cabinet

JOHN Swinney has taken control of the constitution brief after appointing his new Cabinet, with former SNP Westminster Stephen Flynn being given a…

The National (Scotland)

Jenny Gilruth: Promotion to Deputy First Minister is greatest honour of my life

An MSP for 10 years and a Government minister for six, the former teacher now becomes John Swinney’s second-in-command.

The Independent UK

Government officials tell ministers to reject golf course plans on protected beach

SCOTTISH Government officials have advised ministers to reject plans for a golf course on a protected dune system on a Highland beach, files have…

The National (Scotland)

Man in planning row with Ally McCoist 'fears 90ft trees will collapse on home'

A MAN who is locked in dispute with football pundit Ally McCoist over 90ft trees that he “fears” could fall on his house has called on the…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government agency panned for plans to attend major defence industry event

A Scottish Government agency has been slammed as it prepares to attend a major defence industry event in Glasgow on Wednesday

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney to consider legislation to ban pitch invasions in Scotland

JOHN Swinney has said the Scottish Government will consider bringing in legislation to ban pitch invasions following “astonishingly poor…

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Evening Standard

Patients left ‘anxious’ by Government silence on Eljamel Inquiry delay – lawyer

The public inquiry is taking place after patients of former neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel raised concerns that he had harmed as many as 200 people.

Evening Standard

Fact check: Tuition fees and AI-generated voter videos

Round-up of fact checks from the last few days compiled by Full Fact.

Evening Standard

Swinney ‘satisfied’ with Scottish Government action after landmark gender ruling

The First Minister responded to claims from former SNP MP Joanna Cherry that he is ‘too afraid’ to stand up to his party on women’s rights.

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Scottish Greens promise misogyny Bill to tackle ‘national emergency’

Gillian Mackay said her party would recognise misogyny as a specific offence in Scots law.

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Evening Standard

Swinney ‘not interested’ in fight with UK Government over plan to cap food costs

The SNP set out the proposal on Thursday, but a UK Government source has suggested the policy could cost millions in legal fees.

Evening Standard

UK Labour PM will always work with Scottish Government, says Sarwar

Anas Sarwar said he wanted a ‘productive partnership’ with the UK Government if elected as first minister, despite calling on Keir Starmer to quit.

Evening Standard

Swinney demands greater engagement with UK Government over Gulf conflict

Scottish First Minister John Swinney wrote to the Prime Minister setting out his concerns.

Evening Standard

UK may not be able to deal with Russian ‘threat’ to Scotland, Swinney says

The First Minister raised concerns about Russian activity north of Scotland’s coast and the UK’s ability to respond to it.

The Independent UK

Leaders warned Scotland risks becoming a ‘tumbleweed area’ over business rates

The leaders of Scotland’s six biggest parties faced off on the same stage for the first time in this election campaign.

Evening Standard

Alexander Dennis to shut Falkirk site and convert another with 115 jobs at risk

The firm is consulting on plans to convert its Larbert manufacturing facility to a chassis manufacturing site.

Evening Standard

SNP plan for NHS is working, says Swinney

The First Minister said it was only the SNP which had ‘a plan to deliver’ on the NHS.

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