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Striking council staff to stage protest outside John Swinney’s office

TRADE union members protesting over council workers’ pay are to take their fight to John Swinney’s office in a bid to encourage the First…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 24, 2024

Striking council staff stage pay protest outside Swinney’s office

Unison members in the Perth and Kinross area are taking part in a two-week walkout which has closed a number of schools.

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2024

What will Labour's tax increases mean for Scotland?

CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves has finalised behind-the-scenes deals with Cabinet colleagues and her officials will be sweating over drafts for her speech…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 23, 2024

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Scottish Greens call for ‘mansion tax’ in exchange for Budget support

THE Scottish Greens have urged ministers to bring in a so-called “mansion tax” if the party is to support its Budget.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 23, 2024

SNP demand ‘cast-iron guarantee’ on tax hikes ahead of Labour Budget

THE SNP have urged Keir Starmer to give a “cast-iron guarantee” that the National Insurance tax hike reportedly in the upcoming Budget will…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 23, 2024

Thousands of Scots set to earn more as new Real Living Wage announced

TENS of thousands of Scots are set to receive a vital cost-of-living pay boost as the real living wage is set to increase ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 23, 2024

Scottish Government commits to publishing legal advice after FOI ruling

The Scottish Government will publish legal advice it took in relation to a freedom of information request appeal after a ruling from the Information…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024

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Scottish Government offered to pay to repatriate Alex Salmond's body, Alba confirm

THE Scottish Government offered to pay for Alex Salmond's repatriation but a private plane was quicker, it has been confirmed by Alba ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024

MSP hails 'immense milestone' after 178 million free bus trips made in Scotland

Over 178 million free bus journeys have been made in Scotland in 2023/2024, according to data obtained by Transport Scotland’s…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024

'All is not lost' on Scottish visa despite Home Office snub, says SNP MP

AN SNP MP behind efforts to set up a Scottish visa has insisted “all is not lost” in a defiant response to the Home Office shooting down the…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024

TB cases rose 40% in Scotland last year, figures show

Public Health Scotland said the most reported risk factor for the disease ‘was being a refugee or asylum seeker’.

Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2024

No more money available for local government pay, says Robison

Schools in the constituency of Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, are closed due to strike action.

Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2024

Body representing firms arming Israel ramps up lobbying of MSPs

AN industry body representing firms arming Israel has ramped up its lobbying of MSPs ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

When are bank holidays in Scotland – and are they different to England?

WHEN are the Scottish bank holidays, and are there more north of the Border than in England?

The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

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The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

Labour 'slapping down' their Scottish MPs on immigration policy, SNP say

LABOUR are “slapping down” their Scottish MPs who want tailored immigration policy for Scotland, according to an SNP MP.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

Campaigners urge Scottish Government to keep College of Europe bursaries

THE European Movement in Scotland has called for the Scottish Government to continue funding for scholarships to the College of Europe.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

No decision to bar Nicola Sturgeon from Alex Salmond memorial, says acting Alba chief

NO decision has been made to bar Nicola Sturgeon from Alex Salmond’s memorial service, the acting leader of the Alba Party has said.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

Applications open for new pension age benefit in Scotland

THE Scottish Government has opened applications for a new disability benefit for people of state pension age.

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The National (Scotland) · Oct 21, 2024

Strike action closes schools in John Swinney's constituency

SCHOOLS in the constituency of First Minister John Swinney will be closed this week due to ongoing strike action.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 20, 2024

Scotland’s cultural history given fresh spotlight in new podcast

THE Scottish Government appears to have forgotten that a thriving culture is a keystone in the building of a nation, according to a prominent art…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 20, 2024

Crofting township to take fight to Spanish firm over battery storage plans

AN “idyllic” crofting township is gearing up to oppose a planned battery energy storage development proposed by a Spanish company..

The National (Scotland) · Oct 19, 2024

Alyn Smith urges Scottish Government to keep funding College of Europe places

FORMER MSP Alyn Smith has called for the government to continue funding for overseas scholarships.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 18, 2024

Scottish Government announces ‘major progress’ on dualling of A9

THE Transport Secretary has announced “major progress” on the Scottish Government’s plans to dual the A9.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2024

Ian Murray: UK Government 'can't guarantee new job for every Grangemouth worker'

THE UK Government cannot guarantee a new job for every worker who could be laid off when the Grangemouth refinery closes next year, the Scottish…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17, 2024

'The RAF should be sent': Anger as private plane to bring Alex Salmond home

IT has now been revealed that the private donor paying to repatriate the body of Alex Salmond is Scottish businessman Sir Tom Hunter.

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