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A history of the SNP's pledge to reform council tax

THE SNP first pledged to reform council tax before they even came into government in 2007. So, what happened since then?

The National (Scotland)

SNP hail Labour reforms to Scottish planning laws on energy

REFORMS to energy planning rules aimed at accelerating new clean power developments have been unveiled by the Scottish and UK governments.

The National (Scotland)

Sarwar says Labour will ‘end austerity’ as he challenges SNP ministers on Budget

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar spoke out as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver the Budget on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

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'Duped': Anas Sarwar pledges end of austerity – despite Budget of cuts and tax rises

THE Labour Government Budget “will end the era of austerity”, Anas Sarwar has claimed – on the same day as the Prime Minister warned that…

The National (Scotland)

Campaigners call for ban on Scottish shipping firm helping to export Russian gas

MORE than 20 pro-Ukraine groups, including MSPs, are calling for tougher sanctions on Russia by banning companies in the UK which are helping the…

The National (Scotland)

Ministers ‘misled’ on environmental impact of new power plant, campaigners claim

Ministers have been “misled” over the environmental impact of a proposed new

The National (Scotland)

I'm an Israeli fighting for Palestinian rights. The UK's attitude is colonial

THE UK has a “special role” to play in the Israel-Palestine conflict – but instead of accepting responsibility its leaders are “continuing…

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SNP slam UK Government as GB Energy chief based in England

THE SNP have slammed the UK Government after it was revealed that the new boss of GB Energy will be based in England ...

The National (Scotland)

King Charles could learn from a Scottish university on slavery reparations

KING Charles acknowledged “painful aspects” of Britain’s history while failing to address calls about reparations for slavery, but he could…

The National (Scotland)

Nandy urged to make ‘huge difference’ by lifting charity lottery cap

Scottish Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville made the call, saying the move would ‘cost the Treasury nothing’.

Evening Standard

Scotland pushes back ban on single-use vapes to match UK date

SCOTLAND has pushed back the day it will ban disposable vapes to be in line with the UK Government, it has been announced.

The National (Scotland)

Findlay urges Sarwar to back winter fuel payment U-turn

The UK Government announced the move just weeks after taking power.

Evening Standard

Labour refuse to explain Sue Gray's 'nations envoy' role in 'breach of guidance'

LABOUR Government ministers have refused to explain Sue Gray’s “nations envoy” role – despite challenges from MPs highlighting that they are…

The National (Scotland)

Rise in casual smokers who may be less motivated to quit, study warns

Researchers called for public health campaigns to raise awareness of the dangers of casual smoking.

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Family urges UK Government to do more to free jailed British-Egyptian writer

Alaa Abd El-Fattah’s mother, Laila Soueif, has travelled to London to raise his case while taking part in a hunger strike.

The National (Scotland)

SNP MP calls out UK Government hypocrisy on Israeli war crimes

AN SNP MP has accused the UK Government of hypocrisy in calling out war crimes committed by Russia but failing to do the same when it comes to…

Evening Standard

UK’s exports to Israel won’t be used to break international law, minister says

Anneliese Dodds told the Commons that ‘most licences’ for exports to Israel are not for the Israel Defence Forces (IDF).

The National (Scotland)

UK Government rules out slavery reparations and apology

THE UK Government has ruled out paying reparations to countries affected by the slave trade or making a formal apology.

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John Swinney pushes for detailed analysis on cost of Brexit to UK

JOHN Swinney has pushed for the UK Government to publish detailed analysis on the cost of Brexit after it emerged nearly £24 billion has already…

TechRadar

Microsoft and UK government sign multi-year tech agreement

UK Government says new Microsoft partnership will boost business AI ambitions.

The National (Scotland)

Change 'fiscal rules' so UK can catch up internationally, John Swinney urges Labour

THE Labour Government should change its fiscal rules to allow borrowing for public sector investment, First Minister John Swinney will say in a…

The National (Scotland)

Labour's £40bn black hole 'the same as Brexit costs UK annually', figures show

THE Labour Government is facing pressure to be “honest” about the impact of Brexit ahead of their first Budget – after a minister admitted…

The National (Scotland)

Experts weigh in on Labour plan to offer weight loss jabs to unemployed

LABOUR plans to give obese and unemployed people weight-loss jabs as part of a drive to get them back into work and reduce pressure on the NHS…

The National (Scotland)

BrewDog co-founder says entrepreneurs will move to Middle East if taxes increase

THE co-founder of Scottish beer giant BrewDog has claimed there will be a "mass exodus" of entrepreneurs if the UK Government decides to…

The National (Scotland)

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…

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