Seven things we learned from the poll putting independence support at 53 per cent A NEW poll has found support for independence at 53 - but what else did it reveal? The National (Scotland) · May 24, 2023
Millions of people on certain benefits urged not to miss out on annual bonus of up to £300 Help to Save offers an unbeatable 50 per cent bonus payment worth up to £1,200 over four years. Daily Record · May 24, 2023
Workers in devolved areas at 'beck and call of UK Government' after strike bill vote SCOTTISH workers – including in devolved areas such as transport and health – will be at the “beck and call of the UK Government” ... The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023
Lorna Slater refuses to be drawn on compensation amount if DRS scrapped LORNA Slater has declined to say how much compensation will have to be paid out to businesses if the deposit return scheme (DRS) is scrapped, adding… The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023
SNP MP warns Tory curb on foreign students could hit Scottish universities Exclusive: The UK Government confirmed that overseas students, apart from postgraduates on research programmes, will be banned from obtaining visas for their dependants. Daily Record · May 23, 2023
Former minister urges Scottish Government to 'reset relationship' with business Ivan McKee talks up the benefits of 'lived experience' for those taking business briefs Insider UK · May 23, 2023
Scots Tory MPs vote to include Scotland in 'draconian' UK anti-strike laws ALL six of Scotland’s Tory MPs voted to ensure that the UK Government’s controversial “anti-strike” bill also impacts on workers north of… The National (Scotland) · May 23, 2023
MP ‘confident’ SNP can win by-election in Margaret Ferrier’s constituency David Linden said his party is ‘laser-focused’ on the cost-of-living crisis. The Independent UK · May 23, 2023
SNP slams Alister Jack after he claims Scottish Government want to 'destroy' UK Pete Wishart said the Tory Scotland Secretary's comments were 'not the least bit constructive'. Daily Record · May 22, 2023
UK and Scottish Governments clash over compensation payments if deposit return scheme scrapped The Scottish Secretary insisted it would have "nothing to do" with Westminster if firms are left out of pocket as a result of the deposit return scheme being halted. Daily Record · May 22, 2023
Plans to convert hydro station on Loch Lomond into renewables project unveiled PLANS to convert the UK’s largest conventional hydro power plant – on the banks of Loch Lomond – into a renewables project have been… The National (Scotland) · May 22, 2023
'Remarkable' figures see Scottish salmon exports to Asia double EXPORTS of Scottish salmon to Asian nations have more than doubled, according to new figures from the UK Government ... The National (Scotland) · May 22, 2023
New calls to allow people to pay mortgage through their wages before tax and National Insurance deductions Paying for things through your company payroll using your pre-tax salary is known as ‘salary sacrifice’. Daily Record · May 22, 2023
Scottish independence campaigners 'having a go at each other', admits SNP MSP Keith Brown said it was "unfortunate" when different parts of the independence movement attacked each other. Daily Record · May 22, 2023
The Independent UK · May 22, 2023 ‘Unfortunate’ that parts of independence movement attack each other, says Brown The SNP was branded ‘contemptuous’ after announcing a one-day conference would be held on the same day as a pro-independence march.
Insider UK · May 22, 2023 UK Government must do more to support pumped storage hydro – Yousaf First Minister writes to the Prime Minister demanding a market mechanism to support growth
The National (Scotland) · May 22, 2023 SNP's depute leader in clash with BBC presenter over interruptions THE SNP’s depute leader was involved in a fiery clash with a Good Morning Scotland presenter as he slammed them for “interrupting” him.
The National (Scotland) · May 22, 2023 UK inaction 'blocking Scots renewables projects', Humza Yousaf tells Rishi Sunak SLOW action from the UK Government is “preventing” essential Scottish renewables projects from moving forward, Humza Yousaf has said in a…
Nottingham Post · May 21, 2023 Full New State Pension payments mean you need to work this number of years Almost half of UK women are worried they will not have enough money saved for retirement
The National (Scotland) · May 21, 2023 Scottish renewable power 'utterly wasted' as wind farms paid to shut down FIVE-HUNDRED and seven million pounds. That’s how much was added onto British energy bills in 2021 alone because of fees the National Grid has to…
The National (Scotland) · May 20, 2023 Rishi Sunak urged by activists to step in to ensure Deposit Return Scheme can launch PRIME Minster Rishi Sunak is being urged to directly intervene to ensure Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS) can come into force next year.
Birmingham Post · May 19, 2023 UK Government semiconductor strategy risks "falling short" says Wales Economy Minister The UK Government's long-awaited national semiconductor strategy offers up to £1bn to chip firms over the next decade
The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2023 UK Government 'last to the table' with forced adoption apology THE UK Government is facing calls to follow the example of the Scottish and Welsh administrations and issue a formal apology to the victims of…
Daily Record · May 19, 2023 Full New State Pension payments during retirement means you need to work this number of years Almost half of UK women are worried they will not have enough money saved for retirement.
The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2023 SNP issue response to Fiona Bruce's 'constant' Question Time interruptions THE SNP have issued a response to Fiona Bruce’s “constant interruptions” on Thursday night’s Question Time.