Legal advice on challenging block on gender reforms unlikely to be published The Scottish Government has until mid-April to contest the UK Government’s used of a Section 35 order. The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2023
Humza Yousaf refuses to apologise for appointing minister for independence at FMQs The Scottish Tory leader criticised the new FM for handing Jamie Hepburn the role while getting rid of posts for social security and tourism. The National (Scotland) · Mar 30, 2023
Scotland to be ‘at the heart’ of UK energy plans Westminster launches the second track of the capture usage and storage cluster sequencing process Insider UK · Mar 30, 2023
Westminster decision that English rail projects benefit Wales is 'abuse' - Welsh Government minister Mick Antoniw attacked the UK government's decision to class rail improvements in the north of England as benefiting Wales Wales Online · Mar 30, 2023
SNP slam Tory energy plan as Acorn Project still lacks 'concrete plan' The UK Government’s energy announcement has been heavily criticised by senior SNP leaders, including new FM Humza Yousaf. The National (Scotland) · Mar 30, 2023
Plans to raise State Pension age to 68 earlier than expected delayed There had been widespread reports the rise to 68 would be brought forward from 2044 to the mid-2030s. Daily Record · Mar 30, 2023
Scotland to be ‘at the heart’ of UK energy plans, says Government Ministers said the plans could create opportunities for Scottish businesses. Evening Standard · Mar 30, 2023
People urged to share views on cost of living support for disability benefits before end of March A parliamentary debate in May will look at the current levels of support for millions of people on disability benefits. Daily Record · Mar 29, 2023
Mum of boy killed by dog says laws must change Jack's mother Emma Whitfield said she wanted to see change across "the whole spectrum" from breeding to sentencing Wales Online · Mar 29, 2023
Asylum seekers to be housed in military bases and barges under Government plans ASYLUM seekers are set to be housed in disused military bases, ferries and barges under UK Government plans to reduce spending on hotels. The National (Scotland) · Mar 29, 2023
Senedd votes to refuse consent for UK Government Retained EU Law bill Welsh ministers say the proposed legislation threatens food standards, environmental protections, workers’ rights, and business and consumer certainty Wales Online · Mar 29, 2023
Cost of the South Wales rail Metro electrification project hits £1bn Covid and soaring inflation has pushed up the cost of the Welsh Government's flagship transport project by around 40% Birmingham Post · Mar 29, 2023
Tech firm SPTS to create 200 new jobs as part of new £81m HQ in Newport The firm is currently building a new 200,000 sq ft facility in Newport's Celtic Lakes Birmingham Post · Mar 29, 2023
Orange Order rejects Windsor Framework as basis for powersharing return The order made the decision in a meeting at the weekend. The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023 Independence timing 'more uncertain' after SNP leadership race, Patrick Harvie says PATRICK Harvie told The National that while he’s “convinced more than ever” that Scotland will become independent, the timing is much more…
The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023 UK Government plans could lead to 'homeless' Afghan refugees, campaigners warn THE UK government has announced plans that could see Afghan refugees “forced into homelessness”, warn campaigners...
Daily Record · Mar 28, 2023 Humza Yousaf promises to 'argue tirelessly' for Scottish independence The SNP leader insisted his Government would be "able to deliver on our priorities more effectively when Scotland is independent".
The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023 Scotland’s new First Minister vows to argue ‘tirelessly’ for independence Humza Yousaf was speaking after being elected into the top job in Scottish politics by MSPs.
The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023 Yousaf elected Scotland’s new First Minister and he tips Robison for deputy He is the youngest person to take up the top job, and the first from a minority ethnic background.
The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023 Gary Lineker wins £4.9 million income tax battle with UK Government BBC presenter Gary Lineker has won a £4.9 million tax battle with the UK Government ...
Glasgow Live · Mar 28, 2023 Plea for Glasgow councillors to support treaty to protect marine wildlife The international treaty would make it easier to establish marine protected areas on the high seas.
Evening Standard · Mar 28, 2023 JK Rowling suggests new SNP leader Humza Yousaf will ‘disappear through ice’ over gender reform plans Yousaf plans to fight the UK Government over the Gender Recognition Bill which it previously blocked
Daily Record · Mar 28, 2023 HMRC urges families not to miss out on top-ups for Easter childcare costs during school holidays A Tax-Free Childcare account can be opened online in just 20 minutes.
Daily Record · Mar 28, 2023 Young people in work could be £30,000 better off in retirement under proposed auto-enrolment age changes The UK Government’s plan is to reduce the lower age limit of workplace pension auto-enrolment from 22 to 18.
Daily Record · Mar 28, 2023 New call for WASPI compensation plan for women ‘robbed’ of State Pension payments after retirement age changes Patricia Gibson MP urged the UK Government to work with the WASPI women once the Ombudsman investigation is completed.