The Latest Breaking News from UK Government

'Worst first impression in history': Ian Blackford pans Truss at SNP conference

LIZ Truss and her Chancellor have made “the worst first impression in the history of UK politics”, the SNP’s Westminster leader has said.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 8, 2022

Blackford: PM and Chancellor have made worst first impression in history

SNP delegates met in person at the party conference in Aberdeen for the first time since before the pandemic.

The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2022

Nicola Sturgeon lashes out at 'absurd' Liz Truss for snubbing her for month

The Scottish First Minister said she's still not had an official conversation with the Prime Minister a month after Ms Truss took office - saying she wasn't sure if "arrogance, lack of respect, or insecurity" was to blame

Daily Mirror · Oct 7, 2022

New petition calls for £332 weekly payment for parents caring full-time for disabled child

People providing at least 35 hours of unpaid care each week currently receive £69.70 from the DWP.

Daily Record · Oct 6, 2022

Scots provost's fury as she blasts 'disgusting' heating dilemma facing residents

The prospect of people leaving their own home in search of warmth in 2022 has been dubbed "terrible" by Lorraine Cameron.

Daily Record · Oct 6, 2022

People warned tampering with energy meter could create danger for themselves or household

Fiddling with a gas or electricity meter could lead to house fires, gas leaks or electrocution.

Daily Record · Oct 6, 2022

All of the DWP cost of living payment dates between now and the end of the year

Between now and the end of 2022, there is a range of financial support available to help households through the worsening cost of living crisis — here is a rundown

Glasgow Live · Oct 6, 2022

Lanarkshire MP backs campaign calling on government action to help keep people Warm This Winter

Dr Lisa Cameron MP is calling on the UK Government to provide more emergency support for those struggling with energy bills.

Daily Record · Oct 5, 2022

Falkirk councillors plead for help with rising energy and fuel costs

Financial uncertainty has been made worse as a result of worries over the longer term impact of 'mini-budget', councillors were warned.

Daily Record · Oct 5, 2022

Every DWP cost of living payment date between now and Christmas

There is a range of financial help available between now and the end of the year amid the worsening cost of living crisis — here is a breakdown of all the payments

Edinburgh Live · Oct 5, 2022