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Rishi Sunak says it is 'reasonable' to consider blocking gender legislation

RISHI Sunak has said it is “completely reasonable” to consider blocking new gender legislation in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

Sunak: Reasonable for UK Government to consider blocking Scottish gender law

UK ministers have already hinted they may step in to block the reforms which were passed in Holyrood on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Check if you will be due £150, £300 or £900 cost of living payments this year

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Insider's guide to the regulation and legislation you need to know about in 2023

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UK Government threat to block Holyrood gender reform bill 'an attack on devolution'

Tory ministers have warned the controversial GRR legislation passed by MSPs could impact on UK-wide equalities laws.

Daily Record

Tory minister hits out at SNP government after MSPs pass gender bill

Women and equalities minister Kemi Badenoch said the passing of the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill has an "impact on the functioning of the Equality Act".

Daily Record

Trans spat between UK and Scottish governments could have been avoided

Record View says that if the UK Government wins a challenge against the Gender Recognition Reform Bill, it would make a mockery of Holyrood’s ability to pass landmark legislation when required.

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MSPs pass gender reforms but UK Government threatens block

The Bill was passed after lengthy debate at Holyrood, by 86 votes to 39.

The Independent UK

Intelligent Energy could start work on £100m East Midlands gigafactory in 2024

But UK firm warns it could still take plans to EU or Asia if domestic costs are too high

Birmingham Post

24 key money moments to mark in your diary for the year ahead

From the State Pension age review to changes in tax allowances, there’s a lot to keep track of in 2023.

Daily Record

Businesses 'banging their heads against the wall' due to Brexit trade blocks

BUSINESSES are “banging their heads against the wall” in the aftermath of Brexit and increased red tape, a new report has suggested.

The National (Scotland)

SNP call for changes to UK firearms licensing rules after Skye tragedy

AN inquiry opened in the wake of a tragic shooting on the Isle of Skye has concluded some improvements should be made to

The National (Scotland)

First Minister urges UK Transport Secretary to intervene in rail dispute as Christmas strikes loom

Severe disruption expected over festive season

Insider UK

War veteran, 98, set to lose £41,000 in state pension payments after being 'frozen' out

In the Autumn Statement, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed there will be a 10.1% rise to the state pension from April 2023 however, nearly half a million pensioners will not be seeing this lift.

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Sturgeon urges Harper to intervene in rail dispute as more strikes loom

RMT staff at Network Rail will walk out from 6pm on Christmas Eve until 6am on December 27.

Daily Record

DWP rejects calls to increase State Pension to £380 each week and reduce retirement age to 60

The proposals in an online petition that received over 110,000 signatures of support were debated by MPs last week.

Daily Record

Man hit with huge £7,000 energy bill after switching to government-backed heat pump

Steve Mason says he has seen his heating expenses rocket since installing the government backed system.

Daily Record

Nicola Sturgeon calls on UK Government to 'intervene immediately' to end rail dispute

The First Minister and the general secretary of the Scottish Trades Union Congress Roz Foyer want all parties to get around the table to end the pay and conditions dispute

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Nicola Sturgeon unites with trade unions to demand UK Government action on strikes

THE Tories must act to stop the disruption to Scotland’s railways due to strike action against UK Government-controlled train companies, the…

The National (Scotland)

Rishi Sunak refuses to say UK will respect Scotland's input on human rights laws

RISHI Sunak has refused to say the UK Government will respect its Scottish counterpart’s input on Tory efforts to change human rights laws –…

Daily Record

Rishi Sunak clashes with SNP MP as PM insists Scots want ministers to focus on 'most pressing' issues

Pete Wishart, MP for Perth and North Perthshire, warned the Prime Minister that denying another referendum would only push up support for independence.

Daily Record

New petition calls for cost of living animal welfare fund to protect cats and dogs

The proposals include a network of pet food banks across the UK and free vet care for homeless pet owners.

Daily Record

DWP confirms 11.6m Winter Fuel Payments of up to £600 made to older people across UK

Nearly one million people of State Pension age living in Scotland have received the heating help.

The National (Scotland)

FACT CHECK: Is Scotland taking in its fair share of asylum seekers?

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Daily Record

UK Government to sue Michelle Mone-linked firm over covid PPE deal

The Government has issued civil legal proceedings against PPE Medpro, a firm at the centre of a row over the supply of personal protective equipment during the coronavirus pandemic.

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