94 minutes ago Nicola Sturgeon has right 'to a private life' following divorce from Peter Murrell, says John Swinney

The First Minister described the end of the relationship between the former SNP leader and the party's ex-chief executive as a "very sad process".

Politics

26 hours ago Party poopers! SNP bans birthday cakes from Scottish nurseries over fears children are eating 'unhealthy' sweet treats several times a week

John Swinney's government has introduced new guidance for youngsters in early education limiting the types of food they can eat in a bid to halve childhood obesity.

Society

66 minutes ago John Swinney warns rise of Reform in Scotland 'must be confronted' as Nigel Farage's party climbs in polls

The First Minister told the Record he would never "cosy up" to Nigel Farage's party.

Events

9 hours ago John Swinney blasts Margaret Thatcher as he sets out vision to end child poverty

The First Minister said there is "nothing without society" in a swipe at the former Tory Prime Minister.

Politics

22 hours ago John Swinney is 'uniting Scots', says SNP as party extends polling lead over Labour

The poll makes grim reading for Anas Sarwar

Politics

24 hours ago Commonwealth Games hero Matty McHale sets his sights on British crown in Gladiators clash in East Kilbride

The big Scottish fight night is also set to be screened live on the BBC for the rest of the UK

Politics