32 h. ago ‘Unhelpful’ Budget date could delay Holyrood tax and spending plans to new year

Scottish Finance Secretary Shona Robison hit out after Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed she will outline her fiscal plans on November 26.

Economics

4 d. ago Boss of Scotland's largest trade union suspended over sexual misconduct claim

Derek Thomson, who has been Unite’s Scottish secretary since 2023, faces complaints of inappropriate behaviour.

Economics

6 d. ago Emma Caldwell public inquiry demand as family 'lose trust' in Crown Office

Lawyer Aamer Anwar issued a statement following a meeting with the Scottish Government justice secretary Angela Constance.

Society

9 d. ago Ian Murray to cut steel on barge that will help deliver three new Navy ships

The Scottish Secretary is to visit the Navantia UK yard in Methil, Fife, on Tuesday, where the £8 million 1,400 tonne barge is being built.

Politics

2 w. ago Culture Secretary announces £1.8 million for arts and culture festivals

Angus Robertson said the money would ensure Scotland’s ‘cultural highlights can be enjoyed at home and abroad’.

Economics

3 w. ago Liam Gallagher calls Edinburgh council ‘bunch of snakes’ over fan remarks

City of Edinburgh council have come under fire after predicting fans at the band’s shows would be old, raucous and overweight

Politics

3 w. ago Swinney praises Olympic champion Hoy’s cancer work after Bute House meeting

The cyclist has turned to raising awareness of cancer since announcing his terminal diagnosis last year.

Sport

4 w. ago Oasis fan comments 'snobby' as council chiefs blasted ahead of Murrayfield gigs

Ian Murray MP has hit back at City of Edinburgh Council.

Politics

4 w. ago Scottish Secretary Ian Murray gives wealth tax verdict as deputy prime minister Angela Rayner pushes for move

The Scottish Secretary said a tax on the highest income earners would lead to ‘flight’ of wealthier people abroad.

Politics

4 w. ago Ian Murray: Banning alcohol at football but not rugby is 'classist and snobby'

Ian Murray, the Scottish Secretary, criticised existing rules during an appearance at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Sport

4 w. ago Edinburgh Council remarks about Oasis fans ‘snobby’, Scottish Secretary says

Ian Murray also described the ban on drinking alcohol at stadiums as ‘classist’.

Politics

last month Scotland leading UK’s space race as Skyrora granted ‘milestone’ launch licence

“This launch licence isn’t just one giant leap for Skyrora - it’s a massive boost to the whole of Scotland and the wider UK’s space sector” – Scottish secretary Ian Murray

Politics