3 h. ago Welfare system overhaul does not amount to cuts, insists Scottish Labour leader

Anas Sarwar said the UK Government proposals will still see welfare spending increase.

Politics

6 h. ago Thousands of 'ageing' energy meters to be deactivated as Scots urged to act

According to the Scottish Government, as of January this year there were more than 146,000 households and businesses in Scotland still using RTS meters.

Politics

12 h. ago Reality check for Scottish Government's housing policies is a welcome sign

The rent caps shift and delay to the Heat in Buildings Bill suggests ministers are listening, writes David Alexander

Politics

12 h. ago Grangemouth workers need immediate government intervention to keep oil refinery open

Record View says action must be taken now to protect the loss of this vital part of Scotland’s industrial landscape.

Politics

17 h. ago Charity declares ‘national childhood emergency’ amid concerns about online harm

Children First said it has seen a ‘surge’ in young people coming to it in distress and at risk of ‘serious harm’.

Politics

18 h. ago Murderers who fail to reveal the location of victim's body may be refused parole

A proposal to an adendment of the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill saw "Suzanne's Law" being backed by the Scottish Government.

Events

30 h. ago Bird flu confirmed at premises near Inverness as Scottish Government issue restrictions

A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed near Inverness as restrictions have been put in place.

Politics

31 h. ago UK Government accused of ‘disrespect for devolution’ over welfare cuts

SNP Scotland Office spokesman Stephen Gethins hit out at the lack of engagement with the Scottish Government.

Politics

31 h. ago Scottish Labour health spokeswoman slams UK Government over benefit cuts

Carol Mochan said her own party's government "cannot balance the books on the backs of people who require benefits just to have a passable standard of living".

Politics

36 h. ago Scottish business quango 'expresses private doubts about Flamingo Land Loch Lomond plan'

EXCLUSIVE: Government agency Scottish Enterprise raised concerns about the controversial £40m resort bid in Balloch despite publicly backing it.

Economics

50 h. ago West Lothian Council facing £85m bill to tackle crumbling concrete

It is understood negotiations between the council and the Scottish Government about support for RAAC costs is ongoing.

Economics

51 h. ago SNP's top civil servant insists Government's 'inclusive' single

John Swinney’s most senior civil servant has hit back as suggestions the usage of single-sex spaces within the Scottish Government does not meet legal requirements.

Politics

54 h. ago Scottish and UK governments blow millions in taxpayer handouts to salmon multinationals

A new report has found nearly £17m shelled out in state subsidies to wealthy foreign-owned salmon farming corporations since 2021.

Economics

56 h. ago Scottish Government expands Council Tax debt scheme to help more people struggling with payments

Council Tax bills across Scotland are set to rise next month.

Economics

3 d. ago Scottish Government Cabinet Secretary visits Dumfries and Galloway

Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona Hyslop visited Dumfries and Galloway to discuss community transport.

Politics

3 d. ago Simon Jordan dishes out brutal Rangers reality check to Barry Ferguson – 'He's done nothing more than Clement'

A dream week for the Ibrox interim boss has boosted his chances of getting the gig permanently, but Simon Jordan isn't convinced

Politics

3 d. ago Stats show more than 3,000 apprentices in training in North Lanarkshire

This latest data highlights the success of the Scottish Government’s Modern Apprenticeship scheme in North Lanarkshire, as part of a broader national increase.

Politics

4 d. ago SNP Government will never bring back university tuition fees, says Jenny Gilruth

The Education Secretary said the Scottish government would not change its approach despite warnings that univeristies could go under.

Politics

5 d. ago Lando Norris snatches pole for Australian GP – as Lewis Hamilton receives Ferrari reality check

McLaren driver Norris disappointed home fans by taking pole away from home hero Oscar Piastri late on

Politics

5 d. ago Scottish Government to give extra £10m to universities under financial strain

The University of Dundee, which will benefit from the funding, said it was ‘extremely grateful’ to the Scottish Government.

Economics