11 h. ago Scotland's top civil servant blames SNP Government's financial woes on 'economic shocks'

The outgoing permanent secretary of the Scottish Government has blamed a lack of financial sustainability on economic “shocks” he branded “unprecedented”.

Economics

16 h. ago Scots losing faith in SNP Government ability to deliver on key issues like NHS and economy

A survey found many Scots remain unconvinced Labour could do a better job in power than the SNP, despite widespread dissatisfaction with the state of public services.

Politics

24 h. ago Man Utd news: Sir Jim Ratcliffe makes decision on summer transfers as fans plan huge protest

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim will look to press on with plans for a huge Europa League last-16 clash against Real Sociedad amid a backdrop of unrest from the fans and financial woes off the pitch

Sport

33 h. ago How SNP's £7.8 billion austerity drive helped create Scotland's social care crisis

The SNP government cut a total of £7.8 billion from core council budgets between 2013-14 and 2025-26, according to a new analysis by Scottish Labour

Economics

45 h. ago SNP accused of 'raiding' £8bn from councils' core funding as tax poised to rise

New analysis has suggested SNP ministers have cut Scottish councils’ core funding by almost £8 billion.

Economics

65 h. ago SNP Government blamed for council tax rises hitting Scots after '£7.8 billion raid' on town halls

Years of cuts to budgets have left many Scots councils struggling to deliver essential services.

Economics

3 d. ago Hundreds of Scottish Government civil servants dodge SNP's 'harsh' tax regime

The Scottish Government has confirmed 241 of its employees do not pay the Scottish rate of income tax because their main residence is not in Scotland.

Politics

4 d. ago Obituaries: Stewart MacLeod, civil engineer behind major projects in Scotland including Kylesku and Dornoch bridges

Born 1938 in Glasgow. Died 2025 in Perth, aged 86

Events

5 d. ago Government must reassure Foreign Office staff after aid cuts, says SNP MP

Chris Law was speaking following the resignation of development minister Anneliese Dodds over the decision to cut the aid budget.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump’s threatened 25% tariffs on EU imports could trigger ‘economic turmoil’

US president’s plan could prove to be an economic shock to both blocs, German thinktank saysBusiness live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s threatened 25% tariffs on EU imports could trigger “economic turmoil”, sharply push down growth and send inflation soaring, according to a German thinktank.The Kiel Institute said the US president’s promise on Wednesday that he would impose the levies “very soon” was a profound moment in the postwar relationship between Washington and Brussels and could prove to be an economic shock to both parties. Continue reading...

Economics

7 d. ago Gaelic professor just inadvertently summed up everything that's wrong with SNP government

The Scottish Languages Bill has provoked strong words from a leading expert in the Gaelic language

Politics

8 d. ago SNP Government Budget to clear final hurdle after John Swinney agrees deals with parties

MSPs will vote on the final stage of Holyrood's spending plans for the year ahead with the NHS set to be handed record funding.

Economics

1 week ago David Goodwillie: SNP Government approves legal aid application for rape prosecution after 'agonising' wait

The funding approved by the Scottish Government in relation to the David Goodwillie case reportedly amounts to £2,500

Politics

1 week ago SNP Government awards David Goodwillie rape victim legal aid to pursue criminal trial

The Scottish Government has decided to award Denise Clair legal aid meaning she will make legal history by bringing the first private criminal prosecution in Scotland for 150 years.

Events

1 week ago Manchester United's financial woes deepen as INEOS plans further job cuts at Old Trafford

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to sack up to 200 more members of staff at Old Trafford as they continue their cost-cutting measures amid financial concerns

Politics

1 week ago How BBC Scotland's Debate Night has revealed the big shifts in public opinion over last six years

Debate Night audiences were angry with the Conservatives about Brexit, then the SNP over its achievements in government and now Labour

Politics

1 week ago 'Brutal SNP cuts' blamed as five authorities confirm biggest council tax rise in 20 years

SNP ministers are facing pressure after five local authorities confirmed the biggest rises to council tax in a generation.

Economics

1 week ago John Swinney's fury at Labour over energy is distraction from SNP's failures

The SNP still needs to get its own house in order as it calls on the UK government to follow through on key energy plans.

Events

1 week ago SNP Government accused of 'slap in the face' to carers over plan snub

A coalition of 70 campaign groups has sent a hard hitting letter to Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes accusing the Government of a u-turn.

Politics

2 w. ago EastEnders’ Cheryl Fergison admits she’s ‘just surviving’ and working for 'no money' amid financial struggle

EastEnders icon Cheryl Fergison has lifted the lid on her financial woes including how she is now working for 'no money' in a bid to survive, 14 years after soap axe

Economics