5 h. ago Crime in Ayrshire decreases according to new Scottish Government figures

Figures released by the Scottish Government revealed that crime in Ayrshire fell last year.

Politics

8 h. ago More than 80 jobs axed as bus firm collapses amid Alexander Dennis uncertainty

Alexander Dennis announced it could leave Scotland, with the loss of 800 jobs.

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16 h. ago Scottish Government must acknowledge the urgency of Scotland's housing emergency

Record View says a plan needs to be in place, over a year after the SNP formally recognised the issue.

Politics

30 h. ago Police Scotland to seek Government help with ‘considerable’ costs of Trump visit

The US President is expected to make a visit to Scotland this month.

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31 h. ago All the Scottish beaches on government's designated bathing waters list as hottest day of the year forecast

Scotland is gearing up for the hottest day of the year this Saturday.

Politics

33 h. ago UK Government must explain how it aims to cut energy bills, says minister

Energy Secretary Gillian Martin was speaking after a plan to divide the UK into regional pricing zones was rejected.

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35 h. ago Scottish and UK Governments must act to save Alexander Dennis, say MSPs

Holyrood’s Economy and Fair Work Committee said immediate action must be taken to stop the end of bus manufacturing in Scotland.

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40 h. ago Why focusing on ‘empty homes’ is a convenient distraction for ministers

The Scottish Government might want to look like it’s doing something, but the only way to solve the housing crisis is to build more homes, writes David J Alexander

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57 h. ago Committee urges action from Scottish and UK governments to save Alexander Dennis

Holyrood’s Economy and Fair Work Committee said immediate action must be taken to stop the end of bus manufacturing in Scotland.

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58 h. ago Scottish Government announces £85m boost to tackle delayed discharge

John Swinney admits ministers ‘must do better’ to tackle capacity problems in Scotland’s NHS

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59 h. ago Clyde shipbuilding 'thriving' thanks to UK Government investment in defence

Ian Murray welcomed the announced the Scottish Government-owned shipyard at Port Glasgow to build part of a new Royal Navy frigate.

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61 h. ago Appeal against North Lanarkshire Council's planning refusal dismissed by Scottish Governmment

In January the council refused an application for a change of use to a dwelling for a building near Mill Cottage in Allanton and this was appealed to the government’s Planning Enforcement and Appeals Division.

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69 h. ago Dad with 'twisted neck' condition urges Scottish Government to act for invisible patients

“It’s not life-threatening, but it’s life-changing. I’ve lived with this condition for 40 years and still feel like I’m falling through the cracks.”

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3 d. ago North Lanarkshire to benefit from additional Empty Homes Officers

Additional Scottish Government funding, delivered through the Scottish Empty Homes Partnership in 2025-26, will see councils across Scotland, including North Lanarkshire Council, take a more proactive and targeted approach to tackling local housing issues.

Society

3 d. ago Almost 40% of female Scottish survey respondents report inappropriate touching

The figures were obtained as part of a UK-wide survey

Politics

4 d. ago Scottish ministers accused of 'taking a wrecking ball' to North Sea oil and gas

Opposition parties say the Scottish Government has ‘squandered’ its just transition fund.

Politics

4 d. ago Orange Order to meet Scottish Government as air weapon attack condemned

The Scottish Government has agreed to meet with the Grand Orange Lodge to "hear their concerns" after they requested urgent talks with the First Minister.

Events

4 d. ago SNP cuts blamed as fire service 999 response times slowest in decade

The Scottish Conservatives have pointed to ‘savage and sustained budget cuts’ by the Scottish Government

Events

4 d. ago Scots cannot afford a third decade of SNP Government at Holyrood

In his regular column for the Record, the Scottish Labour leader said Scots urgently need a government that will do right by the next generation and create opportunities for all.

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6 d. ago Dad of tragic Scots boy in government help call after selling home amid treatment nightmare

Jamie Tierney, whose son is terminally ill, has sold the family home.

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