76 m. ago Campaigners call for public inquiry over deadline for pylon consultation

Community councils and campaigners have criticised the deadline on the proposed consultation for the Spittal to Beauly pylon line.

Events

2 h. ago Scotland first part of the UK to screen babies for ‘devastating’ rare condition

From early 2026 it is expected babies born in Scotland will be routinely tested for Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

Politics

7 h. ago Scottish Government accused of 'contempt for women' over language clash on day of For Women Scotland protest

On the day For Women Scotland campaigned outside the Scottish Parliament, minister were accused to showing “contempt” after using the language “pregnant people” in official government communications.

Politics

13 h. ago SQA staff balloted on industrial action after ‘unacceptable’ pay offer

The ballot will run until September 25, with the Unite union saying it will include staff at all grades and in all job roles.

Politics

13 h. ago Chaotic showdown over Guatemalan children exposes fault lines in Trump’s deportation push

A reconstruction of the aborted deportation of dozens of Guatemalan children on Labor Day weekend illuminates the latest clash between the administration’s desire for mass deportations and longstanding legal protections for migrants

Politics

17 h. ago Scottish Government working on removing free bus travel for poor behaviour

"Everyone has the right to be and feel safe when using or working on our public transport network."

Politics

17 h. ago Swinney’s independence referendum push is ‘diversion tactic’ – Starmer

The Prime Minister said the First Minister was using the constitution to distract from his record in Government.

Politics

21 h. ago ‘Lateness’ of UK Budget ‘entirely undesirable’, says Swinney

The First Minister was speaking after Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she will outline her fiscal plans in the Commons on November 26.

Politics

26 h. ago Fresh vote on independence ‘has never been more important’, says Swinney

The First Minister spoke as a new Scottish Government paper called on Westminster to ‘respect the people of Scotland’s right to decide their future’.

Politics

46 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

47 h. ago Clyde shipbuilding row as Keir Starmer accuses John Swinnney of blanking £10bn deal for new warships

A Scottish Government source described the Prime Minister's comments regarding the £10bn shipbuilding contract as "total b*llshit".

Economics

49 h. ago Ardrossan Harbour purchase remains 'top priority' for Scottish Government

Cunninghame North MSP Kenneth Gibson pressed the Scottish Government over the purchase of Ardrossan Harbour.

Politics

49 h. ago New changes to concession card train fares for people over 60 starts this week

The Scottish Government implemented changes to rail fairies on September 1.

Politics

3 d. ago Thomas Partey to appear in court day before Champions League clash with Tottenham

The former Arsenal midfielder will play his first game in the UK since being charged with five counts of rape

Sport

4 d. ago ScotRail confirm new train prices from Monday as they scrap 'peak fares'

The Scottish Government is implementing a policy which they say will make train fares simpler, more flexible, and provide better value for money for rail users.

Economics

5 d. ago Minister admits it may take decade for full rollout of lung cancer screening

Jenni Minto said the Scottish Expert Advisory Group launched by the Government estimated it could take anywhere between seven and 10 years for a scheme to be fully set up across the country.

Politics

6 d. ago Teachers back strike action in consultative ballot over class contact time

The Educational Institute of Scotland said long-promised changes to ease teachers’ workload have not been delivered.

Events

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

7 d. ago Scottish Greens mark ‘generational shift’ as Greer and Mackay become co

A ballot of party members saw the pair replace Patrick Harvie and Lorna Slater at the helm.

Politics

7 d. ago Scottish Government backs Loch Long Salmon in planning appeal

Conservation charity welcomes approval as a boost for rural investment and aquaculture

Politics