13 h. ago Suicide prevention strategy launched in wake of Polmont YOI deaths – SPS

SPS also committed to pilot ‘signs of life’ suicide prevention/monitoring technology in Polmont, with a report due by January 17 2026.

Events

14 h. ago Scottish Minister for Employment and Investment to address The Scotsman Investment Conference

This year’s The Scotsman Investment Conference will be drawn to a close by Tom Arthur MSP, Minister for Employment and Investment, who will round off a packed day of presentations and discussion.

Politics

15 h. ago John Swinney thanked us for ‘colossal investment’ during talks, says Eric Trump

The executive vice-president of the Trump Organisation met the Scottish First Minister at Bute House on Thursday.

Politics

18 h. ago Swinney defends Sturgeon’s record against accusations of failure

Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay took aim at the former first minister after she announced her intention to leave Holyrood.

Events

18 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon accused of 'toxic agenda' that 'trampled on women's rights'

Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay insisted the former first minister had ‘failed Scotland’

Events

42 h. ago Swinney voices concern at ‘extreme situation’ at University of Dundee

The First Minister’s comments come a day after the university said it will cut more than 600 jobs as it bids to tackle a £35 million deficit.

Politics

43 h. ago GB News halted for big 'breaking news' as viewers make same comment

GB News was interrupted to announce that former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will not be seeking re-election next year, with the politician making a statement

Politics

45 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon QUITS: Former SNP chief will not stand for re

Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon dramatically quit today insisting she wants to start a 'new chapter' outside of politics.

Politics

45 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon says she's quitting in major announcement to SNP supporters

The former First Minister says she will not seek re-election to the Scottish Parliament next year

Politics

4 d. ago Swinney speaks of ‘huge benefits’ from Commonwealth Games on milestone day

There are 500 days to go until the 2026 Commonwealth Games open in Glasgow.

Politics

6 d. ago Reform UK in meltdown as party ousts MP Rupert Lowe amid 'bullying' probe and 'violent threats' against their chairman... but he blasts 'vexatious' claims issued a day his clash with Nigel Farage

In an explosive statement, party chairman Zia Yusuf and chief whip Lee Anderson said Rupert Lowe was being investigated over complaints by two female employees.

Politics

6 d. ago Reform UK plunged into crisis as party reveals 'bullying probe' into Rupert Lowe and claims MP 'made violent threats' against their chairman... a day after he slated Nigel Farage's leadership

In an explosive statement, party chairman Zia Yusuf and chief whip Lee Anderson said Rupert Lowe was being investigated over complaints by two female employees.

Politics

6 d. ago Swinney 'inconsistent' and 'lacks credibility' on Trident stance, says Scottish Secretary

Ian Murray also told Scottish politicians who criticised the Prime Minister on his response to the Oval Office scenes to ‘grow up’

Politics

8 d. ago Economic growth forecast to slow amid fears over US tariffs on whisky

Ernst & Young LLP also warned employer national insurance increases could affect investment and hiring decisions.

Economics

8 d. ago John Swinney 'all over the place on defence', claims Ian Murray

The Scottish Secretary said the SNP First Minister is "not credible at all on defence".

Politics

8 d. ago SNP ministers Shona Robison and Fiona Hyslop to quit Scottish Parliament

Shona Robison has held a host of ministerial briefs during her time as a MSP, most recently as SNP finance secretary

Politics

8 d. ago Two senior Scottish Government ministers to quit Holyrood at 2026 election

Finance Secretary Shona Robison and Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop were both first elected when the Scottish Parliament was established in 1999.

Politics

9 d. ago I will be proud to invite Zelensky to address Holyrood, says Presiding Officer

First Minister John Swinney earlier backed calls for the Ukrainian president to be invited to address the Scottish Parliament.

Events

9 d. ago Revealed: Christian Horner's 'f*** all of them' reaction to sex texts scandal leak

Last season began for a dark cloud under the constructor after it was revealed that team principal Horner was under investigation for alleged 'coercive behaviour' towards an employee.

Politics

1 week 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