7 h. ago SNP 'hypocrisy' row deepens as Scottish Government investment quango hands £18m in grants to arms firms

An SNP quango has handed out £18.4 million to defence firms in the past five years, despite ministers claiming the Scottish Government does not fund companies involved in munitions.

Economics

12 h. ago NHS 24, Police Scotland and Scottish Government raising awareness of dangers of spiking

Consistent national response has been developed to ensure that individuals who present to A&E with suspected spiking receive clear and uniform advice.

Events

17 h. ago Nearly two million Scots forced to wait over four hours in A&E

Since the last Scottish Government target was last hit, 1,921,053 people waited four hours or more.

Politics

22 h. ago Ferries Scotland: Island committee to stage protest against state of Oban to Mull ferry service

The Mull and Iona Ferry Committee criticised a Scottish Government decision as “bizarre” and “unfair”.

Events

36 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

37 h. ago Trump brutally ended Obama’s flagship project to power Africa – but the dream is not dead

Power Africa – established more than a decade ago – aimed to help bring stable electricity to 600 million people across Africa, writes Nick Ferris, before being cut by the current president. But all hope is not lost

Politics

38 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.

Politics

47 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

61 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.

Politics

61 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

61 h. ago Here are some things you can do to be better prepared for major flooding

Catastrophic floods often bring with them loss of power, cuts to key emergency communications and sudden hazardous situations that leave victims with only minutes or seconds to seek higher ground and stay safe

Events

64 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.

Politics

66 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.

Politics

2 d. 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

Politics

3 d. 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.

Politics

3 d. 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

Politics

3 d. 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.

Politics

3 d. 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.

Politics

4 d. 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.”

Politics

4 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