25 h. ago Popularity ratings of Scottish party leaders revealed, including SNP's John Swinney

The results of the YouGov poll don’t make for particularly great reading for any of Scotland’s political party leaders

Politics

36 h. ago Most Americans, including 60 percent of Republicans, troubled by Signalgate: Poll

According to the poll of almost 6,000 U.S. adults, 53 percent of respondents said the incident was a ‘very serious’ problem

Politics

51 h. ago Spring Statement 2025: Chancellor failing businesses as tax hikes kill investment

“There was no new support to ease the pressure on small employers; no targeted reliefs, no funding boosts, and no signal of short-term help with borrowing costs”

Events

3 d. ago Hike council tax on second homes in Scotland to help first time buyers, urge Greens

EXCLUSIVE: Ross Greer said "homes are not for hoarding" as he called on the SNP Government to remove caps on council tax rises on second homes.

Economics

3 d. ago The YouGov poll that shows Scots back tax rises for the richest

A poll by YouGov found 68 per cent think the richest should pay more

Politics

5 d. ago Scots couple given wrong council tax band refunded £4k after 10

Tens of thousands of Scots could be in the wrong band and potentially in line for payouts worth thousands of pounds.

Economics

6 d. ago Council tax rises in Scotland: How much you will be paying from next month

Some Scots will be forking out nearly £300 more than others in the same council tax band as them due to living in different local authority areas.

Economics

7 d. ago Council tax in Scotland: the highest and lowest rates across the country

The Record has produced a league table of the town halls with the highest levels of council tax.

Politics

9 d. ago Scots firms fined for 'deliberately' dodging tax named and shamed by HMRC

An Edinburgh restaurant boss is amongst those named by tax chiefs as a 'deliberate defaulter' after being fined more than £200,000.

Economics

1 week ago Scottish Government expands Council Tax debt scheme to help more people struggling with payments

Council Tax bills across Scotland are set to rise next month.

Economics

1 week ago Cheapest Council Tax in Scotland 2025: Here are the 10 local authorities with the lowest bills

How much you pay in council tax depends on which local authority area you live in.

Economics

1 week ago Most Expensive Council Tax in Scotland 2025: Here are the 10 local authorities with the biggest bills

Where you live in Scotland makes a big difference when it comes to how much council tax you pay.

Economics

1 week ago Council Tax Rises in Scotland 2025: Here are all 32 local authorities' tax hikes

Many Scots are facing double-digit council tax rises.

Culture

2 w. ago Tax troubles round corner for Scottish retailers and shoppers as store takings wane

“Many are continuing to prioritise saving, travel and experiences, with nervousness about the economy deferring other big ticket purchasing” – Linda Ellett, KPMG

Economics

2 w. ago Council Tax rises in Scotland: Highest and lowest bill increases in cash terms

The Daily Record has compiled a league table of how much each council tax bill increases in cash terms

Economics

2 w. ago Falkirk councillor suffers 'overwhelming' abuse and hate after council tax rise

Independent councillor Laura Murtagh admitted she expected people to be angry after her 15.6% council tax increase - the largest in Scotland - was backed by Falkirk Council.

Events

2 w. ago Death threats sent to Scots council leaders after tax hikes and salary increases

One council leader has asked for increased security over the weekend following the rise in tax.

Events

2 w. ago Check if your new Council Tax bill will be higher than your neighbours this year

Everyone in Scotland will see their Council Tax payments rise from April 1.

Economics

2 w. ago Council tax in Scotland: Highest and lowest rates for 2025/26

The Daily Record has compiled a league table of the town halls with the highest levels of council tax.

Politics

3 w. ago ‘Tax on savers’ plan from Reeves could hit a million Scots – SNP

Research from the House of Commons Library shows 25% of adults in Scotland have cash ISAs.

Economics