2 h. ago Young Scots in rural areas face 'very limited' opportunities due to low pay and poor transport links

EXCLUSIVE: Pay and job opportunities have become less favourable for youngsters across several parts of the country.

Politics

27 h. ago The US healthcare system hurts poor Americans. It’s about to get worse

As Congress cuts healthcare access to pay for tax cuts and poor Americans die earlier, billionaires invest in anti-ageingThere’s a weird disconnect to the public debate about health in the United States. In January, millions of Americans may drop their health insurance as premiums skyrocket following the Trump administration’s decision to end federal subsidies that helped some 20 million people afford insurance on the Obamacare marketplaces.Earlier this year, Republicans in Congress agreed to cut more than $850bn from the 10-year budgets of Medicaid, the health insurance program for low-income people, and the Chip health insurance program for children, in order to pay for some tax cuts. Given the US’s budgetary rules, that cut means an additional $500bn in funding for Medicare is at risk. Continue reading...

Politics

59 h. ago 'I stayed at a rural Scottish hotel and it was the perfect Christmas getaway'

Scotland Now's Alexander Smail recently headed to Thainstone House in Aberdeenshire.

Politics

4 d. ago Forestry chief warns Scotland set to miss planting targets again

Scotland’s forestry sector is facing an increase in interest from rural communities.

Events

4 d. ago How to reverse depopulation of rural Scotland and turn it into an economic powerhouse

By spending between £80m and £150m a year, the Scottish Government could transform struggling rural communities

Economics

6 d. ago Fallin transport links under microscope as councillor calls for bus improvement

A councillor for the village has had a motion at last week's full council meeting met with strong support after complaints over the poor bus service.

Politics

1 week ago Majority of Scots believe politicians do not understand needs of rural Scotland

A new survey has found access to healthcare is the main concern for those living in rural parts of Scotland.

Politics

3 w. ago Communities must be at the heart of Scotland’s renewable future

Renewable energy can be a tremendous engine for economic and social good in rural Scotland, but only if we treat local people as true partners

Politics

3 w. ago 'Sustained decline' in rural Scotland after 4.5 per cent drop in growth

The figures come amid ongoing uncertainty for the sector over the ‘family farm tax’

Politics

3 w. ago Holidaymakers in Italy to face major disruption following nationwide strike

The national walkout, planned for Friday, 28 November, is set to affect rail services, local transport, ferries and even flights - with some air links potentially running on reduced timetables.

Events

3 w. ago The rural Scottish Christmas market in Fife that is a hidden gem foodie haven

It will feature local makers, festive food and drink, live music and more.

Events

3 w. ago Are you getting a new M&S store? Retailer reveals 200 'wish list' London locations

Retailer says it wants sites with good transport links and strong footfall seven days a week

Politics

3 w. ago I stood beside thousands of anxious farmers – this Budget must give them hope

This Budget must show leadership, protect family farms and give rural Scotland confidence

Politics

4 w. ago Are you in line for new M&S? Retailer reveals 200 "wish list" London locations

Retailer says it wants sites with good transport links and strong footfall seven days a week

Politics

4 w. ago The life of 'Hitler's pianist' after he fled Nazi Germany for quiet life in Aberdeenshire

Walter Hambock had played piano for the Nazis before escaping a concentration camp and setting up life in rural Scotland.

Events

4 w. ago This Scottish rural retreat with hot tubs and a wild sauna is one of the best I've stayed in

Forbes of Kingennie Country Resort in Angus is ideal for kicking back surrounded by nature

Politics