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Warning of ‘inertia, delay and uncertainty’ without Internal Market Act changes

The author of a new report on the Act for Scottish Environment LINK suggested ‘legislative keyhole surgery’ for the Act, introduced after Brexit.

The Independent UK

Ministerial group on pandemic preparedness to meet within weeks, says Kate Forbes

A MINISTERIAL group set up to prepare for protocols for a future pandemic will meet “in the coming weeks”, Scotland’s deputy First Minister…

The National (Scotland)

Forbes welcomes deal creating hundreds of jobs at former Michelin factory site

Textile manufacturer Wilkie has become the majority shareholder for Dundee’s Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc.

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Labour Government has no mandate for austerity, Kate Forbes says

KATE Forbes has warned the Labour Government that it does not have a mandate for austerity ...

The National (Scotland)

Donald Trump's uncertainty in green energy could be boost for Scots, says Kate Forbes

UNCERTAINTY caused by the new Donald Trump administration in the US could see green energy investors divert to Scotland and the UK, the Deputy…

The National (Scotland)

Scots ‘can benefit from Trump uncertainty’ in green energy investment: Forbes

The Deputy First Minister also defended the Government’s stance that it would meet the President-elect.

The Independent UK

Kate Forbes hits back at Anas Sarwar over 'bizarre' comments on business

SCOTLAND’S Deputy First Minister has hit out at Anas Sarwar after comments he made on reform around quangos supporting businesses in Scotland...

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Scots think Scottish Government should take stake in renewable energy projects – poll

THE vast majority of Scots believe the Scottish Government should own part of any new renewable energy developments in Scotland, according to a new…

The National (Scotland)

Review of the year: What happened in Scottish politics in 2024?

AT the start of 2024, Humza Yousaf was the first minister, the SNP and Greens were partners in the Scottish Government, the SNP had 48 MPs at…

The National (Scotland)

The Scottish political year in review

With a new First Minister, a general election, and the death of a ‘monumental’ political figure, it has been a memorable year in Scottish politics.

Evening Standard

Scottish Government to end use of WhatsApp following review

THE Scottish Government is to end the use of WhatsApp on official devices following the publication of an externally-led review.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government publishes emails on Alex Salmond repatriation efforts

THE UK Government considered using the Royal Air Force (RAF) to return Alex Salmond from North Macedonia following his death, emails show ...

The National (Scotland)

Ending use of WhatsApp is ‘clear admission’ Government was wrong, claim Tories

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes announced the Scottish Government will stop using mobile messaging applications by the spring.

The Independent UK

Scottish Government to cease use of WhatsApp by spring, says Forbes

The Scottish Government had been criticised for its handling of informal messages from the pandemic.

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Tory motion to break-up Highland Council branded 'political posturing'

THE leader of Highland Council's Conservative group is urging colleagues to back his call for the break-up of the local authority as opponents brand…

Evening Standard

Forbes urged to allow Sheku Bayoh inquiry to examine decision not to prosecute

The Bayoh family’s lawyer said if it cannot do so, the inquiry ‘is not fit for purpose’.

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes 'must make decision on Sheku Bayoh inquiry or quit', family say

KATE Forbes must make a decision on the Sheku Bayoh inquiry or step down as Deputy First Minister, the lawyer representing his family has said ...

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes says economy 'recovering steadily' as Scottish GDP growth beats UK

KATE Forbes said Scotland's economy is "recovering steadily" as new figures showed GDP grew by 0.3 between August and September ...

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Years of low levels of investment have held Scotland back, Kate Forbes says

The Deputy First Minister and Economy Secretary said private investment is ‘essential’ to growing the economy.

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes to take on new role as Scotland's 'investment champion'

KATE Forbes is to take on a new role as Scotland’s “investment champion,” the Scottish Government has announced...

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes: Labour National Insurance hike will dent economic growth

LABOUR have failed "a question of basic competence" by bringing in a hike to employers' National Insurance contributions…

The National (Scotland)

Scotland outpacing rest of the UK with green jobs, new figures show

SCOTLAND’S green jobs market is outpacing the rest of the UK, new figures have shown ...

The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar named Scottish Politician of the Year

SCOTTISH Labour leader Anas Sarwar has been named Scottish Politician of the Year, collecting the award for the second time in three years...

The National (Scotland)

There is a credible path forward for Scottish independence, says Kate Forbes

KATE Forbes has said that there is still a “credible path” forward for Scottish independence ...

The Independent UK

Forbes vows Scotland will capitalise on ‘opportunities’ of net zero transition

Kate Forbes is due to attend a meeting with senior figures in the offshore wind and hydrogen industries on Monday.

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