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Trade union calls for ‘immediate mitigation’ of two-child cap in Scotland

Ministers are facing calls to speed up plans to effectively scrap the two-child cap on some benefits in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

SNP pressured after 10-month silence on plans for fish farm in national park

THE Scottish Government has insisted it will rule on a controversial application to build a fish farm in the waters of a national park “as soon as…

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SNP and Labour clash over taxes as Scotland loses 10,000 retail jobs

SCOTLAND lost more than 10,000 retail jobs in 2024, according to government figures, meaning the number of people employed in the sector is at its…

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Ian Murray urged to back campaign for Scotland games to be broadcast free

THE Greens have urged the Scottish Secretary to “give Scotland the gift of football” this Christmas and back the party’s campaign to have…

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Programme to tackle gender-based violence only running in third of schools

The Equally Safe at School programme has been adopted at 116 out of 361 state-funded secondary schools.

The Independent UK

Flamingo Land submits appeal after Loch Lomond resort bid rejected

FLAMINGO Land has submitted an appeal to the Scottish Government after its plans for a £40 million holiday resort next to Loch Lomond were…

The National (Scotland)

Loch Lomond development appeal 'all but certain' as Flamingo Land contract extended

AN appeal over rejected plans to develop on the banks of Loch Lomond is now "all but certain" ...

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Scottish Government looks to strengthen regulations on cosmetic treatment

A REVIEW of non-surgical cosmetic procedures has been launched in Scotland in a bid to improve client safety...

The National (Scotland)

Top Scottish civil servant backs ministers amid criticism of Nicola Sturgeon FOI case

SCOTLAND’S top civil servant has defended how SNP ministers handled a legal battle over the publication of evidence linked to an inquiry into…

The National (Scotland)

Flying to London from Edinburgh cheaper than train to Glasgow, research finds

THE Scottish Government has been urged to reduce the cost of rail travel after a price comparison found it was cheaper to fly from Edinburgh to…

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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.

The Independent UK

One in 10 temporary properties lying empty amid housing crisis, figures show

ONE in 10 homes used for temporary accommodation in Scotland are lying empty, according to the latest figures ...

The National (Scotland)

Watchdog flags 'poor' management at publicly owned Ferguson Marine shipyard

SERIOUS concerns have been raised over the poor “governance and decision-making" at a Glasgow shipyard as its future has been labelled…

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‘Postcode Lottery’ hurts mental health support for people with HIV, report warns

A REPORT has urged the Scottish Government to act after revealing significant gaps in mental health care for people living with HIV (human…

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Watchdog rebukes SNP Government after legal battles over Nicola Sturgeon evidence

THE Scottish Government has been rebuked by a transparency watchdog for fighting a freedom of information request relating to a probe into whether…

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Campaigners call for end to arms exports to Israel ahead of Parliament debates

CAMPAIGNERS are demanding an end to “empty words” from politicians ahead of a debate on recognising the state of Palestine and ending arms…

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FACT CHECK: How does Scotland's fish farming industry work?

SCOTLAND’S fish farming industry is worth hundreds of millions of pounds and has been lauded for bringing jobs to coastal communities.

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Minister rubbishes media claim 'SNP plan £15-a-day driving charge'

SCOTLAND’s Transport Secretary has rubbished claims that Scots could be charged £15 a day to drive under the SNP Government ...

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Scottish Government announces £5 million funding to restore rare habitat

A total of £5 million has been announced by the Scottish Government to restore Scotland’s rare rainforests and tackle the biodiversity crisis...

The National (Scotland)

Scots urged not to miss out on £300 winter heating help – how to apply

PEOPLE across Scotland have been urged not to miss out on up to £300 to help with their energy bills ahead of a key deadline...

The National (Scotland)

SNP Government 'discussing grant' to restart Scotland to Europe ferry link

THE SNP Government is discussing “possible grant funding” for a new ferry link between Scotland and mainland Europe ...

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Labour will be held accountable if they vote against Budget, says John Swinney

VOTING against the Scottish Government’s Budget will be an “albatross” around Labour’s neck, the First Minister has said, as he pledged to…

The Independent UK

New breakfast club scheme to help children reach ‘learning potential’ – Gilruth

The £3 million Bright Start Breakfasts initiative was announced at the recent Budget.

The Independent UK

Voting against the Budget will be ‘albatross’ around Labour’s neck, says Swinney

The SNP remain short of a majority and will have to seek support from other parties to pass the Budget.

The National (Scotland)

Two-child benefit cap mitigation could start in early 2026, says Shona Robison

THE Scottish Government’s mitigation of the two-child benefit cap could be introduced ahead of the 2026 financial year if work progresses well,…

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