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Compensation for South Uist businesses is not off the table, says minister

MAIRI McAllan has recommitted ministers to talks with South Uist businesses affected by summer sailing cuts - including the topic of…

The National (Scotland)

Solicitors seek clarity on Sturgeon’s Covid-19 WhatsApp messages

Counsel acting on behalf of Scottish ministers said Nicola Sturgeon did not have relevant informal communication regarding the inquiry.

The Independent UK

Hundreds of volunteers celebrate success of the Scottish Pantry Network

An awards event recognising their hard work is now set to be held every year.

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UK’s first deposit return scheme ‘cannot go ahead as planned’, minister says

Scottish circular economy minister Lorna Slater insisted the scheme, which has been passed by Holyrood, had been ‘show down’ by Westminster.

The Independent UK

Appoint violence against women and girls commissioner in Scotland, says review

THE Scottish Government should appoint a commissioner for violence against women and girls to ensure it is meeting human rights obligations, an…

The National (Scotland)

SNP aim to force UK Government's hand on food banks with Westminster bill

AN SNP MP is to present a bill to Westminster urging the Tory government to publish a plan to end the use of food banks in the UK ...

The National (Scotland)

Transport minister quits due to poor mental health

He now plans to return to the back benches and concentrate on serving constituents in Aberdeen

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Yousaf using deposit return row to hide his Government’s failings, claims Sarwar

The First Minister and his Cabinet say the scheme may not be able to continue in light of a UK Government decision it must exclude glass.

The Independent UK

Falkirk Council facing fourth biggest budget gap in Scotland

All local authorities across Scotland are struggling with financial challenges, the Accounts Commission has said.

Daily Record

Transport minister resigns from Scottish Government after two months in post

KEVIN Stewart has stepped down from the role of transport minister in the Scottish Government after just over two months in the job ...

The National (Scotland)

Political row over Scotland’s deposit return scheme explained

The environmental initiative is at the centre of a political storm.

The Independent UK

'Work to be done' after key mental health waiting times target missed

The Scottish Government has accepted more work needs to be done to get on top of waiting times for children’s mental health services after…

The National (Scotland)

Humza Yousaf warned scrapping deposit return scheme would be 'seismic' and damage his Government

Biffa, which supports the DRS, said axing the scheme would undermine the Government’s position as a “legislator that can be relied upon”.

Daily Record

Warning of 'seismic' impact on Scottish Government reputation amid DRS debate

THE firm contracted to deliver logistics for Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS) has delivered a fierce warning against scrapping it, claiming…

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Young people providing part-time care for someone urged to claim £359 annual payment

The Young Carer Grant is for Scots aged 16, 17 or 18 who provide up to 16 hours of care each week.

Daily Record

SNP MP pushes UK Government for plan to end reliance on food banks by 2030

EXCLUSIVE: Glasgow MP Chris Stephens will present his Food Poverty Strategy Bill to the House of Commons on Wednesday.

Daily Record

Islanders stage mass protest after being cut off from mainland in ferry fiasco

Islanders are not happy after CalMac has cancelled nearly every service in June from South Uist.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland 'must learn' from English Universal Basic Income trial despite limited power

SCOTLAND “must learn” from a Universal Basic Income (UBI) trial in England which could be a “game changer” in tackling poverty.

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Deposit Return Scheme can 'absolutely' work without glass, says operator

SCOTLAND'S Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) can “absolutely” go ahead without glass bottles included, according to the boss of the company…

The Independent UK

Scottish deposit return can ‘absolutely’ work without glass, operator insists

David Harris, chief executive of Circularity Scotland, said there would be ‘a risk to jobs and investment’ if the scheme does not go ahead.

Daily Record

Deposit return scheme in Scotland 'on the brink' as Humza Yousaf appeals to Rishi Sunak

The future of a flagship recycling scheme could be decided at a meeting of the Scottish Government Cabinet on Tuesday.

Daily Record

Anger as Erskine residents forced to take three buses to local hospital after service cuts

Erskine Community Council says it has been inundated with complaints from residents impacted by the removal of the number 22 bus.

The National (Scotland)

Unique Scottish policy making 'real difference' to child poverty, data suggests

THE Scottish Child Payment is making a “real difference” to food bank use in the country, a leading charity has suggested ...

The National (Scotland)

Scotland 'set precedent for UK to follow', top charity says of food bank plans

SCOTLAND has set “a precedent for other governments around the UK to follow”, a leading charity has said ...

Daily Record

Council to consult on plans for ‘future-proofed’ Hairmyres railway station and Park and Ride

The Labour-led administration at South Lanarkshire Council say the new interchange is needed to "get East Kilbride moving again"

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