Changes to Deposit Return Scheme announced
In a statement to The Scottish Parliament on Thursday afternoon Circular Economy Minister, Lorna Slater, announced some new measures which are intended to help...
Scottish Government plough on with constitutional matters
The Scottish Government is launching a prospectus paper "Building a New Scotland" this week.This is the fourth in a series of proposals for...
Scottish Government has plans for town centres
Plans to breathe new life into town centres across Scotland have been unveiled by Local Government Minister Derek Mackay today.Included in the plan is...
Green MSP questions Minister on civil partnerships consultation
Patrick Harvie, Scottish Green MSP for Glasgow, questioned the responsible Minister at Topical Questions at Holyrood today and raised with him concerns about the Scottish Government's consultation...
First Minister sets out referendum process ahead of Brexit trigger
The First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced today at Bute House that the Scottish Government is determined that Scotland will have the choice between what...
MSP says disability does not mean inability
Jeremy Balfour, Scottish Conservative MSP addressed the Scottish Parliament recently to outline his ongoing concern for the continuing lack of employment opportunities for disabled...
Neil Findlay steps down from the Labour front bench
Labour MSP for Lothian Neil Findlay announced today that he will resign his seat in the Scottish Parliament at the next election in 2021....
Speedway – Monarchs home highlights show date
Edinburgh Monarchs' Home Highlights Show is on Friday, November 29 at Edinburgh Napier University's Craiglockhart Campus. Tickets £5.
The venue, commonly called "The Egg", was...
Health Secretary reminds the public of the message to Stay at...
Today's media briefing at St Andrew's House was conducted by the Health Secretary, Jeane Freeman, along with National Clinical Director Jason Leitch and Chief...
Greece added to the Scottish quarantine list
Anyone arriving in Scotland from Greece will be required to self-isolate at home, or another specified address, for 14 days on arrival in Scotland...
Coronavirus – today’s figures
The Scottish Government has issued figures today of the number of people who have been diagnosed with Covid-19 in the last 24 hours.The...
Coronavirus – period of self-isolation reduced to 10 days from Monday
All over the UK, anyone who is required to self-isolate, due to contact with someone who has had a positive test for Covid-19, or...
Coronavirus – today’s figures
The latest figures detailing the number of people diagnosed with Covid-19 in the last 24 hours in Scotland have been announced by the First...
Liberal Democrats claim success in their budget negotiations
Lib Dems say they have secured more than £300m of budget support for mental health, education and councils following negotiations with the Scottish Finance...
Coronavirus – Tuesday’s figures
The latest figures detailing the number of people diagnosed with Covid-19 in the 24 hours to 25May 2021 in Scotland are shown below. ...
Scottish Government appoint panel of experts ahead of Emergency Budget Review
A panel of experts, including economists who will study the impact on Scotland of the UK Chancellor’s fiscal approach will assist The Scottish Government...
Vote on Gender Recognition Reform Bill delayed
MSPs sat until late on Wednesday evening, but due to delays and more than 150 amendments tabled for discussion, voting did not take place...
Scottish Government confirms solidarity with Ukraine
As the one year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approached, The Scottish Government's Minister with special responsibility for Ukraine confirmed that Scotland...
Stop the Chop Petition handed in to Holyrood today
As we advised you yesterday, Edinburgh campaigner, Ani Rinchen Khandro, went to Holyrood this afternoon and handed in the petition bearing over 1,000 names...
The Scottish Government reshuffle
The Scottish Government's new Cabinet team has been announced by First Minister Alex Salmond, subject to the necessary parliamentary approval.
Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon,...
Referendum BIll makes progress
Parliamentary committee endorses Referendum BillThe Scottish Independence Referendum Bill has cleared its first parliamentary hurdle following the endorsement of the general principles of the...
Presiding Officer calls for Parliamentary reform
The voices of the people must be heard in Parliament following Scotland’s unprecedented voter turn-out at the Referendum, says Presiding Officer Tricia Marwick.Leading Time for...
Holyrood sets date for Scottish Budget
It has been announced that The Scottish Government's budget will be delivered on 16 December 2015.Deputy First Minister and Finance Secretary John Swinney will...
Splicing the fibre for fast broadband in Edinburgh
The newly appointed Economy Convener Gavin Barrie did not have to wait too long for his first photo opportunity.He only took up the job...
Government to introduce prepaid smartcards
The Scottish Government has announced a new digital system intended to reduce stigma and make it easier to eat healthily.Pre-paid digital smartcards will replace...
Salmond settles Judicial Review action with Scottish Government
Former First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond has settled his action for Judicial Review against the Scottish Government.Mr Salmond had raised the action...
Johnstone wants more resources for GPs
Scottish Greens Parliamentary Co-Leader Alison Johnstone MSP will bring a vote to The Scottish Parliament this week calling for improved resources to tackle the...
Motion tabled at Holyrood to celebrate Stockbridge Duck Race’s 30th anniversary
Lothian MSP Miles Briggs tabled a motion noting the 30th annual Stockbridge Duck Race that will take place on 30 June 2019.The annual duck...
Coronavirus – today’s figures
The latest figures detailing the number of people diagnosed with Covid-19 in the last 24 hours in Scotland have been announced firstly by The...
Coronavirus – Friday’s figures
The latest figures detailing the number of people diagnosed with Covid-19 in the last 24 hours in Scotland have been announced by the Health...
