Scottish government7 hrs agoScottish Parliament backs new tax on housebuildingMSPs have voted in favour of the general principles of a bill that aims to raise money to repair unsafe cladding.7 hrs ago11 hrs agoSwinney backs action against Russia after Scots airports used during tanker operationThe first minister says he was not briefed on a US-led operation a few hundred miles off Scotland's coast.11 hrs ago2 days ago Year-long waits for NHS Scotland treatment continue to fallThe latest figures show waits of more than a year fell from 78,000 in October to just over 70,000 in November. 2 days ago2 days agoJustice secretary found to have breached ministerial codeAngela Constance was given a written reprimand following a row over her comments about grooming gangs expert.2 days ago3 days agoScottish party leaders set out stalls ahead of electionJohn Swinney, Anas Sarwar and Russell Findlay have made their pitches for May's Holyrood vote. 3 days ago4 days agoPublic holiday to celebrate Scotland's World Cup returnScotland will face Haiti in Boston on Sunday 14 June before taking on Morocco and Brazil in the US.4 days ago23 Dec 2025Justice secretary's grooming gang comments probed for code breachAngela Constance has been accused of misrepresenting Prof Alexis Jay's position on public inquiries into child sexual abuse and exploitation.23 Dec 202523 Dec 2025A&E waiting times improve ahead of busy festive periodFigures from Public Health Scotland (PHS) show that 64% of people were seen to within the four-hour target last week compared to 59% the week before.23 Dec 202522 Dec 2025Resident doctor pay talks to continue over Christmas as strike loomsScotland's resident doctors have voted to strike in January, but the health secretary says it is an outcome both sides want to avoid.22 Dec 2025...
