Scottish government14 hrs agoMore than £700m to be cut from Scottish Budget next yearThe Scottish Fiscal Commission said the reduction would correct the difference between forecast and actual income tax revenues.14 hrs ago2 days agoFree school bags for primary pupils to come in different coloursConcerns had been raised about the chaos of multiple children owning the same schoolbag, but the government said pupils can personalise their bags.2 days ago2 days agoScottish National Investment Bank makes 'painful' £138m net lossThe publicly-owned body, which operates independently, has invested in several firms that collapsed last year.2 days ago2 days agoScottish government minister Ben Macpherson resignsBen Macpherson, the minister for innovation, technology and tertiary education, has quit.2 days ago2 days agoBullying claim against deputy first minister Gilruth is 'baseless' - SwinneyThe first minister has denied that his deputy issued an email naming staff she wanted to be removed.2 days ago6 days agoJohn Swinney defends £45,000 business-class flights to World CupThe Scottish government spent almost £100,000 on official visits to the United States in June.6 days ago17 Aug 2026What is happening with the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields?The UK government has moved a step closer to making a decision on whether to approve further drilling. 17 Aug 202614 Aug 2026Victims call for sex attackers to be excluded from early release plansScottish government plans could see long-term prisoners released early to free up more space in prisons.14 Aug 202612 Aug 2026Swinney calls for Burnham rethink on Chinese factory in HighlandsThe first minister is dismissing claims he is putting political point scoring before national security concerns. 12 Aug 2026...
