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First Minister John Swinney has reaffirmed his commitment to implementing binding price controls on essential groceries like bread and milk, despite criticism from industry groups labeling the policy unrealistic.
Scottish Green Party co-leader Patrick Harvie has called on the Scottish Government to fully implement sanctions against Israel, arguing that Palestinians deserve the same diplomatic pressure applied elsewhere. The appeal highlights growing calls for stronger regional accountability within devolved UK administrations.
Scotland's information commissioner wants to challenge the Scottish government's use of exemptions to block the release of information.
Scottish government minister John Swinney has defended the expenditure of £45,000 on business-class flights for official visits to the World Cup, amidst scrutiny over nearly £100,000 spent on US visits in June.
The Scottish government is set to consider implementing a moratorium on the construction of new data processing centers. This review will assess the environmental and infrastructural impacts of further data center development.
Scotland's new Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Mairi Flynn, has met with former workers from the Grangemouth refinery and Mossmorran ethylene plant, promising a 'bold, innovative and ambitious' approach to industry.
Scotland's sporting governing bodies are calling on the next Scottish Government to appoint a dedicated Sports Minister, increase efforts to attract major events, and uphold its commitment to double annual sports spending to £100 million.
Independent climate change advisers have stated that the Scottish government's plan to install heat pumps is progressing too slowly and needs to be accelerated.
Paul McManus, drummer with Scottish band Gun, has taken on the legal action from Salmond's family.
Over twenty business organizations have jointly urged Scottish Minister John Swinney to abandon a proposed legal cap on certain food and drink prices, citing concerns over market effectiveness and supply chain impacts.
The draft bill would be introduced into Parliament if the Scottish government secured the necessary powers from the UK government.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued a warning to the Scottish government regarding its proposed Human Rights Bill.
The United States has decided to lift tariffs on imported Scottish whisky, a move welcomed by the Scottish government as a significant victory for the industry.
The Scottish government is considering a sweeping moratorium on building new datacentres, a move that could challenge a key plank of the UK’s AI strategy.
Economists are cautioning that the incoming Scottish government will face "really difficult" spending decisions, including addressing a large public sector pay bill, with parties accused of "fiscal denial."
The Scottish government has confirmed its heat pump targets as part of a newly unveiled climate plan, stating its intention to significantly ramp up the roll-out of the technology by 2035.
The Scottish Government’s Budget for 2026-27 will be approved by MSPs when it faces its final vote at Holyrood on Wednesday.
Over 20 organizations have jointly urged First Minister John Swinney to withdraw his proposed legislation capping certain food and drink prices, citing concerns over its effectiveness and calling for the plan to be scrapped.
Scotland's information commissioner is challenging the Scottish government's use of exemptions to withhold documents related to the Nicola Sturgeon inquiry, prompting a Supreme Court intervention.
Scottish government minister John Swinney has defended the expenditure of £45,000 on business-class flights for official visits to the World Cup, amidst scrutiny over nearly £100,000 spent on US visits in June.
The Scottish Government has granted approval for the construction of two major wind farms in the Moray Firth, which are projected to generate enough electricity to power two million homes, subject to specific conditions.
The Scottish government plans to introduce a bill that would allow migrants with temporary UK status to contest council polls, aiming to expand democratic participation.
Scotland is preparing for Holyrood elections on May 7, with concerns rising over changes in the Scottish government's stance on welcoming migrants.
The Scottish government has ordered a public inquiry into grooming gangs, with the Education Secretary vowing decisive action to protect children.
First Minister of Scotland John Swinney says ministers will do "everything we can" to eradicate violence against women and girls