Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine is causing the largest movement of displaced people in Europe since World War II, and in a much shorter time. The UN has estimated that more than 3 million people – well over 5% of Ukraine’s total population – have already left the country. ThoseRead More →
More than 10 days after Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine, Home Office reports show that only around 300 Ukrainian refugees have been granted visas to come to the UK. (as of March 8) — despite more than 13,500 applications for the program. As Ukrainians flee for safety from Putin’s war crimesRead More →
The former Scottish National Investment Bank chief executive has released a statement explaining why she abruptly quit the job. Throughout the week, Finance Secretary Kate Forbes and Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon faced questions about why Eilidh Mactaggart left office. During Prime Minister’s Questions, Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross (below) claimedRead More →
I want to start on a positive and uplifting note. Just over a week ago, we saw Team GB men’s curling win a silver medal at the Beijing Winter Olympics. It was a tense final and the team made themselves proud and we are all proud. And then a fewRead More →
Since its introduction in 2013, the benefit cap has limited the support some of the most vulnerable people can receive. Because of this, many families are faced with the grim reality of choosing between heating and eating as a direct result of the actions of this British Conservative government. BasedRead More →
Since 2007, Scottish SNP governments have taken concrete steps to make Scotland a safer place. We are working hard to fight crime, reduce inequality, invest in our police and reform our justice system. Here are the facts. 1. More than 880 additional police under the SNP Scotland now has 883Read More →
A MAJOR event was held in Glasgow today (25and February) to highlight investment opportunities in the Caribbean island of Barbados. The gathering follows a highly successful mission to Barbados in November last year, when several Scottish companies traveled to the island to advance their investment intent. The event was organizedRead More →
Thirty-seven Scottish businesses have secured a place in a national energy efficiency contract that will help Scottish councils and housing associations achieve their net zero ambitions. The Scotland Excel Energy Efficiency Entrepreneur Framework has been set up to help councils and housing associations reduce carbon emissions, tackle energy poverty andRead More →
Transport Minister Jenny Gilruth has confirmed that the Scottish Government will provide ScotRail becomes public property from April 1, 2022. A efficient, efficient and modern railway is essential to achieve our ambitious Net Zero goals – and in nationalizewe can create a railway that truly meets people’s needs and interests.Read More →
Fire alarm Every Scottish home must now have interconnected fire alarms, with many households also needing carbon monoxide alarms. Scottish ministers have refused to delay implementation of the new rules and insisted there will be ‘lightweight’ enforcement while critics of the legislation say many people have yet to make theRead More →
The bank’s loan will strengthen the port’s position as a key port hub for the UK’s large-scale energy transition efforts. The Aberdeen expansion has been described as the biggest maritime infrastructure project in the UK. It is only a few months away from being operational. Register to our daily newsletterRead More →
Thanks to the latest developments in the offshore wind industry in Scotland, our The renewable energy revolution is underway. Billions will be invested in high-quality green jobs and Scotland’s just transition to net zero as 17 new offshore wind projects are given the green light. Here’s everything you need toRead More →
As Westminster stumbles from crisis to crisis, we are responding to the needs and ambitions of the people of Scotland. Our Scottish Budget 2022-2023 implements our ambitious and progressive plans to tackle the climate emergency, build a stronger recovery and create a fairer Scotland. Here is a summary of theRead More →
New research has revealed that Scots are largely unhappy with the level of transparency around artificial intelligence. An opinion poll conducted by YouGov on behalf of AI and data firm Synthesized found that only 2% of people in Scotland believe the technology is being developed reliably. Additionally, 77% said organizationsRead More →
A £ 3million investment from the Scottish National Investment Bank will allow the construction of 25 high-quality family homes in Glasgow’s Nitshill district after the developer was unable to find funding elsewhere. The development of Station Wynd The Wynd Station site, immediately adjacent to Nitshill Station, is a brownfield siteRead More →
An investment of £ 3million by the Scottish National Investment Bank will see 25 high-quality family homes built in the Nitshill area of Glasgow for sale to local social housing tenants and first-time buyers. The development of Station Wynd The Bank loan stipulates that the homes in Station Wynd’s developmentRead More →
1. Facilitate travel Thanks to the National Entitlement Card, people with disabilities in Scotland continue to be able to travel for free on local and long-distance buses across the country. The Scottish government has also extended the discounted bus pass for accompanying persons with eligible disabled children under the ageRead More →
A £ 3million investment from the Scottish National Investment Bank will see the construction of 25 family homes for sale to local social housing tenants and first-time buyers in Glasgow’s Nitshill area. The loan stipulates that the homes in Station Wynd’s development must first be offered to the local population,Read More →
1. Make travel easier Thanks to the National Entitlement Card, people with disabilities in Scotland continue to be able to travel for free on local and long-distance buses across the country. The Scottish Government has also extended the discounted bus pass for carers of eligible disabled children aged under 5.Read More →
Scotland’s Studio is a brand new, state-of-the-art recording facility specially designed for the world-renowned Royal Scottish National Orchestra. Located in the heart of Glasgow, a UNESCO city of music in Scotland, the studio builds on an existing infrastructure like the RSNO Center which opened in 2015, and not only hasRead More →
Ensure a fair and equitable transition to net zero A just transition to net zero – reduce emissions fairly and without leaving anyone behind – is essential for ensuring a green recovery from COVID, and is integrated into Scottish climate change legislation. it puts people, communities and places at theRead More →
Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon made a statement to the Scottish Parliament on the outcome of COP26 in Glasgow and how Scotland will continue to play its full role in tackling climate change. Read the full statement below. President, on Saturday, the COP26 ended with the approval by 197 countries ofRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) has made a profit of £ 828,000 since it opened 12 months ago. The government-funded but operationally independent development bank holds 81% of its money in investments “where no market price is available.” The accounts for the period October 13, 2020 to March 31,Read More →
Professor Gordon Stobart of University College London suggested that exams were not the most effective way to assess students who would leave school at 16 and expressed concern about the “sheer volume” of exams. tests in Scottish schools. Professor Stobart, who wrote a report for the Organization for Economic Co-operationRead More →
When we cut through the Tory spin, Rishi Sunak’s UK budget crumbles under the slightest scrutiny. This budget – with the combination of Tory welfare cuts, unwarranted tax hikes and a damaging Brexit – leaves millions of Scottish families worse off. Here’s a summary of what it all means andRead More →
This is the story of two governments – the Scottish SNP government moving every household in Scotland forward and the UK Conservative government imposing damaging policies against our will. As Boris Johnson’s priorities revolve around Trident nuclear weapons, welfare cuts and a takeover of Scotland, the SNP government is choosingRead More →
In 2016, the people of Scotland voted overwhelmingly to stay in the EU. This vote was ignored by the British government. The Scottish government then came up with a compromise – recognizing that two UK countries had voted to stay, while two had voted to leave – whereby the UKRead More →
MSPs have been warned that the Scottish National Investment Bank will not become financially self-sustaining for at least three years due to longer-term investments, meaning returns are “slower to come”. The bank’s president also told MSPs that work was underway to get the public body fully regulated – warning thatRead More →
Comedian Leo Kearse has attacked Nicola Sturgeon for putting his obsession with independence before the health of the Scottish people. Speaking on GB News, Mr Kearse said “the SNP has been an absolute disaster for Scotland”. It comes after the Scottish government was forced to ask the Ministry of DefenseRead More →
Press play to listen to this article EDINBURGH – The Scottish National Party may be a happier crew than in recent years, but they are no closer to independence. Armed with new lines – as well as some familiar arguments – aimed at convincing Scots of her vision for anRead More →
I have always hated the term “cultural cringe” because I thought it was inadequate to describe a Scottish state of mind. There is a tinge of inferiority and apology as most Scots take fierce pride in being Scots. It seemed to me to be a construction of the “talkative classes”.Read More →
A tactical investment in Scotland’s port infrastructure designed to support the rapidly growing international offshore wind industry could deliver tens of billions of pounds in economic benefits to the country over the coming decades, an independent government-backed report has calculated. The Strategic Investment Assessment (SIA), led by Professor Jim McDonald,Read More →
The body representing Scotland’s 32 local authorities has slammed the government’s plans to create a new National Care Service (NCS), saying it could mean “the end of anything other than central control in Scotland”. The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (Cosla) on Monday launched the attack on the Edinburgh government’sRead More →
“Smoking levels are still highest in the most disadvantaged areas of Scotland, with 35% of people living in the most disadvantaged areas smoking versus 10% in the wealthier areas. “ Data compiled by SGF revealed that only 24% of the population believed that access to products or information about themRead More →
By Lewis McKenzie and Bernard Ponsonby The future of Scotland is a question for the people of Scotland, said Labor leader Sir Keir Starmer. However, he insisted that for the duration of the current Scottish Parliament, the focus should be on recovering from the coronavirus pandemic. Sir Keir also dismissedRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has invested £ 2million in the owner and operator of the Forev electric vehicle charging network to help address Scotland’s lack of charging infrastructure. The capital investment will support the company’s ambition to create a network of more than 1,700 electric vehicle charging points onRead More →
On Monday, England is preparing to end all legal, social and economic restrictions linked to the Covid, thus clearly breaking with Scotland. While in the south sites closed since the start of the pandemic, such as nightclubs, are expected to reopen, Scotland is taking a more measured approach to reopening.Read More →
Predictions about the future of Scotland after independence abound. It is constructive and necessary to predict the future on the basis of the status quo as well, and in doing so constantly to remember that in 1707 our nation did not, unlike some commentators, disappear. In 1603, Scotland and EnglandRead More →
Scotland is an inclusive and internationalist country, with a long history of welcoming people of all nationalities. However, the Conservatives’ dire and draconian approach to migration is incompatible with the values of Scottish society and the needs of our economy. Instead of acknowledging Scotland’s unique demographic needs, Boris Johnson andRead More →
introduction Independence ensures that decisions about Scotland are made by the people who live there. Devolving powers to our Scottish Parliament will empower the people of Scotland and give us the opportunity to transform our country for the better. However, to build this better society, a society based on compassionRead More →
The Scottish renewable energy industry has thanked Holyrood Energy Minister Paul Wheelhouse, who lost his seat in parliamentary elections last week. The chief executive of the Scottish Renewables trade body, Claire Mack, said Wheelhouse had demonstrated a “deep understanding” of the renewable energy industry throughout his tenure as Minister ofRead More →
Scottish Labor shadow secretary Ian Murray MP has said a referendum on independence is not the priority of the Scottish people at the moment. Speaking to Sophy Ridge on Sky, the MP for Edinburgh South said: ‘The important thing to be achieved from these elections, which is essential for allRead More →
Press play to listen to this article LONDON — It’s hard to believe now, but British politics hasn’t always been dominated by big constitutional issues. If the 2014 Scottish independence referendum brought these debates to the fore, Brexit sent them into the stratosphere. Now the two combine in the nextRead More →
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s grip on power is weakening as a fierce three-year factional struggle in and around the Scottish National Party (SNP) and Scottish government comes to a head. An attempt by Sturgeon’s close allies against former Railway SNP leader and Sturgeon’s mentor Alex Salmond to be jailedRead More →
After dragging Scotland out of the EU against our will, Boris Johnson, enthusiastically aided by Scottish Tories, is now imposing a creeping Westminster takeover. 🚨 The Conservatives’ economic plans for Brexit in the UK have been exposed as a full-scale assault on devolution. 📣 Even the Welsh Labor First MinisterRead More →
A Tory minister said holding a new independence referendum would be ‘up to the Scottish people’ – despite the PM having indicated he would block it. In a new interview with The Sun, Boris Johnson said the Scottish government seeking an order under Article 30, allowing a referendum to beRead More →
February 27, 2021 ALEX SAUMOND and his successor, Nicola Sturgeon, transformed the Scottish National Party from a fringe cause into a ruthless election winner that reduced the Scottish Labor Party to a rump and in a 2014 referendum came close to achieving its goal of smashing the UK. It canRead More →
LONDON — She was the legal mastermind who became one of the Scottish National Party’s most high-profile figures with her fight against Brexit, but the summary dismissal of Joanna Cherry this week laid bare her bitter internal divisions. Cherry was dropped as justice spokesman for the party’s Westminster frontbench teamRead More →
New research has predicted that up to 95% of all people who die in Scotland may need palliative care by 2040, with more than 60,000 people expected to die from terminal illness. The number of Scots dying from multiple diseases is also expected to increase by 82% by 2040. LedRead More →