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New Adult Disability Living Allowance will support 3155 people in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Pentlands MSP Gordon Macdonald has said the new Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance will ensure that up to 3,155 people in Edinburgh will benefit from “an approach rooted in dignity,...
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Councils to use new powers to double Council Tax on second homes
New powers enabling councils to charge up to double the full rate of council tax on second homes come into force this week. Councils will be able to increase the tax from today (Monday 1 April 2024)...
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New Hate Crime laws come into force
Greater protection for victims and communities? New measures to tackle the harm caused by hatred and prejudice come into force today (1 April 2024). The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act will...
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First instalment of £300 million to reduce waiting times
New funding alongside actions to increase productivity First Minister Humza Yousaf has announced an initial £30 million of targeted investment for Q1 of the new financial year, as part of a £300...
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Spending to support Scotland’s vulnerable children slashed by more than a third
SCSC calls for greater resourcing Spending cut of £1,934 per pupil from 2012/13 for those identified with additional support needs (ASN) – 33.9 per cent cut over a decade More than doubling in the...
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XL Bully dog exemption application process is open
Owners urged to apply before 31 July deadline XL Bully owners can now apply for an exemption certificate so they can continue to legally own their dogs in the long term. The application scheme opened...
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Consultation on international football broadcasting
Case for Scotland qualifiers to be free-to-air An evaluation will take place as part of making the case to the UK Government that major Scotland men’s and women’s national football team qualifier...
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MSPs launch inquiry to investigate Scottish Government aid after transparency...
HOLYROOD’s Cross-Party Group on International Development, chaired by Sarah Boyack MSP, is launching an inquiry into the Scottish Government’s International Development, Climate Justice, and...
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Social security payments rise
Support for more than 1.2 million people in Scotland All Scottish social security benefits are increasing by 6.7% in April, providing more support for disabled people, unpaid carers and people on low...
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Scottish Government launches caged hen ban consultation
Industry asked for views on banning the use of cages . A consultation on banning the use of cages to house laying hens for egg production has been launched today. Views will be sought on phasing out...
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First Minister calls for UK ban on license of arms exports to Israel
Latest appeal to Prime Minister as humanitarian worker death toll nears 200 First Minister Humza Yousaf has called for an immediate end to arms sales from the UK to Israel in a letter to Prime...
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Income tax changes today
People urged to check their tax code as new financial year begins Progressive changes to Scottish income tax will raise valuable revenue for investing in public services, Deputy First Minister Shona...
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Climate Engagement Fund reopens
Continued support for climate action in communities Organisations across Scotland, including community, cultural and education groups, will be able to bid for support from a fund aimed at engaging...
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Help for families during holidays
‘Extra Time’ partnership providing vital support A joint initiative between the Scottish Government and the Scottish Football Association is supporting low-income families. Launched by the First...
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New deal for pub tenants
Scottish Pubs Code will empower tenants of tied pubs The Scottish Government is taking action to improve the rights of tied pub tenants across the country. A new Scottish Pubs Code will enable...
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Enhancing social care services
£9.2 million to support independent living More than £9 million is being made available over the next three years to give people who access social care more choice and control over decisions relating...
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Council tax frozen across Scotland
Argyll & Bute finally agrees to keep rates at 2023-24 levels A council tax freeze will be delivered in all of Scotland’s local authorities after Argyll & Bute became the final council to...
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Luxury care home offering top-notch healthcare for residents
Frequent GP appointments and in-house healthcare on offer for residents at leading home A LEADING Scottish care home has revealed its residents currently benefit from some of the best healthcare in...
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Minimum Unit Pricing rise supported
Holyrood agrees continuation of policy and increase to 65p The minimum price per unit of alcohol will increase by 15 pence after the Scottish Parliament approved plans to continue with the public...
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‘Worst environmental decision in the history of the Scottish Parliament’
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT SCRAPS CLIMATE TARGETS The Scottish Government says it is ‘stepping up action to tackle climate change with a suite of new policies on transport, including increasing the number of...
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