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Victory for environmental campaigners as Scottish Government rejects fracking
The Scottish Government has set out a finalised policy of NO SUPPORT for unconventional oil and gas (UOG) development – fracking – in Scotland. Energy Minister Paul Wheelhouse confirmed the position...
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Scots want tougher controls on fireworks
Public concerns over animal welfare highlighted A clear majority of Scots want to see tighter controls on the use and sale of fireworks. A YouGov survey commissioned by the Scottish government and...
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Brexit: Ben Macpherson urges Home Office to scrap five year rule
Home Office urged to remove five year rule for settled status. Migration Minister Ben Macpherson has called for the scrapping of a requirement that EU citizens live in the UK for five years before...
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Scottish Veterans Fund opens today
Organisations that want to work with veterans and their families are being urged to apply to a fund that benefits former services personnel. Veterans Minister Graeme Dey is to open the Scottish...
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Climate Week 2019: Taking action to become a net-zero society
Events are being organised in schools, colleges and workplaces across the country to encourage people to take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions during Climate Week 2019. Ministers will also...
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Scotland prepares for No Deal Brexit
A report has been published detailing the range of measures being put in place by the Scottish Government to mitigate a ‘no deal’ Brexit. The overview document outlines the depth and scope of work...
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Scottish jury research: findings of UK’s largest ever mock jury study published
Major research into how juries reach decisions has found that the size of the jury, the number of verdicts available and the type of majority required may all have an effect on the outcome of finely...
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Extra funding to tackle homelessness this winter
Homelessness is to be targeted with £164,000 in extra funding this winter. A range of programmes across Scotland will benefit, helping people especially during winter who are rough sleeping and often...
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Scottish students gain STEM Skills Experience with TCS’ Digital Explorers
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organisation, announced that it engaged more than 900 Scottish pupils from over 20 schools in Lothians,...
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Plastic cotton bud ban comes into force
Scotland has become the first country in the UK to ban plastic-stemmed cotton buds, the latest step being taken to reduce reliance on single-use products and protect our natural environment. Further...
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That’s Settled, then: more support for EU citizens in Scotland
EU citizens in Scotland are to be offered additional advice and support backed by more than £20,000 from the Scottish Government. The Citizens’ Rights Project and a new charity Settled are joining...
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New benefit for young carers launches next week
Teenage carers in Scotland will be the first in the UK to be given financial support thanks to a new Scottish Government grant. A new benefit will open for applications on Monday, with the Scottish...
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£27 million to support active travel
A new walking and cycling route in the north of Glasgow, the regeneration of Ayr town centre and green infrastructure travel links in Aberdeen, are amongst a number of active travel projects revealed...
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Human trafficking guidance for for health workers
Advice to help NHS staff spot crucial signs Health workers will be given new guidance to help them identify signs of human trafficking and exploitation among patients. The guidelines include advice to...
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Brexit Bill: Opposition, Scotland and Wales all want more time to have their say
Another day, another drama at Westminster yesterday. The Government attempted to bring forward a “yes” or “no” vote on its Brexit deal but was rebuffed by Speaker John Bercow (above), who said it...
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Capital motorists face roadside drugs test as new Drug Driving laws come in...
Motorists in Edinburgh are now facing the possibility of roadside drug tests as Scotland gets tougher on drug driving. A new law which introduces strict drug drive limits came in to effect yesterday,...
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First Minister writes open letter to EU citizens
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has written an open letter to EU citizens reaffirming that Scotland welcomes them and values their contribution to our society, culture and economy. The letter reads:...
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More support for looked after children
More than £8 million of Scottish Government funding was spent last year on projects to improve the attainment of care experienced young people. Projects as diverse as mentoring programmes, counselling...
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Supporting businesses through Brexit
Economy Secretary Derek Mackay has written to businesses to urge them to prepare for the consequences of Brexit, and inform them of the support available from the Scottish Government. Writing ahead of...
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Short-term Lets: wide support for regulation
A consultation on short-term lets has found wide support for regulation, according to independent analysis published yesterday. More than 1,000 responses from communities, landlords and businesses...
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