NewsScotlandScotland PoliticsProceeds of crime action against former SNP chief Murrell delayedThe court action will determine how much he will repay of the £400,000 he embezzled from the party. 1 day agoScotland PoliticsPM says second Scottish independence referendum remains 'off limits'Andy Burnham clarifies remarks he made in the House of Commons and says his focus is on economic growth and the cost of living.2 days agoScotland PoliticsFM warns police will pursue anyone spreading lies about fire-hit flatsHousing association NG Homes said rumours that the flats would be used to house asylum seekers were false.4 days agoLord Advocate 'concerned' as domestic abuse charges rise by 14%Lord Advocate Ruth Charteris KC said protecting women and girls from abusive men would be a priority during her time in office.4 days agoScotlandFMQs: John Swinney faces accusations of failing school pupils in ScotlandAn education league table published this week showed a slight fall in reading and maths among Scottish pupils and a ranking behind England.Watchdog warns Scotland's colleges face increasing financial pressureA new report says the country's 19 colleges had an overall deficit of £5.6m in 2024/25 - up from £1.9m.2 days agoScotland PoliticsEducation reform under way as Scotland sees 'poorest' Pisa resultsMàiri McAllan said while the results "indicate success in our education system" they also "indicate change is required".3 days agoScotland PoliticsPM would consider independence referendum if 'clear consensus' emerges Andy Burnham had previously told First Minister John Swinney that a second referendum is "off limits".Bluetongue restrictions in place for at least two yearsA restricted zone for Dumfries and Galloway and parts of Ayrshire will be put in place on Thursday.Food price cap plans giving farmer 'sleepless nights'East Lothian farmer Jamie Wyllie says he's worried costs will get passed down the line to the food producers.Primary teachers hired to teach Glasgow secondary pupils to readIntensive catch-up classes are being held for pupils who are starting at high school without basic literacy skills.Swinney suggests Scots will not travel further for health care under reformsPlans are in motion to cut Scotland's mainland health boards from 14 to two, but questions remain about how they would work in practice.Features and analysisHow will Swinney 'rewire' local government and public services?The first minister announced wide-ranging plans to shake-up Scotland's public sector. Food price cap and public sector reform: Five things from the programme for governmentA summary of the key announcements from John Swinney's programme for government. Early release: What's happening with prisoners in Scotland?Letting prisoners out early to ease prison overcrowding is proving politically fraught both sides of the border. Business groups urge Swinney to scrap 'ineffective' food price cap planMore than 20 organisations have written a joint letter to John Swinney urging him to scrap his plan for a legal cap on some food and drink prices.Meet the men applying for the 'hardest job in British politics'Labour MSPs Michael Marra and Joe Fagan are making their pitches as they aim to succeed Anas Sarwar.
