Scottish government4 days agoFamilies saved from mass eviction after properties bought by Fife CouncilSome of the tenants of 26 homes in Coaltown of Wemyss and Denbeath had already been served with eviction notices by Torah Capital Ltd.4 days ago5 days agoOrganised crime and historic sex abuse cases driving trial backlogThe number of high court cases awaiting trial has nearly tripled since the Covid pandemic due to a backlog in complex cases.5 days ago5 days agoFirst-time buyers offered up to £10,000 interest-free loans from next month The Scottish government has launched the First Homes Fund for those looking to get on the property ladder.5 days ago6 days agoScottish Parliament endorses SNP call for independence referendumThe demand was the Scottish government's first item of business in the new parliament.6 days ago8 days agoScottish ministers call for tougher restrictions on new driversThe changes would see new drivers face restrictions on things such as driving at night and carrying passengers.8 days ago8 days agoHow has free bus travel for young people worked in Scotland?As England moves to give people under the age of 15 free bus travel, under-22s in Scotland have had free bus passes for four years.8 days ago24 May 2026Deputy FM warns there will 'undoubtedly' need to be cutsJenny Gilruth said the Scottish government had been "very upfront about the challenge we face".24 May 202621 May 2026Extra FMQs session confirmed in Holyrood shake‑upTwo first ministers question times will be held each week, one for party leaders and one for backbenchers.21 May 202621 May 2026Scotland's benefits bill not too high, new deputy FM saysJenny Gilruth, who has also been named as finance secretary, says she "makes no apology" for the country's welfare system. 21 May 2026...
