Scottish government18 hrs agoForth Valley's three councils to work more closely togetherFalkirk, Clackmannanshire and now Stirling Council are in the early stages of a collaboration.18 hrs ago3 days ago'Mansion tax' could double rates on Scotland's most expensive homesSNP ministers have has proposed a steep council tax increase for properties worth more than £1m.3 days ago3 days agoAndy Burnham would oppose second Scottish independence referendumThe Labour MP, who is expected to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister, has ruled out agreeing to a vote.3 days ago6 days agoScottish heritage boss stands down less than a year into roleSir Mark Jones, chairman of Historic Environment Scotland (HES), steps down nine months into a four-year contract.6 days ago8 days agoBurnham showed 'lack of knowledge' about Scotland - SwinneyThe first minister has criticised the Labour MP after he suggested power north of the border was too centralised. 8 days ago30 Jun 2026Scottish government has 'no idea' what Burnham's devolution plan involvesSNP ministers have reacted with scepticism to the Labour MP's proposal to redistribute power across the UK.30 Jun 202626 Jun 2026Big changes proposed to reduce Scotland's prison populationThe changes would see fewer criminals jailed and hundreds of prisoners get out of jail earlier in an attempt to tackle the prisons overcrowding crisis. 26 Jun 202623 Jun 2026Vape shops in Scotland to be excluded from business rates relief Scottish ministers also announced an independent review of how the property tax is calculated.23 Jun 202623 Jun 2026Trans inmates leaving women's prisons following court rulingJohn Swinney confirms he will not appeal the judgement that prisoners should be housed according to biological sex.23 Jun 2026...
