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Michael Gove offers to help SNP ministers ‘learn from’ English education reforms

The former Tory education secretary made the offer in the wake of the latest Pisa international education statistics.

Evening Standard

Scotland's councils 'too big to function' as Greens call for shake-up

A MAJOR shake-up of Scotland's councils is needed as the country's local government set-up makes it an "international outlier",…

The National (Scotland)

What is the £5 billion 'black hole' in the Scottish public finances?

THE Auditor General has said that the “hardest work remains” as the Scottish Government grapples with an almost £5 billion “black hole” in…

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Andy Burnham devolution claims ‘unravelling’ due to indyref opposition, SNP says

A Sunday newspaper reported that Andy Burnham was firm in his opposition to a second independence referendum.

Evening Standard

Scottish Government calls for cross-party backing on public sector cuts

THE Scottish Government has urged cross-party support for public sector cuts targeting “inefficiency.”

The National (Scotland)

Swinney appoints Public Sector Reform Secretary in ‘fiscal sustainability’ push

The First Minister created the post, to be filled by Ivan McKee, as he appointed his new Cabinet.

Evening Standard

John Swinney takes responsibilities for independence as Stephen Flynn enters Cabinet

JOHN Swinney has taken control of the constitution brief after appointing his new Cabinet, with former SNP Westminster Stephen Flynn being given a…

The National (Scotland)

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The full list of the new Scottish Government Cabinet as John Swinney picks top team

JOHN Swinney has confirmed the SNP’s full new Cabinet team ...

The National (Scotland)

Government to allow flat rate tourist tax

The visitor levy gives councils the power to tax stays in hotels and other accommodation.

The Independent UK

Kate Forbes: I have no interest in spat with the UK Government over Mossmorran

The Deputy First Minister said reports of a conflict with Labour are a ‘dis-service’ to at-risk workers.

Evening Standard

Scotland demands £24.5m from Westminster for Trump and Vance visits

Treasury says trips were private while Scottish ministers point out US president met Keir Starmer and it had to stump up for extra policing

The Guardian - UK

Review into Flamingo Land plans to be led by official who approved it

A review into the Scottish Government's decision to approve Flamingo Land's controversial Loch Lomond resort is being led by the same official who…

The National (Scotland)

No changes to council tax 'in this decade', says Scottish Government

THE Scottish Government has said there will not be changes made to council tax “in this decade”.

The National (Scotland)

'Illogical': Trade union concerns over planned £1bn public service cuts

THE Scottish Government’s plan to reform public services and save billions by the end of the decade has been branded “reckless and illogical”…

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Controversial Loch Lomond Flamingo Land plans recalled by Scottish ministers

CONTROVERSIAL plans to build a resort on the banks of Loch Lomond have been recalled by Scottish Ministers after they were approved ...

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney urged to intervene and scrap Flamingo Land plans at fiery FMQs

JOHN Swinney has been urged to intervene and scrap plans to build a multi-million pound resort and water park development on the banks of Loch…

The National (Scotland)

These are the businesses conducting the most lobbying in Holyrood

Fossil fuel giants, influential PR firms and the short-term lets industry are among the top lobbyists of the Scottish Government since John Swinney…

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BBC issues correction after challenging SNP minister with Labour activist's comments

THE BBC has issued a correction after it challenged an SNP minister with comments from a Labour activist who it presented as an independent…

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Evening Standard

SNP’s Stephen Flynn steps back from decision to pursue both MSP and MP jobs

Mr Flynn previously said he would run for the Aberdeen South and Kincardine North seat in the next Holyrood election while remaining an MP.

The Independent UK

Flynn is a star with immense talent, says Swinney amid double-jobbing row

The First Minister said being an MP and MSP is ‘very demanding’, when asked about the SNP Westminster leader’s career ambitions.

The National (Scotland)

'Double-jobbing' as MP and MSP is not sustainable, SNP minister says

BEING an MP and MSP at the same time is “not sustainable”, an SNP minister has said ...

Evening Standard

Double-jobbing as MP and MSP ‘not sustainable’, says Scottish minister

Stephen Flynn, re-elected as an SNP MP in July, has announced plans to seek a Holyrood seat in 2026.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government announces new planning hub to speed up housebuilding

SCOTLAND'S public finance minister has pledged changes to the planning system to help it play a “full part” in tackling the country’s housing…

The National (Scotland)

Planning system is failing to tackle Scotland’s housing emergency, say experts

NEW statistics highlight a service which is “under-resourced” and “ill-equipped" to deal with Scotland’s escalating housing emergency,…

The National (Scotland)

SNP 'considering' reversing Winter Fuel Payment cut, minister says

THE SNP are “considering” whether to reverse a Westminster cut to pensioners’ winter support payments, a minister has claimed.

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