MP should not have ‘hidden behind parliamentary privilege’ on Sturgeon – Gilruth The Scottish Deputy First Minister said Sir David should have shared his views publicly, rather than in the Commons. Evening Standard · Jul 17
SNP will not step in to stop cuts to Scottish island flights, Stephen Flynn says SCOTTISH Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn has said the SNP Government will not step in with funding after flights serving the Highlands and Islands… The National (Scotland) · Jul 15
Women in politics ‘experience challenges’ in security, Jenny Gilruth says The Scottish Deputy First Minister spoke on the issue in the wake of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe’s death. Evening Standard · Jul 13
£50 million fund to prevent homelessness launched by Scottish Government The Scottish Government has begun its rollout of a £50 million fund to prevent homelessness The National (Scotland) · Jul 13
Bonds plan 'creates new barrier for Scottish independence', Greens warn THE Scottish Greens have called on the First Minister to halt plans to issue Scottish Government bonds, arguing they risk being a “gimmick” that… The National (Scotland) · Jun 29
SNP Government bonds plan 'breaching Scottish Parliament's Israel boycott vote' THE SNP have breached a Scottish Parliament vote for an Israel boycott amid preparations to issue government bonds, it has been alleged. The National (Scotland) · Jun 29
Third of firms want to see business rates cut, survey finds The research also highlighted that Scottish businesses are increasingly concerned about survival, amid rising cost pressures. Evening Standard · Jun 28
SNP plan for Scottish Government bonds moves forward as 9 banking giants appointed THE SNP plans to issue Scottish Government bonds have taken a step forward with the appointment of nine banking giants to advise and support their… The National (Scotland) · Jun 26
Scottish Government announces urgent review of business rates hikes THE Scottish Government has commissioned an independent review into “anomalous” business rates hikes ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 23
Government announces urgent review of ‘anomalous’ business rates hikes Ministers resisted calls to pause the revaluation earlier this year. Evening Standard · Jun 23
John Swinney says Holyrood vote marks start of push for indyref2 powers “TODAY is the start of a process that I believe will lead Westminster to say yes to a referendum, and Scotland to a yes to independence,” John… The National (Scotland) · May 26
Deputy First Minister urges MSPs to ‘unite’ ahead of vote on holding indyref2 MSPs will vote on a motion on Tuesday to decide if Scotland will request the UK Government to allow another referendum. Evening Standard · May 24
MSPs urged to 'unite behind Scotland's right to decide' ahead of indyref2 vote MSPs have been urged to 'unite behind Scotland’s right to decide' ahead of a vote to hold a second independence referendum ... The National (Scotland) · May 24
Scotland: Jenny Gilruth expected to become Deputy First Minister in new SNP team Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is set to announce his new cabinet. Jenny Gilruth is tipped to become Deputy First Minister. Swinney was sworn in for his second term. His government will focus on the cost-of-living crisis and NHS reforms. The SNP won 58 seats in the recent election. New… The Times of India · May 20
Evening Standard · May 20 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.
The National (Scotland) · May 20 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 Independent UK · May 20 Jenny Gilruth: Promotion to Deputy First Minister is greatest honour of my life An MSP for 10 years and a Government minister for six, the former teacher now becomes John Swinney’s second-in-command.
The Independent UK · May 20 Who is Jenny Gilruth? The former teacher named as Scotland’s deputy first minister IN FULL
Evening Standard · May 20 Gilruth appointed Deputy First Minister as Swinney reshuffles top team The First Minister is appointing his new Cabinet.
Evening Standard · May 20 Gilruth to be appointed Deputy First Minister by Swinney The new Scottish Cabinet is being appointed.
Evening Standard · Mar 13 Schools strikes suspended after ‘landmark investment’ from Scottish Government Councils will receive £40 million to help them prepare to cut the amount of time teachers spend in classes by 90 minutes a week.
Evening Standard · Feb 25 Scottish Government orders grooming gangs inquiry headed by expert Alexis Jay Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth said the inquiry will have the ‘fullest investigatory powers’.
Evening Standard · Feb 5 Ban phones in schools to protect children from online dangers, parents urge Campaigners with the Smartphone Free Childhood group are meeting the Education Secretary at the Scottish Parliament on Thursday.
Evening Standard · Oct 11, 2025 Number of pupils in Scotland with additional needs likely to rise – Gilruth Figures released last year showed 40.5% of pupils had an additional support need.
Evening Standard · Oct 1, 2025 Labour seeks mobile phones ban in schools as ministers accused of ‘passing buck’ Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth said head teachers ‘are already empowered’ to bring in a ban if they see fit.