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Independent Scotland would have 'polar opposite migration policy to Westminster'

AN independent Scotland would seek to be the “polar opposite” of a “hostile” Westminster when it comes to migration policy, ministers have…

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Independence paper to set out vision for migration policy based on 'fairness'

THE next independence whitepaper will set out the Scottish Government’s vision for a migration system based on “dignity, fairness and…

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Scottish Government urges UK to help rehome refugees from Gaza

SUELLA Braverman has been to help rehome refugees from war-torn Gaza as the Home Secretary described protests in support of Palestine as “hate…

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Scotland has ‘by far the lowest rise’ in destitution levels in UK

The UK has seen a “shameful increase” in destitution, though Scotland has had “by far the lowest” rise in the numbers suffering from this, a…

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Shirley-Anne Somerville in bid to improve Dunfermline bus network

DUNERMLINE MSP and Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has secured a meeting with the Scottish Transport Secretary to discuss issues…

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MSPs call on UK Government to scrap 'abhorrent' two-child benefit cap

MSPs have called on the UK Government to scrap the two-child benefit cap following a heated debate in the Scottish Parliament ...

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Scottish Government set out steps to move Ukrainian refugees to permanent housing

A NEW strategy will aim to move Ukrainian refugees from temporary accommodation to permanent housing in Scotland.

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UK Government offers 'suboptimal' response as blocked Scottish rights bill returns

THE Social Justice Secretary criticised a “suboptimal” response from UK Government law officers ahead of the reintroduction of the UNCRC Bill.

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Increase to Scottish Child Payment to be 'seriously' considered by ministers

Ministers will “consider very seriously” if the Scottish Child Payment can be increased but there will be no cap on the number of children in a…

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BBC defends failure to include Scottish Government update on Raac in news show

THE BBC failed to include a key statement from a Scottish Government minister on Raac concrete during its flagship morning news programme.

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Rishi Sunak slammed for refusing funds to devolved governments for concrete repairs

It is unsustainable for the UK Government to refuse to provide new funds for devolved administrations to replace potentially dangerous concrete,…

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Sunak urged to provide funds to devolved governments for concrete repair work

The Scottish Social Justice Secretary said it would be a ‘dereliction of duty’ if the Prime Minister and Chancellor do not pass on more cash.

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No UK cash to fix crumbling concrete in Scottish schools – as two more found

THE UK Government has ruled out sending cash to fix problems with crumbling concrete in Scottish schools as two more were confirmed to have the…

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Scottish ministers knew of Raac school risks last summer, Somerville says

The Social Justice Secretary said she will be as open as possible with the public on the risk to public buildings.

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Expectant parents urged to apply for grants as 'baby boom' months approach

EXPECTANT parents are being urged to apply for payments they are entitled to at the earliest opportunity as Scotland enters its “baby boom”…

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Independent Scotland would have migrants commissioner, says Scottish minister

An independent Scotland could have a migrants commissioner to champion the rights of those who have moved to the country from other nations.

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Independent Scotland would have migrants commissioner, says Somerville

The Social Justice Secretary said the commissioner would ‘speak up for’ those who have chosen to move to Scotland from other countries.

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Scottish Labour warns home ownership will become unaffordable as prices soar

The party was reacting to recent statistics revealed by the Office for National Statistics.

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Suella Braverman slams Scottish Government plan to decriminalise drugs at 'fiery' meeting

SNP ministers last week demanded an end to people being arrested and charged for possessing small amounts of banned substances.

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UK Government challenged to adopt UNCRC as 'blocked' bill to be brought forward

SOCIAL justice secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has confirmed changes will be made to UNCRC legislation to allow it to be introduced in Scotland.

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'Trailblazer' Winnie Ewing's influence on pro-Yes MSPs hailed in Holyrood

Ewing’s influence on getting women into politics, and sustaining the independence movement, was at the forefront of MSPs minds as the news broke…

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Questions as Reporting Scotland 'edits' key quote from Scottish Cabinet Secretary

REPORTING Scotland is facing questions over a decision to “edit” a key quote from a Scottish Cabinet Secretary.

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'Brass neck': Social Justice Secretary clashes with Tory MSP over child poverty

Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville told MSPs that the Scottish Government is “turning the tide” on child poverty

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Jenny Gilruth to meet Dargavel Primary parents after costly council class sizes blunder

Renfrewshire Council will have to spend millions of pounds to fix the issue.

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Scotland 'set precedent for UK to follow', top charity says of food bank plans

SCOTLAND has set “a precedent for other governments around the UK to follow”, a leading charity has said ...

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