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Neil Gray condemns ‘shameful’ misinformation about drugs consumption room

The Health Secretary has spoken of his anger at misinformation being spread online about the UK’s first drugs consumption room.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2025

Seek legal advice on NHS trans staff policy, gender-critical group urges Government

THE Scottish Government has been urged to seek legal advice on a new NHS Scotland policy which would formally permit transgender staff to use…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 19, 2025

MSPs Slam ‘Catastrophic’ National Insurance Hike in Fierce UK Government Rebellion

National Insurance contributions for employers in Scotland are set to rise to 15% from April, a move that could have significant consequences for businesses across the country.

The Fashion Central · Feb 19, 2025

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Scottish Labour face skepticism over plan to end '8am rush' for GP appointments

SCOTLAND’S Health Secretary has cast doubt on a Scottish Labour pledge to renegotiate the current GP contract to ensure patients are seen within…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 18, 2025

JD Vance's abortion buffer zones claims are ludicrous, says Neil Gray

Claims made by US vice president JD Vance about Scotland’s abortion buffer zones are “ludicrous”, Health Secretary Neil Gray has said.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 15, 2025

Reports of Stephen Flynn’s ‘hit list’ of SNP MSPs just speculation, says Neil Gray

Reports of a “hit list” of MSPs Stephen Flynn wants to be replaced with former MPs is just “speculation”, Scotland’s Health Secretary has…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 13, 2025

Reports of Flynn’s ‘hit list’ of SNP MSPs just speculation, says Gray

The Scottish Health Secretary said the party wants the ‘best possible candidates’ for next year’s Holyrood election.

Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2025

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Scottish Tory bid to oust SNP Health Secretary fails after Holyrood vote

A SCOTTISH TORY bid to force Health Secretary Neil Gray to resign has failed at Holyrood ...

The National (Scotland) · Jan 29, 2025

Scottish Tories to force vote on Neil Gray's position as Health Secretary

THE Scottish Tories will force a Holyrood vote on Neil Gray’s position as Health Secretary.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 28, 2025

Police call for ‘clarity’ over assisted deaths for 16-years-olds in Scotland

Assistant Chief Constable Steven Johnson raised concerns while giving evidence to MSPs on Holyrood’s Health Committee.

The Independent UK · Jan 28, 2025

Swinney to announce additional 150,000 NHS appointments and procedures per year

The First Minister is expected to make the announcement during a meeting with healthcare officials later on Monday.

Evening Standard · Jan 27, 2025

John Swinney addresses SNP Government's Elon Musk links after 'Nazi salute' on stage

JOHN Swinney has addressed the Scottish Government's use of Elon Musk's businesses after the billionaire threw multiple "Nazi salutes" ...

The National (Scotland) · Jan 22, 2025

‘No alternative’ but to engage with Trump, says Swinney

The First Minister was asked about his Government’s relationship with the new US administration.

The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2025

Neil Gray apologises for 'inadvertent error' at Holyrood after football game scrutiny

HEALTH Secretary Neil Gray has apologised for what he called an "inadvertent error" in his statements to parliament about the…

The National (Scotland) · Jan 21, 2025

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The National (Scotland) · Jan 14, 2025

‘Positive feedback’ from first users of Glasgow's drugs consumption room

The UK’s first safer drug consumption room has had good uptake and “positive feedback” from users since opening in Glasgow, a minister has…

Evening Standard · Jan 14, 2025

‘Positive feedback’ from first users of safer drugs consumption room – minister

Neil Gray said the success of the Thistle Centre would be measured if there are fewer drug deaths and ‘harm reduction’.

Evening Standard · Jan 10, 2025

Swinney: Consumption room should help reduce ‘entirely unacceptable’ drug deaths

The First Minister has visited the UK’s first facility where drug users can inject in a clean and safe environment.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 10, 2025

John Swinney hails 'step forward' as UK's first drugs consumption space to open

THE opening of the UK’s first safer drugs consumption room will be a “significant step forward” in efforts to tackle Scotland’s drug…

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Evening Standard · Jan 10, 2025

Drug consumption room ‘significant step forward’ in tackling deaths – Swinney

The Scottish First Minister visited the Thistle Centre in Glasgow, which will open on Monday.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 7, 2025

Flu cases causing ‘very high levels of winter pressure’ for NHS, says Neil Gray

An increase in flu cases means Scotland’s NHS is facing “very high levels of winter pressure”, Health Secretary Neil Gray said, as the latest…

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2024

Doctors’ union warns NHS will struggle to last another year without reform

99% of doctors surveyed by the British Medical Association (BMA) Scotland said they are concerned about increased pressure on the NHS over winter.

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2024

The Scottish political year in review

With a new First Minister, a general election, and the death of a ‘monumental’ political figure, it has been a memorable year in Scottish politics.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2024

Angela Constance speaks out after being driven to Old Firm game in ministerial car

JUSTICE Secretary Angela Constance has spoken out after it was reported she travelled with a close family member in a ministerial car to the Old…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 17, 2024

Hike to National Insurance could be 'catastrophic' in Scotland, says Neil Gray

The unintended consequences to the public sector in Scotland of the increase to national insurance could be “catastrophic”, the country’s…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 17, 2024

John Swinney thanks 'pioneer' Humza Yousaf after announcement he'll stand down as MSP

FIRST Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to Humza Yousaf as the former SNP leader announced he would stand down as an MSP in 2026...

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