First Minister John Swinney defends Scotland's 2026-27 Budget, highlighting a rise in the Scottish child payment for infants and expanded breakfast clubs. Critics argue it falls short on poverty targets.
Finance Secretary Shona Robison's budget raises the Scottish Child Payment to £40 a week, sparking debate over its state-heavy focus and new taxes. Read the full analysis.
Finance Secretary Shona Robison's budget, centred on state spending with a £40 weekly child payment, faces opposition criticism for neglecting private enterprise. Analysis inside.
The SNP's latest Budget freezes income tax thresholds, dragging thousands into higher rates while council tax and a new 'mansion tax' loom. Discover the full financial impact.
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Finance Secretary Shona Robison's Budget faces fierce criticism for failing to address punitive tax rates and boost growth, instead prioritising unsustainable spending. Analysis reveals the impact on professionals, businesses, and public services.
SNP ministers face mounting pressure to reduce income tax and halt a business rates revaluation in today's Scottish Budget, as households and firms struggle with soaring costs. Will the Finance Secretary act?
Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville sparks outrage by stating work is not the best escape from poverty, as Scotland's welfare bill heads for £9bn. Critics slam the SNP's 'toxic dependency culture'.
Scottish households and businesses demand urgent help in this week's budget as rising bills and the highest taxes in the UK push them to breaking point. Will the SNP act?
Anas Sarwar says Scottish Labour will not oppose the upcoming Holyrood budget but warns an emergency budget could follow May's election. Read the full political analysis.
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Scotland will get an extra public holiday in June 2026 to mark the national football team's first World Cup appearance since 1998. Read the full details.
Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill accuses the Labour government of continuing Tory austerity, citing severe underfunding of public services as Stormont's greatest challenge. Read her full New Year message.
First Minister Michelle O'Neill says Stormont's greatest challenge is public service underfunding, accusing Labour of 'false promises' and following Tory austerity. Read her full New Year message.
Declassified files from 2000 reveal officials believed Northern Ireland was on the 'cusp of a new beginning' with Stormont's return. Explore the challenges and hopes of that pivotal moment.
John Swinney aims to lead the SNP for years, but critics warn of more paralysis for Scotland's NHS and economy. The May election is a crucial chance for change.
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From President Trump's golf trip to royal tours by King Charles and Prince William, 2025 was a year of high-profile visits to Scotland. Discover the headlines and controversies.
STV journalists will strike on January 7 in a dispute over changes to news programmes in the north of Scotland. The NUJ warns the cuts are 'bad for viewers and journalism'. Read the full story.
Scottish Government 'very disappointed' as TNT Sports wins broadcast rights for Glasgow's 2026 Commonwealth Games, placing the event behind a paywall. Read why ministers are demanding a free-to-air solution.
National Records of Scotland uncovers festive names like Santa Bianchi and George Bailey in 500 years of archives. Discover your own historical connections.
SNP ministers face accusations of double standards for demanding a BBC correction while defending Justice Secretary Angela Constance ahead of a no confidence vote. Read the full story.
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A deadly terror attack at a Jewish celebration in Sydney has marred Hannukah, prompting UK security reviews and condemnation from Scottish leaders. Read the latest.
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders praise a £2bn funding boost and the abolition of the two-child benefit cap in the new budget, hoping it will reverse their fortunes in upcoming elections.
Stormont Finance Minister John O'Dowd says Chancellor's £370m funding plan doesn't go far enough for frontline services. Read the full analysis of the budget impact.
New research reveals women in Scotland are disproportionately driven into poverty by public debt collection. A wake-up call for policymakers to reform harsh recovery methods.
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry's second report reveals critical failures in Scottish Government decision-making. Scottish Covid Bereaved group vows to hold ministers accountable for implementing lessons learned.
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Social Security Scotland overpaid claimants £14.25 million last year while operating costs surged by 9.9%. Discover how benefit errors and rising bureaucracy are impacting Scottish taxpayers.
Shetland MSP Beatrice Wishart invites Tom Daley to visit after Channel 4's Game of Wool 'misrepresents' traditional Fair Isle knitting techniques, sparking cultural appropriation debate.
Scottish households brace for potential income tax hikes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers increases that could widen the fiscal gap with rest of UK, putting additional pressure on family budgets already strained by SNP policies.
Exclusive: Welsh ministers demand emergency talks with UK government over 'unacceptable' funding shortfall threatening North Wales communities and economic development.
Scottish ministers face scrutiny after failing to spend nearly £1 billion of public money in a single year, raising questions about financial management during economic hardship.
