Bus station assaults and threats ‘skyrocket’ across Scotland
John Swinney has been warned the Scottish Government is not moving fast enough on youth violence as assaults…
NHS 24, Police Scotland and Scottish Government raising awareness of dangers of spiking
Consistent national response has been developed to ensure that individuals who present to A&E with suspected spiking receive…
HMRC issues urgent Winter Fuel Payment warning to every pensioner due up to £300
Last month, HMRC acted to remove 4,600 fake websites linked to Winter Fuel Payments.Linda Howard Money and Consumer…
People over State Pension age due up to £524 in one-off payments this year
People over 66 could be eligible for separate cash payments to help with heating bills over the current…
Tenants and Scotland’s largest trade unions issue warning over rent controls
Major trade unions have joined with tenants to call on the Scottish Government not to consider proposed exemptions…
Less than third of electric buses funded by SNP scheme built in Scotland as 400 workers lose jobs
Only 162 of the 523 – 31 per cent – buses ordered under the Scottish Zero Emission Bus…
Rutherglen’s MSP welcomes major expansion of free school meals as Trinity High pupils take part in the project’s pilot
Clare Haughey is “absolutely delighted” the school in her constituency is playing such a key role.Ms Haughey pictured…
NHS Scotland patients waiting more than 78 weeks for treatment skyrockets
NHS has seen figures half after launching a 10-year recovery plan – but Scotland lags far behind.(Image: NHSGG&C)…
Tax expert shares simple ways to get Winter Fuel Payment with a retirement income over £35,000
Pensioners with an income above £35,000 can either opt-out of the Winter Fuel Payment or repay it through…
Scots gov exceeded broadband connection target last year
The Scottish Government has announced that it has surpassed its commitment to deliver gigabit-capable broadband connections to 20,000…