Scottish Politics News Direct from Holyrood

General secretary of the Scottish Trades Union Congress, Roz Foyer. — Roz Foyer, general secretary of the STUC, says confidence is at a low ebb. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson.

Aberdeen jobs warning as anger grows at Grangemouth refinery closure

Union leader Roz Foyer sets out the need for a ‘new industrial revolution’ to save north-east jobs in an interview with the P&J’s politics podcast, The Stooshie.

By Andy Philip

Inverness and Nairn MSP Fergus Ewing. Image: PA.

Fergus Ewing slams ‘misguided’ SNP plan to cut speed limit on main roads out of Inverness

The SNP rebel turned his ire against the Scotland-wide proposal for a 10mph speed limit drop for car drivers on single carriageway roads, which covers much of the A96 and A9.

By Adele Merson 3

Braemar second homes could be targeted by a new tax hike. Image: DC Thomson.

Holiday home tax could double in Green plan for Cairngorms National Park

The Green party wants Holyrood to adopt plans for a charge as high as 16% on second homes purchased in communities such as Braemar and Aviemore.

By Justin Bowie

The North East Scotland College has four sites including in Aberdeen. Image: Chris Sumner/DC Thomson.

Is the university funding crisis spreading to North East Scotland College?

Students are being turned away from places at Nescol because of a lack of funding at a time of rising demand.

By Adele Merson

Michael Gove was part of the last UK Tory Government who failed to provide any extra Raac cash. Image: DC Thomson.

New ‘Lord Gove of Torry’ says ‘finger pointing’ over Raac must end

Aberdonian Michael Gove, who will soon take on the community's name in the House of Lords, told the P&J where he stands on the crisis.

By Adele Merson 3

Around 135 learners in the Inverurie area are waiting to book their tests. Image: PA.

Inverurie driving instructor lifts lid on reasons behind six-month wait for tests

Inverurie and District Driving School Association says practical tests are currently not available in the area with learners facing waits of up to six months.

By Adele Merson