Brexit is a distraction from tackling climate change, Green conference told
Greens have warned that Brexit is a “distraction” which is diverting politicians away from tackling the “most important” issue in the world – climate change.
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Greens warn Labour may ‘never be forgiven’ if they help usher in Brexit
Jeremy Corbyn has been told his party may never be forgiven if it works with the Conservatives to bring in a “hard-right Brexit”.
Greens offer positive alternative to ‘toxic’ far-right politics, says Harvie
Politics in the centre ground should not be seen as the only option to “toxic” alternatives, according to Patrick Harvie.
Still hope of cancelling Brexit to halt chaos, says Patrick Harvie
There is still hope that Brexit can be cancelled to ensure the UK remains a part of the EU, Patrick Harvie has said.
Scottish Greens to push for People’s Vote at event in Glasgow
The only credible options for ending the Brexit deadlock are to hold another EU referendum or to revoke Article 50, according to the Scottish Greens.
Most Scots back 20mph speed limit on residential streets
More than half of Scots back cutting the default speed limit in residential streets to 20mph, a new poll has found.
First Minister urged to back 20mph speed limit
The First Minister has been urged to support a 20mph speed limit in all residential areas across Scotland.
£5 million cut to roads repairs among budget saving plans proposed by Aberdeenshire councillors
A £5 million roads repair "holiday" is one of a raft of controversial cuts being proposed by opposition politicians to balance a north-east council's books.
Workplace parking charge supporters lobby politicians for change
Introducing a workplace parking levy could help Scotland cut emissions, improve public health and raises additional cash for public transport, supporters have claimed.
Teachers could be exempt from workplace parking charge
Exemptions to a planned workplace parking levy could “quite possibly” be extended beyond the NHS to other parts of the public sector, the Scottish Government has said.
Green MSP warns rural areas will suffer unless Derek Mackay’s budget delivers the goods
The Scottish Government and Greens were last night edging closer to striking a deal to get the budget through Holyrood - on the basis that local councils get more support.
Retail chiefs warn of increased ‘uncertainty’ if Scottish Budget defeated
Failure to pass the Scottish Budget would create a “thick layer of uncertainty” for businesses at an “already challenging time”, retail chiefs have warned.
Greens demand more cash for councils before backing budget plans
The Scottish Greens have warned they cannot support the Government’s proposed budget as it stands, saying it would be “damaging” for local services across the country.
MSPs spent thousands of pounds on hotel meals, taxis and stamps
A north-east MSP spent almost £1,200 on meals in Edinburgh hotels last year, while another forked out £4,350 on postage stamps.
MSP wants to tax empty land in Moray to raise £300,000 a year for extra homes
An MSP is calling on the Scottish Government to introduce a new levy to generate more than £300,000 for housing projects in Moray.
Local Elections 2017: Results being announced across Scotland
The results from elections across Scotland are coming in this morning as voters choose their representatives in 32 local authorities.
WATCH: Hilarious Green Party advert stars children as squabbling MPs
A mop-haired Boris rides his trike, Jeremy's own gang is being mean to him and Sadiq and Zac are rowing in the sandpit.
North-east could become the global leader in renewable energy says Patrick Harvie
Scottish Greens leader Patrick Harvie has said the UK oil and gas industry should start decommissioning now in order to allow the north-east to become the global leader in renewable energy.
General Election 2015: What will happen afterwards? …Well here’s 20 possibilities
As Britain goes to the polls for the most unpredictable election in memory, we could be left with a wide range of outcomes.
Smith Commission recommends biggest transfer of powers to Holyrood since devolution
The biggest transfer of powers from Westminster to Holyrood since the establishment of the Scottish Parliament has been recommended by the Smith Commission on further devolution.
TV firms under fire for “forgetting Scotland”
Broadcasters have been accused of forgetting Scotland after proposing TV election debates that would feature UKIP but not the SNP.
Greens urge government action on climate change
Threats of severe weather and food shortages must compel the Scottish Government to cut harmful emissions more urgently, according to the Scottish Greens.
Justice Secretary defends armed police deployment
Armed police officers were deployed on the streets of the Highlands and Islands before the creation of the national police service'