SNP ‘proposing austerity on steroids’ for an independent Scotland, claim opponents
Labour and the Tories have hit out at claims by a senior nationalist that Scotland could cut its deficit by more than half within three years of independence.
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Nearly three-quarters of Scots want to keep the pound
The SNP’s plans for a new Scottish currency were dealt a blow when a poll suggested nearly three-quarters of Scots want to keep the pound.
Nicola Sturgeon forced to rule out wildcat independence referendum
Nicola Sturgeon was yesterday forced to rule out a wildcat Scottish independence referendum after her deputy claimed another poll could be held without Westminster permission.
SNP wants to create new Scottish currency
The SNP is committed to adopting a new policy that would see an independent Scotland ditch the pound and establish its own currency.
Nicola Sturgeon unveils radical reshuffle of her top team
Nicola Sturgeon wielded the axe yesterday as she delivered the most radical reshuffle and restructure of the Cabinet in the 11 years since the SNP took power.
VIDEO: Key stretch of AWPR will open on Wednesday
The latest part of the “transformational” Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route is expected to open tomorrow.
Cyclists will be the first to experience the new Aberdeen bypass
Cyclists are being given the chance to ride on the new Aberdeen bypass before they are banned from the road when it opens.
New SNP depute leader Keith Brown says a second independence referendum is ‘undoubtedly ahead’
New SNP depute leader Keith Brown used his victory speech yesterday to unveil cash support for Brexit-hit firms - and to signal that a second independence vote was “undoubtedly ahead”.
Minister will visit Moray to hold talks on growth deal vision
A Scottish Government minister is due to visit Moray to advance talks on preparing a multi-million-pound vision for the region.
Nearly every Carillion worker on Aberdeen bypass given new jobs on the project
Almost all the AWPR workers employed by the collapsed construction giant Carillion have gained new jobs on the project with other contractors.
Nearly every Carillion worker on Aberdeen bypass given new jobs on the project
Almost all the AWPR workers employed by the collapsed construction giant Carillion have gained new jobs on the project with other contractors.
Updated designs for A96 in Moray to be unveiled before end of month
New details about upgrades to Moray’s busiest road will be unveiled in the next two weeks.
Keith Brown: AWPR due for completion in a few months
Scotland’s transport bosses have hailed 2018 as a “defining year” for the north-east.
Trade increase hopes as rise in exports targeted
The Highlands and islands and Cairngorms areas have been chosen to take part in a new Scottish Government-led pilot programme aimed at increasing the number of companies exporting their products and services.
North-east rail link still on government radar
Hopes that a north-east railway line could be reopened have been renewed.
US investment ‘sign of Scots excellence’
A US venture with a seaweed harvesting firm based on Uist “shows the impact” American investment is having the length and breadth of Scotland, according to Scottish Economy Secretary Keith Brown.
VIDEO: Drone footage shows how AWPR has split farm in half
A land-owning couple, whose farm has been cut in half by the Aberdeen bypass, have been visited by the senior government minister heading up the project.
Plea for reconsideration of Fort George closure plans
“Brutal cuts” to Scottish military bases, including Fort George, should be reconsidered, according to Veterans Minister Keith Brown.
Business in the north: What’s coming this week?
One of the north and north-east’s best-known and most successful industries has become the centre of attention in the latest round of wrangling over post-Brexit trade deals.
New studies signal more positive news for Scotland’s economy – but firms want access to the single market
Scottish business is enjoying its longest run of expansion in nearly two-and-a-half years but Brexit is casting a dark shadow over future prospects, new studies show.
Lena Wilson bows out as head of Scottish Enterprise after nearly eight years
Scottish Enterprise (SE) said yesterday it was entering a “new phase" after chief executive Lena Wilson announced she was quitting the economic development quango.
Why are so many of Scotland’s budding young entrepreneurs losing their passion for business?
A leading bank says more needs to be done to translate youthful enthusiasm into entrepreneurship across Scotland.
Scottish Government source claims minister snubbed amid row over cancelled meeting
A senior SNP minister has been snubbed by his UK counterpart in Westminster during his quest for answers over the Tory-DUP deal, according to a Scottish Government official.
HIE chairman to lead new national development board
The chairman of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is to lead a new board implementing changes to development agencies across the country.
Dual A96 options to go on show in Moray
Plans to dual the A96 road from Inverness to Aberdeen have reached a milestone with design options for a key stretch through Moray ready to be revealed.
Scottish economy minister visits new Inverurie health centre
A senior government minister has visited a new multimillion-pound health centre which is being created in a north-east town.
Keith Brown to unveil government’s infrastructure investment plan during Inverurie visit
Economy secretary Keith Brown will unveil the Scottish Government's infrastructure investment plan progress report in Inverurie today.
Claims north needs will become “secondary consideration” under government’s plans for HIE
Orkney MSP Liam McArthur has warned the needs of Highland businesses and communities will become a "secondary consideration" under Scottish Government plans for the north's development agency.
SNP minister chastised over claims officials “did not provide full information” on delays to AWPR
One of Holyrood's most influential committees has chastised the economy secretary amid claims officials "did not provide ... full information" about delays to the Aberdeen by-pass.
Tim Farron: HIE must be saved and I support the P&J in their campaign
Liberal Democrat leader, Tim Farron, has thrown his weight behind the Press and Journal's campaign to keep Highlands and Islands Enterprise local.
Critical part of AWPR could be delayed by as much as a year
A crucial section of the Aberdeen by-pass could be delayed by as much as a year.
UK Government launches thinly-veiled attack on HIE board centralisation plans
The UK Government has launched a thinly-veiled attack on its Scottish counterparts' plans to centralise the Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) board.