FROM THE ARCHIVES: Amid protests over controversial tolls, the Skye Bridge opened on this day in 1995
On this day 24 years ago, the Skye Bridge opened for the first time.
Scottish Government
Nicola Sturgeon declares SNP ‘winning the case for independence’
Nicola Sturgeon has declared that the SNP is “winning the case for independence” as she revealed more detail about plans for Scotland to have a second vote on leaving the UK.
Sturgeon announces plans for new legal powers to help domestic abuse victims
New powers could be given to the police and courts in Scotland to remove those suspected of domestic abuse from the homes of anyone at risk, the country’s First Minister has announced.
First Minister told to ‘come clean’ about use of party email account
Nicola Sturgeon must “come clean” over allegations she has been using a private SNP email account for official government business, the Scottish Conservatives have said.
Independent Scotland could be an investment magnet, Nicola Sturgeon to say
An independent Scotland could be a “magnet for global investment”, thanks to its unique position between the UK and the EU, Nicola Sturgeon will say.
First Minister told to ‘come clean’ about use of party email account
Nicola Sturgeon must “come clean” over allegations she has been using a private SNP email account for official government business, the Scottish Conservatives have said.
Scottish minister refuses to rule out legal action if indy vote request blocked
Legal action “cannot be ruled out” if the UK Government blocks a section 30 order which would allow Scotland to hold an independence referendum, the country’s Brexit minister said.
UK Government accused of ‘stymieing’ set up of Scottish National Investment Bank
The new Scottish National Investment Bank is on track to open this time next year – despite the UK Government “stymieing” work to set up the new institution.
MSPs raise right to die at home after Shetland GP’s call
A Shetland doctor is calling for islanders to get the right end-of-life care to be able to die at home if they want to.
Local MP appeals to Westminster for ‘vital’ bridge repair funds
The UK government has been urged to intervene to help Aberdeenshire repair its stricken roads network.
SNP undermining no-deal preparations to smash up the UK, Michael Gove claims
The Scottish Government has undermined the Brexit process so that it can “smash up the United Kingdom”, Michael Gove has claimed.
More than 300,000 people in north and north-east amongst the most vulnerable to Brexit
More than 300,000 people across the north and north-east are among the most vulnerable to Brexit, Scottish Government analysis suggests.
Speyside officials submit plans to transform region into world-class destination to Scottish Government
A campaign to transform Moray Speyside into a world-class destination will advance today when "crucial" plans for the region's tourist industry are submitted to the Scottish Government.
Gove ‘deeply worried’ about Scottish Government’s no-deal Brexit preparations
Michael Gove has said he is “deeply worried” about the Scottish Government’s no-deal Brexit preparations, claiming money is not being passed on to local authorities most in need.
Scottish Government sets up £7m poverty fund to help mitigate no-deal Brexit
The Scottish Government has committed £7 million for a new fund to help tackle poverty in the event of a no-deal Brexit, as price hikes could push 130,000 Scots into financial hardship.
Loganair wins Barra, Tiree and Campbeltown contract
Flights to and from Barra, Tiree and Campbeltown will continue to be operated by Loganair.
Government minister admits it was ‘touch and go’ in talks to rescue historic Stoneywood Mill
The Scottish Business Minister has admitted he never thought it would take so long to find a buyer for an Aberdeen paper plant, now saved from closure.
Scottish ministers urged to hand over Brexit cash to help fishing industry
The Scottish Government was last night urged to pass on Brexit preparation cash to the north-east to ensure fish and shellfish can be exported after EU withdrawal.
Almost nine in 10 want ban on sale of fireworks to public, consultation finds
The majority of people in Scotland support a ban on the sale of fireworks to the public, new research has found.
Nicola Sturgeon pledges support following devastating Aberdeenshire flash-floods
The First Minister has pledged to help “wherever we can” following pleas for emergency funding to remedy the destruction of last week’s Aberdeenshire floods.
Delayed discharges leaving Scottish patients ‘ageing 30 years in three weeks’
Older patients stuck in hospital can age the equivalent of 30 years in just three weeks, according to a new report.
Climate challenge plan will be derailed unless a second track considered
A railway campaign group are calling on the government to upgrade the Highland Main Line, or risk not meeting climate targets.
Dozens of north and north-east farms still waiting for CAP payments
Dozens of north and north-east farms are still waiting for Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) payments, new figures have revealed.
Value of catches rise but volume drops
New Scottish Government figures have revealed mixed fortunes for the country’s fishing fleet.
Scottish Government rejects call to ban new fish farm developments due to growing environmental concerns
The Scottish Government have rejected calls to follow the example of Denmark and impose a ban on any new fish farm developments due to growing environmental concerns.
Scottish Government requests £52m to prepare for no-deal Brexit
The Scottish Government has requested £52 million from a contingency fund to prepare for a no-deal Brexit.
Aberdeenshire scheme to boost library use given £70,000 to expand across Scotland
An initiative to widen residents’ access to libraries has been awarded £70,000 of Scottish Government funding.
Government approves new house in north-east village after council rejects it twice
Plans for a new house in a north-east village have been rubber-stamped by the Scottish Government - after twice being rejected by local councillors.
Public demand inquiry into closure of Uist dental practices in favour of centralised service
Fury has erupted at the decision to close three dental practices in Uist.
Highland mother petitions Scottish Parliament for equal teaching hours for P1-3s
A mum has condemned a council savings drive that means children in the Highlands receive less teaching time in their first years at primary than elsewhere.
Blue Planet cameraman toasts Scotland’s role in tackling single-use plastics
Scotland is ahead of England in terms of tackling the issue of single-use plastics, one of two big problems facing the planet, according to an award-winning wildlife cameraman.
‘Landmark moment’ as CF patients in Scotland get access to Orkambi drug
Hundreds of cystic fibrosis sufferers in Scotland will be able to get drugs which can help extend their life, after a deal on costs was reached.