In the latest Scottish Elections Poll (released via The Scotsman and Savanta ComRes) predictions for the Scottish Parliament results in May show Independence supporting parties achieving a 19 seat majority at Holyrood. Continue reading
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First Minister launches Scottish National Investment Bank
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has officially launched the Scottish National Investment Bank.
It will be backed by £2bn of Scottish Government funding over the next decade
Scot Gov: “It will help to tackle some of the biggest challenges Scotland faces now and in years to come, delivering economic, social and environmental returns.” Continue reading
Smoke and Heat Alarms in Homes (New Law FAQs)
The Scottish Government have introduced new regulations via The Scottish Parliament on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in all homes.
Legislation due to come into effect will mean that the standards which currently apply to private rented property and new-builds will also eventually be extended to all homes in Scotland. Continue reading
First Minister Statement on EU and UK Govt talks
Statement on EU and UK Government talks by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
Commenting on the EU and UK Government talks, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said:
It is beyond belief that in the midst of a global pandemic and deep recession the Prime Minister is telling Scotland to get ready for a disastrous No Deal Brexit. Continue reading
Nicola Sturgeon: Scotland will always uphold international law
In the early stages of the COVID-19 crisis, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said: “This pandemic is not a war. Nations are not against other nations, soldiers against other soldiers. It is a test of our humanity.”
These have been indeed the most testing of times for people in Europe and across the world. Continue reading
Scottish Parliament rejects consent for Internal Market Bill
‘Internal Market Bill should be abandoned’
Parliament rejects consent for “deeply damaging” Bill.
The Internal Market Bill should be withdrawn by the UK Government after consent for it was denied by a majority of the Scottish Parliament, Constitution Secretary Michael Russell has said. Continue reading
First Minister statement on additional COVID restrictions
Below is Nicola Sturgeon’s full statement to the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday, October 7th, regarding the implementation of additional COVID restrictions in Scotland.
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