NewsNewsScotlandScotland PoliticsShipyard needs urgent investment to survive, MSPs warnA Holyrood committee says a lack of orders and reputational damage need to be overcome for the Ferguson Marine yard to prosper.1 day agoScotlandHow does Starmer's NHS plan compare to Scotland's? The prime minister and John Swinney both have ambitions to reform health services, but there are many difficult challenges to overcome.2 days agoScotland PoliticsStarmer's approach to welfare reform 'appalling' - SwinneyThe first minister says the UK government has "preyed" on vulnerable claimants after a dramatic Commons U-turn.3 days agoScotland PoliticsWho are the welfare bill rebels? Find out how your MP votedCheck whether your MP voted for or against the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill4 days agoPoliticsNo 10 backs Chancellor Rachel Reeves after tearful appearance at PMQsA spokesperson for Reeves says it was a "personal matter" - meanwhile, the cost of government borrowing rises after the scenes are broadcast.How does Starmer's NHS plan compare to Scotland's? The prime minister and John Swinney both have ambitions to reform health services, but there are many difficult challenges to overcome.2 days agoScotland PoliticsWelfare system will 'explode' without reform, says MurrayThe Labour minister has defended his government's benefits bill after backbenchers forces a major climbdown. 2 days agoScotland PoliticsPeter Murrell granted legal aid over embezzlement chargeThe husband of former first minister Nicola Sturgeon was charged in a police investigation into SNP finances.4 days agoScotland PoliticsStarmer's approach to welfare reform 'appalling' - SwinneyThe first minister says the UK government has "preyed" on vulnerable claimants after a dramatic Commons U-turn.3 days agoScotland PoliticsFuture of delayed NHS surgery centres is unclearThe future of five already delayed NHS treatment centres to deal with a backlog of operations will not be known until December. 6 days agoScotland PoliticsNew SQA chief named months before exams body scrappedThe news comes less than 48 hours after the Scottish government passed legislation to replace the SQA.27 Jun 2025Scotland PoliticsDavid Murray says sorry over disaster of Rangers saleThe former Rangers owner says he regrets what happened to the club's staff and fans as he publishes his memoirs.27 Jun 2025Glasgow & West ScotlandGPs in 'formal dispute' with ministers over fundingBMA Scotland has told the Scottish government the next step would be to ballot doctors on disruptive action.26 Jun 2025ScotlandTommy Sheridan loses social work job legal challengeGlasgow City Council said there was an "unacceptable level of risk" in hiring him as a social worker.26 Jun 2025Glasgow & West ScotlandFeatures and analysisWhat does the new Industrial Strategy mean for Scotland?Scotland could be in the sweet spot for elements of the strategy across all the sectors targeted for support.23 Jun 2025ScotlandHow could politics shape the Scotland of 2050?A conference in Edinburgh invited leaders to think beyond the short-termism of the five-year electoral cycle.18 Jun 2025ScotlandWill new school rules help cut violence in the classroom?The Scottish government has published guidance for schools on how to deal with violent and aggressive behaviour from pupils.18 Jun 2025Scotland PoliticsHamilton by-election victory confounds expectationsThe result in the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election came as a surprise to many pundits.6 Jun 2025Scotland PoliticsA self-created fairy story: The rise and fall of Michelle MoneA new documentary follows the bra firm founder's journey from poverty to fame, fortune and controversy.26 May 2025Scotland Business