NewsScotlandScotland PoliticsGPS tracking of bailed suspects to start next year, says SwinneyA pilot scheme in Tayside, Central and Fife is expected to start in 2027, the first minister has announced.10 hrs agoScotland PoliticsBuilding more data centres could push up electricity prices, Holyrood committee warnedScotland has been identified as a key location for building hyperscale AI data centres because of the high potential for renewable energy.14 hrs agoScotland PoliticsTributes to former Labour MSP Cathie Craigie who died after short illnessThe Scottish Labour MSP represented Cumbernauld and Kilsyth between 1999 and 2011.4 days agoScotlandProceeds of crime action against former SNP chief Murrell delayedThe court action will determine how much he will repay of the £400,000 he embezzled from the party. 5 days agoScotland PoliticsUK could 'unlock' 100 more oil and gas projects, say North Sea bossesThe UK could supply half of its oil and gas needs without imports if the government showed more support for the sector, an OEUK report claims.19 hrs agoScotland BusinessPilot tracking domestic abuse suspects to begin in 2027 - Swinney tells HolyroodThe FM addresses MSPs during a debate on preventing violence against women and girls.Swinney aiming for independence referendum by 2031The FM has signed an agreement with other nationalist leaders predicting "Westminster's time is coming to an end". 1 day agoUKPM says second Scottish independence referendum remains 'off limits'Andy Burnham clarifies remarks he made in the House of Commons and says his focus is on economic growth and the cost of living.Watchdog warns Scotland's colleges face increasing financial pressureA new report says the country's 19 colleges had an overall deficit of £5.6m in 2024/25 - up from £1.9m.FM warns police will pursue anyone spreading lies about fire-hit flatsHousing association NG Homes said rumours that the flats would be used to house asylum seekers were false.Lord Advocate 'concerned' as domestic abuse charges rise by 14%Lord Advocate Ruth Charteris KC said protecting women and girls from abusive men would be a priority during her time in office.PM would consider independence referendum if 'clear consensus' emerges Andy Burnham had previously told First Minister John Swinney that a second referendum is "off limits".Features and analysisPhoto call or 'pivotal moment' - How significant is leaders summit?The first minister will meet the leaders of Plaid Cymru and Sinn Fein in Cardiff on Monday.How will Swinney 'rewire' local government and public services?The first minister announced wide-ranging plans to shake-up Scotland's public sector. Food price cap and public sector reform: Five things from the programme for governmentA summary of the key announcements from John Swinney's programme for government. Early release: What's happening with prisoners in Scotland?Letting prisoners out early to ease prison overcrowding is proving politically fraught both sides of the border. Business groups urge Swinney to scrap 'ineffective' food price cap planMore than 20 organisations have written a joint letter to John Swinney urging him to scrap his plan for a legal cap on some food and drink prices.
