Scottish government3 days agoAnger as 544-bed hostel gets go-ahead in Edinburgh The pod-bed hotel in Atholl Crescent has been approved by the Scottish government despite almost 300 objections.3 days ago3 days agoScotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffsThe Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.3 days ago8 days agoLoganair says island flights strategy 'urgently' needed The regional airline has 'temporarily reduced' some flights from Inverness.8 days ago13 Jul 2026Bullying pupils protected more than victims, parents sayLesley is one of a group of parents who believe existing school guidelines on bullying are not enough.13 Jul 202611 Jul 2026McGill's files legal action after £4.3m electric bus funding rejectedThe Greenock-based operator failed to secure support from the third phase of the Scottish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund.11 Jul 202610 Jul 2026Struggling pig farmers say £2m support package 'not enough'Farmers welcome the Scottish government funding but say it's not enough to stop them losing about £1m a month10 Jul 20268 Jul 2026Forth Valley's three councils to work more closely togetherFalkirk, Clackmannanshire and now Stirling Council are in the early stages of a collaboration.8 Jul 20266 Jul 2026'Mansion tax' could double rates on Scotland's most expensive homesSNP ministers have has proposed a steep council tax increase for properties worth more than £1m.6 Jul 20266 Jul 2026Andy Burnham would oppose second Scottish independence referendumThe Labour MP, who is expected to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister, has ruled out agreeing to a vote.6 Jul 2026...
