Scottish Labour1 day agoSNP pledges 'first refusal' for tenants to buy private rental homesJohn Swinney says it would help renters get on the housing ladder but other parties say the SNP is to blame for the housing emergency.1 day ago4 days agoGreen candidate backs abolition of Scotland's prisonsThe comments, made by Edinburgh and Lothians East hopeful Kate Nevens, have been branded "monumentally stupid".4 days ago2 Apr 2026Swinney softens stance on North Sea drilling as oil prices soarThe first minister said energy security should be a primary concern when making decisions on oil and gas projects.2 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Call for business rates reform as Scots face cost of living crunchOne live music bar firm in Glasgow says it is facing a near six-fold increase and may have to lay off staff.1 Apr 20261 Apr 2026SNP candidate ditched over handling of Linden complaintsTracy Carragher was a deputy council leader when it was reported that her former colleague had made unwanted advances towards a teenager.1 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Labour drops election candidate after fraud chargeGlasgow Southside hopeful Mohammed Ameen made no plea when he appeared in court last week.1 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Parents promised more free childcare by party leadersTax breaks for parents, more funded care for nursery-age children and help to get parents back into work are among the campaign pledges. 31 Mar 202630 Mar 2026Party leaders pledge to fix ferries chaos and blame 'incompetence' John Swinney has expressed his regret as CalMac confirmed eight vessels were out of action.30 Mar 202629 Mar 2026Five years on: Why the SNP is still the party to beat in ScotlandAfter a major setback two years ago when Labour defeated them in the UK general election, the SNP's political luck seems to have turned.29 Mar 2026...
