Fears raised over suitability of government’s deposit return scheme
The Scottish Government is set on continuing with a standard deposit return scheme price and the inclusion of glass, despite concerns raised from drinks-industry leaders.
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Public inquiry to be held into death of man in police custody
A public inquiry has been announced into the death of a man in police custody.
Ruth Davidson says she carried out due diligence before taking lobbying job
Former Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson has said she conducted “due diligence” before taking on a paid job with a lobbying firm.
Amanda Kopel to lead ‘hugely important’ group reviewing support for Scotland’s unpaid carers
Frank's Law campaigner Amanda Kopel is to lead a new group to offer help to Scotland’s near-800,000 army of unpaid carers.
Decision on recalling Scottish Parliament deferred after PM’s Brexit defeat
A decision on whether to recall the Scottish Parliament has been deferred after Boris Johnson was forced to put his plans to leave the EU on October 31 on hold.
Holyrood could be recalled to debate new Brexit deal
The Scottish Parliament could be recalled from recess early to debate giving consent for a new Brexit deal.
Domestic abusers would lose homes, rather than victims, under new legislation
A new Bill which would see suspected domestic abusers removed from their homes, rather than victims, is set to be put before the Scottish Parliament.
Ruth Davidson speaks of aid work ambition after leaving Holyrood
Ruth Davidson has said she is “hugely interested” in taking on aid and development work once she leaves politics in Scotland.
Don’t risk mixing general election with Brexit, Tony Blair warns
Tony Blair has warned that fighting a general election on the issue of Brexit is a “vast elephant trap” that could allow Boris Johnson to claim a mandate for leaving without a deal.
Angus landowner ordered to remove track scarring in scenic Glen Clova
A landowner has been ordered to remove a vehicle track visible from miles around in Glen Clova.