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John Swinney U-turns on culture cuts as councils get 11th hour cash boost

JOHN Swinney has announced a U-turn on plans to slash cultural funding as he unveiled a last-minute cash boost of £100 million.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish councils to receive extra £100m boost, reveals John Swinney

The Deputy First Minister revealed the additional money had come from the UK Government because of a forecasting error.

The Independent UK

John Swinney announces £100m funding for councils to help settle pay disputes

Cash-strapped local authorities will be able to charge Scots higher fees for parking infringement penalties as part of the Scottish Government budget plan.

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Health union recommends members back pay deal for NHS staff in Scotland

SCOTLAND'S largest health union has recommended its members accept a record pay deal offered to NHS workers north of the border.

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People of faith must be respected in any conversion therapy ban, says Kate Forbes

THE views of people of faith must be respected in any legislation which seeks to ban conversion therapy in Scotland, according to SNP leadership…

The National (Scotland)

Support package announced for drinks producers after Deposit Return Scheme criticism

THE Scottish Government has announced a multi-million-pound support package for drinks producers in response to criticism of a major new recycling…

The National (Scotland)

Stagecoach unveil new £15.7m electric bus fleet for Ayrshire routes

Communities can experience the latest technology when the buses hit the roads next month.

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Scottish families affected by DWP benefit cap urged to apply for new financial support from local council

An estimated 4,000 eligible households could be £2,500 better off on average per year.

Daily Record

Kate Forbes says campaign ‘not over’ as MSPs withdraw support amid backlash

Ms Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan are running to become SNP leader and First Minister.

The Independent UK

Stagecoach expands Ayrshire electric bus routes with £15.7 million investment

The fleet of 27 new vehicles has been provided by Volvo and Alexander Dennis

Insider UK

Trade associations unite against alcohol advertising ban

Meanwhile, Conservatives warn of business 'armageddon' should the Deposit Return Scheme go ahead as planned

Insider UK

MSPs urged to back Budget putting 'limited resources where most needed'

THE Deputy First Minister has urged MSPs to approve tax and spending plans for the coming year which will see the “limited resources” of the…

The National (Scotland)

Swinney: Scottish budget uses ‘limited resources’ where they are needed most

The Deputy First Minister spoke out on the ‘progressive choices’ made in the Scottish Government’s budget for 2023-24.

The Independent UK

Falkirk council rents set to rise in April with steeper increases recommended for future years

Councillors will make the decision on this year's increase on Thursday

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Who is Kate Forbes? The finance secretary aiming to replace Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader

Kate Forbes is one of three candidates to become the next First Minister.

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John Swinney calls for industrial action in schools to be called off

Schools in John Swinney's constituency are set to close on Wednesday for three days as part of targeted strikes

Daily Record

Teaching strikes latest across Ayrshire as schools to close again for two days

Councils have laid out their plans ahead of the closures.

The National (Scotland)

What are the SNP leadership candidates' views on key social issues?

There is disagreement between Kate Forbes, Ash Regan and Humza Yousaf.

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Women in entrepreneurship report published

Government-commissioned review identifies 31 ways to reduce gender gap and boost the economy

The Independent UK

Regan, Forbes and Yousaf: First three candidates in the race to be next FM

The three have put their names forward to succeed Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader and Scottish First Minister.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Government to provide extra £8.6m to mitigate UK benefits cap

FAMILIES could be £2500 better off as a result of the Scottish Government spending almost £9 million to help those impacted by Westminster’s…

Insider UK

Forbes becomes third candidate in race to be First Minister

Another potential frontrunner, Angus Robertson, rules himself out of the race for Bute House

Daily Record

Council considered axing 21 East Ayrshire teachers but £4.5m penalty threat halted move

A late change on Scottish Government teacher numbers would see East Ayrshire Council face £4.5m penalties if it cuts posts during this week's budget.

The Independent UK

Kate Forbes: Praised for handling of budget but other views could divide party

The Finance Secretary, currently on maternity leave, is considered a leading contender to replace Nicola Sturgeon.

The Independent UK

Kate Forbes becomes third candidate in race to be Scotland’s next first minister

The Scottish Finance Secretary declared her candidacy on Monday, following on from announcements by Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan.

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