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Dornan, who represents Glasgow Cathcart, appeared to downplay Sarah Smith's account of the abuse she has received while doing her job.

A poll of UK firms found paperwork and increased costs after the Brexit trade deal came into force.

After spending the last term in coalition with SNP councillors, Edinburgh Labour candidates are vying for full control in the chamber – by promising to fight cuts, invest in council housing and fix-up old playparks.

The agreement, struck late last night, will also see the council look to improve city roads, create new environmental teams and push forward a trial of free public transport.

Criticism is mounting of the Scottish Government's policy of giving 73% of all households £150 to address the cost of living crisis

The SNP has said the “burden” of additional Brexit and Covid-19 checks require additional funding for Trading Standards Scotland

Council tenants will see an increase in their rent when the new budget comes into force later this year.

Talks are ongoing over a deal to pass Glasgow City Council's budget for the next year and the Greens, who have reached an agreement with the SNP in recent years, have three main priorities.

Councillors back 3% increase which will see rents rise to an average of £80.70 a week in West Lothian

West Lothian's minority Labour led council backed by Tory support wins approval for spending plan branded "uninspired" by SNP opposition

West Lothian Council revealed their budget which includes a three per cent rise in council tax