A Scottish National Party candidate selected to stand in the May 2026 Scottish Parliament election is subject to investigation by Social Security Scotland over Adult Disability Payment claims.
Polling shows Scotland split 48-52 on independence, with generational divides pointing to slow demographic change. But has the debate reached a permanent stalemate?
Ipsos poll shows record 24-point gap between young and old on independence, with under-35s backing Yes 62-38% whilst over-65s mirror that in opposition.
Scotland’s council tax system based on 1991 valuations is regressive, broken, and politically untouchable despite widespread agreement that reform is overdue.
The UK Chancellor’s optimism about economic prospects contrasts with actual challenges facing Scottish households and businesses.
Half a year after Scotland’s controversial hate crime legislation took effect, enforcement remains cautious with just 12 convictions from 3,200 reports.
The Alba Party leadership contest intensifies as Corri Wilson adds her candidacy to the growing field.
The Alba Party has been rocked by leadership tensions as Christina Hendry puts herself forward in a contested election.
The Green Party wins its first ever parliamentary by-election, taking one of Labour’s safest seats with a 26 per cent swing as Labour finishes third behind Reform.
Edinburgh council tax to rise by four per cent, the lowest increase in Scotland, after Labour strikes budget deal with Lib Dems and Conservatives.