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29 Jan 2013

Salmond to be quizzed on tax, welfare and the environment

Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond will answer questions on tax, welfare, the environment and more as he gives the Jimmy Reid Memorial Lecture tonight.
27 Jan 2013

Welfare cuts will increase poverty, says Oxfam Scotland

Oxfam Scotland has backed a report by Dr Jim McCormick and SCVO on the impact of social security cuts, saying they will increase poverty.
27 Jan 2013

Scottish land reform can boost renewable energy, says Kirk

The Church of Scotland has marked the tenth anniversary of the passing of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 with fresh proposals for change.
15 Jan 2013

Scottish youngster receives warm welcome in Malawi

A young fundraiser has celebrated turning 13 by visiting the African school he has supported by refusing birthday presents since he was six years old.
8 Jan 2013

Scottish disability NGO urges PM to keep benefits link to inflation

Capability Scotland urged the UK government to change its plans to cut welfare ahead of the Westminster benefits uprating debate today.
29 Dec 2012

Bid to end six-figure salary executive culture in Scotland

The Scottish government now has a "golden opportunity" to call time on six figure salaries in the public sector, say critics of a high pay culture.
16 Dec 2012

Trump faces censure for 'sick' Lockerbie advert jibe

Controversial billionaire property developer Donald Trump faces a complaint with the Advertising Standards Authority over a 'sick' advert.
12 Dec 2012

Scottish government consultation on equal marriage bill
12 Dec 2012

Welcome for Scots consultation on draft Marriage and Civil Partnership Bill

The Scottish government's publication of proposed legislation to introduce same-sex marriage and accompanying reforms has been welcomed by civic groups.
1 Dec 2012

Scottish carers delighted by support services victory

After online and in-person pressure, the Scottish Government has announced regulations to ensure that carers are not charged for support services.

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