Some highly varied responses have been forthcoming to PM David Cameron's promise of an 'in/out' referendum on UK European Union membership.

The Scottish Government's plans to reduce the discount on business rates for owners of empty properties have been backed by Scottish Greens.

The Scottish National Party's annual conference in Perth has kicked off with a ringing endorsement of the Yes Scotland campaign, following on from the Scottish Greens' approval of the independence push.

Responding to the UK Budget statement, the Scottish National Party says Chancellor Osborne has failed to deliver for Scotland on key measures.