Scottish Government to Introduce Bill on Migrant Voting Rights
The Scottish government plans to introduce a bill that would allow migrants with temporary UK status to contest council polls, aiming to expand democratic participation.
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The Scottish government plans to introduce a bill that would allow migrants with temporary UK status to contest council polls, aiming to expand democratic participation.

Scotland is preparing for Holyrood elections on May 7, with concerns rising over changes in the Scottish government's stance on welcoming migrants.

The Scottish government has ordered a public inquiry into grooming gangs, with the Education Secretary vowing decisive action to protect children.
First Minister of Scotland John Swinney says ministers will do "everything we can" to eradicate violence against women and girls

Scotland's new Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Mairi Flynn, has met with former workers from the Grangemouth refinery and Mossmorran ethylene plant, promising a 'bold, innovative and ambitious' approach to industry.
Scotland's sporting governing bodies are calling on the next Scottish Government to appoint a dedicated Sports Minister, increase efforts to attract major events, and uphold its commitment to double annual sports spending to £100 million.

Independent climate change advisers have stated that the Scottish government's plan to install heat pumps is progressing too slowly and needs to be accelerated.

Paul McManus, drummer with Scottish band Gun, has taken on the legal action from Salmond's family.

Economists are cautioning that the incoming Scottish government will face "really difficult" spending decisions, including addressing a large public sector pay bill, with parties accused of "fiscal denial."

The Scottish government has confirmed its heat pump targets as part of a newly unveiled climate plan, stating its intention to significantly ramp up the roll-out of the technology by 2035.

The Scottish Government’s Budget for 2026-27 will be approved by MSPs when it faces its final vote at Holyrood on Wednesday.