As the Chancellor has now herself set out, that sets up difficult choices between political priorities and economic constraints. Much of the challenge stems from a familiar culprit: weak productivity.

A new book co-written by a former first minister calls the current situation ‘unacceptable’ ...

First Minister John Swinney laid a wreath at Edinburgh City Chambers following the traditional two minutes of silence at ...

Anas Sarwar has vowed to devolve power away from Holyrood to boost regional economic growth if he forms the next Scottish ...

Anas Sarwar’s claims came as he launched the Muscatelli Report. The Scottish Labour leader has said his party would create a ...

Shona Robison has said she may have to “potentially revisit” her tax plans amid reports the Chancellor is eyeing up hikes of ...

John Swinney laid a wreath at the Stone of Remembrance outside Edinburgh City Chambers today, Sunday, November 9. He was ...

Speaking to the PA news agency, Mr Swinney said it is important that people today remember the sacrifices made by those in ...

Shona Robison says the chancellor's Budget decisions later this month could put unforeseen pressure on Scotland's finances.

Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli has warned Scotland risks deterring workers and investment if it continues to diverge too far ...

Legal experts say John Swinney misinterpreted contempt of court law after the First Minister refused to comment on the Scottish ...

The SNP may have to “revisit” its promise not to increase income tax again if Rachel Reeves raises the levy in England, the ...