Nicola Sturgeon has backed her former deputy’s leadership of the SNP, saying she believes ... so delighted she’s here today at our conference.” Ms Sturgeon received a standing ovation after Mr Swinney ...

The Scottish Government's plans to secure a just transition from oil and gas dependence are in doubt as an English region creates ...

The licensing of offshore oil and gas fields, whether for exploration or extraction, is a matter reserved to the UK ...

The Scottish Government has refused to release details of two complaints made against John Swinney’s special advisers, citing data ...

A leading doctor has questioned how the Scottish government plans to staff 15 new drop-in services run by GPs and nurses. First Minister John Swinney announced he aims to roll out the first site ...