Turnberry has missed out since 2009 but UK government is pressing for a return after talks with US president
First minister sets out legislative programme early to allow full year of reform before Holyrood poll
Cash-strapped distillers look to sell or raise equity as downturn intensifies
Scottish first minister John Swinney says move will allow for year of ‘delivery’ ahead of Holyrood elections
Government-backed task force outlines nine project options for future industrial complex at Grangemouth
Move comes amid growing pressure to ensure just transition for workers at facility near Falkirk
Trade body said it would work with Defra and other parties to ensure ‘robust’ standards
SNIB faces potential shortfall of £400mn on £2bn lending budget, estimates show
Ministers under pressure to secure future of imperilled Grangemouth facility
Polls show highest level of support in four years for breaking away from UK
Grouse shooting industry says it sustains rural life but opponents argue it is time for transition
SNP administration sets out record healthcare spending as it seeks to double down on policy priorities
Asset managers call for removal of ‘disincentive’ to property spending north of the border
Kate Forbes says there is ‘room’ for Mingyang’s plant, as SNP government pushes for green growth
Caps for increases would be tied to inflation under SNP’s new housing bill
Campaigners say fast-expanding spruce plantations are pushing out farmers and native tree species
Glen Earrach’s pumped storage hydro project aims to facilitate energy transition with vast ‘water battery’
Planning officials now need to consider emissions produced when customers use oil and gas before they grant permission
Scottish city took on 2026 event after Australian state of Victoria pulled out citing soaring costs
Government in talks with investors in clean energy to fill gap left by declining North Sea oil sector
Decision will mean a net loss of 400 jobs and a threat to thousands more
Nationalist party blames Westminster for need to slash budgets
Questions over carbon credits and delays to forestry and peatland schemes have stalled investor interest
Increase to 10.4% of GDP highlights vulnerability of country’s finances to moves in global oil market
Regulations over moor burning and killing birds of prey tightened as legislation comes into force
