Dualling A9 ‘remains a priority ‘ says First Minister Swinney

Dualling the A9 “remains a priority for myself and this Government”, Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has said. Mr Swinney was speaking ahead of a visit to see work to dual a section of road between Tomatin and Moy, which is one of 11 sections of road being upgraded. During the visit Mr Swinney is […]

First Minister to explore rescue package options to save Alexander Dennis jobs

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has pledged to explore “any and all viable options” to save jobs at beleaguered Scottish bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis. The Scottish Government confirmed that it is looking at a rescue package to save up tp 400 jobs, but said details were being kept under wraps due to “commercial sensitivity”, says The National. […]

Swinney: Councils have enough money to fix potholes

First Minister John Swinney has insisted Scottish councils are “adequately” funded to fix potholes. His comments came after the UK government announced an extra £500m for road maintenance in England. Swinney said his administration was providing an additional £1bn in funding for councils in the 2025-26 budget. Drivers from Glasgow to Cape Wrath in the Highlands have protested about potholes last […]