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 […]