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Glasgow's bins were overflowing as a result of previous strike action (Photo: John Devlin).

SNP accused of 'passing the buck' as strike action across councils planned People

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has faced criticism around her government's approach to freedom of information.

Rise in Scottish Government FOI spending revealed Politics

Davidson backs Rishi Sunak, but urges both candidates to 'keep it clean' Politics

New record high for patients waiting more than four hours in A&E Health

Half a million patients faced A&E delays in last two years, Tories say Health

Patrick Grady 'resigns' SNP membership amid police probe Politics

Report finds 'discrimination' against care homes contributed to deaths Politics

Criticism of SNP for creating 'potentially illegal vote' in October 2023 Politics

Veterans organisations in Scotland to share more than £2 million of fresh funds Health

Swinney defends Scottish Government's use of emergency powers during pandemic Politics

Sturgeon could face criminal charges over care home transfers, lawyer says Politics

FMQs: NHS Lothian Covid booster booking system facing ‘challenges’ Politics

MSPs join in protest after shock closure of community hospital Health

Majority of care homes inspected branded "weak" in monthly report Politics

SNP candidate Paul McLennan has won East Lothian Politics

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