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“Scots Language Funding Fails to Match Cultural Importance Amidst Record Uplift” As Scotland’s 2025-26 budget reveals an unprecedented £34 million increase for culture, a glaring discrepancy emerges in the allocation for the Scots Language Centre and Scots Language Education. While significant investments bolster the arts across the nation, the financial resources dedicated to the Scots…

Jasleen Kaur Crowned Turner Prize 2024 Winner In a night filled with celebration and artistic brilliance, Jasleen Kaur has been named the winner of the Turner Prize 2024. The prestigious accolade, valued at £25,000, was awarded during a vibrant ceremony at Tate Britain, hosted by the renowned actor James Norton and broadcast live on BBC…

Scotland Launches Consultation on Speed Limit Overhaul to Enhance Road Safety In a bold initiative to improve road safety across the nation, Transport Scotland has launched a comprehensive consultation aimed at revamping speed limits. The National Speed Management Review is seeking input from the public and stakeholders on proposed changes that could drastically alter the…

Land Commission’s New Leadership: A Chance for Local Voices to Thrive The Scottish Land Commission (SLC) is poised to make a significant impact on communities across Scotland, particularly those that speak Scots. With the recent appointments of Dr. Lucy Beattie, Dr. Calum MacLeod, and Robert Black as Tenant Farming Commissioners, a fresh vision emerges within…

Scotland Sets Sights on Hydrogen Dominance with New Export Plan Scotland has unveiled its ambitious hydrogen sector export plan, “A Trading Nation: Realising Scotland’s Hydrogen Potential – A Plan for Exports,” aimed at transforming the nation into a leading producer and exporter of renewable hydrogen by 2030. This announcement coincided with Acting Energy Secretary Gillian…

Scotland Launches Ambitious Plan to Combat Nature Emergency by 2030 Scotland has unveiled an ambitious Biodiversity Delivery Plan aimed at halting nature loss by 2030, marking a significant commitment to combat the biodiversity crisis. The plan, set to roll out from 2024 to 2030, consists of over a hundred actionable strategies designed to restore the…