Politics

The prime minister said the 10-year deal would put 'funding in the hands of local people' to improve communities.

NFU Scotland says the Agriculture and Rural Communities (Scotland) Bill is a key step forward but policy detail now needs urgent attention.

Support for farmers and crofters to produce food more sustainably, work with nature and reduce emissions is at the heart of new draft legislation.

OUR new A96 danger rankings have sparked reaction and debate among readers, with local politicians also having weighed in.

HALF of Moray's schools will fully close on Tuesday (September 26) due to strikes, Moray Council has confirmed.

THE A96 section spanning Forres and Elgin, in 2019, was the trunk road's deadliest stretch throughout the last five years, we can reveal.

Farming Union NFU Scotland has joined calls for retailers to add country of origin to online food and drink shopping to boost Scottish sales.

A Holyrood committee wants to hear from workers in the north-east and Moray in the oil and gas industry ahead of its inquiry into a Just Transition.

COUNCILLORS urged to carry out extensive consultation.

Seed potato exports to NI restart from September 30 but Gordon MP told by DEFRA that exports not discussed with EU since March.

MR Leadbitter has been a councillor for the Elgin City South ward for over 16 years.

LITTLE mention of farming and food.

The Scottish Government has launched a consultation asking for views on its plans to accelerate nature restoration and regeneration in the country.

OUTCOMES from the ongoing A96 Corridor Review have been delayed further, a Scottish Government spokesperson has confirmed.

FIRST Minister Humza Yousaf failed to shed light of A96 dualling project during his "Programme for Government" announcement today (September 5).

WITH an update on the A96 dualling's fate looming, the Northern Scot has looked back at the Scottish Government's transport promises to Moray.

The farming union identifies five key areas for agriculture to take priority as Parliament returns and the Programme for Government is published.

ONE million bees in Scottish Parliament gardens.

THE "tireless work" of the "outstanding team" behind the m.connect project has been praised during the service's "official launch".

12 papers offering expert advice and analytical support to help consider future policy options available for Scotland have been published.