A national test of the Emergency Alerts system will take place on Sunday 7 September at 3pm. Find out more at

From 1 September, the Scottish Government will scrap @ScotRail peak rail fares. This helps keep more money in your pocket and it’s good for the planet too.

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Over 350,000 Baby Boxes filled with essential items have been delivered across Scotland, saving parents around £400. To mark the 8th anniversary of the programme, First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Western Isles Hospital to deliver the Box to expectant parents. Watch now

RT @ScotGovEdu: Apprentices support people of all ages with the skills required to forge a rewarding career. Further Education Minister @G….

First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Lewis and North and South Uist. Island communities play a key role in delivering on our priorities of. 🔵growing the economy.🔵eradicating child poverty.🔵tackling the climate emergency.🔵high quality and sustainable public services. Watch now

RT @scotgovhealth: New figures show the risk of dying from cancer for people living in Scotland is at the lowest on record. Public Health….

First Minister @JohnSwinney opened Newton Tree Nursery, near Elgin, this week. The new £26 million facility will help grow more trees for Scotland's national forests and land. It will help to tackle the climate emergency, while also supporting the rural economy. Watch for more.

We're celebrating the 8th anniversary of Scotland's Baby Box!. Our Baby Boxes are a welcome gift for every baby born in Scotland. Getting a Baby Box is simple – all you need to do is be registered with a midwife and live in Scotland. Find out more:

RT @ScotGovFM: On #VJDay80, we remember with pride and gratitude those who served during the Second World War. First Minister @JohnSwinne….

We've announced £2.5 million in funding to support regeneration projects across Scotland. Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes announced the funding at a formerly vacant department store in Huntly which has been transformed into a community and enterprise hub. Watch for more.

RT @metoffice: ⚠️ Yellow weather warnings updated⚠️. Thunderstorms across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Today until 2200. Latest info 👉 ht….

RT @culturescotgov: Culture Secretary @AngusRobertson attended the launch of this year's Made in Scotland showcase, which features 16 shows….

RT @ScotGovNetZero: Preserving Scotland's maritime history, now, and for future generations. Climate Action Secretary @GillianMSP confirme….

The 2024-25 Government Expenditure and Revenue Scotland statistics are published. Figures show that Scotland's devolved revenue grew by 9.7%. Related statistics also show that Scotland’s public finances are better than many other parts of the UK. ➡

The 2024-25 Government Expenditure and Revenue Scotland statistics are published. Figures show that Scotland's devolved revenue grew by 9.7%. Related statistics also show that Scotland’s public finances are better than many other parts of the UK. ➡

RT @fire_scot: A very high risk of wildfire is in place for areas of Scotland from 13-19 August. Please be mindful of your surroundings and….

RT @metoffice: ⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️. Thunderstorms across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thursday 0000 – 2200. Latest info 👉….

RT @metoffice: ⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️. Thunderstorms across Scotland. Wednesday 1400 – 2359. Latest info 👉 .

RT @ScotGovFM: First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Rascals Cafe in Perth, a social enterprise rehabilitating people who have been in prison….

RT @ScotGovFM: First Minister @JohnSwinney was honoured to be the Salute Taker at the 75th anniversary of the @EdinburghTattoo. Joined by….