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[Scottish Government @scotgov]

First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Coalsnaughton to hear about work to support residents evacuated from their homes, due to ground movements.

We will continue to meet regularly with Clackmannanshire Council to provide support where and when it is required.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Our tax system must be fair, progressive and sustainable to:
•protect public services
•support those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis
•help build a stronger economy for Scotland.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Work is underway to introduce:

•Private Jet Tax from 2028
•Mansion Tax - two new Council Tax bands for homes worth more than £1 million.

Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth spoke about how our approach to tax must continue to be based on fairness.

Watch for more.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

We are reducing long waits, improving access and strengthening primary care, across the NHS.

Health Secretary, Angela Constance spoke earlier today about how she wants to protect, renew and reform our most precious national asset.

Watch for more.

[Glasgow 2026 @Glasgow_2026]

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#Glasgow2026

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

We are helping schools create better environments for learning.

Education Secretary @MairiMcAllan visited James Gillespie’s High School to hear about their phone free policy.

Find out more: https://t.co/F4CnScJVHS

[Met Office @metoffice]

⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️

Thunderstorms across parts of Scotland

Tuesday 15:00 – 22:00

Latest info 👉 https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs

Stay #WeatherAware⚠️

[Traffic Scotland @trafficscotland]

⚠️YELLOW WEATHER WARNING⚠️

The @metoffice has issued a YELLOW weather alert for ⛈️THUNDERSTORMS⛈️ today across parts of Scotland.

It is in effect from 3pm until 10pm today (Tuesday 02/06)

Please #TakeCare on the roads this evening.

Details: https://t.co/Vep7PWqfT2

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

"In the Scottish Government, we believe so passionately that every single child should get the best start in life."

Cabinet Secretary @MairiMcAllan sets out her priorities and how we can achieve this.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

We are calling on the UK Government to give Scotland full control over its energy.

This will allow Scotland's energy wealth to be used to help Scottish households, communities and businesses.

Watch for more.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

We are supporting private renters and first-time buyers.

Housing Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville sets out her priorities in the first 100 days of this government.

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[WaterSafetyScotland @WaterSafetyScot]

Heading down to the beach, loch, or river with your pals? Look after yourself and your mates in the water to make sun-filled memories.

Learn about Cold water shock here: https://t.co/9qmUkaNQJN

#DrowningPrevention

[Scottish Fire and Rescue Service @fire_scot]

There is a very high risk of wildfires in Eastern Scotland from Friday, 29 May to Monday, 1 June.

Taking simple steps can help reduce the risk and prevent severe damage.

Learn more - https://t.co/XTUmuJf3e2

#NoHarmlessFires

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

We want to help people buy their first home.

First Minister @JohnSwinney explains how first-time buyers in Scotland could get up to £10,000 to help them get on the property ladder.

Watch for more.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Every child deserves the best start in life.

Quality early learning is at the heart of this.

Accessible childcare also helps parents and carers to work, or study.

We are committed to extending childcare support to every child from nine months old to the end of primary school.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

We're supporting first-time buyers.

Through our First Homes Fund, eligible first-time buyers will receive up to £10,000 towards their home.

Find out more: https://t.co/eh1xb7RrLs

[Scottish Fire and Rescue Service @fire_scot]

🔥There is a very high risk of wildfires in this area on Thursday, 28 May.

Wildfires have the potential to destroy property, landscapes and wildlife. Taking simple precautions can help prevent devastating damage.

🔗Learn more - https://t.co/IOZ2VijyXs

#NoHarmlessFires

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

The Scottish Parliament has voted to back calls for a referendum on Scottish independence.

First Minister @JohnSwinney calls for UK Government to agree a Section 30 order.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Prosperity, security and fairness drive our vision for Scotland's future.

First Minister @JohnSwinney has committed to:

• expand cost of living support
• strengthen public services
• drive forward economic innovation
• deliver a fresh start with independence

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

The Scottish Government will help drive a bold and ambitious agenda to support Scotland’s industrial heartlands, Economy Secretary Stephen Flynn has said.

He met former workers of Grangemouth refinery and Mossmorran plant and visited @CRL_UK which is creating nearly 150 jobs.