Publications

John Swinney MSP accepts nomination as First Minister of Scotland

Statement given by John Swinney MSP to the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 7 May 2024.

Type: Speech/statement
Date: 07 May 2024

Part of:: First Minister's speeches

Local government finance circular 4/2024: Green Freeports Non-Domestic Rates relief and income retention

This guidance is to assist local authorities in respect of Green Freeports Non-Domestic Rates relief and Non-Domestic Rates income retention. It is composed of two parts, the first on relief and the second on income retention.

Type: Advice and guidance
Date: 07 May 2024

Part of:: Local government finance circulars

Standards in Scotland's Schools etc. Act 2000: statutory guidance

Statutory guidance covering provisions under the Education (Scotland) Act 2016 which amend the Standards in Scotland’s Schools etc. Act 2000.

Type: Advice and guidance
Date: 07 May 2024

Pupil projections and implications for teacher resourcing needs: education workforce modelling and research

An external report considering population projections and potential implications for education workforce resources in Scotland. This independent analysis is intended to support engagement with partners on workforce planning that enables delivery of key commitments while maximising value for money.

Type: Research and analysis
Date: 07 May 2024

Scottish procurement policy handbook

This handbook provides guidance on the rules and policies that apply to the procurement activities of public bodies in Scotland and highlights some key legal obligations.

Type: Advice and guidance
Date: 07 May 2024