Conviction rate data for cases of rape and attempted rape
- Law and order
10 November 2026
The Scottish Government
Programme for Government
Our Programme for Government sets out the actions we will take to 2031.
Bank holidays
Find out the dates of upcoming Scottish bank holidays.
Cost of living support
People in Scotland are being affected by the most severe economic crisis in a generation. Find out what help is available.
Publications
Agriculture Policy Development Group: terms of reference
- Farming and rural
10 November 2026
Place Directors: factsheet
- Communities and third sector
10 November 2026
Consultations
Modernising Revenue Scotland's tax administration framework – communications from Revenue Scotland to taxpayers: Consultation Analysis
- Public sector
10 November 2026
Household Recycling Code of Practice: consultation
- Environment and climate change
30 October 2026
Joint investigative interviewing of children - guidance: consultation
- Law and order
30 October 2026
News
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Avian Influenza Prevention Zone
Zone declared in Scotland.
Record number of Scottish babies breastfed
Greatest increases in most deprived areas.
Scotland’s first drug-checking service opens
New hub aims to help reduce drug deaths.
Statistics and research
Conviction rate data for cases of rape and attempted rape
- Research and analysis
10 November 2026
Impacts of digital media use on children and young people's mental health and wellbeing: evidence review
- Research and analysis
10 November 2026
Council Tax Reduction: local authority tables and charts - April 2013 to September 2026
- Statistics
10 November 2026
About government
First Minister
As head of the Scottish Government, the First Minister is responsible for the overall development, implementation and presentation of the administration's policies and for promoting and representing Scotland at home and overseas.
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The Scottish Government is made up of: