Europe

Concern that UK Government could consider international exchange programme for England only.

UK Government urged again to guarantee EU students can complete courses in Scotland.

New report brings together views on EU exit.

Views from stakeholders across Scotland on leaving the EU and our response.

Call for UK Government to accept responsibility after some EU citizens denied a vote

Information highlighting the impact of the EU in Scotland.

FM outlines path forward amid ‘broken status quo’. 

A toolkit to support EU citizens who wish to stay in Scotland.

Stay in Scotland campaign – open letter from the First Minister of Scotland.

Our response to the UK Migration Advisory Committee call for evidence on the shortage occupation list.

Response to the UK Migration Advisory Committee call for evidence on the shortage occupation list summarises skills shortages within health and social care sector in Scotland, and details the contribution of international workers.

Our latest understanding of what Brexit would mean for Scotland's further and higher education sectors, and what we as a responsible government are doing to mitigate these risks.

Scotland and Wales unite to voice dismay at UK Government’s approach.

Executive summary of debut report by the independent Expert Advisory Group on Migration and Population about how the ending of free movement and future UK Immigration policy will affect Scotland's devolved responsibilities.

Debut report by independent Expert Advisory Group on Migration and Population looks specifically at how the ending of free movement and future UK Immigration policy will affect Scotland's devolved responsibilities.

Illustration of the potential impact that a no-deal Brexit - leaving the EU on the 29th March 2019 without a transition period or agreement on any future trade deal and wider economic relationship - could have on the Scottish economy over the next 12-24 months.

Warning that ‘no deal’ will harm Scotland’s economy.

First Minister: UK Brexit deal is ‘self-defeating.’

This Brexit readiness assessment summarises the risks to business of a no-deal Brexit and captures the views of over 80 businesses and trade associations.

Scotland must have say in determining quota and effort limits.

Our assessment of the UK Government's proposed future relationship with the EU.

EU trade and agreements worth £16.4 billion to Scotland.

Scottish Parliament to have a vote.

Our latest analysis of the implications for Scotland’s science and research if the UK exits the European Union.

This paper sets out our position following the result of the EU Referendum.

Constitutional Relations Secretary: rural Scotland ‘hit hardest’.

Continued EU membership worth billions to the Scottish economy.

Expert group to explore Scotland’s migration needs.

Terms of departure still not agreed.

Constitutional Relations Secretary calls for end to 'Brexit brinkmanship'.

Stark figures show impact of Brexit on education workforce.

Letter to Home Secretary

External Affairs Secretary: “UK plans fall short and harm economy."

Provides estimated numbers and specific roles of EU staff in Scotland's social care workforce.

Contribution to Brexit White Paper.

Scottish and Welsh Ministers outline concerns over White Paper.

Public consultation launched.

Report setting out our position on the importance of maintaining a close relationship with the EU in relation to security, law enforcement and criminal justice.

New paper highlights challenges faced by Scottish law enforcement.

Minister says outcome shows contempt for democracy

First Minister urges House of Commons to amend EU Withdrawal Bill

Meeting with Chief EU Negotiator.

Call for child exemption from post-Brexit fees.

EU countries ‘want closer engagement with Scotland’.

The fund helped to ensure that a range of voices could be heard to inform the Scottish Government’s position in relation to EU exit.

Response to publication of UK Government amendments.

Parliament vote to protect devolution.

First Ministers of Scotland and Wales outline risks to devolution.

“No safeguards” to protect devolution.

Russell: ‘clock ticking on Scotland's future’.

Farming at risk.

Hyslop: £2bn annual exports at risk due to Brexit.

EU migrant workforce is ‘essential’.

FM: urgent discussion needed on EU negotiation objectives.

Impact on jobs and living standards should be known.

Call for UK Government to respect devolution.

Representing Scotland in Brussels.

Jobs and living standards must come first.

This paper presents the latest analysis by the Scottish Government of the implications for Scotland’s economy if the UK exits the European Union.

Summary of Scotland’s place in Europe: people, jobs and investment, which presents implications for Scotland’s economy if the UK exits the European Union.

First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, launches Scotland's Place in Europe: People, Jobs and Investment.

EU Withdrawal Bill incompatible with devolution.

Information on the Scottish Government's position on EU citizens' rights with links to further information and advice for those affected by Brexit.

First Minister to address UN Climate Change Conference in Germany.

Clarity needed on withdrawal from EU.

EU workers’ positive contribution to economy.

"We will not sign a blank cheque."

Devolved administrations should see economic impact reports.  

Europol chief highlights importance of Scottish policing to Europe.

Projections show impact of EU migration fall.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

The Minister for UK Negotiations on Scotland’s Place in Europe addresses Europa Institute on Scotland's place in Europe.

Importance of continued access to EU market shown.

47% of exports are to EU.

Ewing: vital we establish funding guarantee parameters.

First Minister to visit Dublin.

Brexit highlights need for deeper Nordic and Baltic cooperation.

Business leaders discuss effects of migration.

EU Withdrawal Bill talks continue.

Ewing: Future planning virtually impossible.

Scottish Government says devolution must be defended.  

First Minister outlines government backing to increase exports.

First Ministers of Wales and Scotland agree actions to counter serious risks to devolution.

Scottish and Welsh Ministers warn progress is being put at risk. 

EU fundamental to continued development of creative sector.

Scotland’s Place in Europe – correspondence with the UK Government

Minister for UK Negotiations for Scotland's Place in Europe, Michael Russell, delivers a speech to Scottish Parliament.

Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Tourism and External Affairs Fiona Hyslop's opening speech from debate on Scotland's Place in Europe.