First Minister address to the nation
20 Mar 2020
The Scottish Government
The Scottish Government
Coronavirus
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Scotland.
Get information on our response to the coronavirus outbreak, including test numbers in Scotland, health and travel advice.
"We have already put in place the most ambitious climate legislation and targets of any country. This Budget will help deliver on that world-leading ambition."
Public Finance Minister Kate Forbes
Scottish Budget
We have set out our spending and tax plans for 2020 to 2021.
These plans include investing in public services and ending Scotland’s contribution to climate change.
EU Exit (Brexit)
Scotland voted to remain in the European Union.
Find out more about the Scottish Government's position on EU Exit.
Topics
Look for a policy using keywords or filtering by available topic areas.
Publications
Race equality action plan: year two progress update
- Equality and rights
20 Mar 2020
Coronavirus - school and ELC closures: guidance on critical childcare and learning provision for key workers
- Education
- Coronavirus in Scotland
- Children and families
20 Mar 2020
Consultations
Deposit return scheme for Scotland: accompanying statement
- Environment and climate change
16 Mar 2020
Wild wrasse harvesting: consultation
- Business, industry and innovation
- Communities and third sector
- Economy
- Marine and fisheries
13 Mar 2020
Amendments to the Animal Health Act 1981: consultation analysis
- Farming and rural
12 Mar 2020
News
Get all the latest news from gov.scot…
Subscribe
20 Mar 2020 20:01
Treasury wage support welcome
More support for sick and unemployed needed.
20 Mar 2020 19:37
Pubs, cafes and more told to close
Closure to apply immediately.
20 Mar 2020 18:13
First Minister address to the nation
"COVID-19 is the biggest challenge of our lifetimes."
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.
How government works
The Scottish Government is made up of:
Scottish Government on
Flickr
Scottish Government on
YouTube
Scottish Government on
Twitter