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EXCLUSIVE: Fergus Ewing Runs In 2026 Election

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‘Scandalous’ plan to scrap A96 dualling opposed by 76 per cent of public

The public have overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to scrap full dualling of the A96, according to a government report.

Health Secretary refuses to rule out closure of Ward 4 mental health unit

Health Secretary Neil Gray has said he “can’t give any firm commitments” about stopping the closure of Elgin’s under-threat mental health ward.

Health Secretary warns that NHS Grampian escalation will mean ‘difficult decisions’

Scotland’s Health Secretary has defended the decision to place NHS Grampian one step away from direct government control, during a visit to Moray.

Elgin mum says having C-section at Dr Gray’s was ‘such a relief’

A first-time mum who gave birth at Dr Gray’s Hospital by caesarean said it was “such a relief” to avoid a long journey to Aberdeen while in labour.

Douglas Ross convenes Education Committee from Caribbean

The former Scottish Conservative leader faced calls to leave as some committee members branded his virtual attendance ‘farcical’.

‘I’ve always liked a good argument’ – Douglas Ross answers your questions

A Q&A with Moray-born politician Douglas Ross.

Douglas Ross MSP kicked out of Holyrood chamber

Douglas Ross MSP has been removed from the chamber at Holyrood for heckling First Minister John Swinney.

Douglas Ross explains ‘difficult vote’ on Assisted Dying Bill

A politician has described the assisted dying bill as ‘one of the most difficult’ he has had to make.

Conservatives unveil local farmer to contest north-east Holyrood seat

The Tories have selected a former councillor to lead their challenge in a north-east Holyrood seat.

‘We all deserve dignity’ - Why Moray’s MSP will vote in favour of the Assisted Dying Bill

Moray’s representative in the Scottish Parliament will vote for the Assisted Dying Bill on Tuesday.

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Moray Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Business minister Richard Lochhead hails a major ‘boost for Highland commuters and visitors’.

MP hopes new UK-India trade deal is ‘beginning of change’ for government’s support to Scotch whisky industry

The MP for Moray has welcomed news of a UK-India trade deal as a “win for whisky”.

PODCAST: North NHS compensation payments total £34m so we look at why

Listen to episode one of our brand new look at what is going on behind the headlines in Beyond the Briefing.

‘Get tough’ demand as MSP calls for removal of bus passes for those committing anti-social behaviour acts

Free bus passes should be removed from those who commit acts of anti-social behaviour while using them.

SNP unveil latest candidate to fight for Holyrood seat

A former Keith woman has been unveiled as the latest candidate to the Moray seat at Holyrood.

SSEN ‘investigative’ work continues along controversial Highland super-pylon lines prior to planning consent

Energy giant SSEN is continuing investigative work along the controversial super-pylon route stretching from Caithness to Peterhead through Beauly.

Politics

EXCLUSIVE: Fergus Ewing Runs In 2026 Election

‘Scandalous’ plan to scrap A96 dualling opposed by 76 per cent of public

‘Scandalous’ plan to scrap A96 dualling opposed by 76 per cent of public

Health Secretary refuses to rule out closure of Ward 4 mental health unit

Health Secretary refuses to rule out closure of Ward 4 mental health unit

Health Secretary warns that NHS Grampian escalation will mean ‘difficult decisions’

Health Secretary warns that NHS Grampian escalation will mean ‘difficult decisions’

Elgin mum says having C-section at Dr Gray’s was ‘such a relief’

Elgin mum says having C-section at Dr Gray’s was ‘such a relief’

Douglas Ross convenes Education Committee from Caribbean

Douglas Ross convenes Education Committee from Caribbean

‘I’ve always liked a good argument’ – Douglas Ross answers your questions

‘I’ve always liked a good argument’ – Douglas Ross answers your questions

Douglas Ross MSP kicked out of Holyrood chamber

Douglas Ross MSP kicked out of Holyrood chamber

Douglas Ross explains ‘difficult vote’ on Assisted Dying Bill

Douglas Ross explains ‘difficult vote’ on Assisted Dying Bill

Conservatives unveil local farmer to contest north-east Holyrood seat

Conservatives unveil local farmer to contest north-east Holyrood seat

‘We all deserve dignity’ - Why Moray’s MSP will vote in favour of the Assisted Dying Bill

‘We all deserve dignity’ - Why Moray’s MSP will vote in favour of the Assisted Dying Bill

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Moray Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Moray Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

MP hopes new UK-India trade deal is ‘beginning of change’ for government’s support to Scotch whisky industry

MP hopes new UK-India trade deal is ‘beginning of change’ for government’s support to Scotch whisky industry

PODCAST: North NHS compensation payments total £34m so we look at why

PODCAST: North NHS compensation payments total £34m so we look at why

‘Get tough’ demand as MSP calls for removal of bus passes for those committing anti-social behaviour acts

‘Get tough’ demand as MSP calls for removal of bus passes for those committing anti-social behaviour acts

SNP unveil latest candidate to fight for Holyrood seat

SNP unveil latest candidate to fight for Holyrood seat

SSEN ‘investigative’ work continues along controversial Highland super-pylon lines prior to planning consent

SSEN ‘investigative’ work continues along controversial Highland super-pylon lines prior to planning consent

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