When it comes to local government, creativity will be key to proving Scotland can go it alone

If the SNP wants to devolve as much power as possible to the lowest possible level, and prove that Scotland can stand on its own two feet, its local representatives will need to remove the word “can’t” from their vocabulary.

Confused about the local elections? Let me explain

ALL set for the council elections? We’re now less than three weeks away from the big day, so the candidates will be stepping up their campaigns, pounding the pavement and turning on the charm. But if they knocked on your door, would you know who they were? You might know which party you plan to