Scottish Budget set to be passed by Holyrood
(World News UK)

The Scottish Government´s tax and spending plans for 2019-20 are to be formally approved by Holyrood on Thursday, thanks to a deal between SNP ministers and Green MSPs. Finance Secretary Derek Mackay reached an agreement with the Greens last month that will enable his Budget to pass through the Scottish Parliament. The controversial arrangement will mean local authorities can raise council tax by almost 5% in the coming year, with councils also being given powers to introduce a workplace parking levy or a new tourist tax on hotel stays. Speaking ahead of Thursday´s...