Scottish Government - Project Open Gov

The devolved government for Scotland.

Category: Devolution and constitution

Also used as: Scottish Government

Official website: Visit the Scottish Government

Last reviewed: 3 August 2026

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. It is responsible for policy and administration in devolved areas such as health, education, justice, transport and the environment in Scotland. It may appear in summaries involving devolution, legislative consent and UK-wide policy affecting Scotland.

Related terms

Devolved AdministrationA government in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland with powers transferred from Westminster.Office of the Secretary of State for ScotlandThe UK Government department representing Scotland’s interests in the UK Government and reserved UK matters in Scotland.Scottish ParliamentThe devolved legislature for Scotland.