A call handler says he was told to threaten Scottish Power customers with enforcement, even over mistaken bills.

No-shows and performers pulling out in recent weeks have resulted in a significant drop in income.

The first minister's latest Covid warning and a plan to keep schools open make Scotland's front pages.

Nicola Sturgeon says the "tsunami" of cases she warned about a week ago is now starting to hit.

Avian flu has left a reserve on the Solway Coast dealing with "unprecedented" numbers of dead geese.

One of the last Scots who was an eyewitness to the horrors of the Holocaust has died at the age of 97.

A plaque, unveiled outside a home in Lerwick just weeks ago, is moved after a complaint from the owner.

The bespoke train has begun its first trial runs on the city's underground rail network.

The rare rock crystal item was part of treasures unearthed in a Galloway field by a metal detectorist.

It comes amid reports of some people queuing for up to five hours for jabs in Edinburgh.

The hike for both peak and off-peak tickets is the highest annual increase since 2013.

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

The restrictions are being reviewed on a daily basis due to the rapid rise in cases of the Omicron variant.

The government says shops should introduce greater physical distancing and encourages bars to bring back table service.

Will travel to Scotland from England be banned over Christmas? This and other questions answered.

Based on past vaccination efforts offering and delivering boosts to all adults by the end of December will be challenging.

Swabs from PCR tests can help identify omicron, but genetic analysis is needed to confirm it.

Booster campaigns are being brought forward across the UK, over fears about the Omicron variant.

The scheme, which applies to nightclubs and large events, came into effect in October.

All children aged 12 to 15 are being offered two doses of Covid vaccine.

Vaccine passports, boosters and lateral flow tests - your questions answered on the first minister's Covid update.

The BBC's James Cook finds businesses struggling with supplies, recruitment and rising prices.

Nicola Sturgeon has asked the public to take action to slow the spread of the Omicron variant.

The Scottish government says it could not afford to compensate businesses hit by stricter rules.

Experts are investigating why the birds are dying but they believe it is unlikely to be avian flu.

The Woodland Trust honour goes to a tree from southern Scotland for the second year in a row.

BBC Scotland's Angie Brown takes a seat on an Edinburgh bench where people are urged to chat to tackle loneliness.

Nicola Sturgeon has urged people to stay at home as much as they can as the "tsunami" of Omicron cases starts to hit.

Strictly Come Dancing's Rose Ayling Ellis has helped shine a light on sign language users like Phoebe.

Dozens of dead or seriously ill birds have been found on beaches in recent days

The SNP retain control of Moray Council after a tied vote on its administration went to the cutting of playing cards.

The 600ft chimney at the former Longannet power station has been demolished in an explosion.

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou sympathises with fans over the "challenging" decision of whether to attend Sunday's League Cup final.

Rangers are linked with Galatasaray's Olimpiu Morutan as a replacement for Ianis Hagi while Aberdeen eye a renewed bid for St Mirren's Jamie McGrath.

Scotland's Willy Borland marks his debut with stunning nine-darter to beat England's Bradley Brooks in the first round of the PDC World Darts Championship.

St Mirren suspend training after "a number" of positive Covid-19 tests - but say their upcoming games will go ahead "as it stands".

Andy Murray looks sharp as he beats old rival Rafael Nadal in straight sets at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship, an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi.