The cabinet papers from the winter of 2010 told how “many” people had been left in a “potentially vulnerable position”

he 0.2% increase to Ofgem’s energy price cap will equate to a rise of about 28p

Two hill walkers who were ill-equipped to deal with the harsh weather conditions have been rescued from the Cairngorms.

Investors showing appetite for Scottish offices as prospects for returns improve

Christmas takings offered relief, but soaring business rates now threaten jobs and viability across Scotland’s hospitality sector.

Experts have been studying the runes to find out who wrote them - and why

“The baby box programme – the only one in the UK – shows our determination that every child, regardless of their circumstances, should get the best start in life."

A nurse and internationally renowned dementia expert has launched a new private service offering a "diagnosis package" for £2500.

Here are the 26 most exciting gigs, books, shows & exhibitions in Scotland in 2026

The New Year's Day Loony Dook has been going for almost 40 years - but the tradition started entirely by accident. Now, it is at the heart of Hogmanay.

Health Secretary Neil Gray said: “Flu is still circulating and we must remain vigilant, despite a decline in cases."

The Wee Waddle, a popular tourist attraction, will not be held for the "forseeable future" due to “an increased risk of avian influenza”.

A man is accused of having a stash of fake designer perfumes and aftershaves at his home.

A man is due in court following thefts in the days after Christmas.

An unnamed shop in the 'heart' of a Glasgow's Shawlands has gone up for sale.

The Scottish capital is hosting four days of new year festivities.

From covering the Sandie Peggie tribunal to diving deep into topics like the future of Edinburgh; our journalists have been on call from January to December.

Mountain resort Nevis Range says it contacted police after AI-generated images depicting violence against staff were posted online.

Thorntons Property highlights growing demand for bungalows as it reports rise in sales

Demonstrators attended a protest at the former Craigtay Hotel on Tuesday night after claims that the site was housing ‘illegal migrants’ appeared on social media.

Tressa Burke, who leads the Glasgow Disability Alliance, had been named in the New Year Honours List and was set to be made an MBE. 

Finance and Resources Convener Mandy Watt told The Herald that council tax cash helps to pay for "essential local services”.

Police officers were called to Watermill Road around 4.20 AM following reports of an injured man.

Jason Anderson, who was reported missing on 18 December, was last seen around 6pm on Friday, 12 December in Catrine.

The first warning comes into effect at 9pm on New Year’s Eve

Businesses in Edinburgh’s Grassmarket have raised the alarm over repeated power outages during the festive season.

A keen-eyed stargazer spotted the shooting star in Tuesday

A couple were subjected to a 'terrifying ordeal' when two masked men forced their way into a home late on Monday night.

Drugs with a street value of almost £80 million were seized across Scotland this year amid a crackdown on organised crime.

Huge crowds are expected after last year's celebrations were called off

A man has been arrested following "disorder" ahead of a football match between Hibernian and Aberdeen in Edinburgh.

Thousands of passengers faced hours of delays after the train operator cancelled all its London to Europe services on Tuesday

Rona Mackay spoke about her time at Holyrood since her election win in 2016

Billy Walker said it is time for distillers to stop talking the industry down

Rebellious Labour MP and Herald award winner Brian Leishman reflects on Westminster, party rebellion, class politics and why Labour needs more left-wing voices.

Labour MP Brian Leishman says more left-wing voices are needed in the party, arguing pressure from the parliamentary left has helped shift policy on welfare and child poverty.

Founder of family-owned Scotch whisky company underlines importance of 'resilience and long-term planning'

Should Scotland's economic relationship with Europe include defence co-operation?

Today's cartoon is on the story that the not proven verdict is to be abolished as justice reforms come into force. See the story here

Environmental journalist and author Tatiana Schlossberg, a granddaughter of President John F Kennedy, has died at age 35.

The Herald revealed has that a leading child abuse expert believed Angela Constance misrepresented her during a debate, despite the minister later insisting she did not.

The suspended groups include Doctors Without Borders, World Vision, CARE International, as well as other prominent aid organisations.

A yellow warning for snow and ice has been issued north of the Central Belt from 6am on New Year’s Day until 12am on 2 January.

A man has been charged after three women were allegedly sexually assaulted inside a Tesco in Springburn.

The public has been urged to contact the police with any information relating to the whereabouts of an absconded prisoner.

The long-time firefighter began his service at Springburn Community Fire Station in May 1979, before moving to Cowcaddens Community Fire Station in 1986.

The temporary restrictions will go into effect at 6pm on Wednesday and last until 2 am on Thursday morning,

Polling results show support for independence would take a 22% lead with the prospect of a Nigel Farage government in Westminster.

The Scottish capital's new year festivities are estimated to be worth almost £50m to the local economy.

Global outlines ambition to increase turnover to £500m within three years