Herald Scotland
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100'Discomfort' and 'uncertainty': Students back striking lecturers at Scots university
Members of the University and College Union (UCU) have taken part in industrial action throughout the spring and early summer.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:34:16 +0100Strikes avoided at another Scottish airport as pay deal reached
Potential strike action at a Scottish airport has been avoided after 'significant' improvements to pay and terms was agreed
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:04:33 +0100Donald Trump says Iran deal 'all signed' but doubts expressed over Israel stance
U.S President Donald Trump has arrived at the G7 meeting in France, as doubts begin to emerge over a peace deal with Iran
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:47:38 +0100Hunterston battery storage plant to go ahead as construction date set
Construction of a new battery storage plant at Hunterston is expected to begin later this year after the company behind it committed to funding
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:34:50 +0100Renewable energy company sells all of North Sea windfarm shares at a discount
An renewable energy company has sold the entirety of its stake in a North Sea wind farm as it looks to cut debts
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:17:06 +0100Appeal to trace experienced hillwalker who went missing from Ayrshire train station
A woman has gone missing from Ayrshire after setting out to walk from the UK's highest railway station to Fort William
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:44:27 +0100Police Scotland address online misinformation following assault in Arbroath
Police have issued a correction after reports online falsely linked an assault in Arbroath to an illegal immigrant
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:33:00 +0100Regulator sounds alarm over ScotGov funding of roads maintenance
The UK's business regulator has warned that stop-start government funding is holding back Scotland's roads and railways by creating uncertainty that drives up costs and undermines major projects.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100Standards Commission referred to ombudsman in ongoing row over censured councillor
Morningside councillor Marie-Clair Munro was censured for failing to declare a non-financial interest during discussion about traffic calming measures.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100Edinburgh book festival to expand into 17th century venue for new music events
New collaborations between musicians and writers from Scotland, India and Japan will be showcased in historic site.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100EU expert gives verdict on European attitudes to Scotland ten years after Brexit vote
European governments are currently "fearful" of Scottish independence amid the turmoil of global events, according to a prominent EU expert as she gave her assessment of the current political situation ten years after the Brexit vote.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Murky affair': Murrell paid off £112k on motorhome day before Salmond probe
Peter Murrell paid off a £112,050 balance on the purchase of a luxury campervan the day before he appeared before a Holyrood inquiry examining a botched probe into Alex Salmond, it can be revealed.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:35:00 +0100Meet man leading Royal Highland Show home's drive to be top UK live music venue
Meet the man leading the Royal Highland Show home's drive to become a top UK live music venue as he gives his take on Chappell Roan gig
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100Edinburgh book festival: Nicola Sturgeon, Liz Lloyd and Q Manivannan to appear
Gordon Brown, Jeremy Hunt and former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin will join John Grisham, Juno Dawson, Mark Haddon and Ann Patchett at Scotland's biggest literary celebration.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100I tried Scottish distillery's 200th anniversary whisky with man who filled the cask
“Before you take a sip, hold your glass up to your ear, and you’ll hear the sea,” jokes distillery manager Malcolm Waring as he beams like a proud parent in front of some truly special bottles.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100Energy bill warning as one in three now fear falling behind ahead of price hike
A third of UK adults are already in energy debt or fear falling behind, with some skipping meals and turning to food banks ahead of a July bill increase.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0100Audit reveals £20k fund gifted to Scottish school has never been distributed
A £20,000 donation left by a former pupil to help struggling students at Milne’s High School has remained untouched for more than eight years.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0100Traditional fiddle legend Aly Bain named recipient of 2026 Edinburgh Award
Scottish fiddle icon Aly Bain has been named the recipient of the 2026 Edinburgh Award in recognition of his extraordinary contribution to music and culture.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:49:26 +0100First Minister says tariff removal is major win for Scotch whisky exports
First Minister John Swinney has welcomed the removal of US tariffs on Scotch whisky, describing the move as a major opportunity for one of Scotland's important industries.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:12:21 +0100Inverness man receives long service award from Lymphoma Action charity
An Inverness volunteer who has spent more than five years helping people affected by lymphoma has been recognised with a long service award.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:48:47 +0100Police appeal after five-figure cash haul stolen from ATM in Livingston break-in
Police are investigating after thieves stole a five-figure sum from an ATM during a break-in at a premises in Livingston in the early hours of Monday morning.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:35:22 +0100Police appeal for information after woman hurt during late-night house robbery
A 63-year-old woman was left injured and "extremely shaken" after three masked intruders forced their way into her home in Coalburn near the B7078.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:52:12 +0100Glasgow and Edinburgh see electricity surge during Scotland World Cup match
Electricity demand surged across parts of Glasgow and Edinburgh during Scotland's World Cup victory.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:22:41 +0100Teacher who had baby with her ex-pupil claimed sex was to give him 'confidence boost'
A Glasgow teacher who became pregnant and had a baby with a former pupil has been removed from the teaching register. The General Teaching Council for Scotland found her unfit to teach due to serious professional boundary breaches.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:11:52 +0100New asbestos and rot discoveries raise concerns over Kilmarnock theatre costs
Previously unidentified asbestos and rot have been discovered during redevelopment works at Kilmarnock's Palace Theatre and Grand Hall, prompting concerns.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Scots property group snaps up 'prime' Edinburgh New Town site for £2.55m
Westerwood chief says fundamentals of Scottish market are strong despite global uncertainty
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0100'Another win': Strikes averted as 400 airport staff agree pay deal with management
"This result was only achieved by the workers being prepared to take strike action if necessary to get what they deserved."
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:40:28 +0100TV star reveals ITV 'in talks' to revive hugely popular series after 17 years away
Gordon Ramsay has revealed he is talking to ITV over a potential reboot of his iconic series Hell's Kitchen, which has not aired since 2009.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0100I'm following Scotland fans to the 2026 FIFA World Cup - all coverage here
I'd trade all the countless cold, wet nights at Hampden for the excitement that is building right now, and I can't wait to get in among the fans across the Atlantic.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0100Win a £100 Aldi voucher with The Herald - here is how
The Herald readers have the chance to win a £100 Aldi voucher. Pick up Wednesday's paper for full details on how to enter.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100'I love spicy Sichuan food, and here's where to find the best in Glasgow'
David Cleary is the head chef at Five March in Glasgow, a restaurant renowned for its flavourful seasonal small plates. This week, he takes on our Q&A.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:27:11 +0100Another Scottish private school closes amid VAT and cost pressures
Drumduan School in Forres will close within weeks, the latest Scottish private to shut after VAT on fees, rising costs and falling rolls hit the sector.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:06:04 +0100Business boost predicted as Commonwealth Games kick off in July
Planning ahead will be crucial to maximise the benefits, organisers say
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:21:49 +0100Sports minister visits Glasgow as Commonwealth Games preparation ramps up
The UK Government's sports minister paid a visit to Glasgow on Monday ahead of this summer's Commonwealth Games
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:47:54 +0100Palestine Action 'unlawful' ban verdict overturned on appeal
A High Court ruling which declared the decision to proscribe Palestine Action as a terror group has been overturned on appeal
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:28:51 +0100Football pitches across Glasgow to receive near £1.7m upgrade
Football pitches and changing rooms across Glasgow are set to be upgraded using almost £1.7m of cash from housing developers.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:27:16 +0100Newsquest Scotland editor-in-chief to receive honorary doctorate in Glasgow
The editor-in-chief of Newsquest Scotland is to receive an honorary doctorate from Glasgow Caledonian University.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:47:32 +0100Kaye Adams to host Scottish Podcast Awards alongside comedian
Broadcaster Kaye Adams believes podcasts are no longer on the fringes of the media landscape as it was announced that she and stand-up comedian Marc Jennings will host the inaugural Scottish Podcast Awards this month
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:26:35 +0100Scotland’s children's commissioner hits out at Starmer over teen social media ban
Scotland's children's commissioner has condemned Keir Starmer’s UK social media ban, warning it lacks evidence and could drive vulnerable young people into riskier, unregulated areas of the internet while failing to hold tech platforms accountable.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:23:00 +0100Owner of award-winning bakery empire 'heartbroken' over stepping away from business
Emily Cuddeford and Rachel Morgan began baking together in 2011 before launching the award-winning Twelve Triangles in 2015.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:20:12 +0100Glasgow Airport strikes averted after workers agree pay deal
Strike action at Glasgow Airport during the summer holidays has been averted after new pay deals were reached
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:45:00 +0100UK pest control company at risk of closing after 3 years as it enters administration
UK pest and bird control company, LPPC Environmental Ltd, which trades as Pest Control Aberdeenshire, has fallen into administration.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:39:34 +0100Refugee World Cup tournament will bring 50 nations to Glasgow
Hundreds of footballers from around the world will visit Glasgow next week as part of the Refugee World Cup
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:40:57 +0100Scottish Government must not 'shirk responsibility' over Rosebank approval
Scottish ministers are being told they must not “shirk responsibility” for the “enormous damage” the planned Rosebank oil and gas field would cause
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:13:05 +0100Keir Starmer to ban under-16s from social media in 'big moment for our country'
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced a landmark social media ban for under-16s. The restrictions will target platforms like TikTok and Instagram, alongside AI chatbots and online gaming communication features.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:45:11 +0100Historic Edinburgh hall to close over winter after backlash to coal fire heating
Environmental concerns will see part of a building in Edinburgh closed over the winter, because it can only be heated by fireplaces
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100Volcano conference taking place in Scotland has warning for world leaders
A conference which will take place in Scotland this week will call for governments around the world to reassess their response to large volcanic eruptions
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:23:46 +0100UK 'ready to support' Iran peace deal as agreement reached to end the war
Sir Keir Starmer says the UK is "ready to support" the implementation of a peace deal between the United States and Iran
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100John Swinney accused of 'pandering to Nicola Sturgeon' over Supreme Court ruling
John Swinney has been accused of 'pandering' to Nicola Sturgeon over plans to take a 'domestic approach' to new watchdog guidance on the Supreme Court ruling.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Labour insiders fear party on course to lose deposit in Aberdeen South by-election
Labour insiders fear a historic humiliation in the Aberdeen South by-election, with internal polling predicting a total collapse in support.