Herald Scotland

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Cases of AI-linked academic misconduct soar as 342 found guilty at leading university
The institution penalised at least 342 students for AI-linked academic misconduct between the 2022/23 and 2024/25 academic years.

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Uncosted and unclear: Is the SNP's flagship schools policy already falling apart?
Scottish Government plans to increase teachers' contact time are supposed to come into force next year, but most of the detail is still missing.

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
UK ministers admit no talks with Scotland on impact of Trump's NHS drugs deal
UK ministers have confirmed no direct talks with Scotland's Health Secretary over the potential impact of Donald Trump's medicines deal on NHS Scotland.

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 04:42:00 +0000
‘Downward spiral we urgently need to address’: Retail chief in high street warning
The managing director of a historic Scottish retail chain has warned of an 'urgent need' to halt the decline of the country’s high streets.

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 04:40:00 +0000
‘Inflation on these islands has dwarfed that of our neighbours’
SNP says ‘countries across Europe would give their right arm for the energy resources Scotland is blessed with’ as it makes Ireland case

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 04:30:00 +0000
Glasgow ‘hasn’t had its fair share’ from UK Budget, council leader says
Glasgow City Council leader Ricky Bell says the city did not get its fair share from the UK Budget as he calls for greater regional powers

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 04:30:00 +0000
Democrats have rattled the AI boom – but can they really afford to stop it?
AI stocks have stumbled as Democrats target America's data centre boom. But stopping the build-out could carry a heavy economic price

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 06:14:00 +0000
Scones of destiny: Food and travel experts on where to get the top scones in Scotland
We share the best spots around Scotland to find a perfect scone, with recommendations from top chefs and bakers, travel experts, foodies and scone aficionados.

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Help us ensure there is a book under every tree this Christmas
A great book at Christmas stays with you long after the wrapping paper is cleared up.

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Almost 7,000 A&E patients treated in corridors at crisis-hit health board
In under 18 months, NHS Ayrshire and Arran treated almost 7,000 patients in corridors due to overcrowding in A&E, The Herald reveals.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 20:27:20 +0000
Netflix Dept Q crew member dies after being found injured at Edinburgh studio
A crew member working on Netflix drama Dept Q has died at an Edinburgh film studio. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:29:10 +0000
Multiple casualties after fire crews rushed to Glasgow building amid rescue operation
Multiple casualties reported as four fire appliances and police officers are attending a fire at a building near Ibrox in Glasgow's Southside amid reports of a rescue operation.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:05:07 +0000
Man arrested after police with riot shields descend on Glasgow street
A man has been arrested after police descended on Maryhill Road in Glasgow, with six vans and officers carrying riot shields spotted near a school.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 17:10:23 +0000
Scottish Tories demand election pledge amid fears of foreign interference
Russell Findlay has challenged rival parties to guarantee council election candidates can permanently remain in the UK amid fears of foreign interference.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:21:34 +0000
Met Police opens investigation into David Walliams after sexual offences allegations
The Metropolitan Police has launched an investigation into David Walliams after a number of allegations of serious sexual offences

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:21:57 +0000
Glasgow visitor levy cash could be used to tackle crime and clean up city centre
Glasgow City Council plans to use money from its new visitor levy to improve city centre safety, tackle graffiti and support a proposed police hub.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:15:00 +0000
Scottish Government to fund pilot mentoring programme for high school headteachers
Recent research has raised concerns about the pressure on school leaders and the lack of support available to them.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:57:51 +0000
Police end active inquiry into Fife teenager who vanished nearly 30 years ago
Police Scotland has concluded its active inquiry into the disappearance of Kenneth Jones, who vanished from Glenrothes in 1998 aged 18.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:50:44 +0000
Scottish recruitment firm axes 90 jobs amid ‘marked slowdown in hiring activity’
A major recruitment company has reduced staff numbers by 90 amid a 'marked slowdown in hiring activity'

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:41:27 +0000
Major route closed in both directions after crash
The road remains closed as emergency services deal with the crash

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:28:16 +0000
ScotGov crisis meeting held as global Microsoft outage hits key services
Scotland’s resilience room has been activated as vital services feel the impact

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:36:08 +0000
'Beloved' museum considering flight from its home of 170 years
A beloved Orkney landmark could soon be looking for a new home

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:24:38 +0000
Homes approved at Glasgow hospital site after woodland knockback
Despite concerns over ancient woodland, plans have now been approved

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:25:42 +0000
Microsoft outage hits Outlook and 365 services across 74 countries
Millions woke up to no email this morning

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:31:00 +0000
2,300 police jobs lost or at risk as cybercrime pressures Scotland's force
More than 700 police officers have been lost in Scotland, with another 1,660 potential cuts looming as the watchdog warns of growing cybercrime demands.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:30:00 +0000
US owners reveal scale of investment in Scottish golf course before sale
Spey Bay manager Bert MacKay reveals the scale of LinksDAO's investment in the Moray course and what its next owner will need to do

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Edinburgh bookshop denies discriminating against Jewish poet over views on Israel
Ms Rosenberg has claimed that she was discriminated against by the bookshop due to her Zionist beliefs.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:24:46 +0000
Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - November 13
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
SNP tells Andy Burnham to follow Scotland's lead as new wage figures reveal UK divide
The SNP has challenged Prime Minister Andy Burnham over fair pay as figures show Scotland has the UK's highest proportion of workers earning the Real Living Wage.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Surplus to requirements': ScotGov pushed on underused civil service building
An SNP MSP has urged Scottish ministers to consider how to repurpose parts of Victoria Quay, the four-storey civil service office which is regularly underused.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 04:41:00 +0000
Scottish delivery company in compulsory liquidation after HMRC court action
A Scottish road freight transport company has been placed into compulsory liquidation.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 04:35:00 +0000
Scottish companies given 'clear routes into the US'
Scottish business trade mission gives 10 delegates 'new connections, sharper market insight and clear routes into the US' ahead of USA Masterclass

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 04:30:00 +0000
Edinburgh retail crime summit to address concerns over theft and abuse in shops
The meeting will bring together police, unions, trade organisations, retailers and the government in a bid to crack down on shoplifting and abuse of workers.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Glasgow announces free Christmas parking as council admits charges are too high
Glasgow City Council announces free weekend parking at five city centre car parks throughout December 2026. Find out the dates and locations.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Few diners dare order this Glasgow wine bar dessert - but they really should
The Caravan Shop, Glasgow: The chef hovers for a short second on his way past our small circular table, sneaking a lingering glance at our half-eaten dessert before asking, 'So, what are your thoughts?'

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 17:04:00 +0000
Scottish retail sales fall 0.8 per cent in weakest performance since April
Scottish retail sales fell 0.8% year-on-year in October, SRC-KPMG figures show, as storms, cost-of-living pressures and delayed Black Friday spending hit shops.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:25:00 +0000
Borders distillery team leader Caitlin Heard named Young Achiever of the Year
Hawick’s Caitlin Heard wins Young Achiever of the Year at the Spirits Business Awards after rising from visitor centre assistant to distillery team leader.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:42:00 +0000
Glasgow social enterprise wins UK award for helping 7,000 girls stay in school
Glasgow-based WildHearts Office wins UK Social Enterprise Awards’ International Impact Award on November 13, supporting 7,000 girls through global initiatives.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:37:00 +0000
Glasgow equality consultant named among UK's 50 inclusion leaders
Glasgow equality consultant Tony McCaffery joins Ncuti Gatwa and Rose Ayling-Ellis on the UK Diversity Power List 2026/27, announced November 12.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:25:00 +0000
Scottish whisky veteran honoured with lifetime achievement award
Billy Walker, owner and master distiller of The GlenAllachie, wins a Lifetime Achievement Award at The Spirits Business Awards for his impact on Scotch whisky.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:05:00 +0000
Scullion Law promotes Ailidh Ballantyne to director after four years with firm
Scullion Law promotes Ailidh Ballantyne to director as she continues leading its estates and future planning team and private client services on November 12.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:54:00 +0000
UK’s first Fivefold store opens in Inverness with four fashion brands under one roof
Fivefold opens at Inverness Eastgate on November 12, bringing Hobbs, Whistles, Phase Eight and Karen Millen together in a new Highlands fashion store.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:05:52 +0000
Plans submitted to turn former island watersports centre into hotel and spa
Former Millport watersports centre could become hotel, spa and island holiday destination

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:52:45 +0000
Hour-long delays forecast as Glasgow M8 closes in both directions this weekend
Drivers face possible disruption heading into Glasgow this weekend

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:25:19 +0000
SNP: Andy Burnham ‘failing families’ as data shows 40% rise in food prices
The Bank of England has forecast that food inflation will rise to around 5% next year.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:11:45 +0000
UK airline ordered into compulsory liquidation 7 years after being founded
The virtual UK airline Global Airlines has been ordered into compulsory liquidation seven years after it was founded in 2019

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:37:55 +0000
UK food supplier used by Aldi falls into administration and closes with 662 jobs lost
Kanes Foods - which supplied Aldi, Lidl, and Asda with salads, stir-fries, and sauces - has ceased trading after entering administration, with 662 jobs lost.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:46:01 +0000
Scottish Labour MP criticises 'reckless' plans to cut benefits for young people
Scottish Labour MP Brian Leishman warns proposed sickness and disability benefit cuts could hit young Scots and calls the plans 'reckless'.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:04:00 +0000
How Scotland’s textiles shaped global fashion, from Chanel to Kurt Cobain
Author and textile historian Lynne Coleman speaks about opening Braemar’s Festival of Fashion with Avril Mair and celebrating Scotland’s global fashion influence.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:01:39 +0000
Producers of new Scottish musical which turned away critics pull Scottish tour dates
A planned Scottish tour of a new Scottish musical which Scottish critics were asked not to review has been put on hold.

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