Herald Scotland
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Edinburgh's Rutland gets into the swing of city centre golf breaks
Venue director Mike Lewis is a keen player himself and his understanding of golfers clearly shines through in what’s on offer
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100How this Royal Highland Show equestrian became a BAFTA-winning TV star
A champion weightlifter and BAFTA Scotland award winner for her role on Gladiators, Ms McCoy began her career in the spotlight as a young equestrian.
Sat, 23 May 2026 09:34:21 +0100Andy Murray hotel teases reopening with new social media post
A hotel which was bought by tennis star Andy Murray has teased its reopening
Sat, 23 May 2026 08:41:11 +0100Scottish Government urged to offer 'full-throated' support for North Sea oil
The oil and gas industry has demanded the 'full-throated support' of the Scottish Government ahead of two by-elections in the north-east
Sat, 23 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100Fury over 'unacceptable' closures of 'highly-regarded' med school programmes
The closure of the Science Communication and Public Engagement programme has drawn particular ire, with 130 offers rescinded.
Sat, 23 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100ScotGov seeks motoring curfews over young driver crash concerns
Scots ministers are seeking powers to bring in sweeping new restrictions on newly qualified drivers including motoring 'curfews' after it has been revealed young motorists in Scotland are involved in injury crashes at around twice the rate of drivers...
Sat, 23 May 2026 04:39:00 +0100Hundreds of jobs lost as 15 branches axed at firm founded 106 years ago
Hundreds of jobs have been lost with the closure of a housebuilding supply giant's branches across the UK
Sat, 23 May 2026 04:35:00 +0100Scottish company announces acquisition of Glasgow firm
Scottish consultancy acquires fellow Glasgow-based firm
Sat, 23 May 2026 04:31:00 +0100How to avoid the quiet drain on your financial well-being
When it comes to financial planning for the long term, standing still is rarely a neutral choice
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:01:15 +0100Morrisons makes 'difficult decision' to close 100 stores across UK in coming months
It has been revealed that Morrisons is preparing to close 100 stores across the UK in the coming months.
Fri, 22 May 2026 18:07:40 +0100Man arrested and charged following 'attempted murder' in Stirling
A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged with alleged attempted murder following an incident in Stirling
Fri, 22 May 2026 17:38:46 +0100Dumbarton refugee among seven charged with child sex offences
A man from Dumbarton is one of seven Afghan refugees who have been accused of being part of a grooming gang and charged with rape and child sex abuse offences
Fri, 22 May 2026 17:22:24 +0100Train driver seriously injured during shunting operation at Scottish station
A train driver has suffered serious injuries during a shunting operation at Carstairs station in South Lanarkshire.
Fri, 22 May 2026 16:41:53 +0100Figures reveal over 300 sets of roadworks were in place across Fife last month
A TOTAL of 318 different sets of roadworks were in place across Fife in April.
Fri, 22 May 2026 16:30:00 +0100North Sea player hails 'real standout' deal
The North Sea player hailed it as a 'real standout' deal amid high oil prices
Fri, 22 May 2026 16:18:29 +0100M&S launches recruitment drive ahead of new Scottish town store opening
The famous UK retailer is seeking customer assistants to join its food team, specifically for early morning shifts, as part of the new food hall store opening in the town this summer
Fri, 22 May 2026 16:15:00 +0100'Unprecedented revelations' in hunt for suspect wrongly believed to be in Glasgow
A television channel is promising 'unprecedented revelations' in the hunt for a man who was mistakenly thought to be in Scotland in 2019
Fri, 22 May 2026 16:01:04 +0100Person swims to shore after boat caught fire on Scottish river
A person swam to shore on Thursday night after a boat caught fire on a West Dunbartonshire river.
Fri, 22 May 2026 15:39:38 +0100Three men jailed over £25m counterfeit cigarettes smuggling operation
Three men with links to serious organised crime who smuggled counterfeit cigarettes and tobacco worth millions of pounds into Scotland from Europe have been jailed.
Fri, 22 May 2026 15:11:45 +0100Why SIMS Automatics is the largest supplier of entertainment equipment in Scotland
For some 1600 licensed premises, SIMS Automatics has been a valued supplier of entertainment, barware and TV equipment for almost 60 years.
Fri, 22 May 2026 12:59:22 +0100Pension tax bombshell to be debated by MPs next month to double personal allowance
A major pension tax change will be debated in Parliament on June 15 after a petition calling for higher allowances reached 119,000 signatures.
Fri, 22 May 2026 15:05:54 +0100Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon wins two Ivor Novello Awards
Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon and superstar DJ Calvin Harris were among the winners at at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:47:22 +0100'I studied by candelight in a tent in Gaza to achieve my Glasgow University dream'
A Palestinian student who has been accepted to the University of Glasgow is hoping to find a sponsor to help with tuition fees, having lost everything in the war
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:44:27 +0100Kessock Bridge closed in both directions due to police incident
The Kessock Bridge section of the A9 has been shut off to vehicles. The bridge, which connects Inverness to the Black Isle, is currently closed in both directions due to an ongoing police incident.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:33:10 +0100Swinney commits to a more pro-business government with 'urgent' reforms considered
John Swinney has signalled that his new government is to take a more pro-business approach as he promised to 'urgently' consider reforming business rates.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:31:00 +0100'Extremely fast': Decision on social media ban for children expected by end of year
Kanishka Narayan MP made the comments after speaking to parents, youth workers, and teenagers at The Citadel community centre in Leith on Friday morning.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:25:25 +0100Arrest after death of man in South Queensferry
A 58-year-old man has been arrested after a man died following an alleged assault in South Queensferry.
Fri, 22 May 2026 13:59:54 +0100New e-bike rental scheme launched in Aberdeen
New electric bikes for Aberdeen were officially launched today (Friday, May 22) with some demonstrations for people in one of the city’s main parks.
Fri, 22 May 2026 13:43:58 +0100Edinburgh bus passengers treated like 'second-class citizens', councillor claims
People in Edinburgh are being treated like “second-class citizens” over public transport, a councillor claimed on Thursday.
Fri, 22 May 2026 13:16:25 +0100Watch: Drone footage reveals massive scale of Scotland's next superhospital
120 Olympic pools’ worth of earth has been moved so far
Fri, 22 May 2026 12:57:44 +0100Consultation launched on first-ever industry standard for Scotland’s peatlands
A call has been issued everyone with a passion for one of Scotland's most vital landscapes to get involved in shaping its first ever industry standard.
Fri, 22 May 2026 12:23:43 +0100Family to sell landmark Scottish village restaurant after 16 years
A landmark Scottish restaurant has been brought to the market.
Fri, 22 May 2026 12:17:58 +0100Scenic Scottish hillside on sale for less than the cost of Edinburgh mansion
Love the outdoors? This spot is made for walking, cycling and riding
Fri, 22 May 2026 11:30:22 +0100From the ashes: Scottish Crannog Centre unveils new Iron Age house on Loch Tay
The Centre finally has its centrepiece back after a devastating fire
Fri, 22 May 2026 11:11:06 +0100The Herald dominates at the 47th Scottish Press Awards
The Herald enjoyed a triumphant night at the 47th Scottish Press Awards, taking home five of the main awards while being runners-up in six other categories.
Fri, 22 May 2026 10:28:04 +010088-acre private Scottish island with fully equipped holiday cabin listed for sale
A small uninhabited island off the northwest coast of the Scottish Highlands has been put up for sale.
Fri, 22 May 2026 08:58:00 +0100Staff at Scottish university vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike action
The union said that a £4 million cuts drive by university bosses has raised fears of compulsory redundancies.
Fri, 22 May 2026 08:26:55 +0100US urged to ‘make haggis legal again’ ahead of World Cup
The Scottish dish is banned in the US
Fri, 22 May 2026 08:19:26 +0100Wandering animals disrupt traffic on busy motorway near Glasgow
Traffic on a busy motorway near Glasgow has been disrupted after animals made their way close to the roadway.
Fri, 22 May 2026 07:21:45 +0100Investigation into Andrew to include claims of sexual misconduct
Thames Valley Police are investigating the former Duke of York over alleged misconduct in public office
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:49:21 +0100Teen arrested after bomb squad lock down street in Scottish town
Emergency services were called to the area just before 7pm
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100From the Middle East to Edinburgh as new pro takes the helm at Duddingston
Duddingston Golf Club's David MacMullen reflects on balancing members, visitors and growth
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100Ancient university withheld secret files from senior academics over 'anxiety' fears
Last December, members of the institution’s supreme academic body, Senate, asked managers to provide agendas, papers and minutes from the UIPB and related workstreams.
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Colleges concerned about the costs of Fair Work applied unfairly
Scotland's colleges must meet employment standards that private companies do not, and they worry about losing opportunities as a result.
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Council 'pauses' controversial plans to cut all funding for ASN support service
Officials intend to remove all funding for a programme of support that families say is vital and cannot be replicated by other services.
Fri, 22 May 2026 05:01:00 +0100Glasgow now outperforming 'rival' Manchester in key economic areas, data suggests
Glasgow is now outperforming UK powerhouse Manchester in several key economic metrics, according to new figures released by Glasgow City Council.
Fri, 22 May 2026 04:36:00 +0100Collapsed Scottish family-founded company sold out of administration
A Scottish aircraft parts manufacturer has been acquired by an English operator
Fri, 22 May 2026 04:32:00 +0100Glasgow banking chief signals 'passionate' bid for growth in Scots market
Glasgow-born Dame Debbie Crosbie 'passionate' about growing Nationwide in Scotland
Fri, 22 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100Turner Prize winner to create new riverside work for Commonwealth Games festival
10 weeks of special events are being staged across the city as part of the £2.9m celebration.
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