Police searching for a missing man in the south of Scotland say they have found a body.

The Gaelic and Scots languages have gained official status in a “historic milestone” as people across Scotland mark St Andrew’s Day.

The Saltire is a “proud symbol” of Scotland’s peaceful and inclusive values, John Swinney has said as he marked St Andrew’s Day.

Leading scientists and conservationists warn Scotland’s ancient Caledonian pinewoods are at risk from deer, invasive species and flawed forestry policy.

The Scottish Government has been accused of a partnership working agreement 'breach' with civil service unions over the change to office working.

Susan Aitken says Glasgow’s problems — and its potential — demand a long-term vision, not quick fixes. As John Swinney promises sweeping new regional powers, the council leader argues that real change is finally in motion, even if she won’t b...

A major St Andrew’s Day appeal has been launched to rebuild the crumbling Saltire memorial at Athelstaneford, supported by the First Minister and civic leaders.

Scottish ministers have been told public safety has been 'jeopardised' after it was revealed that more than 600 emergency calls had no police response despite being labelled "immediate".

We must unite against Farage and stop running like lemmings into the abyss

THE Scottish accent is problematic. Mocked worldwide, if occasionally found sexy (Shir Sean etc), it doesn’t seem to fit anywhere, not even in Scotland.

Angus Robertson is to be hauled back to Holyrood to be quizzed over a watchdog investigation into why the government's troubled heritage agency was allowed to operate for a prolonged period without a senior leader.

A South Lanarkshire mother is calling for mandatory child diabetes screening after her five-year-old daughter Faith nearly died when her type 1 diabetes was missed by GPs.

Two Scottish stadiums could host the Women's World Cup.

A call has been made to urgently install CCTV in public parks after a woman was raped in Paisley.

People have been told to avoid an area of Paisley following a serious crash.

John Swinney has accused the Home Office of making up its proposals to house asylum seekers in a Highland barracks "on the back of an envelope".

Mr Flynn has urged voters in Scotland to back his party in May

A pensioner has died following a crash on the A822 in Perthshire.

An increase in flu infections has been blamed for wait times at Crosshouse Hospital which left some patients in beds in the corridors

A crumbling 600-year-old castle has re-opened to visitors after being closed for three-and-a-half years.

The Home Office has delayed plans to house 300 male asylum seekers at an army barracks in the Scottish Highlands.

The UK Labour Government has been accused of a 'shameful swindle' on energy bills after a think tank suggested savings were lower than expected.

A stalwart of the Scottish financial sector has come under renewed threat from a US-based hedge fund manager

This growing Glasgow office market trend is revealed in new research

A new study of ancient deer bones placed inside Ness of Brodgar buildings aims to uncover the rituals and cultural shifts of Neolithic Orkney.

PEOPLE are generally terrible but it is our own minds that make the most unreliable travelling companions

The former LibDem leader and ex-Business Secretary believes that America and billionaire tech moguls like Elon Musk pose a greater risk than Beijing. He talks to our Writer at Large

A new era of military peril is upon us some argue and sooner or later Europe will have to deal with the Russian question by itself. Foreign Editor David Pratt examines the evidence

Harrison Holidays vows to add to 'rich legacy' of Loch Lomond destination after completing acquisition

Markets are buoyant but the real economy is anything but

Today's cartoon is on the North Sea windfall tax.

A Burns scholar says he's constantly surprised at the number of people living in Dumfries who are unaware the area is home to the farmhouse where he wrote "greatest hits" including Auld Lang Syne.

A police station near Glasgow is to be demolished after it was abandoned earlier this year.

A new national report shows most rural Scots are unhappy with public transport, sparking sharp criticism of poor services, safety concerns and unreliable timetables

The Social Hub hosted its Rethink Black Friday market in the Glasgow

Here is what the Met Office and BBC Weather are saying about the chances of a white Christmas in Scotland for 2025.

Mitchells & Butlers remains 'confident' in the outlook despite surging labour costs

Lidl has increased the price of its plastic carrier bags by 10p (from 30p to 40p), leaving shoppers outraged.

A landmark Highlands agreement aims to unlock billions in sustainable investment, support community-led projects and drive long-term regional transformation.

The plan was part of a 2021 Scottish Government manifesto commitment

Scotland is at an ‘economic crossroads’, Dr Liz Cameron has warned, as she delivered her final major address after more than two decades in charge of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce.

The hooded thief showed up and picked up the £900 statue, almost falling off his bike

Police are investigating after “possible human material” was found at a church in Perth.

Four fresh arrests have been made in connection with a “disturbance” at Celtic Park during a match against Falkirk.

Glasgow 2026 boss Phil Batty says high ticket prices are needed to fund a “high quality event” without taxpayer cash.

The councillor says that her local party leader is trying to silence her, but insists that she will not be bullied or intimidated.

David Coburn has been named in court filings linked to a Russia bribery case - allegations he denies. Here’s all you need to know about the former UKIP MEP.

One of the oldest professional groups within Scotland's tourism industry has appointed the youngest-ever chairman in its 66-year history

John Swinney has pledged to introduce 'enabling legislation' to hand Glasgow City Region new powers over skills, planning and economic development after May’s election.

One of the world's biggest oil and gas producers has been fined after health and safety breaches which would have led to an explosion