Nicola Sturgeon is likely to say that hospitality, gyms and non-essential shops will be able to open from Monday.

In the first of two Scottish election pieces we explore the differences in the pro-independence movement. 

Opposition and anger towards the European Super League plans dominate Scotland's front pages.

The number of people looking for work from December to February remained at 4.4%.

The Crown Office says an FAI into the deaths of Richard Dyson and Simon Midgley would not be "in the public interest".

The popular tourist destination features in a new game aimed at teaching young people about its heritage.

Josh Quigley is aiming to break Jack Thompson's record of cycling 2,177 miles in a week.

It means most travel to the UK from India will be banned from 04:00 BST on Friday, amid Covid concerns.

The party has launched its election manifesto. What are its most eye-catching promises?

The guidance says people from different households have to observe 1m social distancing at pub and restaurant tables.

Emergency services were alerted to flames on the ground floor of the Edinburgh building shortly before 13:30.

About 200 bands from around the world normally take part in the event on Glasgow Green in August.

Compare where the parties stand on key issues - from Covid-19 and the NHS to education and the environment.

We speak to five voters who have yet to make up their minds in the Scottish election.

A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Everything you need to know about the Scottish Conservatives ahead of the Holyrood election.

Everything you need to know ahead of the Scottish Parliament election on 6 May.

Where are the constituencies that could tell us the story of the 2021 Scottish Parliament election?

Find out who is standing in your area in the Scottish Parliament election on 6 May.

The BBC’s Connor Gillies talks through how your vote counts in the Holyrood election on 6 May.

The Scottish Lib Dems' election manifesto has been launched. What are its most eye-catching promises?

A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Everything you need to know about the Scottish Liberal Democrats ahead of their election manifesto launch.

BBC Scotland correspondents analyse the pledges in the election manifesto of the SNP.

A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

BBC Scotland correspondents analyse the pledges in the election manifesto of the Scottish Green Party.

Prof Sir John Curtice looks at what the polls tell us about the Holyrood election race so far.

A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Holyrood election campaigning is to resume but will the suspension have any impact on the election?

A new crop of MSPs will be elected on 6 May - but how well will they reflect the population voting for them?

The number of Covid-linked deaths in each affected Scottish care home is revealed for the first time.

Avalanche forecasters were among the few people able to venture into snow-covered mountains.

Dinosaur dentistry, a deckchair, a haircut and trapeze feature on the Holyrood election campaign trail.

A gun salute is fired at Edinburgh Castle and other tributes are paid to mark Prince Philip's funeral.

From his school days onwards, the Duke of Edinburgh had long and close association with Scotland.

Images of the Duke of Edinburgh during a close association with Scotland which spanned almost 90 years.

Now that the top priority groups have been vaccinated, BBC Scotland speaks to those still waiting.

The BBC's James Cook visits the Isle of Seil to discover how people there have coped over the past year.

The bitter dispute between two central characters in the Scottish independence movement is nearing its climax.

The Scottish Conservatives have set out plans to 'rebuild Scotland after the worst year'.

Pupils at the duke’s former school and the first minister are among those who paid tribute.

The service was held at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.

The Scottish Liberal Democrats pledge to prioritise the recovery from the Covid pandemic in the next session of the Scottish Parliament.

The BBC’s Connor Gillies takes a look at how the upcoming elections in Scotland could affect the likelihood of an indyref2.

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

As further restrictions are relaxed to ease us out of lockdown, what rules are changing and when?

With the country opening up a little more on Friday, here are five things about the state of the pandemic.

In the year since the first Covid lockdown, what have been the key moments in Scotland's pandemic?

The lifting of more restrictions depends on continued progress in tackling the outbreak.

Two separate studies suggest women under 50 have worse long-term outcomes after being in hospital with Covid.

The Scottish and UK governments have published their timetables for easing of lockdown restrictions.

With the countdown to lockdown easing under way we have the answers to some of our readers' questions.

From 26 April, it is expected all parts of Scotland currently in level 4 will move down to a "modified" level 3.

Four-time champion John Higgins wins six frames in a row to see off Tian Pengfei in the World Championship first round.

Scottish Premiership clubs will continue to offer pay-per-view matches next season, while discussions continue on a return to grounds for fans.

Proposals for a new European Super League are a "clear and present danger to the sport we all love", says SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster.

Nathan Patterson can be the first-choice right-back for both Rangers and Scotland for years to come - but his time for international football is now.

Contract talks at Rangers and St Johnstone as Dundee United manager criticises Partick Thistle man.