Herald Scotland
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:05:46 +0000'Frustration': CalMac summer timetable shaken up as major vessels lost to overhaul
Bosses have apologised - but is the network is buckling under the strain?
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:26:04 +0000MSPs: BBC ‘still missing opportunities’ when reporting on Scotland
Members of the Scottish Parliament’s Culture Committee said the matter had been a “long standing frustration”
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:07:22 +0000Police launch murder probe after woman dies in Glasgow flat
A man was arrested but has since been released
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000Looking to the future of golf at Monifieth Links in Scotland
Golf in Monifieth dates back to at least the 17th century, with the links now under the direction of one of the youngest leaders in Scottish club management
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:01:00 +0000Farage opens door to indyref2 in just over a decade as he unveils MSP hopefuls
A second independence referendum could be held in just over a decade, according to Nigel Farage.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:36:00 +0000Liquidator appointed to collapsed Scottish arts centre with 31 staff pay claims
A liquidator has been appointed to a collapsed Scottish city arts centre and a raft of pay claims lodged
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:35:00 +0000Scottish airport chief reveals huge array of new flights on radar
The Scottish airport chief has revealed a huge of array of new short-haul and long-haul flights on the radar
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000Outlander effect 'shows no sign of abating' as visitor numbers soar at historic sites
Museums and galleries report booming business with millions heading to most popular sites.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000John Healey criticises John Swinney's 'lack of defence plan' amid Prestwick row
John Healey criticises John Swinney on defence as Prestwick Airport Iran row grows and a £6,000 childcare scheme for forces families is unveiled.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000The Herald cartoon by Steven Camley on the exhibition that reveals how rain shaped us
Today's cartoon is on the story about the Library of Scotland exhibition that reveals how rain has shaped us.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:35:00 +0000Forecast for rain: new exhibition will put Scotland's wet weather under the spotlight
It helps the grass grow, provides the key ingredient for our national drink and is a frequent – but perhaps not the most welcome - accompaniment to a summer’s day out.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:21:00 +0000GP surgery unable to provide non-urgent medical treatment for almost a week
The Greenlaw Practice has informed patients that due to a nationwide clinical system change, doctors and nurses will have “read only” access.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:20:40 +0000WATCH: Nicola Sturgeon delivers emotional final speech in Holyrood after 27 years
Nicola Sturgeon reflected on her legacy as she delivered her final speech in Holyrood.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:52:00 +0000Reform candidate called Humza Yousaf ‘Islamist moron’ in social media posts
Linda Holt, a taxi firm owner and contributor to the online magazine Think Scotland, was first revealed to have made the comments by The Courier.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:08:00 +0000Billionaire brothers announce plans to revive Watt Brothers building
A huge update has been released on a proposal to revive the former Watt Brothers building in Glasgow.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:03:00 +0000Verdict in on priest accused of sex attack at Clarkston church
We previously reported that giving evidence during the trial at Paisley Sheriff Court, the male told how Baillie sexually assaulted him after going out for dinner.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:58:00 +0000Ancient Scottish university signs talent pipeline deal with UK Government
The university and the Cabinet Office Second Headquarters in Glasgow have worked together for the last four years.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:36:00 +0000Man dies after being struck by car on Scottish motorway
Police are appealing for information following the fatal crash, which took place around 12.20 am on Thursday morning at Denny.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:23:00 +0000Climate sceptical ex-Tory and serial businessman among Reform's Edinburgh candidates
Cameron Rose led the Tories to a second place finish with 18 seats in the 2017 City of Edinburgh Council elections.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Scotland's national investment bank backs Edinburgh robotics manufacturer
Edinburgh-based Bioliberty will use investment to expand manufacturing in Scotland
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:54:27 +0000Reform may have already hit its ceiling but that shouldn't comfort the other parties
New Scottish polling suggests Reform UK has built a stable, hard-to-shift voter base ahead of Holyrood 2026. But its rise is also fuelling a powerful backlash — reshaping tactical voting and exposing deep frustration with mainstream politics.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:53:00 +0000How to check if you’ve had a meningitis vaccine amid 'explosive' UK outbreak
Meningitis B affected 378 people in the most recent statistics from 2024-2025
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:39:00 +0000WATCH: Nigel Farage tells heckler 'you need a haircut' at Reform's Scottish launch
Nigel Farage had just taken to the podium to address Scottish members, of which the party claims to have 12,500, when a man began shouting.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:32:00 +0000What is meningitis and is it contagious? Signs and symptoms you need to look out for
Find out what meningitis is, if it's contagious, how it spreads, the signs and symptoms, and what vaccines can help prevent certain causes of meningitis
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:10:28 +0000A 'proud moment' as steak restaurant group announces first Scottish location
A London-based restaurant chain has announced plans to open its first Scottish city centre location next year.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Five Scottish whisky festivals you won't want to miss in 2026
From island-hopping adventures to a celebration of spirits in Scotland's smallest whisky region, here are five festivals you won't want to miss in 2026.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:26:42 +0000Scots port unveils ambitious new strategy following improvement works
Tarbert Harbour has unveiled an ambitious growth strategy after substantial upgrades to its marina
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:35:00 +0000Major Glasgow city centre development to start in May after £12m contract awarded
Glasgow City Council announced that contractor Wills Bros has been selected to carry out the 36 month Argyle Street East Avenue project.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:50:01 +0000Landmark ‘heart of the community’ village hotel operating for 122 years for sale
A landmark Scottish village hotel operating for 122 years has been brought to the market
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:48:42 +0000First festivals to secure share of new multi-million pound funding pot revealed
Creative Scotland announces 28 events will be supported in initial tranche of new investment.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:15:45 +0000Edinburgh joins other councils in Scotland in scrapping World Cup bank holiday
City of Edinburgh Council rejects proposal for a one-off bank holiday to mark Scotland’s World Cup opener, citing costs, school closures, and childcare concerns
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:53:02 +0000Man tells of ‘being physically sick’ after priest’s alleged assault
A businessman has told a jury how he was “physically sick” after an East Renfrewshire priest attempted to perform oral sex on him.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:46:34 +0000John Swinney condemns Anas Sarwar over 'disrespectful' joke about strokes
John Swinney condemned Anas Sarwar after the Scottish Labour leader joked about looking as if he had suffered a stroke.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:45:00 +0000Farage says Reform UK will be main opposition amid pledge to cut number of MSPs
Reform UK says it would cut the number of constituency MSPs from 73 to 57 if it wins power at Holyrood, with Scottish Parliament boundaries redrawn to match Westminster seats.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:33:00 +0000Union Corner building drone scan completed after Glasgow team rebuffed
Glasgow City Council also confirmed that workers laser scanned the fire-damaged corner’s Gordon Street facade prior to demolition on Wednesday morning.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:22:15 +0000New community hub opens in Edinburgh to support people facing homelessness
Social Bite unveils new Granton community hub for Edinburgh Village, supporting homelessness with modular housing, Cyrenians partnership, and 24/7 care.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:05:58 +0000Nicola Sturgeon announced as star guest on new series of hit TV show
The former First Minister has been announced as one of the star guests of the next series
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000How to watch Nicola Sturgeon’s final speech at Scottish Parliament today
Find out how to watch Nicola Sturgeon’s final Scottish Parliament speech live, including timing, streaming options and how to catch up later.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:31:33 +0000Why non-profit Pro Life Fitness is different from any other gym in Scotland
With 4,000 members, Pro Life Fitness Centre in Paisley is one of the larger gyms in Scotland
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:08:33 +0000New outdoor exhibition in Edinburgh to spotlight 300 years of medical history
Faces of Edinburgh Medical School exhibition opens in Edinburgh, celebrating 300 years of medical innovation and influential figures.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:58:26 +0000Edinburgh space tech firm forms partnerships with European firms and expands HQ
Edinburgh space firm Aurora Avionics relocates to the Innovation Hub after securing European contracts and £320,000 investment.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:34:14 +0000How Scotland’ forests hold the secret to the fate of Glasgow's tram tracks
Long after Scotland's Victorian trams, the tracks roll on
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:22:33 +0000Edinburgh nursery group sold in deal as five-site operator changes hands
Foresight Group acquires Pinocchio’s Children’s Nurseries, a leading Edinburgh and Midlothian childcare provider, in a major Scotland day nursery deal.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:12:47 +0000Màiri McAllan: Why I changed my vote on assisted dying
Màiri McAllan has revealed why she withdrew support for Scotland’s assisted dying bill, citing fears over coercion, disability protections and gaps in care. Her decision was part of a dramatic late shift that ultimately sank the legislation.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:07:02 +0000Boom Radio and BBC Radio 1 presenter Dave Jamieson has died aged 76
Radio presenter Dave Jamieson has died aged 76, Boom Radio announced.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +000090s indie stars The Wonder Stuff announce Glasgow Barrowlands gig
The band announced the tour to celebrate their 40th anniversary
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:29:02 +0000Unemployment rises slightly in Scotland according to latest statistics
There were 109,000 people aged 16 and over out of work in Scotland
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:43:29 +0000M80 shut in both directions after crash sparking 'significant disruption'
Police remain at the scene hours after the crash
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:32:00 +0000UAE ruling family-linked energy giant acquires Scottish solar panel company
An energy company ultimately owned by a member of the United Arab Emirates’ ruling family has acquired a Scottish solar panel company
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:55:00 +0000Scotland's fleet of inter-city trains to be replaced within two years
The first of the new trains is expected to enter service by late 2027, with the final vehicle in operation before the end of 2028