Herald Scotland

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:49:00 +0000
Emergency services stage dramatic training exercise at Scottish airport
Robert Paterson, the airport’s operations director, said that the training was “essential to ensure we remain prepared for any scenario”.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:22:34 +0000
Shopworker shaken after being robbed at knifepoint
Detectives are appealing for information

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:05:57 +0000
Scotland's Just transition progress ‘falling short’, report warns
The report card on Scotland's 'Just transition' plan is in - and it's not good

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:44:26 +0000
Scots child patients ‘belittled and bullied’ at mental health unit
Some patients reported feeling 'belittled and bullied' by staff

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:29:17 +0000
Motorists warned of 30 min delays on M80 after crash
Motorists have been directed onto the hard shoulder to get around the incident

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Trade union defends civil servants after office attendance figures revealed
A trade union has defended civil servants in Scotland after office attendance figures were revealed by The Herald.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Are Scotland's young people sold on the green skills revolution?
With the looming promise of thousands of new jobs in renewables, Highland young people want a better understanding of what it means for them.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:30:00 +0000
Lib Dems issue Holyrood warning to John Swinney as the party eyes key SNP seats
Alex Cole-Hamilton has warned John Swinney the Scottish Liberal Democrats is targeting numerous SNP seats at the Holyrood election.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:35:00 +0000
Liquidator appointed to Scottish road haulage company over unpaid HMRC tax bill
A liquidator has been appointed to a Scottish road haulage company

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:35:00 +0000
Scottish company acquired by expanding Welsh player
The Scottish company is the latest acquisition for the expanding Welsh player

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:32:00 +0000
Farage out of touch with major Scottish cities with latest intervention
Major developments in Glasgow this week underline strength of office market

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0000
Scottish biotech wins financial backing from Michael J Fox Foundation
The money includes continuing support from one of the most prominent public faces of Parkinson's disease

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:30:00 +0000
Business leader takes aim at £47million Highland visitor attraction
The head of the West Highland Chamber of Commerce has said businesses are facing a challenging tourism season due to "changing visitor habits".

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Scottish Lib Dems will debate calls to tackle medical misogyny and gynaecology waits
Scottish Liberal Democrats will debate plans to end gender bias in healthcare and cut soaring gynaecology waits at their Spring conference this week.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0000
Today's cartoon from Herald cartoonist Steven Camley on the Royal Mail
Today's cartoon is on the story that the union which represents postal workers has warned the state of Royal Mail services in Scotland poses a risk to May's Holyrood election.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:46:10 +0000
Consultation launched over mandatory card payments for Glasgow taxis
A consultation has been launched to help decide if Glasgow taxi drivers should be required to accept card payments.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:38:30 +0000
Views sought on plans for new civic square near to River Clyde in Govan
Views are being sought on plans for new public space, including a civic square, near to the River Clyde in Govan.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:15:12 +0000
New £4 million McDonald’s drive-thru near Scottish ferry port facing refusal
A new £4 million McDonald’s drive-thru looks to be off the menu for Cairnryan – after council planning chiefs opposed the restaurant development.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:57:58 +0000
'Deep sadness' as beloved café announces closure after 12 years
Beloved Cafe Torino in Bishopbriggs to close after 12 years due to rising costs and inflation. Final day of trading set for Saturday, 21st February.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:48:02 +0000
Former gamekeeper claims murder investigation was 'a monumental shambles'
A former gamekeeper claimed the police investigation into the death of a man he is accused of murdering was "a monumental shambles."

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:33:00 +0000
Owner of Glasgow's famous Horseshoe Bar to open Edinburgh steakhouse
The owner of Glasgow’s famous Horseshoe Bar is planning to open a new steakhouse in Edinburgh.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:06:00 +0000
Scottish Greens' call to evict US military from Prestwick Airport slapped down
The Greens claimed that the airport is financially dependent on “ongoing and routine use by the military”, rather than commercial flights.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:49:43 +0000
Mural of Scott McTominay's bicycle kick goal appears on gable end near Hampden
A mural of Scott McTominay scoring "Scotland's best goal ever" has appeared a stone's throw from where he scored it, Hampden Park Stadium.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:49:00 +0000
Lord Advocate denies 'political interference' over Murrell update to Swinney
During a tense appearance in Holyrood on Wednesday afternoon, Dorothy Bain said she was not considering her position.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:36:11 +0000
Bute residents 'having to travel by ferry to Paisley to access NHS dentists'
A Bute councillor has said she is aware of residents needing to travel from the island to the mainland to access dental services after an MSP claimed that some were going to Paisley.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:19:52 +0000
Milestone reached on major manufacturing facility near Glasgow Airport
Sustainable packaging technology company Pulpex and main contractor Robertson Construction Central West have marked a 'major milestone' on the construction of a new 87,000 sqft manufacturing facility near Glasgow Airport.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Scottish engineering stalwart bounces back after submitting to cut-price takeover
A Scottish engineering stalwart has won a string of valuable contracts after deciding to surrender its independence to overseas investors

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:53:04 +0000
Titan Crane 'fiasco' ignites Facebook showdown among Clydebank politicians
Leading Clydebank politicians have ignited a dispute over the responsibility of the Titan Crane's closure via a comment section on Facebook

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:35:00 +0000
Mothballed Scottish swimming pool to reopen after shock closure three years ago
Campaigners dragged the local authority to the Court of Session, forcing the council to reverse their decision in December 2023.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:12:36 +0000
Nationwide, Co-op and Natwest giving out £175 free cash as banks fight for customers
Switching offers tend to spike when competition intensifies - and right now banks are battling hard for everyday customers.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Could parents take Scottish Government to court over new religious education law?
The Scottish Government's new religious education law is controversial, with critics warning it diminishes parental rights.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:53:53 +0000
Aer Lingus introduces new baggage policy on flights from Scottish airports
Aer Lingus is extending its current 10kg carry-on baggage policy across all Aer Lingus Regional flights, operated by Emerald Airlines, effective from March 3, 2026.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:36:53 +0000
Former Miss Scotland and husband awarded MBE for charity work
A model and former Miss Scotland and her husband who have been honoured for their charity work said the Princess Royal described their philanthropy as “inspiring”.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:18:59 +0000
Rap on the knuckles for Lidl for wrongly stacking alcohol in Ayrshire stores
Supermarket giant Lidl had a warning shot fired across its bows for wrongly stacking alcohol and adding extra space to display it in their Dalry and Stevenston stores.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:05:29 +0000
Protestors gathered outside Holyrood to oppose an offshore 'FLOW-Park' in Moray Firth
Campaigners protest at Scottish Parliament against OSG’s proposed Moray Firth FLOW-Park, citing threats to wildlife, tourism, fishing, and marine conservation

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:05:55 +0000
Scottish shipyard owner hails UK's biggest warship export deal amid record sales
Europe’s largest defence contractor has hailed the biggest UK warship export deal by value

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:36:00 +0000
Manhunt after £20,000 worth of cable stolen from Fife railway line
British Transport Police are asking for witnesses to come forward with any information about the incident, which took place on the evening of 25 January.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:24:49 +0000
Orchestra revives music of key Scottish composer
The University of St Andrews Music Centre will shine a spotlight on one of Scotland’s most significant 20th-century composers.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:13:46 +0000
Car deliberately driven into house in Scottish town
Police are appealing for information after a car was deliberately driven into a house in Blackburn.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:08:04 +0000
Man dies in Edinburgh Tesco car park after major incident
A 66-year-old man has died after a car and pedestrian collision at Tesco, Meadow Place Road, Edinburgh, Police Scotland has confirmed.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:03:50 +0000
'Final preparations' for first rocket launch from Shetland spaceport
A German rocket builder is moving toward a second attempt at launching a new vehicle from a spaceport in Shetland

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000
SNP edging toward Holyrood majority in new poll as Reform and Labour tie
The SNP is edging toward a majority in May's Holyrood election, a new poll has suggested, with Reform UK challenging Labour for second place

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:58:00 +0000
Edinburgh residents could see council tax increase 'up to five per cent' next year
Edinburgh council tax bills may rise by 5% from April under draft budget plans, with all bands affected. Councillors to vote on final rates next week.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:52:04 +0000
Plans for new houses on Scottish island site given go-ahead
Plans for four new houses on a Scottish island site have been given the go-ahead by council officers.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:35:00 +0000
Police dog sniffs out drugs worth £40,000 at Royal Mail sorting office
A police dog has been praised after helping snare almost £40,000 worth of drugs being smuggled into Shetland.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +0000
Cash-strapped Scots university spent more than £40k on luxury car for senior managers
A spokesperson said that a university car is available for the use of "key external visitors and guests, as well as senior staff".

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:27:39 +0000
Expert calls for scrutiny of school policy creating 'deep and systemic injustice'
Prof Katie Boyle has raised the alarm about Argyll and Bute Council's policy of requiring some children to live in a boarding hostel during high school.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:18:22 +0000
Creative Scotland 'increasingly concerned' over councils cutting arts funding
MSPs warned that impact of additional Scottish Government funded is at risk of being eroded.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:13:12 +0000
On street parking charges in Scottish town to be removed after successful pilot
On street parking charges on part of Kirkcaldy High Street are set to be removed permanently after a successful pilot scheme.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Prominent Scottish craft brewery enters administration
Overtone Brewing Co entered the Scottish craft beer market in 2018 after head brewer Dan Miller and founder Bowei Wang opened the business in Yoker on the western edge of Glasgow.

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