Herald Scotland

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:02:19 +0000
Council 'considering washing its hands of public toilets' to save £100,000 a year
Council officials are considering whether to withdraw all involvement from the running of public toilets in Argyll and Bute.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:48:50 +0000
Parking restriction signage at a sports stadium deemed 'inadequate and confusing'
The parking restriction signage at a sports stadium in Glasgow has been deemed "inadequate and confusing" as a fine appeal was won.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:16:29 +0000
Tower blocks set to be demolished under plans being put forward to councillors
Plans to demolish three Edinburgh tower blocks have been announced by council officials ahead of a critical meeting early next month.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:27:32 +0000
Former Borders village church with rich history placed on the open market
Southdean Church at Chesters features stunning stained-glass windows, set within private grounds and offering picturesque countryside views.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:02:51 +0000
Violent sex attacker who 'did not care' what he was doing jailed for 14 years
A violent sex attacker who insisted he "did not care" what he was doing has been jailed for 14 years.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:53:47 +0000
David Cameron reveals prostate cancer diagnosis and backs screening
Lord David Cameron has revealed he was successfully treated for prostate cancer as he backed a targeted screening programme for the UK’s most common cancer in males.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000
Nigel Farage to hold mass rally in Scotland amid growing support for Reform
Nigel Farage is to return to Scotland early next month as Reform steps up preparations for the Holyrood elections.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000
'Nicola Sturgeon and Boris Johnson failed us on Covid - and they haven't learned'
A woman who lost her husband and mother to Covid says she and other bereaved people were "let down" by Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon who "are not accepting responsibility"

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000
'This drug could slow my brain tumour down - NHS Scotland must approve it'
A young Scots woman who was diagnosed with a brain tumour is calling on regulators to approve a drug which could slow its growth

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Bid for new arts law to 'unleash untapped potential' of £5.7bn Scottish industry
Candidates and parties will be asked to endorse the idea of 'A Culture Act for Scotland'.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:30:00 +0000
Union warned hybrid working fuelled 'pernicious' culture war against civil servants
The Herald obtained more than 60 documents detailing union fury at the Scottish Government's hybrid working policy.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:34:00 +0000
Scottish distillery on brink of collapse amid ‘global whisky downturn’
A Scottish distillery has been saved from the brink of collapse.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:34:00 +0000
The former Scotland rugby player 'lucky enough to enjoy two careers'
A former Scottish rugby player who is now leading a renowned Scottish weaver has revealed the secret to maintaining a renowned heritage manufacturer

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:01:00 +0000
First Stolperstein in Scotland to be unveiled for woman who died in Auschwitz
Scotland’s first brass Stolperstein memorial plaque for a Scottish Holocaust victim will be unveiled on Monday as 'we must never forget the victims of Nazism'

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:01:00 +0000
Cancer Research UK and ScottishPower partnership powers progress against lung cancer
Cancer Research UK and ScottishPower are united in driving research on early detection and better treatments during Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:49:22 +0000
Public consultation on relocating village school to new site to begin
A public consultation on relocating a primary school in a Highland village to a new site is to begin soon.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:10:21 +0000
New supermarket opens in former pub in Scottish town
A new supermarket has opened its doors in Ayr after the renovation of a former pub.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:39:35 +0000
Ebike hire scheme to return to Aberdeen
Ebikes for hire are to come back to city centre streets after Aberdeen City Council agreed to appoint a new operator for the scheme.

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:25:05 +0000
Rules on firm ownership leave Scotland ‘out of step’, prominent lawyers argue
Changes must be made to allow non-lawyers the ability to invest or own equity in Scottish law firms, a group of prominent figures in the profession has said.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 20:25:00 +0000
This 'colourful town' with 'spectacular' views named the happiest place in Scotland
This 'colourful town' that is known for its 'spectacular' views has been named the happiest place to live in Scotland.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Scottish holiday and caravan parks operator goes into administration
A Scottish holiday parks operator with sites across the country has been placed into administration

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:42:35 +0000
Tributes paid to former Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway after death
The former Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway, Gregor Duthie Duncan, has died

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:15:00 +0000
The ancient crystal jar with a 2,000-year mystery - now revealed in Scotland
A rare 2,000-year-old crystal jar from the Galloway Hoard goes on public display in Scotland for the first time following remarkable conservation work.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:02:16 +0000
Scotland’s rising stars go head-to-head as voting closes for major music awards
Voting has closed for the Scottish Alternative Music Awards 2025, which return on November 29 to celebrate Scotland’s best emerging artists across seven categories.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:38:02 +0000
The remarkable Scottish business revival nobody saw coming – three years on
Rowan Glen celebrates three years since its restart, producing 20m pots annually, creating jobs and earning awards for quality and sustainability.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000
This Glaswegian singer has been raised from the dead - and he's going out on tour
Jake Black a.k.a The Very Reverend D.Wayne Love died in 2019 - so how has he returned for a new Alabama 3 EP and tour?

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:20:00 +0000
Glasgow restaurant with 'perfect' food named one of the best for a Sunday roast
A Glasgow restaurant has been named one of the best places in the UK for a Sunday roast dinner, and it is easy to see why.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:24:44 +0000
Chancellor 'to end two child benefit cap in the Budget' this week
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to end the two-child benefit cap in her Budget this week, spending £3 billion on scrapping the policy, it is being reported.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Rural Scotland is running out of people - and new research says migrants are needed
A new SRUC study warns rural Scotland faces deepening depopulation and failing services, urging expanded migration alongside better housing, transport and healthcare.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000
‘Toothless’ sewage enforcement sparks calls for national clean-water plan in Scotland
Experts warn Scotland’s sewage enforcement is “toothless”, urging a national plan to fix pollution, improve monitoring and protect communities.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
‘We know there’s crap out there’: Sewage fears grow on the Water of Leith
Campaigners say pathogens and sewage are polluting the Water of Leith, accusing regulators and government of failing to act despite years of warnings.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000
Concern over falling student numbers at Scots college amid 'salami slicing' closures
Cmpaigners fighting to preserve the college say SRUC bosses must provide greater transparency about the future of Elmwood.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Inside the launch of BBC Radio Scotland's new breakfast-time programme
Martin Geissler and Laura Maciver on Good Morning Scotland's replacement.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:30:00 +0000
Neil Gray criticised over 'shameful' data on NHS 'corridor care'
Neil Gray has been accused of refusing to publish data on corridor care, with medics warning people were being treated in hallways on a daily basis.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Scotland’s energy future could hinge on Wednesday’s Budget
Labour faces a pivotal Budget as North Sea leaders warn the Energy Profits Levy is driving jobs, investment and skills overseas.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:01:00 +0000
New series about infamous Orkney murder contains interviews with killer
A new series about a murder which shocked Orkney will hear from the killer for the first time

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 16:11:36 +0000
Political tug-of-war erupts as Mossmorran’s future hangs in the balance
The Secretary of State for Scotland has said Mossmorran workers “deserve better” than the deputy first minister’s “proposed approach” for the site.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:34:00 +0000
What can we expect from new BBC Radio Scotland breakfast show? Here are some clues
After hearing that BBC Radio Wales Breakfast was the model for the new Radio Scotland Breakfast, Alison Rowat tuned in to find out what Scottish listeners can expect from tomorrow.

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:36:37 +0000
McAllan refuses to pause asylum housing policy despite council chief's pleas
Housing Secretary Mairi McAllan has refused to pause a policy on housing asylum seekers despite pleas from Glasgow city council.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 15:23:40 +0000
Sarwar promises community crime prevention officer in all 355 Scottish council wards
Anas Sarwar vows a community and crime prevention officer for every ward as Labour outlines major policing reforms to free frontline officers.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Europe's smallest castle overlooks a world-famous 'paradise' beach in Scotland
Europe's smallest and most charming castle overlooks a world-famous Scottish beach dubbed a 'paradise'.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:40:10 +0000
Scottish Labour to create new emergency service for mental health patients
A Scottish Labour government would create a new emergency service to ensure people in mental health crisis get urgent and specialist care, Anas Sarwar has said

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:09:15 +0000
Delivery van robbed as police search for suspect
A delivery driver was robbed in Shotts and police are hunting a suspect.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Robbie the Pict warns Skye is being 'ridden roughshod' by windfarm expansion
Robbie the Pict says Skye’s windfarm and grid plans are riding roughshod over communities, raising fears about roads, consultation and cumulative impacts.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:26:28 +0000
Free training launched to help Scots spot suicide risks and save lives
SOS Silence of Suicide has launches free training to help people spot distress and support those at risk, as new data shows rising suicide impact across the UK.

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:23:55 +0000
Jackie Stewart says searching for dementia cure 'greatest challenge of my life'
Formula One legend Sir Jackie Stewart says finding a cure for dementia is "the greatest challenge of my life"

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:45:08 +0000
'Misguided and toxic' protest planned for school in Glasgow next week
Planned protests targeting a school in Glasgow which offers English lessons to immigrant parents have been described as "misguided and toxic"

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000
Civil war at Scotland's largest community buyout over 'simply dire' management
Members of Scotland's largest community buyout are attempting to force out three members of the board and convert the enterprise into a charity

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:30:00 +0000
Here's how you can own the original print of The Herald's Gruffalo cover
Members of the public will get the chance to own an original artwork by the illustrator of The Gruffalo, published in The Herald Magazine last Christmas

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
For Women Scotland condemn transgender prison policy in award win
For Women Scotland used an award speech at The Herald's Politician of the Year Award to condemn the Scottish Government's policy on transgender prisoners.

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