Herald Scotland
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:14:15 +0100Man suffers serious injuries in e-scooter crash
The 33-year-old was taken to hospital where his condition is said to be serious
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:35:25 +0100Labour: SNP and Greens have 'final chance' to back Murrell probe
The SNP has been resistant to calls, with First Minister John Swinney saying there “can be no higher investigation” than the police probe
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:11:51 +0100Man injured in Belfast stabbing 'believed to be from Scotland'
A man is due in court today over the alleged attack
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:29:57 +0100Fire crews battle until midnight to extinguish Edinburgh blaze
Fire crews were alerted to the blaze on Tuesday night
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100Eusebi Deli makes 'big leap east' with opening of new Edinburgh bakery counter
A Glasgow institution is 'taking a big leap east' with the opening of a new bakery counter in Edinburgh this week. Glasgow's Eusebi Deli opens new Edinburgh bakery counter
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100Screen Scotland demands BBC power shift away from London
Scotland's taxpayer-funded screen agency has called for BBC power to be stripped from London as part of a radical overhaul of the corporation.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100UK Government funding for Universal theme park sparks SNP carbon capture row
A furious political row has erupted in the Aberdeen South by-election over the UK Government's decision to hand £1.3 billion to Universal's new Bedfordshire theme park while Scotland's Acorn carbon capture project remains stalled.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:35:00 +0100Fashion giant that crashed into administration with 900 jobs lost owed £100m
A major high street fashion brand that crashed into administration with all jobs lost owed more than £100 million when it collapsed
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:34:00 +0100Scots Labour peer lays down gauntlet to banks in maiden speech
Baroness MacLeod of Camusdarach declares lending to SMEs is 'not happening as it should'
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:30:00 +0100Edinburgh law firm announces series of promotions
Scottish law firm declares it is 'proud to recognise the significant contributions our people make' to its success
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:20:44 +0100Demonstration takes place in Glasgow in response to Belfast 'knife attack'
A large number of police officers were deployed in the city centre, with both Glasgow Bridge and Midland Street closed off to pedestrians and vehicles.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:12:05 +0100Motorcyclist in hospital following collision with police car
Emergency services were called to reports of a crash on the A82 eastbound off-slip for Old Kilpatrick at around 2.45pm on Tuesday, June 9
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:08:04 +0100Fire crews tackling blaze at block of flats in Edinburgh
Restalrig Road South is closed at the roundabout with Sleigh Drive due to a fire at a property reported to police around 7.20pm on Tuesday, June 9
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:53:13 +0100Man charged following reports of indecent exposure at country park
A man has been arrested and charged following reports of indecent exposure in the Gartmorn Dam area, part of Gartmorn Dam country park, near Sauchie.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:52:40 +0100Man arrested over Belfast 'knife attack' charged with attempted murder
A man arrested on suspicion of the Belfast 'knife attack' has been charged with attempted murder, police have said.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:21:00 +0100Bass Rock bought to protect birds against 'threats'– including offshore windfarms
Following the sale the Bass Rock and Craigleith islands in the Firth of Forth to the RSPB,. its former landowner, Sir Hew Dalrymple said that one of the reasons he sold it was to protect it against the “multiple threats” faced by the birds.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:15:08 +0100School evacuated as sunshine gives way to torrential rain and snow in Scots village
Parts of Scotland witnessed distinctly wintry scenes on Tuesday as the UK experiences a spell of unsettled weather.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:42:11 +0100Approval for up to 135 homes on site of 'Scotland's Chernobyl'
Inverclyde Council’s planning board has approved a plan in principle to build up to 135 new homes in Clune Park.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:15:00 +0100Midlothian councillors call for return of bus linking communities to Edinburgh
Councillors have urged Lothian Buses to reconsider the withdrawal of the 46 service, warning residents are being left cut off from key destinations including Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Builder Bellway bets on 'self help' amid housing sector headwinds
Investors looking for visibility beyond the current year have been left with more questions than answers
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:52:00 +0100Report warns caring responsibilities are pushing Edinburgh families into poverty
A new report from VOCAL has highlighted the growing financial pressures facing unpaid carers, with many struggling with rising costs and reduced income.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:50:00 +0100600-home housing development approved for Glasgow commuter town
Plans for a major new housing development in East Kilbride have been given the green light by South Lanarkshire councillors.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:41:00 +0100Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh unveils Messi-inspired World Cup watch parties
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is inviting football fans to celebrate Scotland's World Cup return with match screenings, food and drink, and exclusive Lionel Messi experiences.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:08:28 +0100Scotland’s first cat hotel announces plans to open later this year
Cat owners across Moray will soon be able to book their pet in for a five-star stay at Scotland’s first cat hotel, which has announced its opening plans.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0100Edinburgh father behind Scotland's first children's hospice receives lifetime award
CHAS co-founder Jack Blaik OBE has received a lifetime achievement award at the Pride of Scotland Awards in recognition of Scotland's first children's hospice.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:43:39 +0100Number of Glasgow teachers from ethnic minorities 'far too low', council hears
It comes as the number of school pupils from ethnic minorities hits a “massive figure” of one in three young people according to the city’s education boss.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:22:25 +0100Births continue to fall in Scotland in 2026, according to new statistics
The number of births has continued to fall in 2026, according to new statistics for the first quarter of this year from National Records of Scotland (NRS).
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:22:29 +0100John Swinney steps in as US revokes travel permits for Tartan Army
John Swinney has intervened after hundreds of Scotland fans had their US travel permits suddenly revoked without explanation. Some fans face missing their first World Cup appearance in 28 years due to the sudden ESTA cancellations.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:08:00 +0100Essential Scottish Water sewer works to start near Edinburgh's West End
Scottish Water is preparing to carry out four weeks of essential sewer maintenance work in the Water of Leith near Edinburgh's West End.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0100Key findings of tram consultation as majority oppose plan to build on city cycle path
68 per cent of respondents opposed a proposal to build along the Roseburn Path, compared to 23 per cent who supported the plan.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:54:00 +0100Camera Obscura launches World Cup-themed installation for Scotland fans
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is celebrating Scotland's World Cup qualification with a special football-themed Giant Kaleidosphere display in Edinburgh.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:44:53 +0100UK hot chicken brand debuts first Scottish restaurant in Glasgow
One of the UK’s fastest-growing hot chicken brands has opened its first-ever Scottish restaurant in Glasgow.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:18:08 +0100Hospital staff organise 'deeply moving' wedding ceremony for terminally ill patient
Staff at University Hospital Wishaw organised a deeply moving wedding ceremony for a terminally ill patient, making sure she could marry the love of her life.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0100The Balmoral's Bar Prince named among world's top hotel bars by Forbes
Bar Prince at The Balmoral has been recognised as one of the world's leading hotel bars after being named on the Forbes Travel Guide 2026 Hotel Star Bars list.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:48:04 +0100Record number of women apply for Scottish building company apprenticeships
A record number of women have applied for a Scottish company's building apprenticeships.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:45:01 +0100Official casts doubt on whether John Swinney will co-operate with Murrell inquiry
John Swinney's official spokesman refused to say whether the First Minister would co-operate with an inquiry into Peter Murrell.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:15:00 +0100Long-established Scottish furniture retailer to shut Glasgow showroom
Hampton & McMurray boss cites impact of car parking charges and roadworks as it prepares to close store on Renfrew Street
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:14:00 +0100'Bell to bell' mobile phone ban approved for Edinburgh high school pupils
City of Edinburgh councillors voted on Tuesday to institute a ban “from the start of the learning day until the end of the learning day”.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:09:26 +0100Simple Minds and Chaka Khan to headline BBC Radio 2 In The Park
The two big names have been confirmed for the Stirling music festival
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:58:00 +0100New report from Edinburgh University reveals how many times a week Scots eat out
Scots are eating outside the home an average of seven times a week, with out-of-home food now accounting for around a fifth of daily calorie intake.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:41:52 +0100Sacked BBC broadcaster launches new radio music show
A popular Scottish broadcaster dropped from the airwaves by the BBC is returning with a new weekend radio show. Nicola Meighan was let go from BBC Radio Scotland earlier this year as part of wider cuts to the station’s music programming.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:34:00 +0100ScotRail to run extra carriages for Zach Bryan Edinburgh concert crowds
ScotRail is increasing capacity on services to and from Edinburgh to help fans travel to Zach Bryan’s sold-out show at Scottish Gas Murrayfield.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0100Outlander star joins Màiri McAllan to mark years of cultural investment in Scotland
Actor Sam Heughan joined Scotland’s culture secretary and industry leaders to celebrate 40 years of Culture & Business Scotland and its role in securing millions for the cultural sector.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100I’ve cooked all over the world, but I’m proudest of what I’ve created in Crieff
Pâtissier & Cordon Bleu chef Sam Heeney-Governo recently launched the Love to Cook cook school and artisan bakery in Crieff.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:57:23 +0100Married dad 'used sex toy in car then fled police at excessive speeds'
Mehboob Mohammed, 53, was initially spotted by witnesses in Glasgow's Castlemilk area
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:44:00 +0100Scotland World Cup fan boost as Boston Governor extends last call to 3am
Tartan Army fans have been given a huge boost as the party won't stop early while they're in Boston after the city's top official signed off on an extension for last call.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:29:42 +0100Two boys in hospital with serious injuries after e-scooter fall
Police are appealing for information after the boys, aged 10 and 12, were found seriously injured
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:19:00 +0100Heineken UK is now the official beer and cider partner of Pride Edinburgh
Heineken UK has become the official Beer and Cider Partner of Pride Edinburgh as the brewer strengthens its support for LGBTQIA+ communities across the UK.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:49:00 +0100Sudanese man arrested after Belfast 'knife attack' leaves victim seriously hurt
A man arrested over a stabbing in Belfast, which Sir Keir Starmer described as “sickening”, is believed to be Somalian and in his 30s, and the alleged victim has significant injuries to his face, neck and back, the Police Service of Northern Irel...
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:22:54 +0100Scotland-based scientist who fought on front line returns to Ukraine as a teacher
Dr Sergiy Sylantyev has seen the war first-hand - and is now going back to help his country