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Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:15:18 GMT
Nine seats that could decide Scotland's election
The key battlegrounds which could tell us how May's election will go across Scotland.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:28:48 GMT
Swinney denies SNP grocery price cap is 'potty gimmick'
The first minister defends his party's plans to impose a limit on the cost of "essential" items.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:47:29 GMT
Scotland's papers: Sexual harassment complaints and BrewDog debts
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:17:24 GMT
'It's like climbing half the Eiger': Escalator plan for notorious Aberdeen staircase
People welcome plans to finally install escalators in an Aberdeen shopping centre after 42 years.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:15:49 GMT
'Tori Amos tracked me down to say she loved my art'
The singer bought several items designed by Glasgow artist Anita Glass and wanted to tell her how much she liked them.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:16:41 GMT
Sinatra fan Jimmy does it his way to keep promise to late wife
Jimmy Moir went to L.A. to see where his idol made his music - and ended up with a few surprises.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:14:55 GMT
Monk missing from Orkney island presumed dead, says church
Justin Evans, 24, was last seen within Golgotha Monastery on Papa Stronsay.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:49:18 GMT
Team Scotland condemns 'abhorrent' racist abuse aimed at its models
Racist comments have been made about the models who showcased the outfits, accusing them of not being Scottish.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:54:59 GMT
About 15,000 drivers can pursue Arnold Clark data breach claim
Lord Sandison said the claimants can bring group proceedings at the Court of Session after the 2022 data breach.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:49:51 GMT
Supermarket food prices to be capped under SNP manifesto pledge
The cost of "essential" items such as bread, milk and cheese are to be limited under John Swinney's plan.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:26:46 GMT
Extradition delay 'crushing' for former pupils
Alleged victims of the former teacher had flown to South Africa for an extradition hearing that was called off.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:23:06 GMT
Paisley Alive festival killed off due to low ticket sales
Organisers behind the Paisley Alive event had intended to combine music acts like Emeli Sande with health and fitness sessions.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:23:19 GMT
Celtic fan banned from football matches for three years
Ciaran Wason was also ordered to do 250 hours of unpaid work following an incident in December 2024.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:39:36 GMT
CalMac's dual-fuel ferry has run solely on diesel since July
The cleaner-burning gas propulsion system for Glen Sannox is not currently being used, the operator confirms.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:12:42 GMT
The SNP's manifesto pledges analysed
We have analysed some of the policies in the Scottish National Party's manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:14:31 GMT
The SNP's Scottish election manifesto at-a-glance
The party has announced its policy plans ahead of the Holyrood poll on 7 May.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:08:58 GMT
Life after Logan Roy - Brian Cox takes up directing just before turning 80
The Succession star says Glenrothan - his directorial debut - is a "love letter to Scotland".

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
'He's a liar' - Sarwar's latest spat with Reform
Scottish Labour leader clashed with Malcolm Offord in a TV debate.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:26:10 GMT
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:12:49 GMT
Indoor American Football: Will this new sport work in the UK?
A new Arena League American Football team in Glasgow has attracted scepticism head of their opening game.

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:29:55 GMT
I was minutes from dying - then I heard the lifeboat crewman's voice
A woman is reunited with the lifeboat crew who saved her life after her paddleboard was swept out to sea

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:14:21 GMT
Scottish Greens' manifesto pledges analysed
BBC Scotland journalists have analysed some of the policies in the Scottish Greens' manifesto for the 2026 Holyrood election.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:30:06 GMT
The BBC Scotland election debate fact-checked
Claims made by leaders of six political parties who took part in a TV debate for the 2026 Holyrood election campaign are checked.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:42:25 GMT
How tax and welfare are shaping the vote in the Scottish election
In recent years Scotland has struck out on a different path to the rest of the UK when it comes to income tax and social security.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:23:41 GMT
A simple guide to the Scottish Parliament election 2026
Voters will elect the next Members of the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 7 May.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:48:55 GMT
Scottish election explained in under 60 seconds
All you need to know about the upcoming election in Scotland, clearly and quickly explained.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:42:58 GMT
Peach and lilac? The Scottish ballots explained
A quick guide to Holyrood's voting system and how your ballots are counted.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:03:29 GMT
How you can follow the election on BBC Scotland
They include a leaders debate, daily online live pages, analysis, fact checking, audience-driven stories as well as a rolling results programme.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:15:18 GMT
Nine seats that could decide Scotland's election
The key battlegrounds which could tell us how May's election will go across Scotland.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:08:58 GMT
Life after Logan Roy - Brian Cox takes up directing just before turning 80
The Succession star says Glenrothan - his directorial debut - is a "love letter to Scotland".

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:17:24 GMT
'It's like climbing half the Eiger': Escalator plan for notorious Aberdeen staircase
People welcome plans to finally install escalators in an Aberdeen shopping centre after 42 years.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:32:58 GMT
Council apologises for 'unavoidable' payment disruption
Scottish Borders Council says the problems will be temporary as it moves to a new system with "improved payment options".

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:11:15 GMT
Victim speaks out after Dundee rapist sentenced
The woman described Nicholas Grannell as a "manipulative and dangerous predator".

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:31:32 GMT
McGlynn worthy of Celtic consideration - Lennon
Neil Lennon reckons John McGlynn should be "in the conversation" to become the next Celtic manager as the Dunfermline Athletic boss aims to get the better of his Falkirk counterpart in Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:24:13 GMT
Wills starts as Scotland make one change to face England
Sale Sharks centre Evie Wills replaces the injured Emma Orr as Scotland make just one change from their win over Wales as England visit Murrayfield on Saturday.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:14:02 GMT
He was January's surprise deadline-day move - how is Wilson doing?
The biggest surprise of January's transfer deadline day came when Tottenham signed teenager James Wilson from Hearts. BBC Sport looks at how he is doing.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:42:04 GMT
St Mirren have proof they can beat Celtic - McLeish
St Mirren have been there, done it and are more than capable of doing it again in Sunday's Scottish Cup semi-final against Celtic, interim manager Craig McLeish says.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:03:58 GMT
Stewart banned from Hampden over referee criticism - gossip
Former Scotland midfielder Michael Stewart accuses the SFA of "trying to silence voices of dissent" after his stadium ban, Rangers face competition from FC Koln for Hacken midfielder, while two Dundee United players could miss the rest of the season ...

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