Scotland BBC

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:28:24 GMT
Staff say maternity ward is 'unsafe' as inspectors criticise delays
The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow is ordered to improve its patient safety and cleanliness.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:13:30 GMT
Crime boss Steven Lyons to challenge Spain extradition bid
Lyons' lawyer confirmed that he is planning to oppose the move when his client appears before Amsterdam District Court.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:10:00 GMT
Scotland's papers: 'Indy fraud' reported to police and Murrell legal aid row
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:14:14 GMT
My husband has been missing on Ben Nevis since February
Brian McGillicuddy, from New York, was reported missing almost four months ago during a trip to climb the UK's highest peak.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:15:12 GMT
Miniature model maker recreates Glasgow landmark destroyed by fire
The recycled cardboard model depicts Union Corner's iconic dome and roof signs.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:14:54 GMT
Highland Council seek views on 'areas of linguistic significance'
Highland Council is proposing using powers in the new Scottish Languages Act.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:45:42 GMT
Swinney says £660,000 independence fund used on SNP 'objectives'
Questions over the fund led to the police investigation that has exposed Peter Murrell's £400,000 embezzlement.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:45:48 GMT
Farm decides to slaughter 271 cattle after inspection found rule breach
Owners are legally required to report births and movements of cattle, but the animals were found to be "unidentifiable and untraceable".

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:29:05 GMT
Woman killed and two injured after country road crash
The woman, who was a passenger in a Suzuki S-Cross, was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision on the A714.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:31:43 GMT
Scottish government found in contempt over Salmond files
The Court of Session said the Scottish government repeatedly missed dates to disclose information requested by FOI.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:52:11 GMT
Jury urged to acquit teens accused of Kayden Moy beach murder
Jay Stewart, 18, and a 15-year-old who can't be named for legal reasons are accused of murdering Kayden Moy on 17 May 2025.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:42:49 GMT
Man admits choking musician to death after bottle attack
Walademar Jaronski killed Iain MacFarlane last December after the musician offered him a place to stay.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:27:18 GMT
'Absolute chaos': Town centre road shuts with 50-mile diversion
Businesses in Sanquhar say the closure of the A76 through the heart of their town is a "shambles".

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:26:41 GMT
Will Aberdeen's energy future decide the by-election?
The forthcoming poll in the north-east is a reflection of a local and national debate about Scotland's energy future.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Scotcast: GB Energy: We can bring bills down
Fraser Stewart is 'excited' about our energy future.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:40:11 GMT
Back shaving & biggest posers - the Scotland squad in their own words
John McGinn packed an European plug adaptor. Lyndon Dykes follows Ryan Christie around like a dog. Liam Kelly shaves Grant Hanley's back. Often.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:26:21 GMT
We now know how Peter Murrell embezzled from the SNP - but not why
Details revealed in court show the persistence, cynicism and devious tactics used by the former chief executive.

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:04:43 GMT
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:27:49 GMT
Could my rare muscle condition be traced back to my Orkney roots?
Stuart Flett comes from an Orkney family which it is suspected may harbour a unique genetic trait.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:30:05 GMT
How former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell spent the £400,000 he embezzled
BBC Scotland News has collated all of the goods bought by ex-SNP chief executive Peter Murrell in his £400,000 embezzlement.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:51:56 GMT
In pictures: Motorhome and wine coaster among items embezzled by Murrell
Peter Murrell appeared at the High Court in Edinburgh on Tuesday when details of the way he tried to cover up his crimes were read out.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Scotcast: How Peter Murrell did it
Details of ex-SNP chief exec's crimes have been heard in court.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:13:55 GMT
'He's causing havoc': Parrot loose in Inverness blamed for damage to cars
Residents of Lochardil say the parakeet is pecking chunks out of parts of their cars.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:30:20 GMT
I've donated part of my brain to help find a cure for dementia
Aidan McAllister gave permission for doctors to take a part of his healthy brain matter to use for dementia research.

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:48:00 GMT
My grandfather helped Brazil develop its footballing skills
Archie McLean moved to Brazil in the early 20th Century, where he became involved in the game during its early years.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:19:02 GMT
Arrest made a year after man found dead on Princes Street
The 50-year-old man, who has not been named, was found unresponsive in Edinburgh city centre on 25 June last year.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:14:14 GMT
My husband has been missing on Ben Nevis since February
Brian McGillicuddy, from New York, was reported missing almost four months ago during a trip to climb the UK's highest peak.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57:02 GMT
Exit package for Sport Aberdeen boss worth more than £100,000
Alistair Robertson left the organisation in 2024 and his position was replaced with a chief executive role.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:29:05 GMT
Woman killed and two injured after country road crash
The woman, who was a passenger in a Suzuki S-Cross, was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision on the A714.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:43:38 GMT
Villagers cannot go home for two months during ground movement probe
Almost 100 properties in a former Clackmannanshire mining village were evacuated last week after reports of "unsafe structures".

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:25:39 GMT
Remembering Scotland's World Cup bogeymen of finals gone by
Since their first attempt in 1954 there's always been some kind of misfortune lurking in the shadows for Scotland at World Cups, writes Tom English.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:36:46 GMT
Celtic hold talks with Keane, plan discussions with O'Neill - gossip
Talks continue over future of Celtic manager post as Hibernian midfielder is linked with West Ham.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT
Podcast: What is it actually like to play at a World Cup?
We ask what the experience of playing at a World Cup is as Scotland are set to return.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:24:03 GMT
How Scotland found their base camp for 'travelling' World Cup
Gary Dicker and Steven Naismith explain why Scotland picked Charlotte FC as their World Cup base.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:40:11 GMT
Back shaving & biggest posers - the Scotland squad in their own words
John McGinn packed an European plug adaptor. Lyndon Dykes follows Ryan Christie around like a dog. Liam Kelly shaves Grant Hanley's back. Often.

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