Scotland BBC

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:39:25 GMT
Crew in Lewis fishing boat tragedy named by police
The alarm was raised after the men's fishing boat failed to return as planned to Lewis on Tuesday.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:17:37 GMT
Fewer than 800 Scots have received jabs for weight loss on NHS, BBC finds
Only five of Scotland's 14 health boards currently offer the treatment specifically for weight loss, it has emerged.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:18:00 GMT
What does Andy Burnham have up his sleeve as he crashes SNP conference?
The prime minister's first substantive visit to Scotland coincides with the SNP's conference in Aberdeen.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:52:02 GMT
Scotland's papers: Fishing boat tragedy and Ferris cause of death
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:55:20 GMT
Outlander star criticises data centre plan for nuclear site
Sam Heughan questions the economic benefits of a massive development proposed at Chapelcross near Annan.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:44:36 GMT
Rare banknotes donated to charity shop sell for more than £85,000
Volunteers at the shop noticed the potential significance of the collection and passed it on to experts.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:57:21 GMT
I do not have confidence UK is safe from Russian threats - Swinney
The first minister speaks to BBC Scotland News ahead of the SNP's annual conference in Aberdeen.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:35:40 GMT
Dog that hunts invasive 'sea vomit' honoured as animal of the year
Sgiath is thought to be the UK's first sea squirt-hunting dog and has been trained to sniff out the marine pest.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:04:46 GMT
Swimmer Archie Goodburn thanks prime minister as brain cancer review announced
The Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:06:58 GMT
Ferries cancelled and disrupted as strong gales and rain hit Scotland
The Met Office confirmed a gust of 109mph was recorded near Applecross in Wester Ross.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:08:47 GMT
Jury sent home for night in trial of police officer accused of island rapes
Carmichael John Williamson, 32, from Shetland, is on trial at the High Court in Edinburgh.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:13:37 GMT
Burnham - Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas decisions coming 'shortly'
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has urged the prime minister to stop "faffing about" with the North Sea oil and gas fields.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:02:03 GMT
Grand Theft Auto boss denies trying to keep tabs on union membership
An employment tribunal in Glasgow hears that managers were being sent details of private staff messages by an anonymous employee.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 06:49:24 GMT
Fourth union joins strike at Glasgow Caledonian University
Staff with the Unite union are to join colleagues from the UCU, the EIS and Unison in walking out on Thursday.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:42:37 GMT
Bishop in bullying case suspended again just months before retiring
Anne Dyer, the Scottish Episcopal Church's Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney, was earlier suspended in 2022.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:38:13 GMT
Barlinnie water problems continue for seventh day
Most areas of the prison have now suffered disruption to the water supply since the issue was reported last Thursday.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:10:23 GMT
Cocaine worth £1.6m seized from Glasgow flat
Two people were arrested over the find in Glasgow's Holm Street.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Scotcast - What does this AI safety tester really know?
Artificial intelligence expert on technology’s potential threats.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:02:27 GMT
More tea? How Scotland's crops of the future could be set to change
Experts are examining the ways Scotland's farmers might diversify and adapt to a changing climate.

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:15:59 GMT
'Glamour gran' to make history at Miss Great Britain beauty pageant
Ann Marie Harper, 71, from Prestwick, will be the oldest contender in the competition's 81-year-history.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:40:25 GMT
I was told I had depression for 14 years until I got sectioned - it was bipolar
Kimberley Atkinson assumed her symptoms were depression until her behaviour started to change dramatically.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:34:11 GMT
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:31:14 GMT
How drones are hunting fires hidden beneath the Cairngorms
Dramatic flames from the huge Cairngorms wildfire in July have disappeared - but hot spots can continue to burn beneath the earth.

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT
Scotcast - Will Burnham’s Brexit-bashing sway SNP voters?
Andy Burnham to push for new post-Brexit deals at EU summit.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:02:04 GMT
'Alcohol and drugs ruined my band - I'm glad to have another chance'
The Temperance Movement are back with their first album in eight years, after an acrimonious break-up.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 10:14:10 GMT
BBC Scotland presenter Amy Irons expecting first baby
She broke the news on BBC Radio Scotland's The Saturday Show which she presents alongside co-host Steven Mill.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:55:20 GMT
Outlander star criticises data centre plan for nuclear site
Sam Heughan questions the economic benefits of a massive development proposed at Chapelcross near Annan.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:39:25 GMT
Crew in Lewis fishing boat tragedy named by police
The alarm was raised after the men's fishing boat failed to return as planned to Lewis on Tuesday.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:13:37 GMT
Burnham - Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas decisions coming 'shortly'
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has urged the prime minister to stop "faffing about" with the North Sea oil and gas fields.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:35:55 GMT
Drivers urged not to use cycle path 'shortcut' during roadworks
The path between Thornhill and Penpont is meant to be used by cyclists, walkers and wheelchair users.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:02:27 GMT
More tea? How Scotland's crops of the future could be set to change
Experts are examining the ways Scotland's farmers might diversify and adapt to a changing climate.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:30:04 GMT
Why Souness rejected Barcelona when he left Liverpool
Liverpool legend Graeme Souness reveals he rejected the chance to sign for Barcelona when he left the European champions.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT
Listen: Will Celtic bounce back in Lisbon - and how will Hearts start?
Celtic face a huge European test at Benfica while Hearts have a Conference League opener.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:06:08 GMT
Napoli back McTominay to stay amid Real links - gossip
Napoli believe Scott McTominay wants to extend his contract despite reports of Real Madrid interest, while Duncan Ferguson is linked with the manager's job with Glentoran.

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