In the volatile politics of 2026, it is probably best to prepare for a range of possible scenarios, writes BBC Scotland political editor Glenn Campbell.

Alastair Munro's surgery features on the series Surgeons: At the Edge of Life on BBC Two on Wednesday.

A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

Workers in southern Scotland can find themselves paying more tax than colleagues who live south of the border.

BBC Verify has been assessing if any of the pledges to cut energy bills made in the Holyrood election campaign can actually be delivered.

The facility at Lochee Med­ical Centre in Dundee is part of a network of clinics where patients have access to GP-led care without an appointment.

Scott Mutch, from Ellon, was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a blue Ford people carrier north of Murcar on Thursday 23 April.

The envelopes incorrectly say photo identification will be needed to vote in the Scottish Parliament elections.

Three-year-old Archie Donald, who had a chronic kidney condition, died on 20 November 2019 after suffering from an infection.

Drivers are being warned to expect long delays on Wednesday morning as a result of the work.

A change in ferries had led to the situation on Tiree.

Footballer Dujon Sterling has also been fined after crashing his car while almost three times over the drink driving limit.

Nadia Pinkney created the collection for her fashion degree at Heriot Watt University in 2016.

New research has shown a 28% growth in shops selling vape products in Scottish towns and cities - concentrated in the most deprived areas.

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Why one major retailer wants stricter regulation of the industry.

Under-30s prefer "experiences" and pre-arranged activities with people they know to jostling with crowds of strangers in a packed pub.

Kirsty Geddes found the artefacts under the floorboards of a Dumfries attic.

Allan McNish knows more than most about motorsport's highs and lows as he starts a new role with Audi.

The Lipton Cup, stolen from a Glasgow museum, is valued at nearly £500,000 but as a symbol of sportsmanship some regard it as priceless.

High ticket prices, expensive accommodation and train fares way above normal rates. If you want to book a World Cup trip now, this is what it would cost.

BBC Verify has been fact-checking the political parties and seen some questionable claims at the forefront of the debate.

Explore the policies of the main parties in Scotland and compare where they stand on key issues with this interactive guide.

The key battlegrounds which could tell us how May's election will go across Scotland.

They include a leaders debate, daily online live pages, analysis, fact checking, audience-driven stories as well as a rolling results programme.

Pollsters say there are plenty of undecided voters - but few have a positive view of politicians.

An improved system to safeguard the anonymous vote will be used across Scotland on 7 May.

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.

Voters will elect the next Members of the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 7 May.

Claims made by leaders of six political parties who took part in a TV debate for the 2026 Holyrood election campaign are checked.

All you need to know about the upcoming election in Scotland, clearly and quickly explained.

A quick guide to Holyrood's voting system and how your ballots are counted.

Nadia Pinkney created the collection for her fashion degree at Heriot Watt University in 2016.

Alastair Munro's surgery features on the series Surgeons: At the Edge of Life on BBC Two on Wednesday.

Scott Mutch, from Ellon, was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a blue Ford people carrier north of Murcar on Thursday 23 April.

Workers in southern Scotland can find themselves paying more tax than colleagues who live south of the border.

The facility at Lochee Med­ical Centre in Dundee is part of a network of clinics where patients have access to GP-led care without an appointment.

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill believes Hearts are in a strong position to become regular title contenders in the Scottish Premiership.

Haiti's record scorer talks of his link to Scotland before facing them at the World Cup, and how he recently escaped Iran.

Watch Chris Kane's goal in Dunfermline Athletic's 1-0 Scottish Premiership play-off quarter-final first-leg win against Arbroath.

Vote to find out what goal will be crowned Scotland's greatest.

Tom & Andy discuss Jamie Ritchie joining the Warriors and preview Scotland v France