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Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:36:47 GMT
NHS will be pursued if gender policies don't change, equalities watchdog says
It comes after a Supreme Court ruling that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:47:58 GMT
Supreme Court ruling 'has dire consequences for all trans people'
Campaigners say the trans community is now worried that "people are coming after their right to exist" as a result of the ruling.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:07:59 GMT
Wrestling saved me from gangs and jail – now it's helping other kids
Scottish professional wrestler Ravie Davie left gang life to teach kids how to wrestle.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:27:12 GMT
Women's campaigners celebrate court win - but what will it change?
There were scenes of jubilation for women's campaigners outside the Supreme Court as the ruling was read out.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:44:53 GMT
Scotland's papers: Supreme Court ruling and fire bomber bounty
The "landmark" gender ruling at the Supreme Court and the ongoing gangland feud make the front pages.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:08:29 GMT
'My biker son was killed - drivers need to open their eyes'
Iain Dominick's son was killed in a crash in the Highlands and wants to spare others the pain of such a loss.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:18:40 GMT
Goodburn overcomes cancer diagnosis & 'demons' to win silver
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn fights back tears after overcoming mental "demons" to claim 50m breaststroke silver at the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships, having been diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours last year.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:35:35 GMT
Bomb squad called over 'suspicious item' in Edinburgh
Police Scotland said officers were sent to Loglanlea Gardens in the city's Craigmillar area just before 17:00.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:38:22 GMT
Woman jailed for three years for violent attack on baby
A court was told the infant's injuries were so serious they resembled those suffered in a car crash.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:21:33 GMT
Call for vaccine review after flu deaths surge
Campaigners blame a reduction in free vaccine eligibility for the highest death figures in four decades.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:49:42 GMT
Voyeur hid cameras under desk of woman in office
A man who installed cameras under the desk of a woman at his office has been given a community sentence for voyeurism.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:44:44 GMT
US consulate threatened with closure under Musk cuts
The diplomatic mission has had a presence in Edinburgh since the 18th century, but could be closed under State Department cuts.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:39:03 GMT
Ex-snooker champion in court over alleged child sex offences
Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott had his bail extended during the appearance at the High Court in Glasgow.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:15:13 GMT
Five key takeaways from Supreme Court ruling
BBC social affairs editor Alison Holt looks at what the key takeaways of the Supreme Court ruling are.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 17:37:00 GMT
What does the 'definition of a woman' ruling mean for sport?
The UK Supreme Court's ruling could have wide implications, including in sport.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:11:30 GMT
Firebombs and masked attacks - how a gangland feud escalated
A feud between rival gangs in Glasgow and Edinburgh has escalated with firebomb attacks and physical violence in recent weeks.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:11:00 GMT
Wood takeover - good news or another loss for Scottish business?
The engineering giant could be sold to a Dubai-based firm - but London is noticing the threat from losing control of significant industries.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:12:46 GMT
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:58:41 GMT
Why not nationalise Grangemouth after British Steel takeover?
The UK government has taken control of the Scunthorpe plant under emergency powers - the SNP believes the oil refinery at Grangemouth should also be nationalised.

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:14:42 GMT
'We saved a 200-year-old pub in a forgotten part of Scotland'
How the community in Wigtown stepped in to stop a historic hostelry being turned into flats.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:35:35 GMT
Bomb squad called over 'suspicious item' in Edinburgh
Police Scotland said officers were sent to Loglanlea Gardens in the city's Craigmillar area just before 17:00.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:08:29 GMT
'My biker son was killed - drivers need to open their eyes'
Iain Dominick's son was killed in a crash in the Highlands and wants to spare others the pain of such a loss.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:47:58 GMT
Supreme Court ruling 'has dire consequences for all trans people'
Campaigners say the trans community is now worried that "people are coming after their right to exist" as a result of the ruling.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:07:17 GMT
Council votes for nursery closure plan despite parent protest
Parents in the Borders say they are "disheartened" that plans to shut six sites were not put on hold.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:38:22 GMT
Woman jailed for three years for violent attack on baby
A court was told the infant's injuries were so serious they resembled those suffered in a car crash.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:24:11 GMT
Ferguson demands 'discipline' against 'tournament favourites' Bilbao
Barry Ferguson wants his Rangers players to emulate the side he helped captain to the Uefa Cup final in 2008 when they face Athletic Bilbao in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday night.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:18:40 GMT
Goodburn overcomes cancer diagnosis & 'demons' to win silver
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn fights back tears after overcoming mental "demons" to claim 50m breaststroke silver at the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships, having been diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours last year.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:51 GMT
St Mirren striker set for MLS move - gossip
St Mirren to receive a fee for forward before contract expiration, while son of former Rangers midfielder is linked with a switch to Ibrox from the Bundesliga.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT
Scottish Football Podcast
We look ahead to Rangers' Europa League quarter-final second leg at Athletic Bilbao.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:30:09 GMT
Seven nations plan 2030 & 2034 Commonwealth bids
Fears that Glasgow 2026 might be the last ever Commonwealth Games are alleviated after seven nations lodge official expressions of interest to host in 2030 or 2034.

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