Scotland Herald
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:41:45 +0000Only one place in Scotland makes list of UK's 'happiest' towns and cities
More than 19,500 people took part in Rightmove’s 2025 happy at home survey
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:31:53 +0000Is Cloudflare down? Users report error 500 in second outage within months
Is Cloudflare down? Users have reported an error 500 issue as software goes down for second time within months
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:10:00 +0000Could this 'prosperous' little neighbourhood be the coolest in Scotland?
Why this 'prosperous' little neighbourhood in Scotland could be the best and coolest for young people to live in the whole of the country.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:12:09 +0000Motorists warned after Edinburgh City Bypass closed after crash
One of Scotland’s busiest stretches of road has been closed following a crash.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:49:48 +0000Commuters face disruption as fault hits trains on Forth Rail Bridge
Rail travel into Edinburgh has been disrupted after a signaling fault hit services crossing the Forth Bridge.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:47:00 +0000'Atmospheric' Scottish village named among UK's 'prettiest' to visit this winter
Why this 'atmospheric' and 'remarkable' Scottish village that has been used to film Outlander is among the prettiest to visit in the UK this winter.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:30:00 +0000Funding for young athletes continues in the spirit of one of golf's biggest fans
The charity has provided more than £300,000 of support to young athletes since 2023
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:35:00 +0000Boss of award-winning Scottish company says 'frustration' led to its creation
Scottish company chief talks about how 'frustration' led to the business being formed
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:33:00 +0000‘We can’t wait to add our personality': Historic Scottish city centre pub sold
A western-themed nightclub owner has taken over a pub in a historic city centre
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:32:00 +0000History shows importance of strong foundations as AI booms
Winners of Nobel prize for economics highlight continuing importance of key Adam Smith question
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:29:00 +0000Edinburgh investment chief slams 'power grab' by US activist
A US-based hedge fund has been accused of attempting a further “power grab” to seize control of a major investment trust run from the Scottish capital.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0000Rewilding success offers hope for long-term survival of Scotland’s red squirrels
The range of red squirrels in the Scottish Highlands has increased by more than 25% following a 10-year reintroduction project by rewilding charity Trees for Life.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:32:00 +0000'Game-changer' for Scottish rail engineer at bleak time for Scottish industry
Rare boost for Scottish industry amid challenges at Grangemouth, Alexander Dennis and Mossmorran
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000'Dangerous and inaccessible': Footpath diversion sparks safety concerns
Edinburgh Council has been criticised for closing a well-used footpath on health and safety grounds and introducing a diversion locals say is "profoundly unsafe" and "non-accessible".
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:30:00 +0000UK government vows 'largest reduction' in child poverty but charities sceptical
The UK Government’s long-awaited child poverty strategy will “deliver the largest reduction in child poverty since records began”, Labour ministers have promised.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:33:07 +0000M8 motorway closed near Glasgow Airport due to police incident
The M8 motorway is closed due to a police incident.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:01:45 +0000Arrest after man pronounced dead at house in Inverness
Strathspey Place in Inverness was cordoned off after police were called to a house at about 8.30am on Thursday.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:32:23 +0000Inchgreen will 'return to former glory' with 1,750 jobs boost, says Rachel Reeves
Inchgreen will be ‘back to its former glory’ and providing jobs and investment for Inverclyde within the next two years, the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:22:14 +0000Closure of last bank branch in Scottish town with 11,000 residents delayed
Bank of Scotland customers in Largs have received good news that the under threat premises in Main Street is to stay open until the summer.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:39:16 +0000Keir Starmer brands Nigel Farage ‘toxic’ over Glasgow language comments
Sir Keir Starmer has branded Nigel Farage a “toxic” and “divisive disgrace” as he condemned the Reform UK leader's attack on Glasgow.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:28:16 +0000Scottish NHS board suspends routine hospital visits due to sharp rise in infections
Visiting restrictions have been implemented at Ayrshire's hospitals following a sharp rise in viral respiratory infections.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:08:47 +0000Burning smell forces London to San Francisco flight to divert to Edinburgh
A flight from London to San Francisco declared and emergency before diverting to Edinburgh.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 18:23:35 +0000Two people taken to hospital after crash sparks closure of A9
Two people have been taken to hospital after a crash sparked the closure of the A9 in both directions.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 18:16:05 +0000Global footwear brand to open first ever store in Scotland at designer outlet
Livingston Designer Outlet has announced that global footwear brand Crocs will open its only store in Scotland on Friday December 12 within the outlet.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:44:44 +0000Four men accused of having gun, ammunition and dirty money at Glasgow Hilton hotel
The offences are said to have taken place at the location on William Street near the city's Anderston on December 2, 2025.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:27:54 +0000Road in Glasgow's west end closed following serious road traffic crash
A road in Glasgow is closed following a serious road traffic crash.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000'Landmark' deal hailed as Edinburgh investment giant takes on Stagecoach pension
Stagecoach pension scheme members can look forward to improved benefits, new sponsor says
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:47:53 +0000Brother-in-law of Humza Yousaf on trial on extortion and drug charges
The brother in law of former First Minister Humza Yousaf has gone on trial accused of extorting money and supplying the Class A drugs heroin and cocaine.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:27:41 +0000Six universities join forces to commercialise research for Scotland’s future
Six universities have joined forces to launch a pioneering initiative that will strengthen commercialisation and innovation across Scotland’s modern and smaller universities and the college sector.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:28:33 +0000Is Scotland’s grooming-gang review just the latest SNP announceable?
The SNP’s announcement on group-based child sexual abuse was meant to show urgency — instead it sowed confusion.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:04:19 +0000Government body warns customers against eating food from Scottish meal prep firm
A government body has warned customers not to eat any pre-prepared meals or products from Alloa’s Soupbox Meal Prep, a firm which claims it supplies Celtic FC, Hearts, and Glasgow City FC.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:57:19 +0000Approval secured for 200-acre regeneration of former Ravenscraig Steelworks site
The regeneration of the former Ravenscraig Steelworks has reached a 'major milestone' with the approval of extensive extraction and remediation works covering 200 acres of previously unusable land.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:42:45 +0000Drone technology used to seed over two million trees at Edinburgh water source
A 'groundbreaking' woodland creation project in the Scottish Borders has seen advanced drone technology deployed to seed over two million native trees across inaccessible upland areas.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:22:06 +0000New exhibition lifts curtain on historic panto tradition
A special exhibition celebrating the rich history of Glaswegian and Scottish pantomime has officially opened at Glasgow City Chambers, offering visitors a festive journey through one of Scotland’s most beloved traditions.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:12:29 +0000Council approves 'landmark' sprinkler retrofit programme for tower blocks
Fife Council’s Cabinet Committee has today (Thursday) agreed a "landmark" decision to further enhance fire safety across its high-rise housing stock.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000NSPCC says 'inconsistent' sex education is putting children in danger
NSPCC Scotland has launched a campaign to make relationships, sexual health and parenting (RSHP) education compulsory.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:55:21 +0000'Landmark stage': Plans for new hospital go to Scottish Government for final approval
Plans for a "trailblazing" new £700 million hospital have gone to the Scottish Government for final approval.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:49:32 +0000Swinney condemns Farage over 'racist views' as school language row escalates
The First Minister Joh Swinney has told journalists the Reform UK leader Nigel Farage holds views that are 'simply racist'.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:17:00 +0000'Deeply concerning': Primary backer quits job-saving Acorn carbon capture scheme
On Thursday morning, carbon removal firm Storegga confirmed they would be pulling out of the scheme, following a ‘strategic review’.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:25:01 +0000Swinney rejects calls for probe into Constance as grooming-gangs row deepens
John Swinney has insisted a new national review into group-based child sexual abuse will be genuinely independent, rejecting claims that public bodies are marking their own homework.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:53:15 +0000Famed Scottish course appoints new head of golf
One of Scotland's most prestigious links destinations has expanded its management team with the newly-created role of head of golf
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:57:33 +0000Finance giant’s plan for new homes at former tram depot site refused
A pensions giant’s plans to redevelop offices on the site of a former Scottish city trams depot have been rejected
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:16:34 +00006,000 sign letter urging Chancellor to 'fast track' proposed oil and gas tax regime
Rachel Reeves was heavily criticised by the energy industry last week after declining to scrap the energy profit levy.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000The Bro Code - new programme aims to address rising misogyny amongst young people
A Scottish playwright and teacher have teamed up to create a set of materials to help counter harmful attitudes to women.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:44:38 +0000'Shaken not stirred': Bar launches charity cocktail after theft of giant nutcracker
Copper Blossom is donating £5 from each sale of the drink to charity Cash for Kids, in a bid to spread Christmas cheer following the loss of Nolan.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0000'No surprise' as golf's professional workforce moves into management
The PGA's Joe Kelly says the trend is in line with the evolution of the golf industry
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:15:09 +0000'Increasing concern' for missing Glasgow man last seen in Rangers FC top
Cops are searching for a missing Glasgow man who was last seen wearing a Rangers FC top.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:13:28 +0000Details revealed of why police closed off street near Hilton Hotel
Details have been revealed as to why cops closed William Street in Glasgow.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:46:45 +0000Man, 20, charged in connection with attempted murder after early morning stabbing
A 40-year-old man was taken to Ninewells Hospital for treatment for a stab injury.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:52:57 +0000Scottish investor gives Reform UK £100,000 as party outstrips rivals in donations
Scottish investor William Alan McIntosh donates £100,000 to Reform UK as the party reports £10.3m in quarterly fundraising, far ahead of Labour and the Conservatives.