More than 100 new posts will be created as part of the deployment of Poseidon maritime aircraft at the Moray base.

Striker Leigh Griffiths is sent home from Celtic's training base in Newport while allegations of improper online behaviour are investigated.

Claims footballer Leigh Griffiths sent messages to a teenager and fears over escalating Covid rates lead the papers.

The cytosponge will be offered to some patients as a non-invasive alternative to an endoscopy.

An RBS survey of recruiters suggests a shortage of candidates has "placed upwards pressure" on pay.

The Crook Inn in the Borders closed in 2006 - after more than 400 years of continuous operation.

Nicola Sturgeon says it would not be responsible to make guarantees in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and Dr Gray's Hospital in Elgin have postponed all non-urgent procedures.

In summer 2020, there was talk of being "not far away" from eliminating the virus. That did not happen, but is there still cause for optimism?

A £4m government scheme will see patients receive a Buvidal injection every 28 days instead of taking daily medication.

John Scott, who built up a pallet-making empire, plans to "recreate the crofting land" on Linga in Shetland.

The Scottish government is considering whether to follow England in easing rules in schools and for the fully vaccinated.

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

With Scotland and England on the road out of lockdown, does political pressure encourage a "four nation" approach?

Scotland's capital has seen positive coronavirus cases reach unprecedented levels in the last two weeks. So, why might that be?

The documents could be used in an international vaccine passport programme enabling foreign travel.

As vaccination reduces serious illness from Covid-19, the Scottish government is changing its strategy.

The next phase of lockdown easing will see larger groups meeting. So what new freedoms are coming and when?

Many Scottish council areas saw restrictions ease earlier this month, but some remained at the same level.

The number of weekly cases among 0-14 year olds is now higher than in early January, figures show.

Scotland has put the brakes on easing Covid restrictions this summer but there is confidence it is just a pause.

Some of the most recent answers to your questions about the pandemic in Scotland.

Shoplifting slumped but assaults on police officers went up during a "unique year" for crime levels in Scotland.

The link between Covid cases and hospital admissions seems to be weakening - but when will we know for sure?

Sam Heughan has created a scholarship and scriptwriting competition at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Pearl-bordered fritillary numbers are rising at one site - with some unusual assistance.

Young women speak to the BBC about being sexually harassed, assaulted or groomed by men at gigs while underage.

Yen Lau describes her Lyme disease as an "invisible disease" that can cause days of sickness and fatigue.

Supporters are calling for a clean fuel strategy but critics are not sure about hydrogen's role.

Talks between the SNP and the Greens about a Holyrood "co-operation arrangement" are entering a new phase.

Amid high case numbers, Nicola Sturgeon has said it would not be responsible to have a guaranteed timetable for lifting Covid restrictions.

Tatenda Gentle has been making music throughout the pandemic, but he has never been to a live gig before.

The flooding caused trains in the capital to be stopped and homes, bars and businesses were affected.

A Scottish fisherman says post-Brexit rules means three hours worth of paperwork for each EU order.

A rare white puffin has been spotted on a small island off the Scottish coast.

The British and Irish Lions overcome rising coronavirus uncertainty to claim a composed eight-try win against the Sharks.

A world-class field and the return of fans adds significance to this week's Scottish Open.

Have Rangers rejected £10m Porto bid for Alfredo Morelos, or are the Portuguese side still weighing up their options? It's Thursday's gossip...

British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland believes the series against South Africa will happen despite Covid outbreaks in both teams' camps.