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Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:57:41 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Almost 40% of 16 and 17-year-olds receive vaccine
The Scottish government hopes to have offered everyone in the age group a first dose by late September.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:15:58 GMT
All hospital car parking charges in Scotland to be scrapped
The Scottish government has struck deals worth £35m to buy out the car parks at Ninewells Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:32:45 GMT
Scotland's papers: Afghanistan airlift and Black Watch soldiers move in
The ongoing evacuation of Kabul makes the front pages of Scotland's papers as the withdrawal deadline nears.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:34:31 GMT
Fire crews tackle large blaze on Edinburgh's George IV Bridge
Police are urging people to avoid the area around George IV Bridge where several roads are closed.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 05:16:52 GMT
Scottish Shop staff urged to report abuse under new law
A new act protecting workers comes into force as a survey details staff attacks and abuse in the past year.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:58:20 GMT
McDonald's runs out of milkshakes in England, Scotland and Wales
Outlets in England, Wales and Scotland hit by supply problems caused by a widespread shortage of lorry drivers.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 08:49:50 GMT
Second man, 77, dies after Peterhead scaffolding accident
Emergency services were called to the scene in Peterhead after the men fell last Wednesday.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:20:20 GMT
Kyogo Furuhashi: Rangers bans fans over racial abuse of Celtic star
The club says it has identified those shown chanting a racist song about Japanese forward Kyogo Furuhashi.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:27:04 GMT
Covid expert given government adviser role
Edinburgh University's Prof Linda Bauld will offer guidance to ministers on reducing poverty.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:51:56 GMT
Floating Head sculpture returns to the Clyde after 33 years
The 27-tonne artwork was originally designed by Richard Groom for the Glasgow Garden Exhibition in 1988.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:41:50 GMT
Pair who tried to cut off boy's finger in Edinburgh are jailed
The teenager was targeted in Edinburgh after he reported a suspected drug dealer to police.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:18:20 GMT
Pollokshields nursing home to lose licence over 'significant' care issues
The home in Glasgow's Pollokshields had been issued with a warning following inspections in July and August.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:40:44 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:01:08 GMT
Covid in Scotland: How have the rules changed?
Scotland's levels system of restrictions have come to an end - but what does that mean people can do?

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 07:09:54 GMT
Covid: Is Scotland lagging behind on vaccine certificates?
A digital "passport" has been rolled out across the EU - so why does Scotland use a paper system?

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:08:24 GMT
Is the coronavirus pandemic over at last?
As Scotland loosens most of its remaining restrictions, is the devastating pandemic finally at an end?

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:55:50 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Your questions answered on life after level zero
Readers have been sending in their questions about what the ending of more Covid rules means for them.

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:17:03 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Are young people slowing the vaccine drive?
Concerns have been raised about vaccine uptake among younger adults, but are they less likely to want a jab? Here, we examine the statistics.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:29:40 GMT
Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country
Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:09:20 GMT
The Last Bus: Timothy Spall film gives teen busker big break
Caitlin Agnew was just 16 when two of her songs were picked to feature on the soundtrack for The Last Bus.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:14:13 GMT
Slides of Charles Rennie Mackintosh masterpiece found on eBay
The images of Hill House in Helensburgh, taken in the 1970s by a US architect, were sold for £30.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 17:06:46 GMT
In Pictures: Cyclists return for long-distance Loch Ness race
The 66-mile race was the first cycle sportive event to take place in Scotland since the easing of Covid restrictions.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 06:21:38 GMT
Boris Johnson's Irish Sea tunnel vision - roadworthy or pipe dream?
A BBC documentary asks how serious is Boris Johnson about a link from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 05:14:06 GMT
Why do I need more smoke alarms in my house?
Legislation is being introduced that requires all homes to have interlinked smoke alarms fitted.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:58:28 GMT
SNP and Greens seal power-sharing deal
The SNP and the Scottish Greens set out their power-sharing deal for Holyrood.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:35:56 GMT
Film buff rescues more than 20,000 VHS tapes set for dump
A video shop owner travelled from Liverpool to Dundee to pick up the massive haul from a collector.

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:43:46 GMT
Firefighters tackle early morning blaze in Glasgow city centre
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said that around 45 firefighters were sent to the scene on Wednesday morning.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 13:46:49 GMT
Mum of Scots soldier on trauma of Taliban resurgence
The mother of a Scottish soldier killed in Afghanistan has said she feels "disgusted" watching the deteriorating situation in the country.

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 16:07:22 GMT
Afghanistan: ‘My family are trapped in the middle of a war’
Former refugee Abdul Bostani, who fled the Taliban, speaks of his fears for his family in Afghanistan.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 06:23:00 GMT
World Cup 2022: How far are Scotland from qualifying for Qatar?
As Scotland prepare to resume World Cup qualifying next month, how are their prospects of making it to Qatar 2022?

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:22:04 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Patterson, Liverpool, Everton, Samuels, Aberdeen, Smith
Liverpool could rival Everton in pursuit of Rangers defender as Aberdeen close in on striker.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:59:41 GMT
Tokyo Paralympics: A 'different' Games but Paralympians still hope to shine
The opening ceremony of the Tokyo Paralympics takes place on Tuesday with the Japanese capital still facing Covid-19 challenges.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:20:48 GMT
Ryan Gauld: Ex-Dundee United youngster talks move to Vancouver, Euro 2020 omission & having no regrets
After a summer transfer to Vancouver Whitecaps, Dundee United academy product Ryan Gauld discusses his move to the MLS, future Scotland hopes and having no regrets about going abroad as a teenager.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:41:10 GMT
Aileen Campbell: Time to 'awaken women to football', says new Scottish Women's Football CEO
Aileen Campbell wants to "awaken the opportunity for women" to take up football after being discouraged from playing as a child.



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