New figures show more than 11,000 cases were recorded in Scotland on 26 December.

Spanish train builder Talgo has still to reveal its plans for the former coal-fired power station site.

New measures begin for hospitality and indoor leisure in a bid to halt the spread of Omicron in Scotland.

Health officials say there are enough appointments to meet the 80% target by the end of the year.

The arrest comes after the pair were found dead in a house in Livingston on Sunday, police say.

Restrictions have been tightened again due to the rapid rise in cases of the Omicron variant.

Shoppers across Scotland did not turn out in the high numbers that were seen before the pandemic.

A blood bank service for dogs helps supply vets with immediate access to blood in emergencies.

The money will be used to modernise ports and processing facilities and create jobs.

The 1872 Cup derby between Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh on Monday has been postponed as a result of a Covid-19 outbreak in the home club's squad.

One officer remains in hospital after a crash involving a squad car and a Hyundai in Glasgow on Christmas Eve.

Little Sophia Coull arrived at Aberdeen maternity unit barely 60 seconds into the big day.

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

There are many things in our favour, but Omicron is spreading fast. What have we learned this week?

BBC Scotland answers your questions about the latest Covid restrictions.

Could a runny nose be a sign you have Omicron?

The Scottish government set the NHS 19 days to offer over one million boosters - what's the progress?

The risk of needing hospital treatment could be 30 - 70% lower with Omicron than other variants.

Outdoor events including football matches will be limited to 500 people, and indoor to a maximum of 200.

Booster numbers have reached record levels in the fight against the Omicron variant.

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?

He is one of Scotland's most successful and versatile actors yet one role has defined his career.

A climber recounts his strange and terrifying stay at a remote shelter at Christmas time in 1973.

The honour is being given as part of a competition to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee next year.

A selection of images on the day with the shortest period of daylight in the Northern Hemisphere.

It wasn't until Emma's partner held a knife to her throat that she escaped a violent relationship.

New figures show more than 11,000 cases were recorded in Scotland on Boxing Day.

In the Scottish Highlands you’ll find a large herd of reindeer roaming the Cairngorms National Park.

West End production Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a comedy adaption of the classic book.

It wasn't until Emma's partner held a knife to her throat that she escaped a violent relationship.

A seal has been rescued near Ullapool after getting a rope wrapped around its neck.

The SPFL robustly defends its Covid postponement policy, arguing it must be applied consistently to protect "the integrity of the league".

Blackburn Rovers reportedly make the first approach for Hearts centre-half John Souttar as Rangers' manager suggests little January transfer business.

Paralympian Stef Reid tells BBC Sport about playing Scrabble with prison inmates, making the world's best cookies, and her mindset.

With the Scottish Premiership's winter break brought forward, there will be an impact on the availability of some international players.

Scottish Premiership top scorer Tony Watt will play for Dundee United next season after agreeing a pre-contract.