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Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:25:27 GMT
Widow says FM let her down over Covid official's death
The widow of top civil servant Andrew Slorance says she is still waiting for answers about his death.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:42:28 GMT
National Insurance rise starts to hit pay packets
The prime minister says it is fair for some to face an extra tax burden to pay for health and social care.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:58:19 GMT
Scotland's papers: Marines drug plot and cancer screening fears
Two Royal Marines caught dealing drugs and concerns that breast cancer cases have been missed make the front pages.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:14:01 GMT
Record number of patients facing long waits in Scotland's A&Es
Scotland's health boards say there is unprecedented pressure on services due to Covid and staff shortages.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:16:07 GMT
Natalie McGarry: Former SNP MP accused of embezzlement
Natalie McGarry, who represented Glasgow East, denies taking the cash between April 2013 and August 2015.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:34:03 GMT
Tour of Britain cycling stages unveiled with Scottish start
It begins in September with the first stage taking in Aberdeenshire before moving to the Scottish Borders.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:05:42 GMT
Royal Marine Commandos admit £300k drugs operation
Grant Broadfoot and Stuart Bryant were caught using a Ministry of Defence-owned van to transport cannabis.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:51:58 GMT
Killer sent video of dying teenager Kirk Allan to friends
Kevin Murray murdered Kirk Allan, 19, in his Helensburgh flat in July 2020.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:44:11 GMT
Call for Scottish care home residents to avoid Covid isolation
Relatives of elderly residents want the "unnecessary" restriction to be dropped.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 21:32:12 GMT
Woman, 75, dies after private hire car crash in Glasgow
Margaret Pearson was in a cab that crashed on Todd Street in Glasgow on 27 March.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:41:08 GMT
M74 closed after lorry overturns
The HGV was blown onto its side on the southbound M74 in Lanarkshire, but the driver was uninjured.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 21:45:24 GMT
Hundreds of breast cancer cases may have been missed
Public Health Scotland figures show diagnoses may have fallen due to a pause in screenings.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 12:46:13 GMT
Two girls injured in Glasgow skatepark gang attack
Police say one teenager was seriously hurt in the unprovoked attack in a Glasgow park.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:59:40 GMT
Scottish new car sales fall as demand outstrips supply
New figures show a 7.5% year-on-year fall last month, but electric vehicle sales are rising sharply.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:14:45 GMT
Covid in Scotland: The latest cases
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:51:55 GMT
Who can still get free Covid tests across the UK and can I buy LFTs?
Most people in England no longer get free PCRs or LFTs, and rules vary across the rest of the UK.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:47:22 GMT
Covid in Scotland: What are the rules on face masks?
How are the regulations changing after the latest Covid statement from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon?

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 16:53:16 GMT
Covid in Scotland: What's behind the latest surge?
What lies behind the surge in cases that has delayed the lifting of the final restrictions?

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:58:49 GMT
Vaccinated less likely to develop long Covid
As well as stopping some infections, jabs "cut the risk" of long Covid in those who still catch the virus.

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:24:04 GMT
Covid symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?
A new cough, fever and change in smell or taste are the key symptoms of coronavirus.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:00:05 GMT
Medical pioneer Dr Flora Murray features on new bank note
Suffragette and medical pioneer Dr Flora Murray is pictured on the Bank of Scotland's polymer £100 note.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 23:34:02 GMT
What is the reality of racism in Scotland?
TV presenter Jean Johansson has been talking to people across Scotland about their experiences.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 09:53:17 GMT
We hid in the cellar as the Falklands were invaded
Margaret Davidson was bringing up a young family in the Falklands when war broke out 40 years ago.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 09:53:32 GMT
Rare seabirds thrive thanks to Orkney school children
Orkney's little terns had little breeding success until local children helped to protect them.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:28:27 GMT
Snow bear: New cub enjoys wintry blast
Brodie, who was born in December, has been exploring his enclosure at a Scottish wildlife park.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 05:16:25 GMT
Queen's life at Balmoral celebrated in exhibition
The Platinum Jubilee event includes an imposing sculpture highlighting salmon conservation on the River Dee.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 08:12:39 GMT
Why are energy bills so high?
Electricity and gas bills for a typical household will go up £693 a year in April.

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 05:11:52 GMT
I was abused in care - why has nothing changed?
Holly Hamilton says she was sexually abused in secure care and the same thing is still happening.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 00:05:12 GMT
Scotland elections 2022: Five things to watch in May's council vote
Elections for all 32 Scottish local councils will be held on 5 May. Here are some of the things to look out for.

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 08:37:58 GMT
Scotland council elections 2022: A really simple guide
Everything you need to know ahead of the Scottish council elections on 5 May.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 23:33:50 GMT
Racism in Scotland: 'You're not alone, you have a voice'
TV presenter Jean Johansson says Scotland has a problem with racism but she is hopeful a way forward can be found.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 09:53:52 GMT
Falklands War: ‘It was like walking into hell’
Veteran Donald McLeod describes his experiences in the Falklands War, and the toll it took on him.

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 10:17:20 GMT
Margaret Davidson was in the Falklands 40 years ago
The leader of Highland Council, Margaret Davidson, was running a hotel in Port Stanley when troops invaded the Falklands.

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 21:45:16 GMT
Orkney gets ready for nesting season of rare seabirds
Residents on Orkney are preparing for the arrival of one of the rarest seabirds to be seen in the UK.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:59:31 GMT
Rescue teams guide sperm whale back to safety near Shetland
The mammal had been swimming in shallow waters close to the coast of Shetland for more than a week.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 16:19:51 GMT
Rangers: Alfredo Morelos ruled out for rest of season
Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos is ruled out for the rest of the season after having surgery on the thigh he injured on duty with Colombia.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:50:01 GMT
Braga v Rangers: Carlos Carvalhal on Europa League showdown
Sporting Braga manager Carlos Carvalhal speaks to BBC Scotland about his journey with his hometown club before their Europa League tie with Rangers.

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:57:23 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Aberdeen, Hearts, Considine, Liverpool, Defoe, Forrest, Abada, Ramsay, Doak, St Johnstone, Norwich, McAlear
Aberdeen reportedly withdraw their contract offer to Andrew Considine as Hearts are linked with Livingston's Alan Forrest.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 10:46:48 GMT
Robert MacIntyre: Scot a 'completely different' golfer on his Master return
Robert MacIntyre says he is a "completely different" golfer and "learned more from the lows" in 2021 as he returns to the Masters 12 months on from his memorable debut.

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 14:51:00 GMT
Scotland injury blows for Arsenal's Kieran Tierney and Everton's Nathan Patterson
Kieran Tierney and Nathan Patterson are doubtful for Scotland's World Cup play-off semi-final with Ukraine as both defenders face surgery.



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