Herald Scotland
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:48:31 +0100'Obscene': Shell boosts dividends to shareholders by 15 per cent as profits double
OIL and gas giant Shell is to boost its dividends to shareholders after seeing profits double between July and September.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:38:39 +0100MI5 investigated Suella Braverman over leaks
SUELLLA Braverman deserves a “second chance” as Home Secretary despite claims of “multiple breaches” of security, the new Tory party chairman has said.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:01:00 +0100Don’t look now Mr Sunak, this movie has a way to go yet
EVERY fan of horror movies knows the moment of maximum danger is when the terror seems to be over.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:21:00 +0100Turkish shipyard favourite to land deal to build new Scots ferries
A TURKISH shipyard has emerged as a favourite to win a £115m contract to build two ferries for longsuffering islanders as attempts are made to shore up the nation’s ageing ferry fleet.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:14:00 +0100What’s really wrong with the SNP’s plans for social care
LET’S say it as it is shall we: the Scottish Parliament’s committee system is not the best example of democratic independence and robustness, so it’s always good to see an SNP politician break ranks and tell the government what they really thin...
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Aberdeen-based FirstGroup in $85m sale earn-out
FIRSTGROUP has said it expects an $85 million earn-out related to the sale of its former North American business, First Transit.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Call for free vote as 'watershed' gender recognition plans to be debated
THE TORIES are demanding a re-think of the Scottish Government’s gender recognition proposals and have called for MSPs to vote with their conscience rather than on party lines.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100ScottishPower earnings increase to £1.275 billion
SCOTTISHPOWER has reported a 45 per cent rise in earnings in its retail business and a 22% increase in renewables earnings.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Lack of climate action 'putting national security at risk'
THE CLIMATE crisis is causing a “serious risk to national security” amid calls for the UK Government to better protect crucial infrastructure.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 08:41:54 +0100Glasgow film: The man bringing a touch of Cuban flair to the city
Cuban screenwriter and actor Hugo Rivalta is the co-director of The Havana Glasgow Film Festival, which celebrates its eighth edition next month with screenings across the city.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Rising rates help grow profits forBarclays by 6% to £2bn
BARCLAYS said it would remain “alert to signs of stress” among its customers as rising interest rates and market volatility helped the bank grow third quarter profits to £2 billion.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Scottish company failures surge, R3 warns of further rise
By Ian McConnell
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Benjamin Cooper: Businesses hope for some clarity and stability after recent political turmoil
It has been yet another turbulent few months for the UK economy, with recent political turmoil adding pressure to an already uncertain business environment.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100Is Sturgeon bold enough to go for the nuclear option on Sunak?
LET’S pose a simple question: how should the Scottish Government respond to the coronation of Rishi Sunak?
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100Letters: Sunak is in no position to lecture us about integrity
IT'S reputed that the Mafia had “sit-downs” to prevent internecine warfare between the various “families”. This appears to be the rational of the Rishi Sunak Cabinet, based on having representatives of the factions presently fighting it out i...
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100Herald Diary: Why would you call your cat Suella Braverman?
PET-LOVING reader Maureen Walker owns a cat called Jingles, though she’s seriously considering changing the moggie’s moniker.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on the fiscal statement
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on the fiscal statement October 27 2022
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:23:20 +0100UK Government urged to back SNP MP's campaign for paid miscarriage leave
The SNP MP said it will allow the public to “tell the Government directly how strongly they feel” on the matter
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:10:00 +0100How Malcolm Tucker nailed today's Tories in The Thick of It
Today marks the 10th anniversary of The Thick of It's final episode, and its main character's x-rated rants are as relevant as ever.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100It will take more than a phone call to Nicola, Mr Sunak: you need to show some humility and respect
SO he picked up the phone. Ach well, it’s a start. After Liz Truss went through her nano-premiership without even blowing Nicola Sturgeon a kiss from afar, Rishi Sunak called her on day one. A break with the past, so we’re being encouraged to bel...
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Retail industry 'letting down' shoppers with dementia
People living with dementia are being “let down” by the high street, according to a report which found that one in four gave up shopping after their diagnosis despite enjoying it previously.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Scots health board whistleblower complaints double in 12 months
Nurses are resorting to whistleblowing channels to highlight staff shortages in Scotland’s biggest health board, as unions warn the national picture is “critical”.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100Framed answer October 27: Framed movies hints and today's answer
Described as a game for 'cinephiles and casual movie watchers alike' it is inspired by the worldwide popular guessing games.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100Quordle answer October 27: Daily Quordle word hints and today's answer
Here's how you can play the mind-bending game, some hints to help you along with today's puzzle and that all-important answer when you can't take it anymore!
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100Wordle today: Wordle 495 October 27 hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 17:30:21 +0100Ryanair launches new routes from Edinburgh Airport, record winter schedule
The airline has launched what it describes as its “biggest-ever winter schedule” from Scotland, including four new routes
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:07:20 +0100Police Scotland warn services will be lost with Scottish Government budget cuts
POLICE Scotland has said it has a “real concern” that it will soon be unable to carry out basic functions as budget cuts force it to shed thousands of staff.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 15:59:21 +0100Scottish Highlands given prestigious National Geographic honour
Rewilding efforts have been praised by the magazine.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:52:19 +0100Edinburgh drone firm Cyberhawk hails revenues rise
A SCOTTISH drone inspection services firm has hailed revenue growth of 63 per cent.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 15:29:56 +0100SNP minister Angus Roberton denies 'blinkered' independence push putting the economy at risk
SNP ministers have denied putting the economy at risk by pursuing a “blinkered commitment to a divisive polarising referendum” on independence.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:45:33 +0100Ferry services suspended to 'shop rationing' Scots islands due to pier works and high winds
COUNCIL works on a pier have contributed to the the suspension of all services to two stricken islands as adverse weather was blamed for the withdrawal of three others.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:14:17 +0100Rishi Sunak dismisses call for Indyref2 as he tells SNP to 'respect' No vote of 2014
RISHI Sunak has told the SNP to “respect” the No vote of 2014, dashing any lingering hopes Nicola Sturgeon may have had of an agreed second independence referendum.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:58:59 +0100Suella Braverman's reappointment result of a 'sleazy deal'
SUELLA Braverman’s reappointment as Home Secretary is the result of a “sleazy backroom deal” to shore up Rishi Sunak’s position, the SNP’s Ian Blackford has said.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:09:16 +0100Ex-Rangers director Imran Ahmad fights for £1.8m state costs in court battle with Lord Advocate over 'lost career'
A FORMER Rangers finance chief who is pursuing a damages claim which could rise to £75m against the Scotland's most senior law officer, the Lord Advocate over "malicious" prosecution is fighting for the state to pay an interim £1.8m legal bill.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Energy bills: Conservatives’ scrapping of promise is an act of the utmost stupidity
THE Conservatives’ brazen abandonment of their promise to give UK households some meaningful protection against soaring energy costs should not have been surprising given their abysmal track record.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:00:06 +0100Calls for Suella Braverman reappointment probe
RISHI Sunak's decision to reappoint Suella Braverman six days after she was forced to leave over a security breach is coming under increased security.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:45:49 +0100Ministers launch £115m plan to build two ferries for 'shop rationing' Scots islands
WORK has begun to procure two new ferries at a cost of £115m to support flagging CalMac lifeline services.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:00:46 +0100A83 at Rest and be Thankful: Scotland's most notorious road shuts again for safety reasons
SCOTLAND'S most notorious road has shut again for safety reasons because of the threat of landslips.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:42:27 +0100Derelict Glasgow Central Quay site homes plan
PROPERTY developer Summix Capital has revealed “exciting” proposals to deliver a mixed-use development on a brownfield site at Central Quay in Glasgow.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 06:01:00 +0100Alison Rowat: One out, one in, it’s all change on Coronation Street
PART way through the business of replacing one Prime Minister with another, Huw Edwards congratulated the BBC team on how well they were doing.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:11:00 +0100Half of Scots struggling to afford energy and mortgage bills as price of cost of living crisis escalates
ALMOST half of Scots are finding it difficult to afford their energy bills, rent, or mortgage payments as the price of the cost of living crisis escalates, it has been revealed.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Glasgow brewer Brewgooder: £7 pint to be 'the norm'
A SCOTTISH brewer has warned the £7 pint will be “the norm rather than the exception” in many places, as the cost of some supplies rise 3,000 per cent in a year.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:45:57 +0100Kimpton Blythswood Square launched city's 'first outdoor spa'
By Ian McConnell
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Epson welcomes Scottish contract
Printing giant Epson has highlighted its environmental credentials after securing its first public sector procurement listing in Scotland.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Leading dealer Pendragon says new car shortages to persist into next year
Inflation and rising interest rates drove a hole through third quarter profits at Pendragon despite a continuing shortage of new cars which has boosted prices for new and used vehicles.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Big North Sea gas prospect in sights of Shell
By Mark Williamson
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100AC/DC Glasgow: Radio presenter backs calls for city memorial to band
A Scottish radio presenter and DJ has backed calls for a memorial in Glasgow playing tribute to the founding members of AC/DC.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Falkirk plant-hire firm Your Equipment Solutions in employee ownership move
By Ian McConnell
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Shares in banking giant plunge on news of boardroom shakeup
By Mark Williamson
Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Human rights campaigner in call to extend free bus travel in Scotland to asylum seekers
A human rights campaigner has issued a fresh call for the Scottish Government to extend free bus travel to asylum seekers in Scotland, saying it ‘will literally save lives”.