The first minister has promised to work with trade unions as he embarks on reforming the public sector.

First Minister John Swinney announced the move in his programme for government, alongside plans to cut health boards from 14 to two.

Mohammed Rajak says shops selling illicit tobacco and vapes are the biggest threat to his business.

A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

The Scottish government is investing £10m in a pilot scheme that could lead to a wider rollout.

John Swinney has pledged no compulsory NHS redundancies even as he confirmed wider public sector job losses are unavoidable.

John Swinney has refused to explain private concerns he raised about Economy Minister Stephen Flynn attending the World Cup during the Aberdeen South by-election.

The chief operating officer of HES has taken over the duties of chief executive with "immediate effect" following the resignation of Katerina Brown, The Herald can reveal.

Drivers have been warned to expect lengthy delays on a busy motorway following a traffic collision on Monday morning

A new forge will offer visitors the opportunity to experience the craft for themselves