Herald Scotland
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:27:28 +0100Famous Glasgow curry brand Mister Singh’s expands into new venues
One of Scotland’s most beloved curry brands and famous celeb spot, Mister Singh’s India, has launched in the Mill Café at Sterling Home in Tillicoultry.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:38:00 +0100Major Scottish airport reveals drop in passenger numbers and profits
Passenger numbers and profits have fallen at a major Scottish airport, new annual accounts reveal.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:47:52 +010018th-century Scottish fiddler and composer revealed as Handel’s organist
An 18th-century Scottish fiddler and composer has been identified as the likely organist who played in the famous premiere of Handel’s Messiah.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:33:03 +0100Plans for over 130 new homes on land near Silverburn
Almost 140 new homes could be built on land near Silverburn shopping centre under a new plan.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:06:45 +0100Scotland star drops into hometown library for reading session
Scotland star Billy Gilmour drops in to Ardrossan Library - to meet some of his biggest fans.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:54:57 +0100Virgin Media fined record £28m for stopping millions of customers from switching
Virgin Media has been fined a record £28 million after regulator Ofcom found the firm stopped or delayed millions of customers from switching to different providers by “widespread” and often deliberate mishandling of calls.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:27:54 +0100Tesco hits out at plans for new M&S and Aldi stores in Scottish town
Tesco has urged Aberdeenshire Council not to take a “light-touch” to plans for new Aldi and M&S stores at the Ury Estate in Stonehaven.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:15:56 +0100£150 million crossing still missing from road signs a year after it opened
Over a year after the £150 million Cross Tay Link Road (CTLR) opened – built to cut city centre congestion – traffic is still being directed through Perth.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:06:40 +0100Travel hostel plan approved for former Glasgow nursery
Proposals to turn a former nursery into a travel hostel – while commemorating those who lost their lives in a warehouse fire at the same site – have finally been given the go-ahead.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:56:44 +0100Museums service at 'major risk' due to poor record keeping and missing documents
Aberdeenshire Council’s museums service has been found to be at “major risk” due to poor record keeping and numerous missing documents.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:46:52 +0100Firefighters remain at scene of industrial estate fire
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) was called to the incident at a site in Tipperty, near Ellon, just before 6.30pm on Tuesday
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Council offers 'unequivocal' apology over fire safety plans for disabled pupil
Officials refused to implement the proper safety policies and provided false information when challenged by the child's family.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Net zero uncertainty risks holding back new social homes, housing associations warn
SFHA chief Richard Meade warns uncertainty over Scotland’s net zero housing rules could delay social homes and push costs onto tenants.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100SNP faces court action from donors demanding repayment of independence funds
The SNP faces a legal challenge at the Court of Session as independence donors launch group proceedings. Activists argue that "ring-fenced" referendum funds were diverted for general party business.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:40:00 +0100Financial giant declares ‘commitment to Scotland’ as it expands city footprint
The financial giant said the decision underlines its commitment to Scotland
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:30:00 +0100Further price increases for consumers flagged by new Scottish survey
The Scottish Chambers of Commerce is calling on both the Scottish and UK governments to adhere to a "competitiveness test"
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100Unwelcoming attitude to overseas students costing economy £3bn says new report
For the 2024-25 academic year there were 36,300 international first-year students living in Scotland
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100Costs for rural and island schools are 'surging' at double the average rate
Council records show that some rural and island school projects are increasing by up to £2 million a year due to inflation and locational difficulties
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100Today's cartoon is on the news that Nigel Farage has resigned to force a by-election
Today's cartoon is on the news that Nigel Farage has resigned to force a by-election.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:51:00 +0100Man arrested after police face off with crowd at Glasgow flat block protest
A man has been arrested following a protest in Glasgow after a large crowd were met by police who appeared to be escorting two individuals from a property.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:35:00 +0100Large fire breaks out in industrial estate as residents given smoke warning
Fire crews are dealing with a large fire in an industrial estate, and residents are being warned to keep their windows and doors closed.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:48:00 +0100Amazon apologises to woman not allowed to bring breastfed-baby to Fife course
Amazon has apologised after a company boss was told she could not bring her breastfed-baby to a business course held in Fife.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0100SNP suspends Highland Council member pending disciplinary action amid taxi driver row
The SNP has suspended a Highland Council member pending disciplinary action over his role in the row around the taxi licence of a convicted rapist, it has been reported.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:01:00 +0100Nigel Farage will not face Labour or Conservative candidates in Clacton by-election
Nigel Farage will not face candidates from Labour or the Conservatives at the by-election he triggered, as both parties have refused to stand in Clacton.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100Aberdeenshire B&B with 'stunning views' named as best in Scotland
AA Hotel & Hospitality Services has named an Aberdeenshire B&B with 'stunning views' as the best in Scotland for 2026.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:54:52 +0100John Swinney's first year as FM breaks record for spend on special advisers
The Scottish Government spent a record £2.16 million on political special advisers during John Swinney's first year as First Minister, marking the highest layout since devolution began, sparking fierce criticism from political opponents.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:39:00 +0100Man jailed for 11 years for attempted murder after causing 'very serious injuries'
A man has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for the attempted murder of a 56-year-old in Port Glasgow.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:19:00 +0100Man who preyed on women and child jailed for 18 years for violent and sexual crimes
A 39-year-old man has been jailed for 18 years for carrying out violent and sexual offences against four women and a child.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100Scottish house prices up again as average tops £223,000
Scottish house prices are continuing to rise at one of the fastest rates in the UK, with average values now above £223,000
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:59:28 +0100Michelin-starred chef Tomás Gormley brings Feast of Words dining show to Edinburgh
Award-winning dining experience Feast of Words is coming to Edinburgh for the first time, combining live poetry, music and a Michelin-starred tasting menu.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:44:23 +0100Stornoway welfare fund opens with up to £100 available to help with fuel costs
Older residents in Stornoway can apply for up to £100 in financial support through the Stornoway Welfare Fund to help with fuel bills and other essential needs.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0100Scots charity issues volunteer call after 40 years as a 'vital lifeline'
Childline is hoping to increase the number of men giving up their time to support vulnerable young people.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0100'Hefty' emergency response as police close road after crash in Scots town
A road in Troon has been closed by the police following a crash involving a pedestrian.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:22:54 +0100Scottish CEO awarded honorary doctorate by University of the West of Scotland
Scottish EDGE chief executive Evelyn McDonald has received an honorary doctorate from the University of the West of Scotland.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:13:53 +0100Welcome to Nigel Farage's one-man political circus over £5m gift row
Nigel Farage triggering a by-election in Clacton uses the electorate as props in a political theatre.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:09:00 +0100Braehead to welcome new £1m children's swim centre backed by Becky Adlington
A £1 million children's swim centre backed by Olympic champion Becky Adlington will open at Braehead this autumn, creating up to 50 jobs.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:02:00 +0100One of Scotland’s last remaining D-Day veterans Jim Glennie dies aged 100
One of Scotland’s last remaining D-Day veterans has died aged 100.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:51:00 +0100Tourist spot electric car charger used just once in six months - making less than £2
A Scottish community's electric vehicle charging point has made less than the cost of a meal deal from just one charging session in six months.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:49:00 +0100Blackhall Library reopens after RAAC closure with new temporary facility in Edinburgh
Blackhall Library has reopened in a temporary new location beside Davidson’s Mains Primary School after being closed since 2023.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:10:49 +0100UK sportswear company supplying British Gymnastics enters liquidation after 30 years
Sportswear company Milano Pro-Sport, which supplies the British Gymnastics Team, has entered voluntary liquidation after 30 years.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:07:31 +0100UK gas storage project enters liquidation after funding and cost pressures
A major underground gas storage project in Lancashire has entered liquidation after rising costs and funding difficulties forced work to stop.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:44:00 +0100Cup used by Robert Burns returns to Scotland after being found at Australian auction
A drinking cup that belonged to Robert Burns has returned from Australia to go on show at the farmhouse where the poet is thought to have used it more than 200 years ago.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0100Energy bills could fall 35 per cent as SSE urges faster switch to clean electricity
A new SSE report claims greater use of electricity and clean energy could reduce household energy bills by up to 35% while boosting energy security.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0100Aberdeen-based Prism Energy acquired by Global in deal to drive expansion
Aberdeen-based Prism Energy has been acquired by Global in a deal designed to accelerate growth across renewables, infrastructure, nuclear and defence.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:20:20 +0100Scottish port reveals £127.9m profit amid energy giant trade boost
A Scottish port has posted a rise in revenues and profits in its annual accounts.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:16 +0100Nigel Farage resigns as MP to force by-election amid probe into £5m donation
The Reform UK leader has dramatically resigned his seat in parliament following intense pressure over a £5 million donation and undeclared financial staffing support from a convicted fraudster.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:38:00 +0100SNP MSP breaks ranks and calls for Jackdaw and Rosebank oil fields approval
An SNP MSP has broken with his party, calling for the Jackdaw and Rosebank oil fields to be approved by the UK Government.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:38:00 +0100Ravenscraig regeneration delivers 1,000 homes at former steelworks site
More than 1,000 homes have now been built at Ravenscraig as one of Europe’s largest brownfield regeneration projects continues to transform the former steelworks site.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:33:00 +0100First look inside Hendersons Glasgow as opening date confirmed
The team behind Hendersons have shared a first look inside their first Glasgow restaurant ahead of officially opening this week.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:11:37 +0100Fife whisky bottler Saltire Rare Malt unveils biggest international expansion to date
Fife-based Saltire Rare Malt has expanded its international team as demand grows for its rare Scotch whiskies across North America and Asia Pacific.