Scotland Herald

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:05:45 +0100
Protest held at Hydro in Glasgow as Commonwealth Games get under way
A Palestine protest was held outside of the Hydro as the opening ceremony for the Commonwealth Games got under way.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100
Kilmacolm looks to set the standard for golf club management in 'the wet of Scotland'
The "Kilmacolm Standard" will be the latest in a series of developments as the village golf club evolves to meet the challenges of changing weather patterns

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:01:00 +0100
Anger as PM downgrades key foreign office role as Scottish Labour MP appointed
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has come under attack for downgrading the role of a foreign office minister.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Call for new Holyrood probe into heritage agency after further turmoil
Holyrood's culture committee is being urged to launch a new investigation into the Scottish Government's heritage agency Historic Environment Scotland.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the grassroots campaign confronting Scotland’s women’s health crisis
Nicola’s Law campaigners warn women’s lives are at risk as they demand mandatory NHS women’s health training after 650 women seek support.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:37:00 +0100
Entire workforce including family founders lose jobs in distillery collapse
Entire workforce including founding family members made redundant following collapse of Scottish distillery

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:30:00 +0100
Profit plunge fails to ground easyJet amid takeover battle for the low-cost carrier
Investors are seemingly encouraged by the airline's ability to handle market turbulence as competing bidders circle the business

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100
'Real-life' maths is booming in Scottish classrooms
New research from the David Hume Institute reveals the 'Maths Apps' qualification has increased in popularity by 600% in Scotland.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:31:00 +0100
Plaudits for Tartan Army highlight key truth about Scottish tourism
Scotland fans have reminded the world why this country is worth visiting

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:30:00 +0100
Today's cartoon is on the story of Anas Sarwar getting a seat in the House of Lords
Today's cartoon is on the story of Anas Sarwar getting a seat in the House of Lords.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100
What families want in an SUV for their next Scottish road trip
Anything from a weekend in the Cairngorms to a summer jaunt around the Isle of Skye, Scottish families are increasingly embracing the road trip and adventures outside on their doorstep.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:33:00 +0100
Scotland 'priced out' as 20 councils line up tourist taxes
Warnings that Scotland is pricing itself out of the global tourism market have intensified after it emerged nearly two in three of Scotland's 32 councils are introducing or considering controversial tourist taxes.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100
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Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:41:30 +0100
Scottish forest with battle site and listed gazebo folly listed for sale
A Scottish forest that was once part of an historic estate and includes several interesting archaeological features has been launched for sale.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:30:23 +0100
RIAS and RIBA call for 'national response' to rebuild fire-hit Mackintosh Building
The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) have said they "welcome" plans by the Glasgow School of Art (GSA) to secure a long-term and sustainable future for the Mackintosh Building...

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:03:40 +0100
Body found in search for missing man in Cumbernauld
A body has been found in the search for missing man in Cumbernauld. Around 3.55pm on Thursday, July 23, the body of a man was discovered in water near to the town's Forest Road.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:35:01 +0100
Taco Bell edges closer to Dumfries opening
A piece of land that sat empty for 21 years at one of Dumfries’ retail parks is finally being put to use as Taco Bell edges closer to opening

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:21:22 +0100
Bid to demolish Glasgow Lidl and replace it with new store
Glasgow City Council has received an application from the supermarket chain to demolish its Tollcross Road premises

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:13:48 +0100
American coffee chain bids to open new location on Buchanan Street
A popular American coffee chain is planning to open a new venue on Glasgow’s Buchanan Street.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Shares plunge in owner of Glasgow's Horseshoe Bar amid 'extreme heat'
Mitchells & Butlers says trading remained 'robust' despite impact of hot weather on food-led outlets

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:56:52 +0100
Independence disagreement raised by John Swinney and Andy Burnham in Scotland meeting
Andy Burnham and John Swinney disagreed over Scottish independence as they held official talks in Glasgow today.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:55:00 +0100
Meta smart glasses and zero consent: Scotland’s bleak new hospitality reality
Smart glasses are turning Scottish hospitality staff into unwilling content, and the law is nowhere near ready to protect them

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:16:16 +0100
Emerging Scottish sculptors invited to apply for Edinburgh Park public art award
Applications have opened for the Scottish Emerging Sculptors Award, offering mentoring, bursaries and a public commission at Edinburgh Park.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0100
'A glorious example of a human being': Comic Paul Sneddon laid to rest in Edinburgh
More than two hundred people congregated at the Lorimer Chapel at Warriston Crematorium for the 1 pm service, with dozens more listening along in overflow spaces.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:16:44 +0100
Appeal following reports of pickpocketing in Edinburgh city centre
Police in Edinburgh are carrying out enquiries following a number of pickpocketing incidents reported in the city centre.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:02:33 +0100
Appeal after woman sexually assaulted on coastal path
Police are appealing for information after a woman was sexually assaulted on the Fife Coastal Path near Kingsbarns.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Scottish company hails investment deal is 'clear statement of intent'
Scottish engineering consultant reveals 'vision' after securing investment boost

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:41:49 +0100
Residents at newbuild estate to be moved out following discovery of mineworks
A number of residents at a newbuild Edinburgh housing development have been told they will temporarily have to leave their homes after “previously unidentified” mineworks were discovered.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:26:00 +0100
'Important moment' for capital as tourist tax begins — but concerns aren't going away
Edinburgh has long been subject to high hotel costs. In May, the city was named as the most expensive city for tourist accommodation in Europe.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Nick Nairn reveals how Marco Pierre White changed his career
Nick Nairn is Scotland’s ‘original celebrity chef’. This week, he talks about favourite restaurants, kitchen disasters and culinary inspiration in our Q&A.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:58:39 +0100
Olympics sorry after promoting Glasgow 2026 with photo of athlete serving 11-year ban
The Olympic Games has issued an apology for promoting the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games while using a photo of Nigerian sprinter Blessing Okagbare, who is currently serving an 11-year ban for multiple doping violations

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:45:36 +0100
Community-stitched Craigmillar Tapestry to star in Edinburgh Fringe exhibition
The Craigmillar Tapestry, created by more than 500 people, will go on display at Edinburgh’s Scottish Storytelling Centre during the Fringe.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:36:12 +0100
Edinburgh Fringe chiefs hunt for more funding to pay for final phases of HQ project
The year-found facility has been in the planning for almost a decade.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:23:00 +0100
Firm linked to billionaire Asif Aziz ordered to replace 'fire risk' cladding at hotel
Judge Davies held that LPC breached a “good condition covenant” with tenants Essendi in “failing to remove and replace the category 3 ACM cladding panels".

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0100
New Fort George exhibition reveals Scotland’s history through art of drawing
Drawn from the Archive at Fort George explores Scotland’s history through historic maps, sketches and drawings from Historic Environment Scotland.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:56:43 +0100
Strict passport rules in Turkey could see Edinburgh Airport passengers denied entry
Holidaymakers flying from Edinburgh Airport to Turkey have been warned about the country's strict passport rules and entry requirements.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:54:21 +0100
The big mistake Andy Burnham has made in his first meeting with John Swinney
Andy Burnham has spent years arguing that the Westminster system had to change. So why won't he speak to the media?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:39:43 +0100
Digging up the past: Excavation set to reveal thousands of years of Borders history
Archaeologists and volunteers have started digging up the past to discover how a site near Kelso has been used for one thousand years

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:31:54 +0100
Late-night trains between Edinburgh and Newcastle added for Fringe festival crowds
TransPennine Express is adding late-night Edinburgh to Newcastle trains during the Fringe to help festivalgoers travel home after events.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:18:47 +0100
Five Murray Beith Murray partners recognised in global private wealth legal rankings
Edinburgh law firm Murray Beith Murray has secured global recognition, with five partners ranked in the Chambers High Net Worth 2026 guide.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:18:45 +0100
Historic island castle reopens to visitors after six-year closure
A Scottish castle which dates from the 15th century has reopened after a six-year closure.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:05:07 +0100
Budget airline launches new winter route from Aberdeen to Belfast
Budget airline easyJet has announced the launch of a new winter route from Aberdeen to Belfast International.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:19:15 +0100
Former CCA building described as 'substantial opportunity' as it goes on open market
The arts agency said it would 'particularly welcome' proposals to operate the building as a cultural venue.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:43:22 +0100
Visitors urged to stay away as Cairngorms wildfire operations continue
Despite road closures, signage and police cordons being in place, emergency services continue to receive reports of people attempting to enter the affected area

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:10:49 +0100
Aberdeen marine safety firm buys new premises with green investment support
AMS Global Group has acquired new Aberdeen premises with Barclays support as the marine surveying firm invests in sustainable growth.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:37:00 +0100
All staff redundant as historic engineer collapses into administration
A historic Scottish engineering company has been placed into administration

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:35:53 +0100
Landmark Scottish hotel trading since 1884 goes on market at offers over £3.25m
A landmark Scottish hotel has been brought to the market

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:30:31 +0100
Renewable energy company strengthens board with major industry appointment
Inverness-based Aurora Energy Services has appointed Pauline Walsh as non-executive director as the renewable energy firm expands internationally.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:27:24 +0100
Scottish Labour leadership contender warns 'big changes' needed after Sarwar exit
Michael Marra, the man widely tipped to replace Anas Sarwar, has said Scottish Labour needs to make significant changes.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:23:00 +0100
Route One returns to Glasgow city centre with new skate and streetwear store opening
Route One has reopened in Glasgow city centre with a new Queen Street store featuring skateboarding, streetwear and leading global brands.

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