Scotland Herald
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:45:47 +0100Man arrested after armed police deployed to Glasgow area
Police said they were responding to a "disturbance"
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:18:34 +0100SNP set to fall short of majority amid tactical voting, final YouGov poll finds
The SNP is set to be denied a majority by tactical voting in key seats in Thursday’s Holyrood election, a final projection by YouGov has found.
Wed, 06 May 2026 08:36:16 +0100Scotland sees coldest May night for five years as temperatures drop
The weather is decidedly un-springlike - and not getting any better
Wed, 06 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100Campaigners say it 'stinks of hypocrisy' for Anas to back Rosebank oil field
A letter penned by climate and human rights campaign groups has criticised Scottish Labour’s leader for his endorsement of the Rosebank oil field, expressing concern.
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:49:17 +0100Union warns of World Cup strike action at Scottish airports
Aviation trade union Unite said several ballots would open this week
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:30:00 +0100The truth about Reform's 'net zero nonsense' and 'act of self-harm' claims
Reform UK has said it wants to “scrap Net Zero”, which it describes as “ideological”. But what is the truth behind its claims?
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:16:26 +0100People flying to Scottish airport 'left stranded' by new passport checks
Dozens of people are said to have been unable to get through the departure gate
Wed, 06 May 2026 06:25:00 +0100Scotland falls behind UK housing boom despite cheapest homes
Scotland has fallen behind the rest of Britain in the race to buy homes, despite offering the most affordable property in the UK, it can be revealed.
Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Who is Jordan Linden, the former SNP rising star, and what is he convicted of?
Jordan Linden was considered a rising star in the SNP until the sexual misconduct allegations emerged. This is how the SNP reacted.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:30:00 +0100‘Nowhere like it’: American couple new owners of 'rare jewel' Highland hotel
American couple Sabrina and Connor Mappin on their journey to acquire a unique hotel in the Scottish Highlands.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:01:00 +0100Thomas Kerr reveals the position he wants in Reform UK Scotland and forecasts MSPs
Reform UK candidate Thomas Kerr has revealed he would like to be Malcolm Offord's deputy as he estimated the populist right-wing party could get more than 20 MSPs in Thursday's Holyrood election.
Wed, 06 May 2026 04:35:00 +0100Renowned Scottish restaurant owner places company into liquidation
A renowned Scottish pizza restaurant company has been placed into liquidation.
Wed, 06 May 2026 04:30:00 +0100Major developer cites confidence in Glasgow after Union Corner fire blow
Basil Demeroutis of Cadworks developer declares Glasgow is 'great place to do to do business'
Wed, 06 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100Food and drink warehouse hub to become pop-up theatre for Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Industrial building dating back more than 130 years to host world premiere of stage adaptation of best-selling Scottish novel.
Wed, 06 May 2026 08:01:00 +0100🗳️Unspun: Election Briefing: Eve of poll. Detention centres in Pollokshields?
Good morning, and welcome to Unspun: Election Briefing. It's the final day of the campaign. Scotland heads to the polls tomorrow.
Wed, 06 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100Full list of new Costa Coffee stores opening in Sainsbury's as UK rollout speeds up
Full list of Sainsbury’s stores with Costa Coffee inside, plus new locations opening across the UK in 2026.
Tue, 05 May 2026 18:33:33 +0100Primary school teacher convicted of stalking avoids classroom ban
A primary school teacher who was convicted of stalking has avoided being banned from the classroom
Tue, 05 May 2026 18:06:32 +0100SNP MP calls for reversal of 'ban' on students from Sudan
A Scottish MP has called for a reversal of a 'ban' on students from Sudan coming to Britain
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:30:00 +0100I was on the flotilla where Israel seized two activists - here's what happened
A Scots resident who was detained as part of a flotilla aiming to reach Gaza has joined calls for two men who have been taken to Israel to be released
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:22:00 +0100Major disruption as M8 closed due to 'significant' damage after lorry hit bridge
A busy stretch of the M8 motorway will be closed, causing long delays, to allow for repair to a bridge after "significant" damage was caused by a lorry crashing into it.
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Ex-soldiers find new mission in Scottish wind power training scheme
Aurora is training a new army of wind workers from the military ranks
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:53:00 +0100Why the SNP's Holyrood majority lies in the hands of an Edinburgh barista
While Mr Hyslop, a barista and SNP councillor, is currently the polling favourite, the Lib Dems see this seat as a premium pick-up opportunity.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:30:00 +0100'Iconic' Loch Lomond hotel sold as luxury group clinches first deal in Scotland
Cameron House joins stable assets including largest five-star hotel in Switzerland
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:21:00 +0100Royal Navy's largest warship pictured in Scottish loch ahead of 'protecting UK'
The Royal Navy's largest and most powerful warship ever built has been pictured in a Scottish loch after refuelling and rearming before heading off to "protect UK waters."
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:22:00 +0100Edinburgh arts organisation seeks Scottish designer for major award
Artists across Scotland are invited to apply for a £2,000 commission to design the 2026 Bragi Awards, presented weekly during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:20:00 +0100Scotland's first flower vending machine launches in Edinburgh
Scotland’s first flower vending machine has launched in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter, offering 24-hour access to hand-tied bouquets and selling out daily.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:15:00 +0100Scottish TV critic hits out at Netflix documentary on cyclist's Highland killing
Herald TV critic Alison Rowat has hit out at Netflix's documentary on the killing of charity cyclist Tony Parsons - Should I Marry a Murderer?
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:58:00 +0100£500k payout for IT workers sacked after firm collapsed into administration
Cybersecurity firm Adarma collapsed into administration last summer, leaving more than 170 employees suddenly without jobs.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:35:11 +0100Star-studded chef lineup announced for new food festival in Scotland
A star-studded line up of culinary talent has been announced for the new Leith Food Festival taking place later this month.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:30:00 +0100Asylum seeker shot dead after hotel attack in Glasgow was 'not happy'
An asylum seeker who was shot dead by police after stabbing people in a Glasgow hotel wanted to leave the UK because he was “not happy”, a hearing has been told.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:20:00 +0100Private Loch Lomond island home to wild wallabies put on the market
Private Loch Lomond island Inchconnachan, home to wild wallabies, is for sale with planning permission for a luxury lodge development
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:04:00 +0100Scottish whisky workers walk out over 'unacceptable' new rules
Whisky workers went on strike at a major bottling plant today amid a dispute over "unacceptable" new rules they say will have an "unfair" impact on them.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:00:00 +0100Death of three-year-old boy at Queen Elizabeth Hospital was avoidable
The death of a three-year-old boy at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow could have been avoided, a fatal accident inquiry has found
Tue, 05 May 2026 13:48:44 +0100Scottish luxury hotel spa nominated for international award
A spa at one of Scotland’s top hotels has been nominated for an international award.
Tue, 05 May 2026 13:23:00 +0100BrewDog to take major bar presence at Edinburgh Fringe through new deal
BrewDog will supply beer at Underbelly venues during the Edinburgh Fringe as part of a new 12-month partnership, including a branded bar at Bristo Square.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:55:08 +0100Family to sell ‘labour of love’ hotel in historic Scottish town
A hotel in a historic Scottish town has been brought to the market.
Tue, 05 May 2026 13:20:00 +0100Boarding school bans phones at night – and says pupils already seeing benefits
An Edinburgh boarding school has introduced a night-time phone ban for younger pupils, aiming to improve sleep, reduce screen use and encourage healthier routines.
Tue, 05 May 2026 13:20:22 +0100Tourette's campaigner John Davidson to appear in Edinburgh Festival Fringe show
The activist was the inspiration for the award-winning feature film I Swear.
Tue, 05 May 2026 13:18:00 +0100New bakery forced to close weeks after opening due to overwhelming demand
An Edinburgh bakery on Pleasance has temporarily closed just weeks after opening, as surging demand forces it to expand its kitchen and hire more staff.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:57:14 +0100Rangers star fined for drink-driving on night of Old Firm win
He was seen driving erratically through Glasgow city centre
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:53:00 +0100Scottish election candidate says he 'will not be silenced' amid vandalism
A Holyrood election candidate says he will "not be silenced" amid a spate of vandalism of his campaign materials in his constituency.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:31:00 +0100Scottish schools 'losing pupils to vapes and nicotine pouches'
Studies spearheaded by the University of Stirling has revealed that increasing use of vapes and nicotine pouches among teenagers is having a significant impact on schools across Scotland.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:28:00 +0100400 complaints of unlicensed HMOs in capital amid surging housing crisis
In November 2024, it was revealed that more than 700 homeless households were being housed in properties which failed to meet licensing regulations.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:03:36 +0100Ex-Glasgow Tory councillor who stalked woman made to wait for sentencing
A former Conservative councillor who stalked a fellow politician has been made to wait to learn his fate.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100The pictures people buy for their homes are changing - here is why
Jilly Dobson of The Open Eye Gallery in Edinburgh on what people are buying for their homes - and how the state of the world affects their choices
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:37:00 +0100Advertising screens could appear in Edinburgh taxis if council approves plan
Plans to install advertising screens inside Edinburgh taxis will be considered by councillors, with proposals including safety checks and content restrictions.
Tue, 05 May 2026 10:11:20 +0100Sentencing delay for former SNP council leader Jordan Linden
Jordan Linden appeared for sentencing at Falkirk Sheriff Court, but it has been delayed.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:27:00 +0100Scots primary school teacher struck off register after public sex acts
A Scottish primary school teacher has been struck off the teaching register after being convicted of public decency offences, including exposing himself and masturbating in public places, including a park and a shopping centre.
Tue, 05 May 2026 10:51:00 +0100Amanda Knox hits back after criticism of Edinburgh Fringe show
Ms Knox was wrongly convicted of the 2007 murder of her flatmate Meredith Kercher in a case which drew international attention.
Tue, 05 May 2026 10:37:28 +0100Parents of pupils at Glasgow school warned of fake 'Parentpay' app
The app is used to pay for everything in the school system - but a fake has appeared online