Scotland Herald

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:01:00 +0100
How one Scottish dairy's partnership with northern farms could change your milk
An independent dairy in Ayrshire has joined forces with three farms across northern Scotland in a bid to meet growing demand for organic natural milk.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:12:51 +0100
Scottish city shopping park sporting UK retail first sold
A Scottish city shopping centre that hails a UK retail first has been sold

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:06:09 +0100
Firefighters battle through night to contain dock yard blaze
There were no reports of any injuries.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:31:19 +0100
Veteran Tory MSP warns ‘extremist’ Reform could replace Conservatives
Liz Smith, who is stepping down after nearly 20 years at Holyrood, admitted concerns over her party’s ability to rebuild trust with voters.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:52:39 +0100
Tributes paid to ‘true pioneer’ Doug Allan after wildlife cameraman dies aged 74
His management company Jo Sarsby Management said he died “immersed in nature and surrounded by friends”

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:38:07 +0100
Police to patrol Clydeside beach beauty spot after youth disorder
Officers have stepped up their presence after reports this week

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Unauthorised James McAvoy movie mural sparks call to close planning 'loophole'
A prominent Glasgow Labour politician has repeated a call for an end to a tactic which is seeing commercial entities “exploit” a loophole to create mural adverts in the city.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘Robust’ union rep loses tribunal triggered by complaint from 'humiliated' NHS bosses
A long-running dispute inside NHS Highland has ended with a tribunal ruling against a Unison representative. The row was sparked after managers raised a collective grievance against a long serving trade union rep.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the closely-fought battle for Nicola Sturgeon's Glasgow Southside constituency
Who will win the battle for Nicola Sturgeon's Glasgow Southside, which, according to one magazine's annual rankings, includes two of the world's "coolest neighbourhoods"?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:37:00 +0100
Liquidators appointed to Scottish family-owned restaurant company
Liquidators have been appointed to a Scottish family-owned restaurant operator

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:35:00 +0100
Scottish law firm reveals three 'major hires'
The Scottish law firm has announced three 'major hires', noting the trio have worked together 'for many years'.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0100
AI aspirations need concrete action as Scottish employment market shifts
Jobs will be unbundled as individual tasks move to AI, but whether the job itself disappears will depend on how much human work is involved

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0100
New PGA professional swings into action at Ayrshire coast hotel
Scotland’s "Spa & Golf Hotel of the Year" 2025 has appointed a homegrown PGA professional to help drive the sport on the Ayrshire coast

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0100
Oil price plunges on Iran ceasefire news but outlook unclear amid fragile truce
Brent crude price falls sharply as Middle East ceasefire lifts stock markets but analysts warn on outlook.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:01:00 +0100
Full list of Holyrood candidates standing in Glasgow Southside
Nicola Sturgeon is standing down as the SNP MSP for Glasgow Southside with rival parties seeing her exit as an opportunity for them to take the key seat.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0100
The Herald cartoon by Steven Camley today is on the latest in Iran
Today's cartoon is on the latest in Iran.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Finalists revealed for coveted Herald Education Awards
A multi-disciplinary exercise by students at Glasgow Clyde College that has explored new ways of introducing Harris Tweed to contemporary audience; an initiative by Ayrshire College to support the Prestwick Aerospace Cluster and a scheme piloted by t...

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Over 70% of GPs say patient safety at risk amid workload crisis in Scotland
A survey of Scottish GPs finds 71% believe patient safety is at risk due to workload pressures, as calls grow for more funding and workforce reform in primary care.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0100
David Bowie band to reunite for once-in-a-lifetime Loch Lomond charity show
David Bowie 's band will reunite for a special two-day charity event on the shores of Loch Lomond later this year

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:24:40 +0100
Warning siren to sound in Glasgow tomorrow morning - here's why
A routine test of warning sirens is set to take place in the East End tomorrow morning.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:49:00 +0100
Glasgow to rename £113m Emirates Arena ahead of Commonwealth Games return
New video screens showcasing forthcoming events will be installed as part of makeover of complex.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:08:00 +0100
UK TV channel on brink of closing down for good after 32 years on air
A popular UK TV channel is "on the brink" of closing down for good as bosses admit there's "substantial doubt" over the future of the company.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
House prices fall as Iran conflict drives up mortgage rates
The average price of a house in the UK fell between February and March, but annual gains in Scotland remain strong

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0100
Glasgow city centre 14-storey office block to be turned into 259 student flats
Planners at Glasgow City Council have approved an application which will include the partial demolition of a building on Cadogan Street.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:19:32 +0100
Wendy's continues Scottish expansion with new city centre restaurant opening
An American fast food brand will continue its Scottish expansion by opening a new restaurant in Glasgow this week.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:09:14 +0100
Richard Tice backs Malcolm Offord amid Reform's Holyrood controversy
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice has backed Malcolm Offord amid controversy over his Holyrood candidates.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:59:00 +0100
Council 'prevented scrutiny' with poor record keeping as first-of-its-kind call made
A Scottish council has been told it "prevented scrutiny" with its "poor record keeping" in a first-of-its-kind decision.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0100
Major Scottish offshore oil and gas firm announces redundancies
A major Scottish offshore oil, gas and renewables energy services firm has announced redundancies.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:13:28 +0100
'My dad will die in Gaza without heart surgery - let him come to Scotland'
A Palestinian lecturer at a Scottish university is pleading with the UK government to allow his father to be brought from Gaza for lifesaving medical treatment

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Edinburgh city bypass to close overnight for five weeks of maintenance work
The A720 Edinburgh City Bypass will close overnight in phases for five weeks from April 13 to May 16 for essential maintenance works.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0100
New-build homes in Scotland fall to 10-year low despite Edinburgh growth
Edinburgh leads Scotland in new housing starts, but Scottish newbuilds fall to lowest since 2012/13

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:59:00 +0100
'Safety and dignity': Social care charity backs drug-use facility in Edinburgh
City of Edinburgh Council is currently consulting residents about the facility, which could open in the Cowgate area of the city.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:21:55 +0100
Scottish school in ‘distinguished' area puts tennis courts on market
Two tennis courts next to a Scottish city school in a 'desirable area' being offered for sale.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:50:00 +0100
Palestine Museum of Edinburgh to exhibit at prestigious art festival
A museum in Edinburgh dedicated to Palestine will feature at the prestigious Biennale di Venezia, the oldest cultural exhibition in the world

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:45:58 +0100
Reform's Richard Tice calls for 'every last drop' of North Sea oil to be extracted
Richard Tice said Reform UK would extract 'every last drop' of oil from the North Sea as he backed new domestic drilling.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:35:00 +0100
Scotland rugby fans offered 20 per cent travel discount for Women’s Six Nations
Scotland rugby fans are being offered a 20% discount on coach travel to Edinburgh for Women’s Six Nations matches at Scottish Gas Murrayfield.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:32:52 +0100
Anas Sarwar: Funding for 'broken' Creative Scotland provides poor value for money
Scottish Labour leader suggests quango has prioritised organisations which 'make the most noise' in lobbying campaigns.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0100
New poll 'grim reading' for Scottish Labour as they slump behind Greens and Reform
The SNP has extended its lead ahead of May's Holyrood election, while Scottish Labour slumps to fourth place behind the Greens and Reform, according to the latest poll.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0100
Bute House Agreement 2.0 would be 'difficult' because of SNP backsliding, Slater says
Ms Slater, who is seeking to become the party’s first constituency MSP, is locked in a pitched electoral battle with SNP minister Angus Robertson.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0100
Ukrainian boy gives viral response when asked to compare country to Scotland
A Ukrainian boy has gone viral on social media after saying Scotland is 'bad' compared to his homeland, having learned perfect English since fleeing the war

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:05:06 +0100
Channel 4 pulls last episode of The Great Celebrity Bake Off featuring Scott Mills
Channel 4 has pulled the last episode of The Great Celebrity Bake Off due to it featuring former BBC DJ Scott Mills.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:47:08 +0100
Spring clean shoes to protect Scotland's heritage, urges National Trust
With warmer days on the way, many places cared for by the National Trust for Scotland in Glasgow and the West of Scotland have reopened for visitors to enjoy the range of spring-blooming flowers, trees and natural settings.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:14:23 +0100
Royal Highland Show launches writing competition for kids
Prizes include family tickets to the Sunday of the Royal Highland Show, book vouchers worth £100 for winners and £50 for runners-up and more

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:23:56 +0100
The Herald receives 19 nominations for Scottish Press Awards
Our writers and staff have been recognised in a string of categories

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:20:00 +0100
Fire Stick users issued new warning as Amazon removes popular free app
Fire TV Stick users are being warned to avoid fake impersonations following the app's temporary removal from the Amazon Appstore.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:18:00 +0100
Major Scots city road closed for 12 weeks amid Victorian sewer collapse
Sinkhole repairs on Cathedral Street in Glasgow city centre are now expected to take up to 12 weeks to complete due to a collapsed Victorian sewer.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:17:32 +0100
Heritage project to rescue Bernat Klein Studio shortlisted for major award
The collaborative effort to rescue one of Scotland's most significant postwar buildings has been recognised by the 'Oscars of the museums world'.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:53:00 +0100
Mediation floated as solution to antisocial behaviour in Shetland ferry waiting room
Meditation has been floated as one possible way to ease a situation involving reports of antisocial behaviour in the Bressay ferry waiting room in Lerwick.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:51:00 +0100
Historic A-listed Scots city landmark to be converted into flats as plans approved
A Glasgow city centre landmark can be converted into flats as plans to renovate the A-listed building have been given the go ahead.

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:33:00 +0100
Notorious Scots crime boss extradited amid alleged international crimes
One of Scotland's most notorious gangland figures has been deported over an alleged connection with large-scale drug trafficking and money laundering.

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