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Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:47:04 +0100'No longer tenable': Reports suggest Keir Starmer to resign as Prime Minister
Reports suggest Sir Keir Starmer is due to set out the terms of his resignation as Prime Minister as early as tomorrow.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:35:04 +0100UK fashion retailer to shut last 20 stores this weekend after entering administration
All of the remaining Quiz stores in the UK, of which there are 20, will shut down by the end of tomorrow (June 20).
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:31:53 +0100Concerns over 'absolutely horrendous' levels of absenteeism at council
Concerns over the number of staff in Glasgow City Council absent from work have been raised by a local councillor.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:56:28 +0100Man charged over suspected anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh
Counter-terrorism officers were brought in to investigate the attacks across Edinburgh on Friday, which left five people injured.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100First female RHS chair-designate on her plans to 'sow the seeds of rural Scotland'
Speaking to The Herald at the historic Ingliston House at the Royal Highland Centre, Ms Adam shared her excitement and hopes for the role.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:34:00 +0100Revealed: Scotland's EU exports down £1bn a year as Brexit toll is laid bare
Scotland is selling around £1 billion a year less to Europe than it did before Brexit — as campaigners call for a rethink over the nation's relationship with the EU
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:15:00 +0100'Most successful author on planet' Alistair MacLean started out at The Herald
THIS week’s Icon was the “most successful author on the planet” – and it all started with a short story for The Glasgow Herald.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:05:00 +0100BBC Radio Scotland backlash after drop in new Scottish music
New data shows a 57% fall in emerging Scottish artists on air, as critics warn BBC Radio Scotland is drifting from its public service role.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100Poll: UK would now vote to rejoin the EU after Brexit regret
The UK would vote to rejoin the European Union in new referendum, a major poll has found as the country prepares to mark the 10th anniversary next Tuesday of the Brexit vote.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100'Resilience isn’t consent': Mull families torn apart by school hostel system
Families in the Ross of Mull say sending teenagers to mainland hostels is driving depopulation and trauma, as a bitter school row exposes deep divisions over the island’s future
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cleared but not free: How Peter Murrell's embezzlement hurts Nicola Sturgeon's legacy
Nicola Sturgeon was idolised by millions. But the shadow of Operation Branchform and Peter Murrell's embezzlement plagues her legacy.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:01:00 +0100'Complacency, naivety': Why the Remain campaign lost the 2016 referendum
The leader of the campaign in Scotland to stay in the European Union has lifted the lid on why Remain lost the landmark vote across the UK in June 2016.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:25:12 +0100Edinburgh attack suspect appears motivated by ‘anti-Muslim hatred’, Starmer says
The Prime Minister has condemned the attacks in Edinburgh that have left five people injured, saying the suspect appeared to be motivated by “anti-Muslim hatred”.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Tartan Army bids Boston a bittersweet farewell after doing Scotland proud
National pride, much like a Scottish national side's football game, is hard-won and so easily lost. After a 10-day takeover of Boston, with one win and one loss on the pitch, the country's fans have played a blinder off it.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:15:00 +0100'We will crash. We’re f***ed' Can revolutionary new economic theory save Scotland?
Amid financial and political crisis, a fringe movement within economics called Modern Monetary Theory is starting to gain traction. Our Writer at Large talks to its proponents
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:46:10 +0100Counter-terrorism police leading probe after five injured in Edinburgh incidents
Police said they received multiple calls from members of the public on Friday evening about violent attacks including, threats, robbery and vandalism.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:28:39 +0100Services returning to normal at Edinburgh Airport after security alert
Services at Edinburgh Airport are returning to normal after it was evacuated on Friday evening because of a security alert.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:49:27 +0100Row as council chiefs claim new roof 'not appropriate' for Local Hero village
A Pennan couple have been told they can keep their new slate roof despite council chiefs claiming it is “not appropriate” for the historic village.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:04:15 +0100School safety review after incidents where pupils left classes without permission
A review of school safety across Fife is to take place following recent incidents where children have managed to leave school grounds.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:05:22 +0100Council u-turns on plans to close Time Capsule ice rink
North Lanarkshire Council has decided not to proceed with proposals to replace the ice rink at the Time Capsule leisure complex in Coatbridge.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:43:37 +010028 in hospital, nine in critical condition, after train collision near Bedford
28 people remain in hospital, nine of them in a critical condition, after two trains collided near Bedford, police have said.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:32:04 +0100Permanent closure of school which had just four pupils recommended for approval
The permanent closure of a Borders school which had just four pupils is being recommended for approval next week.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:52:17 +0100Man taken to hospital after attack on Sauchiehall Street
Police are appealing for information following the serious assault of a man in Glasgow.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:08:24 +0100Number of expressions of interest made for ExxonMobil site at Mossmorran
A NUMBER of expressions of interest have already been made for the ExxonMobil site at Mossmorran.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:44:23 +0100Two swim for it to Bass Rock after kayak begins sinking in Firth of Forth
The RNLI has issued warm weather safety advice after rescuing two kayakers in the Firth of Forth.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:01:00 +0100'When I die, just boil me up and stick me in a bag. I don’t want a funeral'
We are sitting together in a Starbucks opposite Pacific Quay and I’m trying and mostly failing to get a word in edgewise. Janet Street-Porter is in Glasgow to promote her stage show which is coming to Scotland this autumn and right now she is in fu...
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:20:24 +0100Four taken to hospital following series of incidents in West of Edinburgh
A 36-year old man has been arrested following a series of incidents at a number of locations across the West of Edinburgh.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:32:00 +0100Passengers face disruption at Edinburgh Airport after security alert
Parts of the airport were evacuated after what Police Scotland described as a ‘potentially suspicious package’ was discovered around 6.50pm on Friday.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100Scotland's best dairy produce from ice cream to cheese - including a vegan winner
The best of dairy has been judged and celebrated. So who are the winners of Scotland's best ice cream, cheese and cream?
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100Exploring the secrets of the treasure trove at the heart of the Royal Highland Show
Here, more than 300 trophies sit, ready to be engraved and polished, a resplendent burst of gold and silver.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0100From royal stronghold to missed opportunity: The slow decline of historic Scots town
A walking tour reveals Dumbarton’s extraordinary past, from Viking raids to royal intrigue — and the frustration of those fighting to protect it. Kevin McKenna reports
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100Meet the researchers digging up Polish war installations on the coast of Fife
A groundbreaking archaeological survey of a former Second World War army camp could pave the way for discovering future treasures
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100Màiri McAllan pledges film and TV rethink to make it easier to 'tell our own stories'
Scotland's new culture secretary admits the country needs to do 'much more' to support Scottish writers, producers and directors to develop home-grown work.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:35:00 +0100Prestwick Airport passenger numbers up as new flights hopes flagged
Prestwick Airport's chief executive revealed growth in passenger numbers and hopes for the future
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:05:00 +0100Train driver killed and dozens seriously injured as two trains collide near Bedford
Two trains have collided in the Bedford area, police have said
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:35:00 +0100Why Europe offers many routes to value for investors
Companies across Europe offer a wealth of opportunities to investors
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100Center Parcs boss says £450m Borders village will not 'break' local roads
The boss of holiday giant Center Parcs has moved to ease concerns over the impact of its new Scottish Borders village on local roads, insisting it will deliver a “net benefit” to the region through jobs, investment and increased tourism.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:32:00 +0100‘Hell yeah, I’ll come here’: Center Parcs chief’s vision for a Borders revival
Center Parcs’ £450m Borders resort aims to transform a drive-through region into a major tourism destination, promising jobs, investment and renewed focus on Scotland’s overlooked south
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Islanders have outgrown ferries': Tunnel plan for Shetland and when it could start
Hannah Mary Goodlad says Shetland’s first tunnel could be underway before the end of parliament, as she says islanders have “outgrown” ferries
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:45:47 +0100Tesco unveils plans to revamp supermarket in Scottish town
Tesco is planning to demolish the upper level car park of its Greenock supermarket as part of major refurbishment of the store.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:31:47 +0100Man jailed for 3 years as crackdown on use of 'dodgy' Fire Sticks in the UK continues
A man has been jailed for more than three years for selling illegal IPTV subscriptions and pre-loaded Firesticks to almost 2,000 customers.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0100Film about Elbit Systems legal cases to be shown in two Scottish cities next month
A film telling the story of the 'Filton 25' and their legal battle against terrorism charges will be shown in Glasgow and Edinburgh next month
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:56:36 +0100Glasgow: The Next Chapter - The Herald's new series explores the future of the city
The Herald's latest in-depth investigative series explores the future of Scotland's largest city through the lens of culture, business, people and more.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:28:53 +0100Union Street fire spread 'rapidly' through voids before emergency crews arrived
The Union Street fire spread “rapidly” through concealed voids before emergency services arrived on the scene, initial investigations have indicated.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100May's burst of sunshine offers reassurance, but is not an economic turning point
A spell of warm weather and seasonal spending gave UK retailers a timely boost in May, but the underlying picture remains fragile
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Scotland's dairy godfather on family, online fame, and 80 years of milking cows
Today, Dr Graham holds court at the Graham’s tent at the Royal Highland Show, blue and white bunting blowing in the wind.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100'200 tasters in a day.' Is judging ice cream the best job at the Royal Highland Show?
Someone has to taste the over 200 ice creams that were entered into the Scottish Dairy Championships this year. This, says a judge, is what it's like
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:43:55 +0100Possible squirrelpox outbreak prompts appeal to locals in Scottish town
National conservation project Saving Scotland's Red Squirrels (SSRS) and conservation charity The Eastern Lowlands Red Squirrel Group (ELRSG) said they ave received multiple reports of sick red squirrels in Dollar, with symptoms they believe to be...
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:58:45 +0100Inside story: How Tories turned things around to win in Aberdeen South
Analysis of how the Conservatives turned Aberdeen South into a referendum on oil and gas, exposing SNP uncertainty on North Sea jobs and economic trust.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:27:29 +0100This striking Glasgow office block is to be converted into a flagship aparthotel
An office building in Glasgow's Merchant City is to be transformed into a 'flagship' 153-unit aparthotel