Scotland Herald
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:20:08 +0100Police warning after crash closes city street
Motorists have been advised to avoid the area
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:45:29 +0100Rail disruption on busy city line after 'operational incident'
Passengers have been warned of rush-hour disruption on between two of Scotland's busiest stations after an "operational incident".
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:05:44 +0100Today's cartoon from Steven Camley - on Donald Trump's latest election ruse
You can find Steven Camley in The Herald and online at heraldscotland.com
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:38:42 +0100Scottish couple face new charge over 107kg Sydney ketamine seizure
Demi McDaid, 23, and her partner Jack Farrelly, 30, were arrested at the end of June
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:01:00 +0100Scottish Government taken to court over approval for 544-bed West End 'super-hostel'
The group has submitted a statutory appeal asking that the Scottish Government Reporter’s approval for the scheme be reversed.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:30:00 +0100Right wing podcaster who stood for Holyrood fails to submit election expenses
A far-right podcaster who stood for election in Glasgow failed to declare any election expenses, despite bragging of using crowdfunded donations to put up billboards around the city
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:30:00 +0100Golfers behaving badly? Club managers are facing a growing disciplinary crisis
Golf clubs are dealing with more complaints than ever, from WhatsApp rows and slow play disputes to cheating and aggression, says NGCAA chief Alistair Smith
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:27:00 +0100'Disgraceful' snub leaves Scotland's poorest tenants facing soaring rents
Scottish social tenants are excluded from new rent controls as social housing rents rise 12.4% and tenants struggle with the cost of living crisis.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100'It stinks': BBC refuses to reveal complaints over Commonwealth Games coverage
The BBC has refused to reveal how many complaints it received over not showing live coverage of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games this summer.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hidden papers reveal doubts over Scottish Government’s £500m homes fund
Previously withheld papers reveal officials knew Scotland’s £500m First Homes Fund could support some buyers who may have been able to purchase without it.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:31:00 +0100Why industry heavyweights are backing bid to take River Clyde into a new era
Formation of new Alliance will help River Clyde 'deliver economic benefit to the region'
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100SNP claims independence could make every Scot £3,000 a year better off
An independent Scotland would make Scots £3,000 a year richer, the SNP has claimed.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100Swinney pays tribute on 25th anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks
Scotland’s First Minister has paid tribute to those whose lives were “forever changed” by the “unimaginable tragedy” of the September 11 attack 25 years ago.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100Scotland's World Cup ties with Massachusetts lead to new investment push
The UK and Scottish governments have joined together to fund science collaboration with the United States.
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:06:58 +0100UK holiday home manufacturer closes after entering administration with 80 jobs lost
UK holiday home manufacturer Sunseeker Holiday Home has ceased trading after collapsing into administration, resulting in the loss of around 80 jobs.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:33:00 +0100Protesters storm Glasgow council offices in fight to save homeless shelter
Protesters demanding a Glasgow homeless charity’s night shelter be kept open have staged a demonstration inside council offices this morning.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0100GTA VI developers fired over secret chat 'mocking bosses', tribunal hears
Developers working on Grand Theft Auto VI were fired after developer Rockstar uncovered a “disparaging” private chat room where employees swore about their managers and complained about the company, a tribunal has been told.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:31:00 +0100CCTV images released after fans invade Celtic Park pitch after Hearts match
Police Scotland releases CCTV image of a man sought over an assault during Celtic v Hearts at Celtic Park amid a pitch invasion on May 16, 2026.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0100Here's who's being recognised in new plaques to mark Glasgow's musical history
Lulu, Lewis Capaldi, Simple Minds, Belle and Sebastian, Texas and Wet Wet Wet are to be honoured in a new heritage trail celebrating Glasgow’s musical history.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:48:58 +0100Burnham rejects Swinney's call for IndyRef2 talks and insists vote is 'off limits'
Andy Burnham has flatly rejected John Swinney's call for independence referendum talks, insisting his PMQs comparison between Scotland and Northern Ireland was misread.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:16:42 +0100Labour insists its position on Indyref2 hasn't changed... it has
Andy Burnham's comments on public consensus and a future referendum may amount to only a subtle shift, but they mark a notable departure from Labour's previously uncompromising opposition to indyref2.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100THG makeover delivers stronger profits, but investors still unconvinced
The owner of Myprotein and Lookfantastic says its turnaround is gaining traction, but investors focused on weaker near-term growth
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:30:19 +0100Watchdog fights back after judge rules it acted unlawfully in Glasgow councillor case
Standards Commission appeals a Court of Session ruling after Glasgow councillor Fiona Higgins won a legal challenge over evidence in her misconduct case.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:23:51 +0100Police appeal after woman raped while walking her dog in Blantyre
Police are appealing for information after a woman was raped in Blantyre.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:05:44 +0100Everything you need to know as the Mòd Fringe comes to Glasgow
The world’s biggest celebration of Gaelic language and culture is due to make its return to Glasgow, where it was last held in 2019
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:59:01 +0100Why the SEC expansion is set to be a game-changer for Glasgow on the Clyde
A large swathe of Glasgow's waterfront is set to be transformed under plans to redevelop the home of the Hydro and Armadillo venues.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:46:00 +0100Edinburgh's northern tram line put on ice as councillors vote to back southern spur
Councilors from the SNP, Labour, and Greens joined forces to approve a report recommending that the city’s proposed southern tram extension be prioritised.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:38:44 +0100Four adults and baby rescued after blaze breaks out at flats in Edinburgh
Firefighters have rescued four adults and a baby following a blaze in the roof of a four-storey block of flats in Edinburgh.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:05:22 +0100Armed police and military personnel to conduct training drill in Cambuslang
Armed police and military personnel are to take part in a multi-agency exercise in Cambuslang on Friday, September 11.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:51:13 +0100‘His words won't bring back my children’: Bereaved mother rejects Swinney apology
Elizabeth Crammond, who suffered three pregnancy losses, has rejected John Swinney’s apology over miscarriage care and called on him to meet her.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:14:00 +0100Councillor's standards hearing to proceed despite questions raised by Higgins ruling
A judicial review found the Standards Commission for Scotland acted unlawfully in preventing Glasgow councillor Fiona Higgins from admitting documents.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:03:51 +0100Original Victorian frontage uncovered as historic city pub changes hands
The new owners of one of Glasgow's most historic pubs have uncovered the building's Victorian frontage as they vow to give the venue the "respect it's due".
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:02:16 +0100New Glasgow City Council leader says he's 'happy' falling out with Holyrood
A changing of the the guard at the city chambers saw shots fired across Holyrood's bow
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:34:34 +0100Scottish cultural magazine The Skinny to cease publication after 20 years
The Skinny is to cease publication after 20 years. A statement from the Edinburgh-based publication confirmed that September’s issue will be its final issue.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:06:40 +0100Police called after child brings knife into primary school in Fife
A pupil brought a knife to Blairhall Primary, prompting police to attend after another child was allegedly threatened.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:51:13 +0100Shopping centre escalator fixed after year-long outage breaks down again
An update has been issued on the broken escalator at Clyde Shopping Centre. The troubled system had been out of use since the beginning of 2025 before being fixed back in March of this year.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:33:01 +0100Council to issue full apology after flawed consultation over mothballing of nurseries
Scottish Borders Council has been required to issue a full apology after an ombudsman upheld a complaint that a public consultation over proposed mothballing of nurseries was unreasonable.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:27:36 +0100Probe after police officers assaulted by football fans at station
Police officers were assaulted by a group of football fans after attempting to arrest a man who had been abusive on a train.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:25:55 +0100Homeless shelter in Glasgow city centre recommended for refusal
A homeless charity’s latest bid to secure planning permission for a night shelter in Glasgow city centre has been recommended for refusal.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:17:00 +0100Strike announced at major Scottish distillery after huge job cuts announced
Around 100 people are set to strike at the largest grain distillery in Scotland after plans for swingeing job cuts were announced
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:12:00 +0100Vote of confidence from New Town chief as council's plans for Princes Street approved
Following a spirited debate on Wednesday, councillors on the planning committee voted to back an “ambitious pragmatic” approach for Princes Street.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:12:31 +0100What East Lothian's latest golf tourism win says about a changing market
A new golf tourism event has secured host destinations through to 2028. What does East Lothian's selection reveal about the changing battle for golf travellers?
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:56:47 +0100Major study to assess impacts of climate change on Scotland’s canals
Scottish Canals is working with two globally renowned climate and heritage experts to assess the growing challenges posed by climate change to Scotland’s network of canals.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:25:00 +0100Much-loved Ayrshire café closes suddenly after more than 30 years
A well-known café in Ayrshire has closed suddenly, with customers informed by a sign in the window
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:21:27 +0100Glasgow directors banned over £15 million vape smuggling tax evasion plot
Two company directors have been disqualified after their business imported vapes disguised as medical equipment and evaded millions of pounds in tax.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:09:00 +0100ScotRail seeks views on proposed renaming of train station
ScotRail has launched a consultation on the proposed renaming of a railway station. The proposal would see Glenrothes with Thornton railway station changed to become Thornton railway station.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0100Analysis: More money, more problems for Scotland’s colleges
A new report has found that ongoing financial problems in the college sector have only gotten worse, and reform efforts are struggling to keep up.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:11:46 +0100UK travel agent ceases trading after nearly 20 years - is your holiday affected?
UK travel agent Barnes Worldwide Travel Ltd has ceased trading after 19 years, according to ABTA - see what impact this has on holiday bookings.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:55:16 +0100Swinney calls for Indyref2 talks after Burnham sets out conditions for new vote
John Swinney has written to Andy Burnham asking for talks on a legal mechanism for a Scottish independence referendum after the Prime Minister appeared to change position on a new vote.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:31:26 +0100Main rural route closed in both directions for over 12 hours following morning crash
Emergency services are at the scene