Scotland Herald
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:43:20 +0000Plans for new mixed use development could bring 44 jobs to Scottish town
Plans for a new mixed-use development including a convenience store, coffee shop with drive-through and electric vehicle charging hub on land at Glasgow Road, Kilmarnock could bring up to 44 jobs.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:42:26 +0000Reform rise stalls as Scots plan to vote tactically to stop Farage, poll shows
Reform UK’s surge in Scotland has stalled after it emerged Scots are willing to vote tactically to thwart Nigel Farage's rise, a poll has found.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:36:53 +0000Established watering hole put up for sale two years ago has price slashed in half
An established Hawick watering hole put up for sale almost two years ago has had its price almost slashed in half – with hopes that a new holiday village will help clinch a deal.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:48:00 +0000CalMac's 'regret' over secret pay-off failure: What we know of the scandal
Ministers are under growing pressure to explain how the 'fired' chief executive of the publicly funded lifeline ferry operator CalMac received more than £170,000 in annual pay after being removed from his post just three days into the year.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:30:00 +0000Travel bills for bosses at Edinburgh University soar despite redundancies
During this time period, bosses spoke publicly about the need to slash as much as £140 million, including £90m in staff costs, from the university’s budget.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:29:00 +0000'Heads must roll': Transport secretary warned before 'obscene' ferry boss pay-off
The former First Minister Humza Yousaf and current transport secretary were told in advance that CalMac’s chief executive would be removed and it could lead to a significant and sensitive severance deal requiring ministers approval, the Herald on S...
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000The Celtic Connections show created by Scots poet Len Pennie and a Hollywood composer
New album recorded in a day will be brought to life on stage in Glasgow.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Nearly three quarters of Scots would vote to rejoin the EU, poll finds
Nearly three quarters of Scots now say they would vote to rejoin the European Union, a new poll shows, underscoring deepening Brexit regret — especially among younger voters — and raising fresh questions about independence and the UK’s future d...
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0000Glasgow School of Art may never be fully restored
The fire-ravaged Glasgow School of Art may never be fully restored to its pre-fire condition if rebuilt, a report for the institution has revealed.
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000'SNP gender ideology has stopped them fixing real issues like economy and transport'
Billionaire Scottish bus firm brothers the Easdales explain why they've donated a six-figure sum to Scottish Labour
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000Slow down this winter with a countryside escape at Pentonbridge Inn
As the year begins, there are few better ways to embrace winter than with a restorative escape to the Cumbrian countryside
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000Reviving Scotland’s lost Zulu fleet with an 80ft hand‑built herring boat project
An ambitious Ullapool project is rebuilding an 80ft Class One Zulu herring boat by hand, reviving lost skills and restoring a missing piece of Scotland’s maritime heritage
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 22:29:01 +0000Appeal to help trace two girls reported missing from Alexandria
Police Scotland is appealing for the help of the public to trace two girls who are reported missing from Alexandria.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 21:33:05 +0000Glasgow NHS board accepts probable link between infections and hospital water system
The Scottish Hospitals Inquiry has been examining issues at Glasgow’s Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) and Royal Hospital for Children.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 18:32:49 +0000Trump to slap new tariffs on Britain and EU after troops sent to Greenland
Donald Trump has imposed sweeping tariffs on the UK and key European allies after accusing them of risking global security by sending troops to Greenland. The move threatens Scottish whisky exports and deepens tensions over US ambitions in the Arctic...
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Swinney: SNP Holyrood majority would warrant second independence referendum
The First Minister has called for another Scottish independence referendum to be held if the SNP wins a majority at Holyrood later this year.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:55:36 +0000Plans to mothball Angus primary school nursery after one child applies for place
An Angus primary school’s nursery could be mothballed after just one child applied for a place.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:40:29 +0000Police appeal after fatal road crash on A75 west of Dumfries
Police are appealing for information after a fatal crash on the A75 at the Glen, west of Dumfries on Friday.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 15:27:13 +0000Social care giant launches biggest-ever recruitment campaign in Scotland
A social care giant has launched its biggest-ever recruitment campaign in Scotland to attract a new generation of people into social care.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:40:19 +0000Glasgow waterfront hotel preparing to reopen after sudden closure in 2023
A Glasgow waterfront hotel is preparing to reopen after suddenly closing in 2023.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:28:25 +0000Councillors pledge to raise matter of freezing trains on West Highland line
Councillors have pledged to raise the matter of freezing trains on a railway line serving parts of Argyll and Bute at a national level.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:26:50 +0000Retail giants Marks & Spencer weigh up expansion in Scottish town
National retail giants Marks & Spencer are weighing up expansion in Irvine and the potential moves have earned praise from a North Ayrshire Council Cabinet member
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:22:30 +000013-year-old girl raises money to buy her north Glasgow team’s football kit
Sufia sprang into action to raise £700 in two days for the under 14s Athena team amid sponsorship challenges.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:17:58 +0000Over 90 per cent of Caithness roads left unrepaired, council report reveals
Highland Council is set to complete just 51 road maintenance jobs out of the 643 needed for Caithness
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:45:25 +0000Residents bemoan lack of access to discount supermarket in Scottish town
Largs has been named as one of the towns across Scotland paying much more per year on their grocery shopping simply because they lack access to a discount supermarket, new analysis from Aldi has revealed.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:35:28 +0000Outstanding historic 14th century castle up for sale for £1.3m
A 14TH century castle with views over the Lothians and the Forth is now for sale at £1.3 million.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:27:37 +0000Pub in historic village to close after 'struggling' for last few years
A BORDERS pub has decided to close its doors permanently after “struggling” for the last few years.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:25:25 +0000Main road between two Scottish towns to close for three months
The B9097, between Ballingry and Cardenden, is set to shut on January 29 to allow for three-month-long works.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:21:22 +0000Ayrshire hotel and wedding venue dating back to 1883 put up for sale
A stunning North Ayrshire wedding venue has been brought onto the property market.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:17:01 +0000MSP welcomes CalMac decision to reverse plans for disabled passengers on Arran ferry
MSP welcomes CalMac’s decision to reverse plans affecting disabled passengers on Arran ferry reverse plans affecting disabled passengers
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:22:28 +0000WATCH: Hundreds of bikers ride through Glasgow for funeral of 'Blue Angels' founder
Hundreds of bikers from across the globe have descended on Glasgow for the 'final ride' of a founder member of the 'Blue Angels' motorcycle group.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 11:51:05 +0000Police appeal following fatal Borders crash
Road policing officers are appealing for information following a fatal one-vehicle crash in the Scottish Borders.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 11:36:14 +0000Pensioner to stand trial charged with murdering his wife
A pensioner is to stand trial charged with the murder of his wife.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 11:22:09 +0000Man dies in crash between van and recovery lorry on A9
A 20-year-old man has died in a crash on the A9 in Highland Perthshire.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:58:12 +0000Mountain rescue team called to assist in rescue of crashed paraglider
A mountain rescue team was called by police to assist in the rescue of a crashed paraglider in Lanarkshire.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:27:12 +0000Tony Blair chosen by Donald Trump for Gaza ‘Board of Peace’
The former prime minister’s name appeared alongside high-profile Trump administration officials, as a founding member of the group
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:01:19 +0000Two teens charged after 'bladed weapons incident' in Edinburgh
Two teenagers aged 17 and 15 have been arrested in Edinburgh.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:55:16 +0000Concerns raised over 'creeping commercialisation' of Glasgow's oldest park
Calton Community Council (CCC) has launched a petition called “Whose Glasgow Green” regarding the use of Glasgow Green for commercial events
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:39:09 +0000The dark history behind this abandoned castle near Glasgow where Lulu was born
See the 'infamous' abandoned castle near Glasgow, where famous faces like singer Lulu and footballer John Brown were born.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:30:00 +0000Lifeline payments rushed to families facing 'financial calamity' in Scotland
Lifeline payments being delivered within days will pull some of Scotland’s most vulnerable families from the brink of financial crisis, according to a leading charity
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:30:00 +0000'My daughter goes to school in shoes that leak because I can't afford new ones'
Parents in Scotland have told of the toll poverty is taking on their lives every day, as they struggle to keep their kids warm and fed during the winter.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Petition to stop gannet chick hunt becomes one of the most signed in Holyrood history
A petition to end the gannet chick hunt has become one of the most signed in Holyrood history, with more than 67,000 people backing the call.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Sarwar 'avoiding accountability' over Duncan-Glancy friendship with sex offender
Anas Sarwar refused to answer The Herald's questions about whether he will sack Ms Duncan-Glancy as a Scottish Labour MSP.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:37:00 +0000Landmark Scottish city shopping centre with over 100 stores to be sold
One of Scotland's largest shopping centres is to be sold to one of the country's retail giants
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:35:00 +0000Landmark Scottish location chosen for new EV charging hub
A major electric vehicle (EV) charging hub has been installed at the landmark Scottish location
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0000Major UK golf group cuts its losses despite a drop in play
The company said it was a "resilient performance" as golf participation levels fell by 8% in the first half of the year
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000Why have Scottish billionaire brothers entered chaotic waters of Scottish politics?
James and Sandy Easdale, Scotland’s two business titans, have entered the chaotic waters of Scottish politics. Why now, asks Kevin McKenna
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000'See the reality': Maternity campaigners urge First Minister to visit South Scotland
Maternity campaigners urge Scotland’s First Minister to visit the South of Scotland as pregnant women continue to travel long distances in labour.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:33:00 +0000Changing financial goals emerge as year of uncertainty begins
New research casts light on people's financial priorities for the year ahead
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 06:30:00 +0000Billionaire brothers hand Sarwar a six-figure donation to 'remove the SNP from power'
Two of Scotland's richest entrepreneurs have provided a major boost to Scottish Labour by pledging a “substantial” six-figure donation to the party's election fighting fund.