Scotland Herald
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:19:08 +0100Broken windscreen wiper on 40-year-old ferry halts CalMac sailings to Scottish island
Two trips were cancelled on Monday morning
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:06:03 +0100SNP, Plaid and Sinn Féin leaders expected to sign joint agreement in Cardiff
Constitutional change for the UK's constituent countries is back on the agenda
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:38:44 +0100UK shoe chain set to shut 17 stores as closing down sales begin - see the full list
Wynsors World of Shoes is set to close 17 stores across the UK - see the full list of locations.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:25:47 +0100Late night crash closes M8 in both directions - police at scene
The accident has shut a large section of the motorway
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:58:12 +0100Helicopter rescue after casualty falls on Arthur’s Seat
The Rescue 199 aircraft was seen over the city on Sunday evening
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Peter Murrell could be ordered to repay more than he embezzled from SNP
Why Peter Murrell may have to repay more than the £400,000 he embezzled from the SNP after inflation is applied to his criminal benefit.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Families of women killed by men take calls for action to Holyrood
Families and survivors will tell MSPs of the devastating impact of male violence as Russell Findlay hosts a Holyrood roundtable on women’s safety.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Dying too young': 35 Scottish men die early every day as health crisis costs £1.73bn
More than 35 men die before 75 every day in Scotland as poor men’s health costs £1.73bn a year, prompting fresh calls for government action.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:42:00 +0100Scottish 'heritage wonderland' tells story of once world-leading industry
It's a 'community asset and social enterprise at heart' that attracted 145,500 visitors in the last year
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:05:00 +0100Frank Bruno to appear at North Edinburgh event during Men’s Mental Health Month
Boxing legend Frank Bruno will appear at a North Edinburgh event in November, sharing his experiences of boxing and mental health.
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Forever Home full cast list for Channel 5 adaptation of Graham Norton book
An adaptation of Graham Norton's book Forever Home will air on Channel 5, starring the likes of Amy Nuttall and Denise Welch
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100Popular novel being adapted to ITV drama after almost a 'decade in the making'
Elizabeth Day’s The Party is a five-part ITV thriller starring Luke Evans and Tom Cullen, exploring friendship, identity and belonging, coming to ITVX.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:24:00 +0100Police shut road and pavements amid ongoing incident
A street in Glasgow's East End has been shut as police have cordoned off the area.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0100Four arrests at Rangers v Celtic amid 'officer assault' and 'sectarian abuse'
Four people were arrested at Ibrox surrounding the match between Rangers and Celtic on Sunday.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:47:00 +0100Prestwick Airport puts prime airport estate land on the market
A new development area has been put up for sale at Prestwick Airport.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:49:00 +0100Trump revels in Irish unity backlash but 'saves Scottish independence views, for now'
US President Donald Trump has said he “loved” the backlash to his comments in support of Irish unification, but said he'll "save comments on Scottish independence for another day".
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:19:30 +0100'A great boon': Historic fountain flowing again following major restoration project
The historic Whyte Melville Memorial Fountain has officially returned to operation in the heart of St Andrews following the completion of a major restoration project funded by the St Andrews Pilgrim Foundation and project-managed by Fife Council.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:57:04 +0100'A proud moment': Perth chosen as host of Scotland's first democracy festival
Perth has been selected as the host location for the launch of the Scottish People's Meeting, a major new democracy festival inspired by the highly successful Danish Folkemødet.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:32:42 +0100Preserved brickwork from historic school to be shared with ex-pupils and staff
Ex-pupils, teachers, staff and members of the local community are being given the opportunity to own a small piece of a former Perth school's history.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:25:06 +0100Councillor questions ‘rosy projections’ around £16m plans for town square
A £16 million transformation of Burns Statue Square has been approved despite warnings from some councillors over the impact on businesses and the wider Ayr town centre.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:22:00 +0100Protesters campaign against Glasgow Subway’s 'dangerous' lack of accessibility
Disability campaigners say they have been made to feel like a “safety risk” using the Glasgow Subway network, at a protest outside of Kelvinbridge Subway station.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:32:02 +0100Man dies in hospital following three-vehicle crash in the Borders
Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash in the Scottish Borders.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:31:00 +0100Swinney to join Welsh and Irish leaders to sign independence referendum pact
The First Ministers of the UK’s devolved nations will sign a landmark agreement on Monday aimed at putting pressure on Downing Street to hold referendums on independence.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:24:51 +0100Scottish country home dating back to 1822 hits the market
This beautiful seven bedroom home in Ayrshire, which dates back more than 200 years, has just gone on the market for offers over £685,000.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Show me the money: UK golf ventures into the private equity era
Historic golf clubs are weighing the promise of outside investment against member ownership as investors target courses, resorts and tourism assets
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:41:37 +0100Independence referendum ‘not off the table’, says McAllan
A referendum on Scottish independence is “not off the table”, Scotland’s Education Secretary has said, despite comments from the Prime Minister.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:27:08 +0100Teen off-road biker fighting for life after serious crash in Paisley
Police are appealing for information following a serious crash in Paisley.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:15:36 +0100I do not intend to stand still on improving performance in schools, says McAllan
Scotland’s Education Secretary has said she “does not intend to stand still” following the results of a key international league table this week.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:08:11 +0100Labour councillors issue fresh plea to help make Glasgow city centre safer
A fresh plea to help make Glasgow city centre safer has been issued by local Labour councillors after witnessing first-hand the safety challenges people face at night.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:25:46 +0100Woman in critical condition following serious crash in East Ayrshire
Police are appealing for information following a serious crash in East Ayrshire.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:44:21 +0100Deacon Blue announce tour to mark 40th anniversary of 'Raintown'
Scottish rockers Deacon Blue have announced a tour to mark the 40th anniversary of their iconic debut album 'Raintown'.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:28:53 +0100Brave shopkeeper tackled ammonia-wielding robber carrying out third raid in weeks
A brave shopkeeper tackled an ammonia-wielding robber carrying out his third raid in a matter of weeks.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:45:35 +0100Crash sparks closure of M74 motorway in one direction
The M74 motorway has been closed to traffic in one direction due to a crash.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0100Death of man in West Lothian may have involved firearm, say police
Police have said the death of a 35-year-old man who was found injured at a property may have involved a firearm. Officers are also investigating a nearby car fire, which may be linked.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100What's next for capital's tram network after northern extension goes off the rails?
While Thursday’s season finale was supposed to be full of drama, it proved rather predictable for those of us who frequent the city chambers.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:26:00 +0100UK maritime police failed to probe grounding of 'unseaworthy' CalMac ferry
The MAIB dropped a full investigation into grounding of CalMac's MV Loch Linnhe ferry after concluding a legally required passage plan existed. CalMac said no plan was created.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:15:00 +0100'It beggars belief': The inside story of Scots fighting the far-right on the streets
With right-wing extremists dominating the news, our Writer at Large talks to the ordinary men and women standing up to racists and defending their communities against hatred
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:15:00 +0100Sorry John, the SNP has turned Scotland into a rotten borough unfit for independence
SNP have turned Scotland into a rotten borough not fit for independence
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100Scottish universities are said to be in crisis. What I found in Glasgow surprised me
The Herald was on the ground at EAIE Glasgow 2026, with key insights on the discussions shaping the future of higher education in Scotland.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Why SNP activists think John Swinney missed the best independence opportunity yet
Andy Burnham's remarks sparked hope among independence supporters, but some SNP activists believe John Swinney failed to seize the moment
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Salmond Files court battle: Ministers 'want power to decide what stays secret'
Scotland's Information Commissioner accuses ministers of seeking to rewrite freedom of information law ahead of a Court of Session hearing later this month over the long-withheld Salmond files
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:30:00 +0100'Staggering disregard' for marine life as new documents emerge in subsea cable row
Campaigners have accused the Scottish Government's nature advisory of 'staggering disregard for wildlife after a controversial subsea cable was given approval.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:15:00 +0100Fife lothario Jack Vettriano certainly liked painting with a wee view to voyeurism
IN an unusual break with recent tradition, this week’s Icon was neither born in England nor educated privately nor upper class.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 06:01:00 +0100New ScotRail app contract could outlast Scotland’s integrated ticketing rollout
The contract for ScotRail's new mobile app and digital retailing platform could outlive the implementation of integrated ticketing on Scottish public transport, as the earliest possible start date for the system has been revealed.
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:43:38 +0100Michael Gove’s surprising verdict on Nicola Sturgeon after TV show Wargame
Michael Gove has praised Nicola Sturgeon as a “highly thoughtful person” after the former rivals teamed up for Sky's TV show Wargame.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:48:51 +0100Man arrested for involvement in disorder following Glasgow Green protest
The 25-year-old was charged in connection with an outstanding warrant relating to disorder in Glasgow on Saturday, 25 July, 2026.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:35:26 +0100Hundreds gather in Glasgow for anti-immigration rally and counter protest
Hundreds have gathered in Glasgow for an anti-immigration rally and associated counter protest.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:13:10 +0100Community engagement to get underway on future plans for world heritage site
A community engagement exercise is due to get underway this month on future plans for the UNESCO Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:14:33 +0100Glasgow DIY music festival Freakender returns for 10th birthday edition
Glasgow DIY music festival Freakender is returning for its 10th edition. The festival will take place over three days at popular city centre haunt The Old Hairdressers.
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:33:16 +0100Scottish teacher completes 18,000km cycle from Clydebank to Australia
A former teacher from Clydebank who quit his job to pursue the "mad decision" to cycle 18,000kmn to Australia has arrived at his destination after nearly a year