Scotland Herald

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
BBC chiefs blasted for putting Scottish festivals at risk with huge Radio 2 event
Ticket sales for a number of outdoor events are said to have slumped since the three-day Stirling event was announced.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:48:22 +0100
Motorcyclist and passenger seriously injured in Glasgow crash
Road policing officers are appealing for information following a serious crash in Glasgow.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:22:21 +0100
John Swinney pledges national ban on smartphones in classrooms if SNP wins in May
The First Minister and SNP leader is vowing to legislate on the issue if his party wins the Scottish Parliament election.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Hospice charity launches £20m appeal to ‘reimagine palliative care for children’
A children’s hospice charity has launched a £20 million fundraising appeal that it says will help “reimagine what children’s palliative care can be”.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:52:48 +0100
Appeal for information following fatal crash on A932
Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash on the A932 in Forfar.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:36:16 +0100
Inquiry to examine death of lorry driver in Glasgow museum incident
A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) has been announced into the death of a man who was crushed in a lorry incident at a Glasgow museum.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:55:07 +0100
Controversial heritage rules approved for Local Hero village
Residents had previously called for Pennan’s conservation status to be removed amid fears the rules make them feel they ‘live in a museum’.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:30:00 +0100
'Is this Glasgow or f***ing what': How are The Prodigy without their Firestarter
The Prodigy

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:56:08 +0100
Man who died in Broughty Ferry collision named
A man who died after he was struck by a car in a Dundee suburb has been named as John Bell.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:43:00 +0100
Crisis hidden in plain sight as Scotland tops UK accident death league
Scotland is facing a deadly crisis hiding in plain sight — with lives lost every year in accidents the system cannot fully explain.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
V&A Dundee embraces football fever as young designers help create World Cup scarf
Unicorn and lion rampant feature in limited edition tartan scarf created after eight-week project.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Liberal Democrats pledge to end 'dangerous delays' to Scotland's domestic abuse law
The Scottish Liberal Democrats manifesto will pledge to end the 'dangerous' delays to implementing aspects of the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘Stealth’ funding shift sparks diabetes technology 'postcode lottery' fears
Thousands of people with type 1 diabetes in Scotland could face a postcode lottery over access to hybrid closed-loop systems after ministers shifted future funding to NHS boards. Clinicians and charities warn waiting lists may grow and rollout could ...

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:33:00 +0100
Scottish motorsport racing company ceases trading and enters liquidation
A Scottish motorsport company has been placed into liquidation.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0100
Scotch whisky: Convenient campaign prop, or do politicians really care?
Scottish political leaders are again happy to visit Scotch whisky distilleries on the campaign trail

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100
Scots campaigners call for controversial 31 turbine wind farm plans to be abandoned
Campaigners against two controversial wind farms have called on developers to abandon both projects.Plans for the Glen Lednock and Glentarken projects near St Fillans comprise up to 31 turbines, 16 of which would reach up to 200 metres high.Save Glen...

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100
John Swinney promises NHS funding boost as SNP launches manifesto
Scotland’s NHS is at the centre of the election battle with John Swinney set to pledge more funding and reform. But doctors warn that without radical long-term change, political promises risk falling short of what patients need.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:32:00 +0100
Next Scottish Government urged to seize 'watershed-moment' for salmon sector
Former SEPA chief Anne Anderson says it is time to fix issues plaguing salmon industry

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:21:50 +0100
Scottish Green co-leader ‘not interested’ in becoming First Minister but reveals pick
Ross Greer has revealed who he thinks should be Scotland’s next First Minister, saying he is "not interested" in the job himself.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:19:09 +0100
Discovery of 'elephant-sized' hole at George Square leads to major delays
The unexpected discovery of a hole, the size of an 'elephant', had forced council bosses to delay the reopening of George Square North

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:42:00 +0100
Tributes paid to Scots actor Alexander 'Sandy' Morton who has died aged 81
Tributes have been paid by Scotland's film and TV stars to actor Alexander Morton, who has died at the age of 81.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:10:01 +0100
One of Scotland's 'last untouched' private islands up for sale for £350k
One of Scotland’s "last untouched" private islands is set to be offered at auction for a six-figure sum.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0100
Bongo’s Bingo clashes with Glasgow election candidate over copyright
Bongo’s Bingo has warned a Glasgow election candidate she was breaching copyright on election promotions.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:20:00 +0100
Pensions giant buyout sparks fears for hundreds of finance jobs in Edinburgh
Pensions giant Standard Life acquires Edinburgh-based rival Aegon UK in deal to create UK market leader

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Football-themed course in Edinburgh helps adults improve literacy and skills
A football-themed course in Edinburgh is helping adults improve literacy and numeracy skills through discussions, writing exercises and community learning

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:13:00 +0100
Karen Gillan spotted on set as Highlander movie reboot films at Scottish castle
Highlander has begun filming at an iconic Scottish castle, and more members of its Hollywood all-star cast have been spotted on set.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Edinburgh named most expensive Scots city for floor space – A4-sized area priced £204
Edinburgh has been named the most expensive city in Scotland for floor space, according to new research by property website Zoopla.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Exhibition celebrating one of Scotland’s most prominent artists set for Edinburgh
Dovecot Studios hosts Elizabeth Blackadder: A Life in Colour, celebrating the Scottish artist’s legacy with tapestries, paintings and new textiles.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Barratt Redrow cautious on rising build costs from Iran conflict
The company's shares are holding their own today despite signs that the UK housebuilding sector may be digging in for another period of tough trading

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:59:40 +0100
Glasgow 2026 deals with Coca-Cola and beer brand spark criticism from health groups
Health groups across Scotland have raised concerns over Glasgow 2026 sponsorship deals with Coca-Cola and fruit lager brand Jubel, warning the partnerships could influence young people.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:11:00 +0100
Scots rapist jailed for 'abhorrent' offences across Highlands over 18 years
A rapist has been jailed for "abhorrent" crimes he committed across the Scottish Highlands over a period of 18 years.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:09:25 +0100
Ally McCoist blasts state of Glasgow as medical delay led to son's hospital emergency
Rangers legend Ally McCoist has hit out at the state of Glasgow city centre and revealed his son was left waiting nine days for an emergency dentist.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:28:00 +0100
Latest update as fuel protestors plan to block major Scots motorways
Drivers across Scotland are being warned to expect major disruption on motorways this week, with farmers planning nationwide fuel protests targeting key routes.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:23:41 +0100
Jobs in Scotland at risk as BBC said to make biggest cuts in more than a decade
One in 10 BBC jobs could be cut as part of a major cost-saving drive, it has been reported

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:27:27 +0100
Starmer rejects 'we are not safe' warning from ex-Nato chief
Sir Keir Starmer has rejected a warning from ex-Nato chief George Robertson that the UK is “under-prepared, under-insured and under attack".

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:06:09 +0100
Scottish kitchen company falls into administration after 25 years with all jobs lost
The firm ceased trading after 25 years following 'detrimental supply chain issues'

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:53:00 +0100
Staff and unions hold rally as Glasgow Caledonian University mulls 100 job cuts
Staff and unions held a protest outside of Glasgow Caledonian University on Wednesday morning amid plans to cut 100 jobs

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:51:43 +0100
Tributes pour in from across the globe for Scotland's only ferry dog
Spot was a celebrated border collie known for assisting with mooring ropes and welcoming visitors on the historic turntable ferry between Glenelg and Kylerhea.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0100
What Glasgow City Council is owed in unpaid business rates following vape shop fire
Glasgow City Council reveals what it is owed in unpaid business rates following the fire on the corner of Union Street in Glasgow last month.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:30:13 +0100
Funding bid for more top up taps in Glasgow in time for Commonwealth Games
Work to fund and install more TopUp taps across Glasgow in time for the Commonwealth Games is ongoing, according to a council officer.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:18:37 +0100
Sarwar denies 'get rid of Nats' pact chat with Reform — but Offord stands by account
Anas Sarwar has denied claims he suggested working with Reform UK to remove the SNP, branding the allegation “nonsense”. But Malcolm Offord insists the conversation happened.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Edinburgh Council gives go-ahead for more than 100 new affordable homes
Over 100 additional new affordable homes are being planned as part of a major redevelopment scheme in Edinburgh.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:56:12 +0100
Golfers' retreat: Holiday homes next to top-rated Moray links up for sale
Offers over £750,000 are being invited for a small portfolio of holiday lodges beside one of Moray’s best‑known coastal golf courses

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0100
Standard Life in £2bn takeover move for Edinburgh rival
Standard Life is ramping up expansion in the UK pensions market with the £2bn acquisition of a group developed out of a venerable Scottish firm.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:15:54 +0100
Scottish ultra-marathon champion dies during Cape Wrath Trail record attempt
David Parrish, from Dumfries, was attempting a fastest time on the long-distance route between Fort William and Cape Wrath when he was reported missing on Saturday

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:51:58 +0100
Ex-priest who committed ‘horrendous sexual crimes’ on two boys jailed for nine years
A former priest who committed ‘horrendous sexual crimes’ on two young boys has been jailed for nine years.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:23:43 +0100
'Well established' Scottish transport firm enters new chapter after 40 years
A Scottish transport firm has entered a new era after four decades of serving the local community.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:31:03 +0100
Fire at disused Aberdeen hospital building 'started deliberately', police say
A fire which seriously damaged an old office building near a hospital in Aberdeen is being treated as deliberate.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:35:03 +0100
New 'Highland Song Circle' launches in Inverness this month
A new monthly singing gathering will launch in Inverness this April, offering a welcoming and inclusive space dedicated to unaccompanied traditional and folk song.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:09:46 +0100
Italian restaurant chain enters administration with all UK venues at risk of closure
An Italian bar and restaurant chain that has venues across the UK has entered administration.

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