Scotland Herald
Fri, 01 May 2026 09:45:57 +0100Scottish Water issues supplies warning despite 97% full reservoirs
Reservoirs are almost full, but Scottish Water still wants Scots to use the resource sparingly
Fri, 01 May 2026 08:17:50 +0100Sir David Murray says ‘main gripe’ with Government is ‘waste in projects’
Sir David Murray gave a business leader’s perspective ahead of the Holyrood election
Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100🗳️Unspun Election Briefing: Whisky reprieve
With the Holyrood election under a week away, politicians are fighting over who takes the credit for Donald Trump's whisky reprieve.
Fri, 01 May 2026 07:39:33 +0100John Swinney criticised over taking credit for Trump dropping whisky tariffs
Politicians traded blows on social media over who should take the plaudits
Fri, 01 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100Scottish golf club brand looks to level the playing field
Typically 50% to 70% cheaper than new premium irons from the big names, Scotland's Caley Golf is focused on accessibility
Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Half Man stars recall 'boot camp' before filming began on new Richard Gadd show
The actors play the younger versions of the two main characters in the Glasgow-set series.
Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100'Administrative error' falsely recorded six hour wait at SNP's GP walk-in clinic
The NHS has said an 'administrative error' led to a six hour and 20 minute wait being recorded at Edinburgh's GP walk-in clinic.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:30:00 +0100Civil servants mock hybrid working policy as average daily attendance revealed
Civil servants have mocked the Scottish Government's hybrid working policy internally after figures revealed the average daily attendance rates.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:36:00 +0100Scottish high street giant collapsed into administration owing £40 million
A Scottish high street fashion giant owed more than £40 million when it was placed into administration
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:35:00 +0100Scottish law firm unveils raft of promotions
A Scottish law firm has made five promotions to partner and two other promotions.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:29:00 +0100'No single party has the answer': Frustration grows over Scotland's high streets
Experts say politicians not treating the need to rejuvenate Scotland's high streets seriously enough
Fri, 01 May 2026 09:37:39 +0100Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Marc Almond join huge line-up at Discovery Festival 2026
The full line-up for Discovery Festival 2026 has been announced today.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:25:49 +0100‘State guessing your death date’ - fury as pensions plan suggests using NHS records
A pensions overhaul proposal has sparked outrage after claims NHS records could be used to estimate life expectancy and set retirement age.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:12:00 +0100Airline to axe 'key' route from Scottish airport as last flight 'within months'
An airline has withdrawn a "key" service from a Scottish airport, with the last flights leaving within months.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:47:00 +0100Scottish police investigating 'theft and offensive vandalism' of political signs
Police are investigating the damage and theft of political signs in a Scottish community.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:28:00 +0100Donald Trump removes tariffs and restrictions on Scottish whisky 'in honour of King'
US President Donald Trump has promised to remove all tariffs and restrictions on Scottish whisky in an announcement made "in honour of the King and Queen."
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:16:17 +0100Scots bus company increasing ticket prices from next month amid rising fuel costs
A Greater Glasgow bus company are set to rise their fares to battle 'significant cost pressures'
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:08:00 +0100Historic Scottish church to be put up for sale after hopes dashed it would be saved
A historic church in a Scottish town is set to be sold after hopes that it would be retained as a place of worship were dashed.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:34:00 +0100George Clooney gifted personalised Scotland top during lunch with competition winner
George Clooney met a fan at a Gleneagles charity lunch after she won a Social Bite prize draw, before gifting the actor personalised Scotland football shirts.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:31:00 +0100£20 million luxury spa resort planned beside Scottish Loch with 70 chalets
Plans are being drawn up for a £20 million luxury spa resort on land just south of Burleigh Castle near Milnathort.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:27:00 +0100New Costa Coffee opens in Edinburgh after £500,000 investment
Costa Coffee opens new £500k store on Princes Street, Edinburgh, offering castle views, modern design and a full menu including summer specials.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:17:00 +0100New football ground to be built on 'underused site' near Celtic's stadium
A new football pitch and community hub could be created in the east end under a plan to revitalise an “underused” site.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100Historic Scottish mutual posts record sales in 'landmark year'
Financial results for Scottish Friendly relate to last full year before merger announced
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:33:24 +0100Major Scottish company's entire board has been ousted today
The Scottish company's entire board has been ousted today
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:43:51 +0100Reform UK claims 'mass illegal migration' is pushing Glasgow to 'anarchy'
Reform UK wants all frontline police officers to be armed with Tasers at it claimed “mass illegal migration” is pushing Scotland’s largest city to “breaking point and anarchy”.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:16:55 +0100Road closures announced for Orkney's Norwegian Constitution Day celebrations
Road closures have been announced for the annual Norwegian Constitution Day celebrations in Orkney.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:07:13 +0100Starmer vows fast-track security laws after Golders Green terror stabbing
Keir Starmer has said chants of “globalise the intifada” should be prosecuted and promised sweeping new security powers after two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100'Using my Alan Cummingness': The comeback kid who is reshaping Scotland’s arts scene
From The Traitors to Pitlochry, Alan Cumming is rewriting what a rural Scottish theatre can be – refusing a salary, championing new work and calling out a funding system he says is “all wrong”
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:38:00 +0100Major disruption as no ScotRail trains able to run on popular seaside route
There's major disruption for those looking to take the train to some of Scotland's most popular seaside spots today.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:09:04 +0100Firefighters tackle garage blaze in Glasgow's Cathcart
A large fire has broken out in the Cathcart area of Glasgow. Footage shared on social media shows thick, black smoke filling the sky
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:44:31 +0100University Court approves restructuring, puts course minimums on hold
Aberdeen University has approved plans to restructure its academic model but has delayed a vote on introducing staff-to-student ratios.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:43:00 +0100Worldwide hunt after historic £490k Tiffany-made trophy stolen from Scots museum
Worldwide agencies are involved in a hunt for a half-million-pound 18-karat gold cup stolen from a Scottish museum.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:41:00 +0100New M&S Food store to open in Edinburgh creating 22 new jobs
A new M&S Food store is set to open on Edinburgh’s Lothian Road, replacing Ali’s Cave and creating 22 jobs with extended hours and Food to Go options.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:30:00 +0100Major windfarm and battery storage plan will 'devastate' Highland beauty spot
The energy development at Kyle of Sutherland would be one of the largest in Scotland to contain both a BESS compound and windfarm.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:34:00 +0100University of Edinburgh joins £1.18m health risk study on cost of living impact
University of Edinburgh researchers are part of a £1.18m UK study examining how extreme temperatures in homes contribute to health inequalities.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:29:00 +0100Residents join forces to oppose hotel conversions of historic Edinburgh homes
Edinburgh residents are uniting to oppose tourist developments, warning plans for hostels and aparthotels threaten historic Georgian homes and community life.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:11:31 +0100Scottish family-owned butcher to double the size of its business
A Scottish butcher has announced an expansion to meet growing demand.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0100Landmark £5.36m UK touring art exhibition to conclude in Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s Dovecot Studios will host the final exhibition in Art Fund’s £5.36m UK touring programme, bringing a major national show to the capital in 2028.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:14:18 +0100Scotland's all-female Holyrood hustings sees politicians clash over key issues
The Herald and Women in Public Affairs Scotland brought candidates from the six main political parties in Holyrood together.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0100Mull campaigners’ call to rethink new school plans backed by all political parties
The council wants to press on with proposals that would exclude some children, but parties say another approach is needed.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0100'Tae think again' World Cup bank holiday plans scrapped as Scots council makes U-turn
Cabinet members have backed the decision by rival councillors to reject the Bank Holiday they originally supported to mark Scotland’s return to the World Cup for the first time in nearly three decades.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:59:28 +0100Police Scotland issues statement following Golders Green attack
Police Scotland has issued a statement following the suspected terror attack in North London.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:54:33 +0100Work begins on affordable housing scheme for workers on Scottish island
The island has suffered from a crippling housing shortage in recent years
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:50:00 +0100'Essentially a lock out': Tensions rise at Edinburgh University amid marking boycott
Members of the University and College Union (UCU) began a marking and assessment boycott (MAB) this week.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:33:00 +0100Scottish family-owned food company collapses into administration owing millions
A Scottish food firm has collapsed into administration owing more than £2 million
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:51:00 +0100Flights impacted at Scottish airport due to 'unforeseen staffing issues'
Travellers passing through a Scottish airport are set for disruption to their scheduled flights this coming weekend
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:46:12 +0100Police launch recruitment drive to attract officers to rural Scotland
Police are hosting a rural recruitment push in a bid to attract more officers to serve in Argyll and Bute.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:45:00 +010011 of Glasgow's best beer gardens and rooftop bars to enjoy in the sun
Here are 11 of Glasgow's best rooftop bars and beer gardens to visit when the sun is shining over the city.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:43:40 +0100Labour candidate sparks misogyny row as he says rivals can’t defend women like he can
A Scottish Labour candidate is facing demands for an apology after telling voters he was “a father of daughters unlike the SNP and Green candidates” in a Glasgow Southside election leaflet.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:40:38 +0100Royal Navy flagship spotted in Firth of Clyde
Britain’s flagship aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales made for a striking sight as she headed up the Firth of Clyde towards Loch Long.