Scotland Herald

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:38:00 +0100
Edinburgh’s Square Cinema announces three-day free outdoor film festival
A free outdoor cinema weekend featuring blockbuster films, family favourites and cult classics is returning to St Andrew Square Garden in Edinburgh this summer.

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:27:44 +0100
Explainer: How is Holyrood's Presiding Officer elected?
MSPs will today elect Holyrood's new Presiding Officer with voting taking place in a secret ballot.

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:04:00 +0100
Anti-racism protesters picket Scottish Parliament as Reform MSPs sworn in
Activists shouted slogans and held signs reading “Refugees welcome. Stop the far-right” as commuters and tourists passed the Scottish Parliament.

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:39:00 +0100
Scottish housing developer behind new village homes falls into administration
A company behind a new housing development in a picturesque Scottish village has collapsed into administration

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:30:11 +0100
Major peatland project protects Glasgow's drinking water
The work cuts the amount of organic matter washed into the loch during heavy rain

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:03:00 +0100
SNP 'rising star' quits as council group leader after being elected to Holyrood
Elected to represent Edinburgh South Western last week, Southside/Newington councillor Simita Kumar had led the SNP since 2024.

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:02:21 +0100
SNP accused of bid to install loyalist as Presiding Officer to avoid scrutiny
The SNP has been accused by opponents of attempting to install a party loyalist as Holyrood’s next presiding officer in a move to avoid full scrutiny of the government.

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:45:51 +0100
Firefighters battle through second night tackling waste facility blaze
At the height of the incident 12 appliances and specialist resources were dealing with the blaze

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:08:13 +0100
Politics live: Streeting prepares to trigger contest as Rayner cleared by HMRC
Wes Streeting is preparing to formally trigger a Labour leadership contest today, as Angela Rayner is cleared by HMRC and signals she may enter the race. Follow all the developments here.

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:57:58 +0100
Glasgow Central train services cancelled due to crew shortage
Several key lines are affected - with passengers urged to check ahead

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:47:37 +0100
MSPs take oaths and Presiding Officer elected on day one of new Holyrood term
It's back to work day for Scotland's politicians

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:30:00 +0100
Edinburgh tourist tax rollout breached privacy law in 'data protection blunder'
Paul Phillips, an Edinburgh-based self-catering professional, submitted the complaint to City of Edinburgh Council.

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:27:00 +0100
Glasgow to breach homeless housing laws for seven more years despite strategy
Scotland’s biggest city will continue to breach the law by failing to provide a roof over the heads of homeless people for another seven years — despite spending £4.5million every month on hotels and B&Bs during a housing emergency declared ...

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Why I left a corporate job at Meta to build the world's best local newsletter
Mr MacLeod joined the good and the great in Berlin last week, at the 94th annual International News Media Association's Global Media Awards.

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Care home staff 'left in limbo' by UK government visa changes for migrant workers
Care home workers in Scotland have been 'left in limbo' by UK Government changes to the immigration system, a new report has suggested.

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Scottish Government insists Keir Starmer did agree to independence meeting
Downing Street has rejected John Swinney’s claims that Sir Keir Starmer agreed to discuss a second independence referendum. The row follows a belated courtesy call.

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Keeper sought for famous Scottish lighthouse on remote peninsula
Ardnamurchan Lighthouse is situated on the most westerly point of the British mainland.

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Calls for ‘quality leadership’ for HES after Angus Robertson's Holyrood exit
A leading trade union has called for "quality leadership" for the Scottish Government's heritage agency Historic Environment Scotland following Angus Robertson's Holyrood exit.

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:35:00 +0100
Law firm tops £100m and highlights 'fantastic' Scottish universities
The law firm has revealed its annual turnover has topped £100 million and flagged the strength of talent hired from 'fantastic' Scottish universities

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:34:00 +0100
John Swinney under pressure as Sir Tom Hunter slams 'scandalous' hikes
Business leaders immediately put rates reform at the top of the agenda following election

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:32:00 +0100
Scottish family-owned pizza company opens major new factory
A Scottish family-owned food production company has opened a major new factory.

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Urquhart Castle and Stirling Castle celebrated in new Royal Mail special stamp issue
Urquhart Castle and Stirling Castle are showcased in the main set of eight stamps that celebrate the architectural brilliance of castles from across the UK.

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Life and work of Vivienne Westwood to be celebrated in new Scottish exhibition
The V&A Dundee show will explore how jewellery played 'an integral role in defining the Vivienne Westwood look'.

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Streeting poised to quit cabinet and launch Labour leadership bid
Sir Keir Starmer's government faces its deepest crisis yet as Streeting prepares to quit and launch leadership bid — with unions and the SNP piling on the pressure

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:31:00 +0100
Scots property group nets £2m from Glasgow deals
Developer says sale of properties to private investors allow it to focus on prime Glasgow offices

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Hardacres full cast list for series 2 of Channel 5 show starring Claire Cooper
The Hardacres is back on Channel 5 for a second series, which is inspired by the novel series by CL Skelton

Wed, 13 May 2026 20:40:18 +0100
Duke of Edinburgh attends traditional Kirking of Scottish Parliament
Prince Edward was joined by new MSPs, religious leaders and members of Scotland’s civic society at the ceremony in St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh on Wednesday evening.

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:40:40 +0100
National Library of Scotland seeks Scots Scriever from Shetland
The National Library of Scotland is seeking applications for the prestigious Scots Scriever residency, this time from Shetland.

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:59 +0100
A83 closed at Inveraray following two-vehicle crash
The A83 is closed north of Inveraray following a two-vehicle crash.

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:25:00 +0100
New series of hit Scottish sitcom Two Doors Down get green light from BBC
The stars of the Glasgow-set show were reunited last year for a Christmas special.

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:15:53 +0100
Appeal after cyclist injured in hit-and-run in Ayrshire
The incident occurred around 12.50pm on Friday, March 27, at the roundabout where Main Street meets Towerlands Road.

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:14:00 +0100
Rise of 'new coastal town' as residents move into Western Villages in Edinburgh
Residents have begun settling into hundreds of new homes at Edinburgh’s Western Villages development as part of the wider Granton waterfront regeneration project.

Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Car giant beats forecasts but warns 'prolonged conflict' may drive up prices
Profits fall at Vertu Motors as company cites pressure from net-zero mandate

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:56:00 +0100
Emergency trauma bandage kits rolled out across Edinburgh tram network in new scheme
Emergency trauma bandage kits designed to control severe bleeding are now being carried onboard all Edinburgh trams as part of a new safety partnership.

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:55:00 +0100
Historic Mount Vesuvius eruption artwork sold at Edinburgh auction house for £25k
An 18th-century painting of Mount Vesuvius erupting has sold for more than £25,000 at an auction held in Edinburgh.

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:29:30 +0100
Father and son to stand trial charged with murdering man
David Wallace, 38, and Lyall Wallace, 21, are accused of killing Arturs Juskins in Balloan Road, Inverness on January 9 this year.

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:44:23 +0100
Property consultancy on the move again in Scotland
Property consultancy Knight Frank has stepped up investment in its Scottish operations with a long-term lease on new offices in Edinburgh

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:22:52 +0100
Presiding Officer hopefuls mull introduction of 'greetin' meeting' for moaning MSPs
The SNP MSPs Kenneth Gibson, Clare Haughey and Stuart McMillan, and the Lib Dem Liam McArthur have thrown their hats into the ring for the £136k a year job.

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:03:00 +0100
Which groups are set to benefit from share of £250k street parties and events fund?
Organisers were able to apply for up to £5,000 in Tier 3, £12,000 in Tier 2, and £20,000 in Tier 1.

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Firefighters remain at scene of blaze at Fife waste facility 24 hours on
Six appliances and specialist resources were still at the scene at 2pm on Wednesday

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Egg farm fined after accident which left worker trapped in machine
An egg farm has been fined more than £50,000 after a worker got trapped inside machinery and suffered nerve damage

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:49:24 +0100
Body of man recovered from Highland river
The death of a man whose body was recovered at a river in the Highlands is being treated as unexplained by police.

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:29:00 +0100
More than 35 artists to open studios across South Queensferry trail
More than 35 artists and makers will take part in this year’s Forth Bridges Creative Trail across South Queensferry, Dalmeny and Bo’ness.

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:28:00 +0100
Luxury pre-loved fashion event launches in Edinburgh for Maggie’s charity
A designer pop-up boutique selling discounted luxury fashion is opening on George Street in Edinburgh to raise money for Maggie’s cancer charity.

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:27:00 +0100
More than one-third of properties in luxury Edinburgh development are foreign-owned
Data obtained by the broadcaster from the Registers of Scotland (RoS) shows that 95 buyers were based in Hong Kong alone.

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:27:00 +0100
Edinburgh garden ranked among the UK’s top three spring destinations
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has been ranked among the UK’s top three spring gardens in new visitor review research.

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:21:44 +0100
Council response favours demolition stretch of M8 motorway in Glasgow
Glasgow City Council is in favour of demolishing a section of the M8 motorway through the city centre.

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:22:33 +0100
Unique Scottish business to produce merchandise range for Wrexham AFC
A rural manufacturer in Scotland will produce a range of club merchandise for fast-rising Wrexham AFC

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:48:26 +0100
Scottish high street health and beauty retail firm collapses into administration
A Scottish company behind a chain of high street pharmacies and beauty outlets has been placed into administration

Wed, 13 May 2026 13:44:56 +0100
Scottish distillery voted a top UK attraction by US tourists
A distillery near Glasgow has won a tourism award based on ratings from US guests.

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