Scotland Herald

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
The flames have been doused in Glasgow but questions linger like smoke in the air
The emergency incident may be over, but there are still questions to be answered about exactly what happened in the Glasgow Union Street fire which has shut Central Station

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
UK data centre job claims slammed as ‘ludicrously inflated’ amid AI expansion
Charity report claims UK Government job projections for hyperscale data centres are hugely inflated, warning they deliver far fewer long-term jobs.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000
How a group of Highland farmers found themselves at war with a Russian billionaire
Farmers in the Highlands are in a battle with a Russian billionaire over the proposed sale of a 9,000-hectare estate on the River Spey

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:15:00 +0000
Over a barrel: Trump’s Iran war now has 'mission creep' written all over it
The Strait of Hormuz and Kharg Island are the ground zero in this battle of wills, and their economic shockwaves will determine the war’s outcome, writes Foreign Editor David Pratt

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:15:00 +0000
The Skids left Scotland's toilet circuit to leave their mark on the pop charts
PUNK, post-punk, all bands hate being labelled, believing themselves different. This is admirable. Proud. All the same, facts are phenomena that decline to ding.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
College course offers route to education career for those without qualifications
The programme, which is open to those with no formal qualifications or experience, provides an entry point for those wishing to work in nurseries.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:30:00 +0000
The future of SNP leadership is on the line if John Swinney fails defining mission
John Swinney has banked his leadership on securing independence. SNP conference was upbeat - but it won't be if he fails his defining mission.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'EU expansion vote is a warning to Farage and Trump - and a spur to Starmer'
MEPs support for EU enlargement is a warning to Donald Trump and Nigel Farage - and a spur for Keir Starmer to seek closer relations, according to the leader of the European Movement in Scotland.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Three MSPs now hold the fate of Scotland’s assisted dying bill
Scotland’s assisted dying bill faces a dramatic final vote at Holyrood on Tuesday, with the outcome potentially decided by just three MSPs after days of heated debate, dozens of amendments and growing pressure from campaigners on both sides.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
More surgeons named David than women in some private hospitals - what’s going on?
Study finds some private hospital specialties have more surgeons called David than women, exposing stark gender imbalance in UK independent care.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Revealed: Greens vow to target Musk’s X with defamation law in Scotland
The Scottish Green Party says it is ‘picking a fight’ with American tech barons like Elon Musk by targeting social media platforms for libel under Scots law.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
People in Scotland are hiding their use of weight loss drugs 'due to stigma'
Two thirds of patients hide weight loss drug use, new research finds, as Scots struggle to tell family they are using the treatment.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:55:25 +0000
'Recovery fund is investment in city centre's future', says council leader
Glasgow City Council (GCC) leader Susan Aitken has welcomed the news that a £10million fund has been pledged to support the city’s recovery from the devastating fire on Union Street.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:58:44 +0000
'Disturbance' on residential street prompts police probe
A 'disturbance' on a residential street has prompted a police probe.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:32:11 +0000
John Swinney pledges £500m on childcare in bid to be returned as First Minister
John Swinney urged voters to return him as First Minister as he pledged to spend more than £500 million on boosting childcare for families.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 06:15:00 +0000
The Polanski effect: How 'radical' Scottish Greens are 'stealing the SNP's voters'
After the success of the English Greens under Zack Polanski, the leaders of the Scottish party met with our Writer at Large to discuss their plans as May’s Holyrood election looms

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:49:20 +0000
Urgent search for missing Glasgow sisters who disappeared over 24 hours ago
An urgent search has been launched after two young sisters disappeared from an area of Glasgow almost 24 hours ago.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 16:13:31 +0000
Union Cross fire: John Swinney announces £10m rebuild fund for Glasgow
The Scottish Government will give the city and businesses million to help recovery

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:43:56 +0000
Laser shone at Glen Etive rescue helicopter in 'reckless' incident
Police have launched a probe, warning of the extreme danger of such conduct

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:06:56 +0000
Sick pay arrangements tightened for police officers in Scotland amid budget concerns
Police officers on long-term sick leave have been told they will not receive special pay arrangements as Police Scotland grapples with budget constraints.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:45:49 +0000
SNP announce Sally Donald replacement in Holyrood election following benefits probe
Sally Donald, the who was told to repay £20,000 in benefit following a probe, has been replaced as an SNP candidate by a former MP.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:37:29 +0000
Watch: Crowds march through Glasgow for St Patrick's Day parade
Crowds marched through Glasgow on Saturday to celebrate the history and contribution of the Irish community in Scotland on St Patrick’s Day.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:31:40 +0000
Recap: Police close Glasgow's Pollokshaws Road after emergency incident
Police have cordoned off a section of one of the Southside's busiest roads

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:19:23 +0000
Police close busy road on Glasgow's Southside after traffic accident
Police are at the scene - but the cordon has caused significant disruption

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:05:31 +0000
Rowers circumnavigating Britain in ‘brutal’ charity challenge arrive in Scotland
The crew rowed into the wee hours of the morning to reach Scottish shores

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:50:59 +0000
Argyll and Bute councillor defects to Reform UK from Scottish Tories
A councillor who represents Oban and the Scottish islands has defected to Reform UK.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:41:59 +0000
'Open secret': Senior Tories warn MSP could face allegations of sexual misconduct
Conservative politicians have warned an MSP colleague could be part of sexual misconduct allegations unearthed in a Holyrood report.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:33:00 +0000
First Minister makes Old Firm family admission following Ibrox chaos
The First Minister has said he would not take his teenage son to an Old Firm game, following clashes between fans last weekend.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:55:23 +0000
Motorcyclist killed in three-vehicle crash
Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist was killed in a road crash.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:39:00 +0000
Irish drinks giant acquires entire Scottish craft brewery and venue
An Irish drinks giant has acquired an entire Scottish craft beer company and bar.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000
'People don't think about the fire service - until they need us on their worst day'
The Fire Brigades Union has warned the changing nature of firefighting, underlined by the blaze on Union Street in Glasgow, means the service has never been worked harder

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
FM urged to address MSPs after Commissioner 'challenges government's reputation'
Fergus Ewing has called for John Swinney to address Holyrood after the Information Commissioner said he could "no longer trust the government" in handling freedom of information requests relating to an ethics inquiry into Nicola Sturgeon.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:35:00 +0000
Estate to offer 'privacy, scale and refined modern luxury for discerning guests'
The 'exclusive-use luxury residence' has been launched by the business executive in what has been her family home for more than a decade

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Swinney: Scottish independence is 'within grasp' as he shrugs off 'failure' criticism
John Swinney's political career has been branded a "catastrophic failure" ahead of SNP conference.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0000
As war rages in the Middle East, what steps should investors take?
The conflict in the Middle East has changed the outlook for interest rates this year

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Other Bennet Sister full cast list for BBC show starring Ella Bruccoleri
Ella Bruccoleri leads the cast of The Other Bennet Sister on the BBC, which also features Ruth Jones and Richard E. Grant

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:38:44 +0000
Shortlist announced for 2026 Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award
Six finalists, shortlisted for the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award 2026, celebrating Glasgow comedy talent.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:14:38 +0000
New major plan to transform Glasgow into 'city that never sleeps' underway
A new major plan to transform Glasgow city centre into a 24 hour nightlife destination is under way with actions including improving lighting and features at the riverside.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:52:06 +0000
Aberdeenshire woman sentenced after severely neglecting three pigs
Gillian Moir failed to feed an adult female pig properly and to provide parasite control to a further two pigs

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:35:40 +0000
Scenes for upcoming Hollywood film shot at 15th century castle
An upcoming Hollywood film, a Sky Crime series and a children’s TV classic were among the productions filmed in Argyll and Bute last year.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:22:17 +0000
Glasgow pubs to stay open for extra hour during Commonwealth Games
Pubs, clubs and restaurants in Glasgow will be able to open for an extra hour during this summer’s Commonwealth Games.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:34:56 +0000
Flowers laid at graves of Dunblane victims as town marks 30 years since massacre
Floral tributes have been laid at the graves of the victims of the 1996 Dunblane massacre as the town marks the 30th anniversary of the worst mass shooting in UK history.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:05:35 +0000
Swinney to pledge end to ‘rent trap’ with £10,000 first time deposit support
Speaking ahead of his party’s final conference before May’s election, the First Minister announced he would create a £100 million First Homes Fund if the SNP are re-elected

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Tough weekend looms in Glasgow as businesses 'braced for negative impact'
Sub Club owner Mike Grieve warns Glasgow Union Street fire will hit city centre trade but says hospitality firms will show resilience amid travel disruption

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0000
Interest rate hopes 'extinguished' amid turmoil
Hopes on interest rates are said to have been 'extinguished' even though the UK economy ground to a halt unexpectedly

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:11:40 +0000
Pattern of success for acclaimed Fair Trade produce has Paisley origins
From Mozambican cashews to Malawian rice, Paisley-based social enterprise True Origin Foods connects Scottish shoppers with ethical, small-batch produce that supports farmers, fair wages and thriving communities

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:11:43 +0000
Glasgow Central closure to continue into next week as demolition work starts
The closure of Glasgow Central Station is to continue into next week as work continues to demolish a building ravaged by a fire near the station.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:57:44 +0000
Popular Edinburgh attraction offering free tickets to mums this Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day 2026 at Edinburgh’s Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, free entry for local mums with online booking.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:47:38 +0000
Man who left string of dangerous weapons around city centre jailed
A man who left a string of dangerous weapons around a city centre and was caught with indecent images of children was jailed today for 16 months.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:43:00 +0000
School strikes averted in Scotland as union comes to agreement
Proposed strikes in Scottish schools have been called off after an agreement was reached with the trade union

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