Scotland Herald
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:49:00 +0100Is former Rangers chairman the 'presidential historian' who compared Trump to Hitler?
Former Rangers chairman Dave King appears to be behind a document shared approvingly by Donald Trump which compares him to the likes of Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0100Extra funding to expand scheme to retrain oil and gas workers for clean energy jobs
A joint programme by the UK and Scottish Governments will help more than a thousand more oil and gas workers transition to jobs in clean energy.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:29:57 +0100Scottish city warns drivers of parking QR-code scam
Fraudsters are getting ever more devious as they try and trap the unwary
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:21:53 +0100SNP tipped off about Murrell guilty plea before court hearing last month
The SNP was tipped off that Peter Murrell was to plead guilty to embezzlement charges three days before his court appearance, it has emerged.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:12:48 +0100Trains on major commuter route cancelled as fault hits line
Rail services between Ayr and Glasgow have been disrupted following a fault to a train on the line.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:49:57 +0100Passenger jet makes emergency landing at Scottish airport after mid-air alert
The flight was met by emergency crews on the runway
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100Edinburgh Greens urge councillors to condemn 'unworkable' EHRC trans guidance
Progressive groups have criticised parts of the code they say is discriminatory against transgender people, while women's rights group have hit back.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100Glasgow's big gains on investment revealed: What is driving it and why?
New analysis reveals big gains for Glasgow City Region on foreign direct investment. Where is this coming from and what is driving it?
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0100Why Sauchiehall Street works 'took longer than Empire State Building' to complete
The ongoing plan to regenerate Sauchiehall Street includes two hotels and potentially a new public park for Glasgow city centre.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:33:00 +0100Scottish film production company collapses into liquidation
A Scottish film production company linked to Disney and Warner Bros has been placed into liquidation.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:10:00 +0100Ancient Scottish mysteries to be probed this summer - and the public can get involved
Site visits to some of Scotland's most exciting archaeological digs are being organised
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100The surprising amount Edinburgh earns from its world famous books and writers
From Harry Potter to Trainspotting, Edinburgh's reputation as a literary powerhouse is generating more than £50 million a year for the city's economy, a major new report has revealed
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +0100We mapped every key site on Sauchiehall Street – here's what we found
After years of setbacks, Sauchiehall Street is showing signs of recovery. Explore our interactive map of new developments, vacancies and major projects shaping its future
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100New figures reveal the shocking scale of racism in Edinburgh school bullying
Edinburgh City Council reports that racism has been the most commonly recorded reason for bullying in all of the past four years.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0100The Herald cartoon is on the sentencing of Peter Murrell for embezzlement
Today's cartoon is on the sentencing of Peter Murrell. See our coverage here and the latest here
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:49:53 +0100Man found dead inside property as probe underway
A police investigation is under way after a man was found dead at a property on Machan Road in Larkhall, with officers treating the death as unexplained and urging anyone with information to come forward
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:47:00 +0100Woman dies following serious crash which closed Saracen Street in Glasgow
Emergency services are at the scene
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0100UN committee finds Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children
A United Nations committee has accused Israel of deliberately targeting children in Gaza, including IDF soldiers "shooting teenage boys in a game of target practice"
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100Glasgow: The Next Chapter - The Herald's new series explores the future of the city
The Herald's latest in-depth investigative series explores the future of Scotland's largest city through the lens of culture, business, people and more.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:39:00 +0100Scottish vape shops set to lose rates relief under government tax reforms
Vape shops across Scotland will lose eligibility for business rates relief from 2027 under new reforms aimed at aligning taxation policy with public health objectives.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:30:19 +0100Scotland's most dangerous road closed in both directions as motorists urged to avoid
The A9 has been closed in both directions after a crash, with motorists urged to avoid the area
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:23:00 +0100HMRC reveals that small businesses account for majority of unpaid tax bill in the UK
Small businesses are responsible for nearly two-thirds of the UK’s £59.2 billion tax gap, prompting calls for Scottish firms to seek support and avoid costly mistakes.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0100Federation of Small Businesses backs rates reforms and calls for wider changes
The Federation of Small Businesses has welcomed planned reforms to Scotland’s business rates system while urging ministers to deliver wider changes.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:02:24 +0100River City actor convicted of raping a woman and assaulting two others
River City actor Iain Robertson is behind bars after being convicted of raping a woman and assaulting two others
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Scottish kitchen company enters new era after management buyout
Luxury kitchens company now led by Graham Johnston after buyout from James Donaldson Group
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100Losing its TV industry summit is a wake-up call for Edinburgh over its festivals
The timing of a decision to relocate to Greater Manchester is excruciating for the Scottish capital.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0100Andy Robertson-signed World Cup football donated to charity fundraising raffle
A FIFA World Cup 2026 football signed by Scotland captain Andy Robertson is being raffled to raise funds for PDSA veterinary services supporting pet owners in need.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:41:36 +0100I know the Holyrood press 'pen' seems like a diddy wee row but it matters
The decision to corral political journalists into a designated pen after First Minister's Questions threatens the historic culture of openness at Holyrood.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:29:00 +0100Over 41,000 North Lanarkshire residents now receive Adult Disability Payment
More than 41,000 people in North Lanarkshire are receiving support through Adult Disability Payment, with almost £590 million paid out locally.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100Are we witnessing the revival of a famous old Glasgow street?
Is Bothwell Street in Glasgow city centre having a moment?
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:56:00 +0100John McGinn honoured as Edinburgh Zoo names new penguin chick after football star
A gentoo penguin chick at Edinburgh Zoo has been named McGinn in honour of Scotland John McGinn following his recent international football achievements.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:34:00 +0100Multi-platinum rock band coming to Glasgow as part of first UK tour in 12 years
A multi-platinum selling rock band will come to Glasgow next month as part of their first UK tour in over a decade
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:29:00 +0100Stirling Distillery’s Baobhan Sith spiced rum launches in Co-op stores nationwide
A spiced rum inspired by the legendary Baobhan Sith of Highland folklore is now available in Co-op stores across Scotland following a new retail launch.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:59:00 +0100Morgan Stanley’s Angela McCann appointed to Scottish Financial Enterprise board
Morgan Stanley managing director Angela McCann has joined the board of Scottish Financial Enterprise, bringing more than 20 years of international financial services experience to the industry body.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:34:00 +0100New construction skills academy launches to boost training and jobs in Alloa
A new construction skills academy has opened in Alloa, providing hands-on training, employability support and career opportunities for local residents and young people
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:57:09 +0100New owner of collapsed Scottish beer giant to launch ‘community pubs’ across UK
The new owner of a collapsed Scottish brewing giant that was sold out of administration is to reopen a landmark pub.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100Peter Murrell - 'Mr Cellophane' - becomes the star of the show at last
Peter Murrell arrived punctually for sentencing. If anything, the prisoner transport was a touch early. The shutters had yet to go up at the High Court in Edinburgh, and in the 20-second delay, photographers swarmed around the van taking pictures
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0100New study by Police Scotland reveals shoplifting surge as retail workers face attacks
More than 53,000 shoplifting offences were recorded across Scotland last year, while assaults against retail workers increased by 10%, according to new police figures.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0100Liberal Democrat MP ordered to apologise after breaching bullying rules
A Liberal Democrat MP has been ordered to apologise for breaching Parliament’s rules on bullying
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:25:14 +0100Trans prisoners to be moved from women's jails in Scotland after Ministers back down
Ministers have decided not to appeal a ruling which found the practice 'unlawful'
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:21:00 +0100Edinburgh councillor calls for stronger knife laws after Nowak and Leith attacks
On Monday, a 36-year-old man appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with five counts of attempted murder.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:20:34 +0100'I am a forgiving person': John Swinney reacts to Peter Murrell's prison sentence
John Swinney has spoken of his profound sense of betrayal following the sentencing of Peter Murrell. The former SNP chief executive was jailed for over five years at the High Court in Edinburgh after admitting embezzling £400,000.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:17:00 +0100Dunoon prepares to host first-ever Taste Dunoon food and drink festival
Scotland’s National Chef Gary Maclean will help launch Dunoon’s first-ever food and drink festival, bringing tastings, workshops and local producers to the town this July.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0100Billy Connolly unveils new limited-edition artworks through Castle Fine Art
Billy Connolly has unveiled three new limited-edition artworks through Castle Fine Art, including a unique series featuring two self-portraits.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:34:00 +0100World’s oldest football brought to life through cutting-edge 3D technology
A 16th-century football believed to be the world’s oldest is being digitally preserved using advanced 3D technology.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:16:00 +0100TK Maxx set to open 26,000 sq ft store in Ayrshire this month
TK Maxx is opening a new store at Ayr Central Shopping Centre, taking over part of the former Debenhams unit.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:03:32 +0100Passengers warned as Scotrail braces for rail heatwave disruption
The hot weather can be bad news for Scotland's railways
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:50:00 +0100Arbroath firm wins major TfL contract and creates up to 40 new jobs
An Arbroath-based company has secured a major Transport for London contract that will support growth and create up to 40 new jobs.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:48:34 +0100Scottish newspaper editors tell journalists to defy Holyrood 'pen'
Every major Scottish newspaper editor has ordered journalists to defy a controversial new 'pen' at Holyrood, warning that the restrictions risk bringing the Scottish Parliament into disrepute.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:41:00 +0100New chief executive appointed to lead Glasgow business improvement district
A new chief executive has been appointed to lead Glasgow’s business improvement district as it begins delivering a £14 million investment programme.