The family of a father-of-two who died in a crash in Angus have described him as a “beautiful soul”. Relatives say they have been left in shock by the collision which took the life of 42-year-old Derek George Millar, who...

University of Glasgow scientists have found "strong evidence" that a recent hepatitis outbreak in children was caused by a virus and genetic factors. Researchers said that AAV2, alongside an underlying genetic predisposition, played a key role in cases of acute...

The brother of This Morning host Phillip Schofield wept as he told a court how he phoned his brother and told him he was “on the verge” of taking his own life. Timothy Schofield, 54, is on trial at Exeter...

Motorists in Scotland’s capital will pay more for on-street parking after councillors voted to increase the charge by 20%. Edinburgh council said the money is expected to raise around £800,000 and will help keep other costs down. This includes services...

CCTV of a man police believe is connected to a serious assault in Glasgow has been issued to the public. A man was taken to hospital as a result of the assault which occurred on Mitchell Lane on December 22...

A semi-professional rugby player from Edinburgh is competing to be named the UK’s best barista. Kyle McGhie did not even drink coffee before the lockdown started in 2020. Yet, despite kicking off his coffee career less that two years ago,...

A Glasgow carer has been struck off after she snuck into a service user's house to take a bottle of wine from the fridge, while under the influence of alcohol. Claire Leesa Anderson was employed at Aspire West Housing Support...

A carer who made a catalogue of sexually inappropriate comments to a colleague over the course of one year has received a warning. Euan Mclay was employed by the Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Stirling between 2019 and 2020, when the...

Glasgow City Council has voted unanimously to scrap school meal debt. The move is aimed at helping families dealing with the rising cost of living and will see debts over the equivalent of one month's worth of meals cancelled. The...

Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes has challenged his team to pull off a “big result” that can breathe fresh life into their survival battle. McInnes and assistant Tony Docherty guided Bristol City to an unlikely escape in the English Championship 11...

A man accused of murdering his pregnant wife was being "abusive, controlling, manipulative, aggressive and violent towards" his spouse before her death, a court has heard. The mother of lawyer Fawziyah Javed said that after her only child married Kashif...

Humza Yousaf has been criticised for putting an MSP in government who previously made a series of offensive remarks about minority groups. Gillian Martin was made energy minister on Wednesday as the First Minister unveiled his new cabinet. Opposition politicians...

Plans to build a holiday resort on the banks of Loch Lomond have become the most objected to in Scottish planning history, according to opponents. The controversial move to build a tourist and visitor complex on the land in Balloch...

A man has been found guilty of fatally shooting nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel as he chased a convicted drug dealer into her home in Liverpool. Thomas Cashman, 34, admitted being a “high-level” cannabis dealer but denied being the gunman in the...

A woman has spoken out about feeling helpless after three generations of her family were "decimated" by deadly brain tumours - the odds of which are “less than one in a billion”. Claire Cordiner lost her sister and her mother...

Hearts boss Robbie Neilson accepts there is expectation on his side to maintain their grip on third place in the Premiership but is happy with his club's lead over Hibs and Aberdeen. Three defeats in the last four league games...

A major Aberdeen road was shut down for ten hours after a pedestrian was struck down by a car. Emergency crews were called to the A956 Cleanhill to Charleston road at around 1.20am on Thursday, March 30, near the Charleston...

Learner drivers will have to wait almost a month to rebook their test as part of the government’s attempt to clear a backlog in the test booking system. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency have unveiled plans to extend the...

Ten men have been arrested in connection with disorder at the Scottish League Cup final in February. The disorder occurred outside Hampden Stadium in Glasgow on the morning of Sunday, February 26. Eight men, aged 18, 18, 20, 21, 21,...

Headliners including Spiritualized, Alabama 3, and Thurston Moore Group have been announced as part of the first line-up for Doune the Rabbit Hole following the festival's liquidation last year. It marks a return for the music festival after it entered...

A Scottish teachers unions has threatened to boycott exams next year. It comes after the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) announced plans to reintroduce assessments and coursework scrapped during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Scottish Secondary Teachers’ Association (SSTA) said members had...

The most popular baby names in Scotland have been revealed. Jack had spent 14 consecutive years at number one for boys but has been knocked off the top spot by Noah with 373 babies given the name in 2022. For...

Concerns are growing for a missing man who was last seen in Paisley nearly a week ago. Evan Reid, 31, was last seen in the Inchinnan Road area at around 10.06pm on Saturday, March 25. He is described as being...

A decanter of whisky rescued by divers from a 130-year-old shipwreck in the Firth of Clyde will be the top lot at an auction in Glasgow next month. The SS Wallachia sank in 1895 while carrying a precious cargo of...

Livingston manager David Martindale insists he will be happy to help Nicky Devlin and Jack Fitzwater find new clubs after resigning himself to losing the key duo at the end of this season. Club captain Devlin, 29, and centre-back Fitzwater,...

A group of grandfathers and grandsons are taking to the stage to reveal their real-life relationships in a special theatre performance. Old Boy is a show about the bond between grandfathers and grandsons and the legacies passed down through generations...

A Polish woman claiming to be Madeleine McCann has refuted claims by her family that she stole her birth certificate and childhood photos. Julia Wendell has sparked a social media frenzy after alleging on Instagram and TikTok that she has...

Motherwell manager Stuart Kettlewell has revealed that he sought clarification over Rangers third goal against his side two weeks ago, and is now satisfied that the correct decision was reached. Todd Cantwell netted his side's third goal at Fir Park...

Humza Yousaf's first FMQs was suspended six times within just 20 minutes after it experienced continuous interruptions from protesters. The Scottish Parliament's presiding officer ordered the public gallery, where the protests happened, to be cleared after the demonstrators continued to...

Noah has knocked Jack off the beanstalk as Scotland's most popular baby boy name. Jack had spent 14 consecutive years at number one but the biblical boat builder’s moniker has sailed into the top spot with 373 baby boys given...

Lewis Capaldi fans flying to Los Angeles were in for a treat on Tuesday, when the star popped up with his guitar and sang for them 35,000ft in the air. Teasing his upcoming single Wish You the Best, Capaldi sang...

Humza Yousaf will make his debut at FMQs on Thursday afternoon just a day after being sworn in as Scotland’s First Minister. The SNP leader will be grilled by party leaders at the Scottish Parliament at 12pm ahead of a...

Laura Muir and Jemma Reekie have quit their training camp in South Africa – just 15 months before the Olympics. The pair have returned to the UK and are training at Loughborough after an apparent falling out with coach Andy...

Disability campaigners are using social media to raise awareness about cerebral palsy in a bid to overcome stereotypes and misconceptions.   People with the condition have damage to their brain and it can affect their ability to control their movement,...

Margaret Ferrier could face a by-election after a Westminster watchdog recommended she was suspended from the House of Commons for 30 days for breaching Covid-19 rules. The Rutherglen and Hamilton West MP travelled on public transport at the height of...

A "unique" electric off-road rally event backed by some of the leading names in Formula 1 is to be held at a former coal mine in Dumfries and Galloway. The Extreme E series will hold its Hydro X Prix at...

A search party is to be launched for a missing man last seen at a Celtic bar two weeks ago in Lanzarote. The family of Gary Shearer, from Renfrew, has flown over to the Spanish island after not hearing from...

A search is continuing for a 13-year-old girl who has been missing for a week. Ellie Egan was last seen attending school in Perth on Thursday, March 23. The teenager, who did not return home, has not been seen since...

NHS Highland has been reprimanded after a data breach which showed the personal email addresses of people likely accessing HIV services to others. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued the reprimand for the “serious breach of trust”. NHS Highland sent...

An advice service has said Scots budgets are being 'crushed' as demand for money and debt help surged by a quarter amid spiralling costs. Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) said online demand for debt and money help was 25% higher in...

From this summer, most of the estimated 125,000 vehicles that enter Glasgow city centre every day will need to meet new emissions standards. Nitrogen dioxide levels in the city don't meet legal requirements – and Glasgow council feels the enforcement...

The Edinburgh Fringe has announced more than 1,000 additional shows for the 2023 festival. The world's largest arts and culture festival, taking place between August 4 and August 28, will feature a range of events covering theatre, comedy, music, dance,...

Three quarters of supermarket-bought bread contains as much salt in a slice as a packet of ready salted crisps, health campaigners have warned. Action on Salt surveyed 242 pre-packaged loaves of sliced bread from 28 firms sold at ten of...

The co-leaders of the Scottish Green Party have been re-appointed to government, following newly elected First Minister Humza Yousaf confirming his full cabinet. Lorna Slater MSP will continue as minister for green skills, circular economy and biodiversity. Meanwhile, Patrick Harvie...

A man has been rushed to hospital following a serious assault in Port Glasgow. A 52-year-old man was rushed to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow for treatment. Police in Greenock are appealing for witnesses to the attack which occurred...

Glasgow residents are being asked to give their opinions on how the council should handle the city’s historical slavery trade links.  The city has 62 streets and locations with historic connections to slavery –  including Buchanan Street – as well...

The Vatican has said Pope Francis will be hospitalised for several days for treatment of a pulmonary infection after experiencing difficulty breathing in recent days. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said the pontiff, 86, does not have Covid-19, but requires several...

Concerns have been raised about a complete lack of sexual abuse support for children under Highland Council. Mhairi Wyllie, chief officer of Highland third sector partnership, said she’s been raising this same issue for five years. Ms Wyllie said support...

The Scottish Football Association has charged Rangers WFC coach Craig McPherson with misconduct after he appeared to headbutt Celtic manager Fran Alonso after an SWFL match. The incident took place in the aftermath of a 1-1 draw between the Glasgow...

A woman whose body was found in an Ayr flat has been named as a murder investigation continues. Officers were called to a property on Nursery Hall, Ayr, at around 10.15am on Monday. The 41-year-old was pronounced dead at the...

Hospitality businesses in Amsterdam have criticised an advertising campaign seeking to deter young British men from visiting the city for a “messy night”. The Dutch city’s council has launched online adverts which urge Britons to “stay away” if they are...

A man accused of murdering his pregnant wife - and causing the death of their unborn baby - by pushing her off Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh has gone on trial. Kashif Anwar, 28, allegedly killed Fawziyah Javed, 31, at Arthur’s...

CCTV has been released of a man police are hunting in connection to an assault at Hibernian FC’s stadium in August. The assault occurred on August 7, 2022 at the stadium on Easter Road during the Edinburgh derby between the...

No ferries will run between the mainland and South Uist for several weeks as the operator faces continued challenges over a shortage of vessels. National ferry operator CalMac has announced updates to routes across its network and apologised to customers...

Jack Dempsey believes Glasgow can continue to get his best rugby from him after extending his contract. The 28-year-old has made 33 Warriors appearances and become an established member of Gregor Townsend’s Scotland squad since arriving at Scotstoun in the...

Coursework and exams which were scrapped due to fears about Covid-19 are set to return next year, the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has confirmed. A number of measures – including the removal of some parts of the coursework for subjects...

Campaigners say they're facing a devastating loss after Aberdeen councillors cemented plans to close a community swimming pool and six libraries. An emergency meeting was held at the Town Hall in Aberdeen for councillors to have a second vote on...

Two teenagers have sustained serious injuries after being assaulted in an underpass in Glasgow. An 18-year-old man and 17-year-old male were attacked after being approached by three males with their faces covered in possession of weapons. The teens were with...

A man has appeared in court charged with the attempted murders of two men in Kilsyth. Josh Bell, 31, has been charged with two counts of assault to severe injury, permanent disfigurement, danger of life and attempted murder. He appeared...

The Burrell Collection is marking its one year anniversary after reopening following a major £68m refurbishment in 2022. The world-class museum, located within Glasgow’s Pollok Country Park, has welcomed over 600,000 people since reopening on March 29 last year. The...

Challenging economic conditions could “stretch into the summer of 2023” experts have warned, with a new report stating Scotland will only return to growth next year. Projections suggest gross value added (GVA) – a measure of the value of goods...

Four people have been arrested and charged following two serious assaults in Glasgow. The incidents, on Saturday, March 18, resulted in a 38-year-old man being taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and a 16-year-old male being rushed to Glasgow Royal...

A man has been arrested after two people were injured in a stabbing in Kilsyth. Emergency crews were called to the scene on Coach Place, South Barrwood Road, at around 1.55am on March 25. Two men, aged 25 and 40,...

A man has been airlifted to hospital following a motorbike crash in Irvine. The 28-year-old rider collided with crash barriers near the Eglington Interchange roundabout on Monday evening. The incident occurred around 6.20pm on the slip road of the B7080...

A Glasgow football club has paid tribute to a teenager "taken too soon" following a fatal crash between a car and a lorry on the M8. Emergency services were called to a Junction 6, near Newhouse, at around 2am on...

Tributes have been paid to TV presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady, following his death aged 67. The British drag icon, known for his persona Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening, his husband Andre Portasio said in a...

Former Scotland manager Alex McLeish enjoyed watching a "brilliant" Scotland performance against Spain and took particular delight in seeing Scott McTominay score twice in a famous Hampden victory. Scotland's surprise win on Tuesday night was their first against Spain in...

Key points Deputy first minister Shona Robison has been appointed finance secretary, taking over from Kate Forbes. Michael Matheson takes over from Humza Yousaf as health secretary. Jenny Gilruth becomes education secretary. Forbes leaves the Scottish Government after being offered...

Mhairi Black has accused Tory politicians of "eyeing up barrels of fake cash" after several high-profile members of the party were found to be offering consultancy services to a bogus firm at a rate of thousands of pounds per day....

A haul of drugs worth around £38,000 have been seized from a car and address in West Lothian. Officers stopped the vehicle just off the M8, near Livingston, at around 8pm on Monday, March 27. A 37-year-old man was arrested...

A man who was found guilty of murdering his scientist ex-wife more than 40 years ago is set to appeal his conviction. Retired research scientist Christopher Harrisson killed 32-year-old Brenda Page at her flat in Aberdeen's Allan Street in July...

Pedro Martinez Losa has named 11 SWPL stars including seven Rangers players in his Scotland women's squad for upcoming friendlies against Australia and Costa Rica. The national team's top stars including Real Madrid's Caroline Weir, Chelsea's Erin Cuthbert and LA...

The mother of a 21-year-old woman who took her own life in Polmont young offenders institution has told MSPs her family are still experiencing trauma. Linda Allan said they are still waiting for a fatal accident inquiry into the death,...

A Rangers fan who scarred a Celtic physio for life after throwing a bottle at him during an Old Firm game has been jailed for 12 months. Alan Crawford, 33, of Grangemouth, launched the missile from the west enclosure at...

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer will miss this week's round of questions in the Commons as the opposing leaders attend the funeral of former speaker Betty Boothroyd. Lady Boothroyd, a former Labour MP, died last...

Legendary former Manchester United and Aberdeen manager Alex Ferguson has been inducted into the English Premier League Hall of Fame. The 81-year-old Glaswegian is the most successful boss in the league's history with 13 titles from his 28-year spell at...

Barry Robson will continue as interim manager of Aberdeen until the end of the season, the Pittodrie club has announced. Robson was asked to step up from a youth coaching role after Jim Goodwin was sacked due to a run...

Climate campaigners have deflated the tyres of 40 SUVs in Edinburgh – the 12th time that action has been taken in the city by the group. The Tyre Extinguishers targeted vehicles in the New Town area overnight on Tuesday. Activists...

A secondary school has been told it must "urgently improve attainment" following a damning report. Education Scotland inspectors rated some areas of Northfield Academy, in Aberdeen – including leadership and learning – as “unsatisfactory”. Aberdeen City Council will hold a...

Humza Yousaf has officially been sworn in as Scotland’s sixth First Minister. The SNP leader took part in a short ceremony at the Court of Session in Edinburgh on Wednesday where he took the oath of office, known as an...

A pack of wolves were euthanised at an animal park in Dundee following the death of the pack leader. Four wolves at Camperdown Wildlife Centre in Dundee started displaying "unusually anxious" behaviour when alpha male Loki underwent an operation on...

Junior doctors are being urged to back strike action in their battle with Holyrood for higher pay. BMA members who are junior doctors in Scotland will receive a ballot on Wednesday asking them if they support walkouts as part of...

Spain captain Rodri criticised Scotland’s “rubbish” approach to football after his team were on the end of a Hampden defeat in the Euro 2024 qualifiers. The Manchester City player accused Scotland of time-wasting and provocation after Manchester United midfielder Scott...

A craft brewery in England has begun labelling its beer “not for sale in Scotland” amid fears it could be hit with a “hefty” fine under the deposit return scheme (DRS). An industry group warned other small brewers could withdraw...

Ryan Christie was delighted to play his part as Scotland stunned Spain in Euro 2024 qualifying but said the win was just a step in the journey towards Germany. Scotland's 2-0 win at Hampden over the top seeds meant a...

Bupa Dental Care is set to cut 85 dental practices in a move that will affect 1,200 staff across the UK, amid a national shortage of dentists and “systemic” challenges across the industry. The healthcare group said patients at the...

Scotland beat Spain 2-0 in their latest Euro 2024 qualifier at Hampden on Tuesday, as goals from Scott McTominay secured a famous win at Hampden. The win against the former world champions and group favourites came just days after a...

TalkTalk has been rated the worst major broadband provider in the UK in a watchdog survey as consumers brace themselves for inflation-busting prices. The company received a score of 51% in an annual satisfaction survey of almost 4,000 customers by...

A prison breached international standards for housing prisoners in double occupancy rooms, a report has found. Inspectors said some cells being used for double occupancy at HMP Inverness were “too small” and breached international standards on minimum space dimensions. The...

Couples could become a surrogate child’s legal parents at birth under proposed major reforms. The surrogate would be able withdraw her consent until six weeks after the birth, but by that stage would have to apply for a parental order,...

Presenter and comedian Paul O'Grady has died at the age of 67, his partner has said. The TV star, known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening, his husband Andre Portasio said in...

Humza Yousaf is set to be sworn-in as Scotland’s First Minister later on Wednesday. A short ceremony, due to be held at the Court of Session in Edinburgh, will see the new SNP leader take the oath of office, known...

Scotland are sitting on top of their European Championship qualifying group after the historic 2-0 win over Spain in Glasgow on Tuesday. Hampden Park was in party mode as the Tartan Army celebrated a double from Scott McTominay that secured...