Sheku Bayoh’s sister vows to continue ‘fight for justice’ after meeting Swinney Mr Bayoh’s family said that John Swinney had told them the public inquiry into his death was of ‘paramount importance’. Evening Standard · Nov 13, 2025
Swinney ‘open’ to grooming gangs inquiry as he praises courage of survivors The First Minister is been pressed by one young victim to launch a probe. Evening Standard · Nov 13, 2025
Cumming in independence call: Westminster should get boots off our necks The actor and Traitors US star said he believed Scotland would leave the UK in his lifetime. The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2025
Donald Trump granddaughter says he will miss LPGA Tour debut as ‘a little busy’ Kai Trump, 18, is playing on a sponsor’s invitation this week at The Annika driven by Gainbridge event in Florida. The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2025
In Pictures: UK falls silent to remember fallen service personnel The Queen and Princess of Wales attended two of the events which took place across the country. Evening Standard · Nov 11, 2025
Hundreds gather to mark Armistice Day in Edinburgh’s Garden of Remembrance The one o’clock gun fired from the battlements of Edinburgh Castle to initiate a two-minute silence in memory of those who have fallen in conflict. Evening Standard · Nov 11, 2025
Duhan van der Merwe dropped as Scotland take on New Zealand Jamie Ritchie was also left out of the 23 while Zander Fagerson has not yet recovered from a knee injury. The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025
Nicola Sturgeon to join discussion panel during Edinburgh’s First Footin’ The former first minister will join Garbage singer Shirley Manson as a special guest of Edinburgh Maker Michael Pederson. Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2025
Gregor Townsend admires ‘excellent’ Liam McConnell Scotland debut against USA The 21-year-old flanker made a big impact with his carries in the 85-0 rout. The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2025
Duhan van der Merwe reflects on ‘unbelievable’ Scotland career ahead of 50th cap The South Africa-born 30-year-old has scored a record 32 tries in his 49 appearances for his adopted country. The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025
Danny Rohl explains how Rangers are now ‘ready’ to take down Celtic in Old Firm derby Rohl has guided the Gers to back-to-back league victories since taking charge and highlighted one specific aspect of their 1-0 win over Hibernian as particularly pleasing The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2025
Scottish Government ‘stands ready’ to work with UK ministers on asylum barracks The Scottish Social Justice Secretary spoke of her ‘intense level of frustration’ with how the situation has been handled. Evening Standard · Oct 29, 2025
Scottish minister criticises ‘lack of engagement’ on asylum seeker barracks plan Highland Council also expressed worries for ‘community cohesion’. Evening Standard · Oct 28, 2025
Line-up of stars set for new theatre festival celebrating LGBT+ The Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Out In The Hills Festival takes place next January and will feature Sir Ian McKellen. Evening Standard · Oct 27, 2025
Evening Standard · Oct 24, 2025 Expect more defections to Your Party in Scotland, Zarah Sultana says The Your Party co-leader said she was in active talks with Scots politicians and hopes to make an announcement ‘very soon’.
The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2025 Stephen Flynn pledges to serve in whatever capacity he is asked to by Swinney The party’s Westminster leader has been tipped by many as a potential minister if the SNP return to government next year.
Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2025 Body-worn camera rollout will deter Bonfire Night disorder, senior officer says From Wednesday, Police Scotland officers in Edinburgh, the Lothians and the Borders will be on duty equipped with the lightweight cameras.
Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2025 Scottish Government urges Treasury to reimburse £26m Trump and Vance visit cost Scotland’s Finance Secretary has written to the Chief Secretary to the Treasury.
Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2025 Lantern trail at zoo returns for first time in six years with aquatic theme The display will bring visitors to Edinburgh Zoo face to face with illuminated sea creatures standing up to 20ft.
Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2025 In Pictures: There’s no place like foam for St Andrews students on Raisin Monday The traditional foam fight dates back to the university’s founding in 1413.
Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2025 Students let loose with shaving foam for Raisin Monday in St Andrews Hundreds of students took to St Salvator’s Quad to throw foam at each other for the ancient tradition at the Fife university.
The Independent UK · Oct 19, 2025 Dundee end 37-year wait for home win over Celtic after travelling fans protest Dundee 2-0 Celtic: The defending champions lost ground on table-toppers Hearts after a shock defeat
Evening Standard · Oct 17, 2025 Da Vinci and Michelangelo drawings go on display in Scotland for first time More than 80 drawings by 57 different artists are in The King’s Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Evening Standard · Oct 15, 2025 World’s largest ever bowls training session held to mark 2026 Commonwealth Games A number of sporting professionals attended, some of whom had never played the sport until now.
Evening Standard · Oct 13, 2025 Forbes calls for windfall tax to be replaced at the coming Budget The tax places a levy on the profits of oil and gas firms and is due to continue to 2030.