First Minister rules out Reform UK deal after SNP Westminster leader's comments THE SNP will not work with Reform UK in any “way, shape, or form”, the First Minister has said ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 31
Anger as BBC 'never' covered Keir Starmer's £94k sporting jollies amid SNP 'attack' THE BBC has been urged to explain why it has “never” reported the cost of Keir Starmer’s flights to sporting events after covering extensively… The National (Scotland) · Aug 30
Two ‘brilliant writers’ claim top gongs at Edinburgh Comedy Awards SNL UK writer Chris Cantrill and Irish comedian Marty Gleeson have taken home the prize for best comedy show and best newcomer respectively. Evening Standard · Aug 29
SNP's post-election approach to independence draws fierce criticism and some support IN just over 24 hours the SNP have come under fire from their own membership for blocking debate on the party’s independence strategy and… The National (Scotland) · Aug 28
Scottish Government publishes draft Bill for second independence referendum First Minister John Swinney said the Independence Referendum Bill will be lodged at Holyrood once the powers needed to hold a vote are secured. Evening Standard · Aug 28
First ‘parent strike’ sees protests held in call for more support Events in Edinburgh and Glasgow took place alongside gatherings in other cities around the UK on Thursday. Evening Standard · Aug 27
Reopening date for Edinburgh's Princes Street confirmed after fire PRINCES Street in Edinburgh is set to reopen this weekend following a major fire at the former Debenhams store. The National (Scotland) · Aug 27
Princes Street to reopen on Saturday after July blaze Trams will be able to run their full route once again. Evening Standard · Aug 27
John Swinney snubs campaigners' invite to visit planned 'monster' AI data centre site THE Scottish Government has declined an invite by local campaigners to visit the proposed site for a “monster” AI data centre in Larbert that… The National (Scotland) · Aug 26
5 commissions drama about relationship between Nicola Sturgeon and Peter Murrell The one-time chief executive of the SNP was sentenced to five years and three months in prison after pleading guilty to embezzlement. Evening Standard · Aug 26
Location of 24 new GP walk-in services revealed as John Swinney extends scheme JOHN Swinney has announced an extension of Scotland’s GP walk-in pilot until 2029 as he revealed 24 more areas where services are planned. The National (Scotland) · Aug 26
Gary Lineker speaks out on BBC exit as he explains why he refused to be silenced Gary Lineker left the BBC last year after receiving criticism for airing his political views on social media The Independent UK · Aug 25
Gary Lineker: ‘If I wanted a quiet and easy life I could have shut up’ The former Match Of The Day presenter stepped down from his role at the BBC in May last year. Evening Standard · Aug 25
Malcolm Offord demanded Holyrood bosses knock down walls for double sized office MALCOLM Offord demanded Holyrood bosses knock down walls to give him a double sized office, The National understands. The National (Scotland) · Aug 25
Evening Standard · Aug 24 Police describe Graeme Dott as ‘dangerous individual’ after abuse conviction Detective Inspector Gary Smillie praised the bravery of Dott’s victims.
Evening Standard · Aug 24 Scottish Government should abandon social care cuts, says Labour hopeful Fagan The Scottish Labour leadership candidate has also backed calls for £750 million additional funding for social care.
The Independent UK · Aug 24 Ex-snooker champion Graeme Dott found guilty of sexually abusing children The 49-year-old subjected a girl and a boy to multiple incidents of abuse.
Evening Standard · Aug 24 Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott found guilty of sexually abusing children The 49-year-old subjected a girl and a boy to multiple incidents of abuse
Evening Standard · Aug 24 Scottish Labour leader candidate Marra open to party deals at local elections However, Michael Marra has said he would not accept any deals with Reform Scotland.
Evening Standard · Aug 24 Issues in Scottish Labour ‘systemic’, says leadership hopeful Michael Marra The Scottish Labour leadership candidate spoke at a press conference on Monday.
The Independent UK · Aug 23 Royal family attends church service near Balmoral after news of Harry and Meghan’s return Troops from Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion Royal Regiment of Scotland, provided a guard of honour
Evening Standard · Aug 22 Kemi Badenoch rules out deals with Reform as she blasts ‘dishonest’ defectors The Tory leader some those who had left her party for Reform UK were ‘some of the most dishonest people’ she has met.
Evening Standard · Aug 21 Decision on Rosebank and Jackdaw fields needed as soon as possible – Badenoch Consultations on both sites have closed in recent weeks, with the final decision now to be taken by the UK Government.
Evening Standard · Aug 18 Labour leadership hopeful speaks out about dying mother’s ‘fear’ in shared ward Michael Marra MSP said his mother was cared for in the same hospital ward as a ‘mentally troubled’ man who had a history of violence.
The Independent UK · Aug 18 Guard of honour marks King’s arrival at Balmoral for summer break Charles met a Shetland pony who is the mascot of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, as soldiers formed a guard of honour.