Beavers set to be released into wild at Loch Lomond reserve Approval for Gartocharn site is third in Scotland after Knapdale, Argyll, and Argaty, near Doune. Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
Peak rail fares in Scotland to be scrapped in six-month pilot scheme PEAK rail fares are to be scrapped under a six-month pilot scheme, the Scottish Government has announced. The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2022
Swinney gives ‘categorical assurance’ budget leak not sanctioned by him Details of changes to Scotland’s taxation policy were published hours before it was announced to Parliament. The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022
Expert issues winter driving advice as crashes may cost thousands in repairs With temperatures dropping and snow covering the majority of Scotland, winter driving can present many challenges, and it's important to feel safe when driving on the roads. Edinburgh Live · Dec 15, 2022
Tax to increase in Scotland and IndyRef2 fund scrapped under budget plans Deputy First Minister John Swinney outlined the Scottish Government’s spending plans for 2023-24 on Thursday. The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022
Scottish Budget: 5 things you need to know from John Swinney's tax rising statement Ahead of his statement Swinney apologised to the Presiding Officer after details of his Budget were leaked to the media, saying no-one was authorised to do so. Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
Cornton Vale women's prison on final countdown ahead of 2023 closure Cornton Vale women’s prison and young offenders institution is to close early in the new year. The Scottish Prison Service announced this week that the doors will close in early 2023 before HMP & YOI Stirling, which is being built on the same si Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
Map helps people find warm public spaces in Scotland amid energy bill hikes Energy bills will rise in April 2023, which will see the average household pay £3,000 for gas and electricity. Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
Scottish budget as taxes to rise - how much you will pay under new rates Deputy First Minister of Scotland John Swinney will today increase devolved income tax for those earning over £43,000 annually - in a bid to boost public sector pay. Edinburgh Live · Dec 15, 2022
Thug branded 'most dangerous teen in Scotland' stabbed two guards after row over prison meal Darren Cornelius, 33, lashed out at prison guards as his evening meal was being served at his cell in HMP Shotts, Lanarkshire. Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
Snow and heavy rain ahead as UK braces for mega weekend deluge with fearsome forecast Amid the threat of further snowfall and freezing temperatures, menacing weather maps show the worst could be yet to come with Sunday looking treacherous for heavy rain and snow settling Daily Mirror · Dec 15, 2022
Sheffield United striker Oli McBurnie acquitted of pitch invasion assault The 26-year-old Scotland international was acquitted of assaulting Nottingham Forest supporter George Brinkley. The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022
Sheffield United and Scotland star acquitted of pitch invasion assault Oli McBurnie was cleared after a judge was told the 6ft 4ins striker hopped over a Nottingham Forest fan ‘like a ballerina’ to avoid contact. The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022
Oli McBurnie cleared of assault as judge hits out at 'judgement of social media' The Scotland star had been accused of stamping on George Brinkley during a pitch invasion at Nottingham's City Ground in May. Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022 Two Scottish neighbourhoods named among the 15 'coolest' in the UK - full list Neighbourhoods in two of Scotland's major cities made it into the top 10 of the trendy list.
The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2022 Major supply notice issued over Strep A antibiotics in Scotland A major update has been issued regarding the supply of Strep A antibiotics in Scotland amid a surge in cases.
Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022 Hard hitting anti-sectarianism campaign hits the streets of Dumbarton Nil by Mouth has launched the ‘Writing on the Wall’ campaign which will run across high streets in the west of Scotland with the aim of encouraging people to report incidents they see, and to push for those convicted of hate crimes to be forced to scrub walls clean of…
Football London · Dec 15, 2022 The 23 minutes that proved to Edu that Mykhaylo Mudryk can be Arsenal's perfect January signing Arsenal's interest in Mykhaylo Mudryk could date back to just 23 minutes for Ukraine in which he announced to the world the special talent that he is
The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2022 Beavers to return to Loch Lomond for first time in centuries A FAMILY of beavers are set to be reintroduced into Loch Lomond, signalling the species return to the iconic loch after hundreds of years of absence.
The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2022 Nicola Sturgeon slams Tory claims Covid used as 'shield' for attainment gap NICOLA Sturgeon has dismantled claims made by the Scottish Conservatives that her government used Covid "as a shield" to deflect…
The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2022 Physiotherapists urge UK ministers to follow Scottish example on pay and avert strike PHYSIOTHERAPISTS are urging politicians in England and Wales to follow the example set on pay in Scotland in a bid to avert industrial action.
Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022 Exact time snow will hit Scotland as Met Office warns of more bad weather and blackouts The forecaster has extended its snow and ice warning until late on Sunday.
The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022 GMB members in NHS Scotland reject latest pay offer It means the threat of strike action by more than 8,000 NHS staff, including 1,700 in the ambulance service, continues to loom.
Edinburgh Live · Dec 15, 2022 Winter Heating Payment in Scotland and who is eligible for £50 cash boost The Winter Heating Payment has replaced the Cold Weather Payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in Scotland, and has the same eligibility requirements.
Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022 Majority of union members reject latest NHS Scotland pay offer Scottish Government ministers put a new offer on the table which would have seen workers receive on average a 7.5 per cent pay rise.