The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

UK supreme court rules Scotland cannot call a second independence referendum – the decision explained

The UK supreme court has ruled that the Scottish parliament does not have the power to unilaterally call a second referendum on Scottish independence. The judgment comes in response to a request from the lord advocate (the senior law officer of the Scottish government) for a decision on whether a…

The Conversation · Nov 23, 2022

The 'secluded' Highlands cottage for sale in a 'haven for wildlife'

A recently upgraded traditional cottage nestled in the Scottish countryside is on the market for under £300,000, and the secluded setting has been called a "haven" for wildlife

Daily Record · Nov 23, 2022

Supreme Court Indyref2 decision: What is it and what does it mean?

The Supreme Court ruled that the Scottish Parliament does not have the power to legislate for a referendum.

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022

Tributes paid to 'phenomenal' Scots martial arts champion after death aged 20

Ian Ford, from Armadale, became the first Scottish Junior Male to win the ITF World Championships in 2017.

Daily Record · Nov 23, 2022

Democracy at stake after Supreme Court ruling – Sturgeon

An SNP conference will be held in the new year to discuss a proposed 'de facto referendum'

Insider UK · Nov 23, 2022

Justice Secretary has ‘no intention’ of 4000 police leaving amid budget squeeze

SCOTLAND'S Justice Secretary has said he has “no intention” of overseeing a budget that sees 4000 police officers leaving the force, or…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 23, 2022

Number of people who died in Lanarkshire while homeless falls significantly during 2021

Across Scotland an estimated 250 died which was similar to the previous year

Daily Record · Nov 23, 2022

SNP to make UK general election 'de facto' referendum on independence following Supreme Court defeat

Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed her government's Plan B following their Supreme Court defeat will be to focus on independence at the next general election.

Daily Record · Nov 23, 2022

Wind to batter Scotland as weather warning issued for gusts up to 70mph

The Met Office has placed parts of the country under a yellow warning for wind this week.

Daily Record · Nov 23, 2022

UK top court rules against Scottish plans for independence referendum

Britain’s Supreme Court has ruled that the Scottish government cannot hold a new independence referendum without approval from Britain’s parliament, shutting down promises by the nationalists to hold a second vote next year.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 23, 2022