The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

King and Queen Consort fly to Edinburgh as tour of home nations continues

The new monarch is visiting England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales this week.

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2022

Charles III faces challenges at home, abroad – and even in defining what it means to be king

Charles III became the King of the United Kingdom on Sept. 8, 2022, having spent almost all of his 73 years preparing for this role, watching the example of his mother, Elizabeth II. Yet, he faces an uncertain course as monarch.

The Conversation · Sep 12, 2022

Hilarious clip shows English tourist surrounded by midges in the Highlands as he shouts 'they're all over me'

Becky Aktinson captured her partner Paul Falltrick's reaction as midges surrounded him.

Daily Record · Sep 12, 2022

Public expected to queue 'hours' overnight to see Queen's coffin in Scotland ahead of state funeral

People waiting to see the Queen have been warned to prepare for long queues which could take hours. It comes as the King will travel to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, where he will meet Nicola Sturgeon.

Glasgow Live · Sep 12, 2022

Crown of Scotland to be placed on Queen's coffin while it lies in rest in Edinburgh

Thousands of people are expected to go to pay their final respects in the Scottish capital

Wales Online · Sep 12, 2022

Queen Elizabeth coffin processions and viewing in Scotland - exactly what happens today

Thousands of mourners across Scotland are expected to pay their respects to the late Queen today as her coffin is set to leave the Palace of Holyroodhouse, where it remained overnight, to St Giles’ Cathedral.

Glasgow Live · Sep 12, 2022

Crown of Scotland to be placed on Queen’s coffin while it lies in rest

Made from gold, silver and precious gems, it is the centrepiece of the Honours of Scotland, the oldest Crown jewels in Britain.

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2022

Queen’s state funeral route and where to watch it as coffin carried to Westminster Abbey

Queen Elizbaeth II’s coffin will travel from Scotland to London ahead of state funeral at Westminster Abbey on 19 September

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2022

The story of the legendary Stone of Destiny and how it will be used at King Charles III's coronation

The Stone of Destiny - also known as the Stone of Scone or the Coronation Stone - will travel south with the King for his coronation.

Daily Record · Sep 12, 2022

Queen Elizabeth: What is happening in Edinburgh today as King Charles returns to Scotland

The Queen’s coffin will lie in rest for a day at St Giles’ cathedral in Edinburgh

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2022