The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

Scots 25% more likely to support independence under next PM, poll suggests

A survey of 1,002 Scots showed a equal shift in favour of independence regardless of which candidate wins the Tory leadership race.

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2022

Tory leadership candidates vow to clip Nicola Sturgeon’s wings if they reach No 10

Both Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak promise to beef up scrutiny of SNP government, ahead of hustings in Scotland

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2022

'Difficult questions' and protests await Sunak and Truss at Perth hustings

Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak will fight it out to win the keys to number 10 in front of Tory members at a hustings in Perth on Tuesday evening.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

Top philosopher backs Yes and says independent Scotland could change the world

A LEADING academic has come out in support of independence, predicting that Scotland could become a “world leader” in ethical politics.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

Scotland should embrace UK moves on gene-editing science, says Alister Jack

ALISTER Jack has used a visit to a farming tech centre to reiterate calls for Scotland to embrace controversial gene-editing science – despite…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

Paisley residents being asked to complete ten-minute census survey

This helps paint an accurate picture of Scotland's population

Daily Record · Aug 15, 2022

Police probe after gunshots, car fire and hospitalisation in 'linked' incidents

POLICE in Scotland are appealing for information after a series of “extremely reckless and dangerous” incidents saw a car on fire, gunshots, and…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

Anas Sarwar insists Scotland 'was not a victim of the British Empire' as he marks Pakistan independence anniversary

The Scottish Labour leader, who lost relatives during Pakistan's historic campaign for independence, said he was "annoyed" by those who tried to downplay Scotland's role in the empire.

Daily Record · Aug 15, 2022

Scotland to be hit with waves of strikes as unions reject 'paltry' pay offer

COUNCIL workers across Scotland are set to walk out this month after last-ditch attempts to stave off strike action failed.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022

These are the four poshest villages in Scotland, according to estate agents

A GOLFING haven less than an hour away from Edinburgh and a quaint seaside town close to some of the best walks in Scotland are among the poshest…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2022