The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

Alexander highlights ‘stark contrast’ in talks on Grangemouth and Mossmorran

The Scottish Secretary said Mossmorran bosses had, unlike Grangemouth management, been unable to demonstrate a ‘pathway to profitability’.

Evening Standard · Dec 17, 2025

Musicians criticise BBC Radio Scotland’s decision to axe specialist late-night shows

Members of Franz Ferdinand, Del Amitri and more call for pause to schedule shake-up aimed at foregrounding ‘mainstream, easy-listening tracks’

The Guardian - UK · Dec 17, 2025

Constance survives no confidence vote, but faces calls for investigation

Labour is demanding independent investigators look at whether Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance breached the ministerial code.

The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2025

Regulator ‘proposes to accept’ STV plan for retaining news services in north

While the STV News At 6 programme will be produced and presented from Glasgow about 30% of the programme in the north will be specific to the area.

The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2025

Mum's Agony After Toddler Is Strangled by His Hooded Onesie in Bedroom Tragedy: 'I Found Him Lifeless'

A 19-month-old baby in Scotland was strangled to death using the hood of his onesie which got stuck in a window handle. His parents are now cautioning and demanding safer dress design in children.

International Business Times UK · Dec 15, 2025

Bondi attack ‘cruelly marred’ first day of Hannukah, says Swinney

Gunmen killed 15 people and injured a further 27 at a gathering in Australia on Sunday.

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2025

Sarwar appeals to SNP and Green MSPs ahead of no confidence vote in Constance

Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is facing a vote of no confidence, which is expected to take place on Tuesday.

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2025

No place for antisemitism in Scotland, says Jewish group after Bondi attack

A pair of gunmen killed 15 people at Bondi Beach in Australia on Sunday.

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2025

Bondi attack ‘most appalling atrocity’, says Church of Scotland moderator

The Right Reverend Rosie Frew said her thoughts were with the bereaved and injured, the people of Sydney, and the Jewish community.

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2025

Weather Snow Forecast UK 2025: Brace For White Holiday As Temperatures Expect To Plummet In These Areas

Updated UK weather forecasts suggest colder, more settled conditions heading into Christmas 2025, with snow possible in parts of Britain as temperatures fall and high pressure builds.

International Business Times UK · Dec 15, 2025