The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

A guide to the best bracing walks in Britain to enjoy this season

If you’re up for a ramble this autumn, these are some excellent options

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2025

US firm bids to bring 'flying boats' to Scottish islands transport network

A pioneering new flight technology could be trialled on Scotland’s islands following the announcement of a new partnership ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17, 2025

John Swinney rejects calls to boycott white-tie banquet in Donald Trump's honour

JOHN Swinney has rejected calls to boycott a state banquet at Windsor Castle in Donald Trump’s honour.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17, 2025

Liberation Scotland's Alf Baird calls Union 'political hoax' ahead of UN event

CAMPAIGNERS seeking to have Scotland “decolonised” by the United Nations hope to expose “one of the longest political hoxes” in history.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16, 2025

‘Real risk’ of Scotland falling behind in tackling grooming gangs, Tories claim

A Tory amendment which would have required research into child sexual abuse and exploitation to be carried out was voted down by MSPs,

Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2025

Rough sleeping in Scotland at worst level on record, new figures show

THE number of people who reported having slept rough before making a homelessness application is at the highest level on record, new figures show

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16, 2025

'Robust' Scottish labour market outperforms UK

SCOTLAND'S jobless rate has remained lower than the UK’s, with new figures showing the number of adults out of work is down by 20,000 from three…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16, 2025

Scotland and Australia’s parting words show the rocky landscape beyond the Women’s World Cup

With uncertainty over the future of both programmes beyond this tournament, there are fears that successful campaigns may not be capitalised upon

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2025

'Scrumptious' seaside fish and chip shop in Scotland named among the UK's best

Located in the historic town of St Andrews, the chippy was named alongside other beloved establishments across the country, including The Fishmarket…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16, 2025

Elon Musk is a ‘malign influence’, John Swinney says

The Scottish First Minister added he was ‘giving thought’ to the ongoing use of the social media platform X, which is owned by the billionaire.

Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2025