The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

For Women Scotland launches legal action against Scottish ministers on gender

The group believe some Scottish Government policies are ‘inconsistent’ with the UK Supreme Court ruling.

Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2025

Innis & Gunn crowned Scotland’s best at World Beer Awards

INNIS & Gunn has been named best in Scotland for the second year running at the World Beer Awards

The National (Scotland) · Aug 17, 2025

Culture Secretary announces £1.8 million for arts and culture festivals

Angus Robertson said the money would ensure Scotland’s ‘cultural highlights can be enjoyed at home and abroad’.

Evening Standard · Aug 17, 2025

Women’s Rugby World Cup: the definitive guide to the pools

England are unbeaten since the last tournament and are strong favourites to top their pool, but other groups look more open

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2025

This Scottish road trip with 'magnificent' scenery is one of the UK's greatest

See why this road trip in Scotland with 'magnificent' scenery is one of the greatest in the UK.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2025

The 'significant' yet hidden Scottish cave where an important saint once lived

See the 'historically significant' cave where the beloved saint St Columba, who helped bring Christianity to Scotland, once stayed and worshipped.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 16, 2025

Ian Blackford's decision signals the rise of a new younger generation of politicians

Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford, who announced in June 2023 that he did not intend to stand for reelection to his Ross, Skye, and…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2025

Scotland's post-war pain and pride brought to life in powerful Fringe play debut

A NOVEL about Scotland’s post war era and the hardships facing working-class communities by an award-winning journalist has made it to the stage…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2025

Scotland winger Ben Doak 'close' to £25m Liverpool transfer exit

Ben Doak is reportedly close to joining Bournemouth from Liverpool on a permanent basis.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2025

Kate Forbes not barred from Summerhall, venue confirms

An arts venue has said it has not banned Scotland’s Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes from the building after a row over her speaking at an event.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15, 2025