The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

Scotland's buses to be brought back into public control, John Swinney announces

THE SNP will bring Scotland's bus network back into public control, John Swinney has announced ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17

Ivan McKee on the SNP’s plan to radically redesign Scotland's council system

THERE is “no reason” why Council Tax should be redesigned at the same time as Scotland’s councils, the SNP Cabinet minister in charge of the sweeping project has said.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17

The argument for Scottish independence has 'not already been won', says ex-SNP MP

THE argument for Scottish independence has “not already been won”, a former SNP MP has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17

Teenage boy and pensioner killed in Scotland plane crash

Temporary restrictions including drones have been put in place over the Drymen area

The Independent UK · Oct 17

Wouter Vrancken has shown he is no 'fraud' - but can he make Hearts title contenders?

Wouter Vrancken has silenced the snipers who branded him a "fraud" during a tough start to the season - but can he turn Hearts into title contenders?

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17

Emslie strike major milestone as Scotland take baby step towards Brazil World Cup

Few could fail to have been moved last weekend as Scotland winger Emslie scored in Scotland Women’s World Cup play-off semi-final against the Czech Republic.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17

Danny Armstrong on Scotland 'snobbery', Killie love affair, McInnes and Romania

Danny Armstrong sits down with Graeme McGarry to chat about Scotland 'snobbery', his love affair with Killie, Derek McInnes and how he has flourished in Romania.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 17

Miller time as Wallaroos run rampant in Aussie return

Desiree Miller has scored her record-extending 20th and 21st Test tries as the Wallaroos produced some of their best rugby in a big win over Scotland.

AAP · Oct 17

‘Stars are aligning’ for Scottish independence, Swinney to tell SNP conference

Scottish First Minister John Swinney will close his party’s annual conference in Aberdeen on Saturday.

Evening Standard · Oct 16

Edinburgh's historic Palm Houses reopen after a £23.5m restoration replaced 5,750 panes of glass

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's Palm Houses have undergone extensive restorations costing £23.5 million over the past five years. Researchers carefully replaced all 5,750 glass panes to ensure they withstand harsh weather conditions. Following this work, nearly 600 rare plant specimens have been replanted in the glasshouses. The restoration enables…

The Times of India · Oct 16