The Latest Breaking News from Scotland

South Scotland MSP apologises for breaking party rules in SNP leadership contest

Emma Harper sent out an email to thousands of members backing Humza Yousaf, one of three contenders for the top job

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

One area in Scotland crowned best place to go wildlife spotting with animals 'aplenty'

According to new research, the Highland council area in Scotland is the best place in the whole of the UK for spotting wildlife, while another Scottish area also appears at fourth on the list.

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

Joanna Cherry 'reported to SNP HQ' after sharing Wings Over Scotland tweet

A PROMINENT Humza Yousaf backer has said she will report Joanna Cherry to SNP HQ for sharing a Wings Over Scotland tweet.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 6, 2023

Snow MAPPED as UK faces 5-day weather alert - see when your home will be hit

The Met Office has issued weather warnings that are set to last from today all the way through to Friday, covering huge swathes of the UK as more snow and ice could be on the way

Daily Mirror · Mar 6, 2023

Would-be first ministers urged to put public services ‘top of the list’

Union leaders at Unison made the plea in an open letter to the three candidates running to replace Nicola Sturgeon.

The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2023

Humza Yousaf calls for Alister Jack to quit Commons seat if Tory minister is made a Lord

Jack, who has served as Scottish Secretary since 2019, is set to be made a member of the House of Lords thanks to Boris Johnson.

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

The ghosts in Scotland that 'emerge every March' including a loch mermaid

Some ghosts are only said to appear at certain times of the year, and across Scotland there are multiple tales of spooky phenomena observed exclusively in March.

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

Man who vanished from English city may have travelled to Scotland

Ashley Blacker was last seen at around 4am on Saturday, 4 March, in Leeds.

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

Snow warning issued with up to 40cm forecast in parts of Scotland

The Met Office has forecast a white-out for large parts of the country this week.

Daily Record · Mar 6, 2023

What is the Stone of Destiny? Historical Scottish artefact in new Perth exhibition

The ancient symbol of monarchial power has found a new home

Evening Standard · Mar 6, 2023