The Scotch whisky distiller has announced a major change

A national review of social work in Scotland has been launched in a bid to address ‘systemic racism’ within the sector.

The Herald understands that former first minister Nicola Sturgeon has made no decisions on whether she will stand for election in 2026.

Two thirds of Celtic fans believe the club should have an independently elected Fan Advisory Board according to new research from the University of Glasgow.

Human rights campaigners are calling on SNP ministers to do all they can to “mitigate” Prevent, the UK Government's controversial anti-terror strategy.

"I look forward to any contest, where of course it will be for branch members to select those they wish to represent them in Holyrood in the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.”

"Kate Forbes still has her own leadership ambitions, setting them aside this Spring in the interest of party unity to accept Mr Swinney's offer to become Deputy First Minister."

Sir Keir Starmer's beleaguered former chief of staff will no longer take up the position of “envoy to the nations and regions.”

"I hear journalists are wondering if I’ve put my name in for the Scottish Parliament. Big news re 2026 coming in the next hour…watch this space."

Stephen Flynn has been criticised by SNP colleagues after saying he would stay on at Westminster, even if elected to Holyrood.

Ministers must follow the UK Government and extend rates relief for businesses in Scotland, Anas Sarwar has said.

As parts of Spain are on alert for new flood warnings, Dominic Hinde meets the volunteers still involved in the aftermath and recovery following the initial disaster

NATWEST has moved to reduce the UK Government’s stake in the bank after buying back a significant tranche of shares from the Treasury in what it described as a “another important milestone”, it was announced this morning.

A former aid to Tony Blair has been criticised by the SNP after he said the Government "should do farmers what Thatcher did to the miners".

International numbers are on the up but not everything in tourism is rosy

Two runners saved by the same public defibrillator appeal for all the life-saving devices to be publicly available. Tens of thousands of defibs are unregistered so ‘invisible’ in an emergency.

New research to better understand the biological factors of suicidal behaviour Researchers at the University of Glasgow are embarking on two new PhD projects to better understand the impact that biological factors may have on suicidal behaviour.

3D Scotland are an innovative, Glasgow-based company who specialise in the design and manufacture of unique chess sets. Their sets have proved extremely popular as Christmas gifts, graduation gifts, fathers’ day gifts and everything in between.

What does 2023's Scottish Health Survey tell us about Scotland's population - from smoking rates to obesity, and alcohol consumption?

AS the nights draw in, and we wake up and it’s still dark out, it just feels that little harder to get out of bed. For some, however, kicking off those warm, cosy covers is far harder than for others.

A new Nordic-style Open Kindergarten will be trialled in part of Scotland ahead of a potential roll-out across the country.

Public sector pay increases are outstripping those in the private sector for the first time in four years

The flats are described as the first new homes on the Scottish town's High Street 'in living memory'

A "renowned" restructuring advisory business has been acquired by a major player.

Family business Graham’s Family Dairy has secured a multinational listing

The accountancy firm has opened a new office in the Scottish town

The plane is hailed as 'one of the most advanced aircraft available on the market'

Scotland was second out of 12 UK nations and regions on one key measure

A rural housing project branded as ‘truly transformative’ has been completed

Emergency services were called to the Glebe Place area of the town

A fire engine on its way to a callout has been involved in a collision with two cars on a road junction in Edinburgh.

Up to 650 houses could be built on land at the golf club

You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0141 302 7000 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk.

The SNP's Westminster leader has announced he is to contest a seat at Holyrood – and will ‘double-job’ as an MP and MSP if he wins.

A rail service linking Scotland, Wales and England with one train journey is to start running for the first time. 

Motorists have been urged to plan ahead with a major bridge due to close for work is carried out.  

The technology will deliver enhanced day-to-day and major incident response capability

Former MP Joanna Cherry has said that the SNP rules which prevented her from standing for a seat at Holyrood would not block Stephen Flynn from doing the same.  

A Scottish distillery has hailed the opening of a new 'dining destination' amid an expansion push.

Sir Andy Murray will swap Centre Court for the stage next summer as he embarks on a tour discussing his illustrious tennis career.

Campaigners in Argyll and Bute are demanding a proposed tourist tax is rejected when it goes to a council vote next month.

Health Secretary Neil Gray will address concerns around his use of a ministerial car to attend football games at Hampden.

A film about a campaign to ban greyhound racing in Scotland has won an animal welfare award at a ceremony in London.

Shetland Library and the National Library of Scotland have been praised for "providing optimist for the future."

The concierge team at The Balmoral have helped raise awareness for a special event to raise money for charity in memory of Scotland legend Doddie Weir.

Scottish investment giant abrdn has sold its Focus Solutions software business and is said to be eyeing other potential disposals

A baroque fiddle believed to have been played by Robert Burns will be performed live on stage in the United States for the first time.

The site, on the shores of a famous Scottish loch, has been acquired for a luxury lodge development

A new digital-first Gaelic language production will be launched in Scotland after a joint agreement between BBC Alba and BBC Scotland.

There's not a ton of news right now, which isn't a big surprise considering the current challenges of making games. Instead we deep dive into our current games, with Jonathan, Josh, Kelley and Peter leading the charge. Anna Marie and Chris share hosting duties to wrap up this week's panel.

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