2 hours ago St Andrew’s Day 2024: Who is Saint Andrew and why does Scotland celebrate him?

Every year, Scots worldwide celebrate their patron saint, Saint Andrew, but some of us may not know who he is or why he is important to Scotland.

Politics

3 hours ago Canadian hiker lost in national park found alive after five weeks after surviving

The young adventurer was found with two walking sticks and his ripped-up sleeping bag strapped to his legs for warmth

Events

7 hours ago The Scottish rule change that would be a game changer for asylum seekers

The Home Office has been urged to back at Scottish Government pilot to lift restrictions on asylum seekers’ right to work.

Events

7 hours ago Scottish Greens urge SNP to scrap road dualling project and focus on public transport

SNP’s former coalition partner says plans will be too costly and hinder bid to hit emissions targets

Politics

7 hours ago Referendum over Scottish national park plan binned as independent review demanded

MSP Fergus Ewing claimed no independent analysis of Scotland’s national park performance and local opinion had taken place

Politics

18 hours ago Family slammed for 'loud' hot tub parties and helicopter landings since buying £1.5m hotel

Angry neighbours claim a family turned their quiet village in the National Park to a theme park through hot tub parties and helicopters landing on makeshift helipads

Economics

22 hours ago Kirk minister urges MSPs to inspire people with 'hope' of better days ahead

A Church of Scotland minister has urged members of the Scottish Parliament to lead with a vision of hope that "inspires people to come together".

Politics

30 hours ago Why SNP has been told to 'begin changing course' and end tax divergence with UK

John Swinney and Shona Robison have been urged to close the tax gap between Scotland and the rest of the UK.

Politics