6 h. ago Fireworks light up the sky from Australia to Aberdeen as world welcomes new year

Thousands have already gathered in Edinburgh to mark the city’s official Hogmanay celebrations.

Events

26 h. ago New council houses to be built for asylum seekers in push to end use of hotels

Around 200 local authorities are interested in a Government scheme funding the building of new council houses for asylum seekers.

Society

43 h. ago Scots warned over common Hogmanay practice which could land you with £1,000 fine

Hogmanay is one of the biggest nights of year for celebrations in Scotland and fireworks are often used to mark the occasion

Events

3 d. ago How the Highlands is 'thinking outside the box' to bring services to the people

Council leaders have had to do things differently to bring public services to the projected increase in people moving to the Highlands for work.

Sport

6 d. ago What happened next: the Oasis comeback – and how it transformed a hill in Manchester

When the band played their homecoming shows, the city council attempted to discourage ticketless fans from an area that became known as ‘Gallagher Hill’. But, realistically, nothing could keep them away ...‘If you lot are listening on the hill Bring It on Down,” Liam Gallagher said from the stage, dedicating the Oasis track to ticketless fans who had gathered in Heaton Park. When the band played their run of Manchester homecoming shows in July, an estimated 10,000 people made their way to what became known as “Gallagher Hill” over the five-night run.The Manchester shows were the only UK gigs that took place in a public space, as opposed to stadiums. Manchester city council had warned those without tickets to stay away, going so far as to erect another fence to block the view when word began to spread that people were gathering. But all attempts to discourage them were futile, as word about the “electric” atmosphere spread on social media. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago People aren't happy about plans to open new Lidl store in 'unsuitable' location on edge of town

The proposals for a store at New Hedges have received 89% public support but face community council opposition

Politics

1 week ago Heathrow taxis plaguing local communities hit with blitz of 6,250 parking fines

Hillingdon Council imposed a Public Spaces Protection Order to stop taxis and private hire vehicles waiting in local streets before picking up customers from the airport

Events

1 week ago 'Heartbroken and horrified' WRU council member goes public on real reason for quitting

Anthony Buchanan resigned from his role in a WRU council meeting earlier this week

Politics

2 w. ago Renfrewshire Council to look into possibility of installing CCTV in parks and public spaces amid mounting safety concern

Cross-party work to take place as local authority prepares to consider costs and practicalities involved.

Politics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council launches public consultation on new Local Transport Strategy

A first stage consultation was carried out between November 2024 and February 2025, with the feedback used to create a draft strategy.

Politics

2 w. ago Bondi Beach: Scottish man working at Bondi Beach thought gunshots were 'fireworks' before hearing screams

He was working at an open-air cinema when the shooting began.

Events

3 w. ago Calls for 'silent fireworks' at Scots council public displays

Highland Council will be asked to vote this week on a motion to use "silent fireworks" at future council-run displays.

Events

3 w. ago 'Salford council should tell us what they're spending, it's our money'

Residents are demanding the council shares how it spends public money using purchase cards.

Economics