33 h. ago Dad blocked from moving into late mum's house where he grew up for one reason

Scott Alexander and wife Katie are appealing a council decision after they were refused a transfer to his late mother's home in Sutton Coldfield after her death in May

Politics

42 h. ago Scots rock legend died penniless in council flat after selling home for tax payments

The Glaswegian star achieved international fame in the 1970s as the lead singer of The Sweet but was performing shows at Butlins and struggling to make ends at the time of his death in 1997.

Economics

42 h. ago Labubu dolls: Moray Council seizes more than 100 fake Labubu toys deemed 'unsafe' for children

The fake soft toys were found to pose a chocking and suffocation risk to children

Politics

5 d. ago Russian missiles will not stop our support for Ukraine – the British Council’s vital work goes on | Scott McDonald

Our colleagues deliver educational and cultural programmes in some of the world’s most dangerous places. And they don’t give up when things get toughScott McDonald is chief executive of the British CouncilOn Wednesday night, our office in Kyiv was damaged in a Russian missile attack. It was a stark reminder of the risks that an organisation such as ours faces in conflict-affected areas. I was relieved to hear that all colleagues were safe and accounted for. One colleague was injured and admitted to hospital but thankfully he is in a stable condition.Working under such conditions around the world is challenging, and yet, time and again, our colleagues and partners demonstrate courage and commitment in carrying on despite the dangers. Their resilience is extraordinary. We are working to find ways to minimise disruption and continuing to support our team there.Scott McDonald is chief executive of the British Council Continue reading...

Events

5 d. ago Edinburgh council to launch probe after man found dead in City Chambers toilet

Sean Stephen lay undiscovered for days in locked toilet at Edinburgh City Chambers.

Events

6 d. ago Family snare callous carer on CCTV as she robs vulnerable couple in own home

Rita Mueti was struck off the register after a Scottish Social Services Council hearing.

Society

6 d. ago Wishaw, Shotts and Newmains businesses back Scotland Loves Local campaign

As part of this year’s Scotland Loves Local campaign, North Lanarkshire Council is highlighting the important role of local businesses and asking people to use them instead of shopping online or further afield.

Politics

6 d. ago Tory defects to Reform UK in further trouble for Kemi Badenoch

Nigel Farage has announced another Tory defection to Reform UK at a press conference in Scotland - it comes after a series of Tory politicians switched to his party

Events

6 d. ago Cut your Council Tax payment for next month without claiming a discount

Nearly half a million households in Scotland are receiving a Council Tax Reduction on their annual bill.

Economics

6 d. ago Social care worker struck off after allegedly making racist comments and physically taking hold of colleague

Mary Fraser received the ultimate sanction from the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) following complaints on her conduct while working in Wishaw and Stirling.

Transport

7 d. ago Gangster Ross McGill's "war council" unmasked as top crime lords behind Scotland's violence

An underworld source has revealed the men behind the feared Tamo Junto (TMJ) gang.

Events

7 d. ago Scots woman in tears after finding homemade 'crackpipe' in new council house

Charlie Henry, was horrified when a family friend found the homemade 'drug device' hidden in the cupboard under the sink.

Society

7 d. ago Residents encouraged to shop local and support businesses in North Lanarkshire

As part of this year’s Scotland Loves Local campaign, North Lanarkshire Council is highlighting the important role of local businesses and asking people to use them instead of shopping online or further afield.

Economics

7 d. ago Sir Billy Connolly to be celebrated as part of home city’s 850th birthday events

The Big Yin Weekend will take place on September 6 and 7.

Politics

8 d. ago Russell Findlay will not quit if Tories fall behind Reform as he breaks silence on second defection

Russell Findlay has insisted he will not quit if the Scottish Tories finish behind Reform at next ear’s election - stressing it will “take time” to win back public support.

Politics

1 week ago Scots council warning ahead of planned protest at asylum hotel

Perth and Kinross Council have asked protestors attending an anti-asylum hotel demonstration to treat "those seeking refuge, the same way they would hope to be treated".

Events

1 week ago North Lanarkshire Council encourages residents to shop local and support your town

As part of this year’s Scotland Loves Local campaign, North Lanarkshire Council is highlighting the important role of local businesses and asking people to use them instead of shopping online or further afield.

Politics

1 week ago Political leaders on Scottish council promise to 'defend right to peaceful protest'

Political leaders on a Scottish council have reaffirmed their commitment to being a "Council of Sanctuary"

Politics

1 week ago Former Scottish Labour Fife councillor joins Reform where her values ‘are most aligned’

Two councillors in Fife have now switched to Nigel Farage’s Reform party.

Politics

2 w. ago Check for Council Tax discount of up to £850 to help boost your bank balance

Nearly half a million households in Scotland are receiving a Council Tax Reduction on their annual bill.

Economics