32 h. ago Scotland’s deficit grew by £5.1bn, Government estimate shows

The report said ‘public finances in Scotland weakening, as expenditure grew faster than revenue’.

Politics

66 h. ago Popular Portuguese holiday resort announces new ban on alcohol sales

The local mayor warned that futher measures could be introduced

Politics

6 d. ago Ibiza and Majorca alcohol ban rules for holidaymakers including fines of up to £2,600

The Balearic Islands government has extended a decree that bans the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public spaces in highly popular tourist areas in the region

Economics

6 d. ago Sports quiz of the week: heroes, villains, outcasts, legends and local rivals

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Politics

7 d. ago Oasis fan comments 'snobby' as council chiefs blasted ahead of Murrayfield gigs

Ian Murray MP has hit back at City of Edinburgh Council.

Politics

7 d. ago Scottish Secretary Ian Murray gives wealth tax verdict as deputy prime minister Angela Rayner pushes for move

The Scottish Secretary said a tax on the highest income earners would lead to ‘flight’ of wealthier people abroad.

Politics

7 d. ago Ian Murray: Banning alcohol at football but not rugby is 'classist and snobby'

Ian Murray, the Scottish Secretary, criticised existing rules during an appearance at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Sport

7 d. ago Edinburgh Council remarks about Oasis fans ‘snobby’, Scottish Secretary says

Ian Murray also described the ban on drinking alcohol at stadiums as ‘classist’.

Politics

8 d. ago The 11 biggest sporting prodigies ready to dominate the world and why you need to know about them: Lewis Hamilton's 14

Here, we list the next 10 great talents, across the globe and across sports - it's time to get to know them now, because they'll be household names before you know it.

Politics

8 d. ago Brewdog advert banned for suggesting alcohol can cure disappointment

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received one complaint about the advert

Events

8 d. ago Brewdog advert banned over suggestion alcohol is a remedy for disappointment

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received one complaint about the advert

Events

8 d. ago Brewdog ad banned for implying alcohol could overcome loneliness

Brewdog said it wouldn't run the ad again

Events

9 d. ago Beer giant’s advert that implied alcohol could cure boredom banned

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) received one complaint about the advert

Events

9 d. ago Brewdog ad banned for implying alcohol could overcome boredom and loneliness

The ad for the brewing firm’s Wingman beer, seen in May, featured the headline: ‘Brewdog. Always Got Your Back’.

Events

9 d. ago Bloodstock 2025: Your ultimate guide to this year’s festival, including banned items, weather & alcohol limits

Have the best possible time slamming into one another in the mosh pits with our guide to this weekend’s Bloodstock Open Air!

Events

1 week ago Scotland leading UK’s space race as Skyrora granted ‘milestone’ launch licence

“This launch licence isn’t just one giant leap for Skyrora - it’s a massive boost to the whole of Scotland and the wider UK’s space sector” – Scottish secretary Ian Murray

Politics

1 week ago Scottish space company gets launch licence but is still searching for a pad

Skyrora has been granted a launch licence for its suborbital rocket, Skylark.

Politics

3 w. ago Jack McConnell backs SPFL's alcohol trial scheme as 'long overdue' booze ban rethink

McConnell, Scotland's former first minister, said temporary scheme allowing pints to be sold at stadiums this month could usher in 'new era'.

Politics

3 w. ago Mum of boy calling for booze ban at kids football hits out at 'keyboard warriors'

EXCLUSIVE: Belinda Collins has hit back at the 'anonymous keyboard warriors' who accused her of 'putting words' in her sons mouth after he called for a ban on alcohol at his underage football tournaments

Events

3 w. ago Sports quiz of the week: Lions, the Open, the Tour and the first £1m player

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Sport