4 h. ago Community set on buying 'Burke and Hare' kirk 'disgusted' by Church of Scotland's sale process

The community had plans to turn the Midlothian property in a multi-purpose community centre with a cafe, nursery facilities and history tours.

Economics

19 h. ago Church of Scotland launches new apprenticeship ministry scheme

The Church of Scotland has launched a new apprenticeship scheme to help encourage the next generation of faith leaders.

Politics

3 d. ago Nigel Farage criticised by senior Church of England bishop after chaotic Scotland visit

Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell said the Reform UK leader, who has promised mass deportations, was not offering a solution to the “big issues” driving people to risk the English Channel crossing.

Politics

6 d. ago Is the Church of Scotland 'circling the wagons' as it tries to balance its books?

With the Kirk’s finances at ‘tipping point’, what will be the long-term cost of short-term savings?

Politics

9 d. ago Chelsea to take summer sales to staggering £270m as duo join Borussia Dortmund

Carney Chukwuemeka and Aaron Anselmino are set to join Borussia Dortmund as Chelsea look to balance their transfer books with eight days to go in the summer window

Economics

2 w. ago Cutting school transport for disabled kids is a cruel way to balance the books

Record View says cutting services cannot mean vulnerable youngsters being left ­abandoned by the education system.

Culture

2 w. ago Readers' letters: The Kirk may be dying, but the need for faith remains

A retired minister has little faith in the future of the Church of Scotland but believes people still need something to believe in

Events

3 w. ago Church of Scotland sale row intensifies with communities only given weeks to bid

In the last three years, the Church has sold 31 church and hall properties to local groups, but communities across Scotland say they continue to feel betrayed by the sale process.

Politics

3 w. ago 'Spiritual lift' for wheelchair user Church of Scotland minister

A wheelchair user minster has been given a spiritual lift in more ways than one.

Politics

3 w. ago Tiny Bookshop review – a truly cosy escape made with readers in mind

PC; Neoludic GamesReal titles from Shakespeare to John Green line the shelves of your seaside shop in a rhythmic, mellow management simulator worth relaxing intoIt is a rare thing in my experience that a resource management simulator, set in a retail or service environment, can strike the precise tone and pace that manages to evoke both interest and relaxation. As a player who previously worked as a bookseller, and currently is a novelist, I am poised to be extremely stressed out by a game set in a mobile bookshop. However, Tiny Bookshop is crafted with such care and balance that I found myself losing hours to the gentle pace and tiny puzzles and sheer escapism of the world it presents.The setup is simple, and one that is common to many games in the post Stardew Valley era of “cosy” games. You throw in your old life and open a shop selling tiny things you are passionate about to a bustling little community full of interesting characters who you progressively develop relationships wi...

Politics

3 w. ago Historic church with pulpit and stained glass windows on sale for £150k as 'family home'

The Roxburgh Church in Kelso, Scotland, is said to be a 'wonderful find for those ready to start their renovation journey' with plans to transform it into a family home

Economics

3 w. ago Richard Osman reveals how game shows STOP contestants from winning big money jackpots as broadcasters battle to balance the books

The 54-year-old has been the face of a number of programmes including the likes of BBC 's Pointless, Richard Osman's House of Games and Two Tribes.

Culture

4 w. ago Rachel Reeves needs to put up taxes to cover £40bn deficit, thinktank says

NIESR suggests a rise of 5p in the pound on basic and higher rate of income tax would fill the budget gap Rachel Reeves will need to raise taxes to close a government spending gap that is on course to reach more than £40bn after a slowdown in economic growth and higher-than-expected inflation, according to a leading thinktank.In a blow to Labour’s hopes of balancing the books without breaking manifesto commitments ruling out personal tax rises, the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) said a number of factors would knock off course the chancellor’s plans to stay within Whitehall spending limits. Continue reading...

Economics

4 w. ago Chelsea in talks over triple deal as fire sale continues amid Xavi Simons move

Blues are ramping up a summer clear-out to balance the books

Economics