2 h. ago More people in work set to pay higher rate of tax in Scotland next year

Experts say one in four workers in Scotland will pay higher rate of tax next year.

Economics

31 h. ago Scottish Budget: The truth behind the SNP's big claim about income tax

Don’t be fooled into thinking that Scotland is a low-tax country by talk of 55 per cent of people paying less than those south of the border

Economics

44 h. ago Tax cut for lower earners in Scotland as richest set to pay more for homes

Two of the three lowest tax brackets will increase by 7.4%.

Economics

45 h. ago Secrets of John Rooney's glow up: Macclesfield Town manager was once a twin of his older brother Wayne

When John Rooney flashed his smile after Macclesfield's FA Cup giant-killing against Crystal Palace, some people were more amazed by his set of gnashers than his managerial heroics.

Society

46 h. ago Private jet tax to be introduced in Scotland as millionaires told 'pay a fair share for privilege'

The Scottish Greens and other environmental campaigners have long called for a tax on the kind of small jets regularly used by stars like Taylor Swift.

Economics

55 h. ago Higher tax has not delivered better public services, say half of Scots

A poll by Survation found just 27 per cent believe the level of personal tax in Scotland provides value for money

Politics

69 h. ago State Pension age changes set to delay retirement payments for millions of people

The State Pension age is set to start rising from from April

Economics

2 d. ago Switzerland resort where 40 people died in ski bar fire set to stage 2038 Winter Olympics

Crans-Montana, the site of the tragedy on December 31, has been earmarked to host the Alpine skiing competitions

Events

3 d. ago Scottish Budget: How a zero income tax rate for Scotland's young entrepreneurs would create thousands of jobs

Scotland’s economy is flat-lining but there is a way to kickstart a job-creating business revolution

Economics

5 d. ago King Charles seeking to hire two maids at Scots royal residence for £12.60 an hour

The Palace have uploaded job vacancies for two housekeeper positions at the Palace of Holyroodhouse with a pay lower than Scotland's 2026 minimum wage rate.

Economics

7 d. ago New football tournament for young people in West Lothian set to be launched

The tournament, which is open to S1 and S2 West Lothian school pupils, is the brainchild of Tyler Huxford who runs the Goalden Coaching Academy.

Politics

7 d. ago Dentists warn popular New Year's resolution could seriously damage your teeth

Many people set New Year's resolutions for the year ahead and 2026 looks to be no different but one dentist has warned a popular option could lead to yellow or damaged teeth

Events

7 d. ago Brit who sold ‘suicide’ drug online for £100 then posted it across UK is jailed after two people took own lives

A BRIT "predator" who sold a "suicide" drug online for £100 has been jailed after two people took their own life. Miles Cross, 33, set up a business selling the poison via a web forum and interacted under a pseudonym. He shared a QR code that allowed four people to buy the chemical directly, which...

Events

8 d. ago The moment a sparkler almost set Swiss bar on fire six years before inferno killed 40 people at the same venue

'Watch out for the foam, watch out for the foam,' the waiter can he heard shouting, as a sparkler in a bottle approaches the ceiling dangerously.

Events

1 week ago Paris court to rule in case involving alleged cyberbullying of Brigitte Macron

A Paris court is set to rule in a case involving 10 people accused of cyberbullying French first lady Brigitte Macron

Politics

1 week ago Horror new Swiss ski resort fire photos show exact moment sparklers start blaze

Horrific footage taken inside the Le Constellation bar shows the moment a sparkler appears to set the ceiling on fire, and people desperately trying to put out the ensuing flames

Events

1 week ago State Pension age set to rise in April for people born in specific years

The State Pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.

Politics

1 week ago Date confirmed for contactless payment change plans for Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Aldi, Asda

Banks and card providers will be given the power to set unlimited amounts for people at the tills

Economics

1 week ago Check for Council Tax discount and possible refund of over £900 this year

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

Economics

2 w. ago Edinburgh Hogmanay: 17 great pictures as people prepare to party in Princes Street to welcome 2026

Thousands of people are set to party the night away in Princes Street as Edinburgh welcomes in 2026.

Politics