4 d. ago North Lanarkshire community safety strategy to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour

The plan, which runs from 2025 to 2030, focuses on reducing crime, tackling antisocial behaviour, improving road safety, and addressing the impact of drugs and alcohol in communities.

Events

4 d. ago Spring Statement 2025: What it means for Scotland in 6 points

Chancellor Rachel Reeves had moved to alleviate fears cuts could be coming to Scotland’s public services by vowing day-to-day and capital funding will be protected.

Politics

5 d. ago Road Safety Roadshows raise funds for Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance

A series of Motorcycle Road Safety Roadshows were held in 5 Scottish cities in February. The Roadshows, organised by Motorcycle Law Scotland, brought together stakeholders across the motorcycle community to provide valuable advice and information – all with the aim of reducing the number of motorcycling casualties on Scotland’s roads.

Politics

6 d. ago Greenock community celebrates Scotland Day with food, music and friendship

Greenock’s Compassionate Inverclyde hub hosted a Scotland Day event, celebrating a £1,750 funding boost with traditional food, music, and community spirit.

Culture

6 d. ago John Swinney warns Chancellor's spending cuts poised to be 'very damaging' for Scotland's NHS

The First Minister has issued a warning about cuts at Westminster impacting on health and public services funding in Scotland.

Events

6 d. ago Fears asylum seekers will be involved in fatal road accident near Scots town unless safety improved

There are 'serious road safety concerns' due to people staying at The Mercure Hotel on the outskirts of Dumfries walking along the busy A710.

Events

7 d. ago Hammersmith and Fulham Council under fire as own report warns road changes put cyclists at risk

Hammersmith and Fulham under fire over road changes that its own reports say endanger cyclists.

Events

1 week ago Nicola Sturgeon no longer under investigation over SNP fraud claims

Police Scotland says former first minister not charged in party funding inquiry as husband appears in court for embezzlementNicola Sturgeon is no longer under investigation as part of the police case looking into alleged mishandling of Scottish National party funds.Police Scotland said the former Scottish first minister would not face any charges after her former husband, Peter Murrell, appeared for a private hearing at Edinburgh sheriff court on a single charge of embezzlement on Thursday. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Tremendous trio gear up for London Marathon to raise funds for Barnardo's Scotland

Three raring-to-go runners are training hard ahead of this year’s London Marathon in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for the country’s leading children’s charity.

Politics

2 w. ago AI cameras are catching out thousands of UK drivers amid surge in speeding prosecutions

Confused.com car insurance expert Rhydian Jones said: "The hope is that this will really help to crack down on drivers who risk the safety of themselves and other road users"

Politics

2 w. ago Labour VAT raid on private school fees forces Scotland's largest private school which charges up to £20,000 a year to launch fundraising appeal

George Watson's College in Edinburgh said 50 pupils had either left or opted not to join at the beginning of the 2024-25 year.

Economics

2 w. ago Plan to convert Victorian cotton mill into flats thrown out due to lack of parking

The council said the development would 'be detrimental to the free flow of traffic and road safety'

Politics

2 w. ago Aldi’s Scottish Sport Fund gives Lanarkshire sports clubs chance to win share of £50,000 in funding

The past decade has seen Aldi Scotland support over 650 clubs across Scotland, giving away almost £500,000, with the fund improving community access to sport across the country.

Economics

2 w. ago More than 90 south west Scotland motorists put lives at risk with 'reckless' roadworks driving

Drivers are being warned that ignoring safety rules could lead to deaths, road bans and hefty fines.

Transport

2 w. ago Bannatyne Health Clubs in Scotland launch fundraising week for Operation Smile

Bannatyne health clubs across Scotland are gearing up for an exciting week of fundraising activities in support of Operation Smile, a global charity that provides life-changing cleft surgery for children in need.

Society

3 w. ago Scotland's university funding crisis is yet another reason why SNP must reconsider universal benefits

The theoretical right to free higher education will be seriously undermined if universities are forced to scrap courses or if they go out of business

Events

3 w. ago Winning designs by local school children aim to slow traffic in Winchburgh

As part of Road Safety Week at the end of last year, Taylor Wimpey East Scotland challenged primary seven pupils of Winchburgh Primary School to design road signs to encourage drivers to drive safely throughout its local development.

Politics

3 w. ago Brit tourists driving in Spain issued £334 warning as new red lines appear

Spanish authorities have introduced a new road marking to enhance road safety, but British and other tourists could face heavy fines if they are caught breaking the new law of the road

Events

last month Revealed: Moving pedestrian crossing 50 yards down Streatham High Road cost almost £1m

Liberal Democrats say the safety scheme’s ‘eye-watering’ cost suggests ‘something has surely gone wrong’

Economics