18 h. ago Scots mosque 'attacked with metal pole' with children inside as man charged

The incident happened on Wednesday, September 24, at Masjid Yusuf in Glasgow, leaving chidlren and families "distressed".

Events

38 h. ago Airdrie dad on sex offenders' register after twice being caught in online grooming stings

The town's sheriff court heard that Scott Crossan, 43, sent naked photos to adults pretending to be children.

Events

64 h. ago Irvine's Scottish Maritime Museum announces children's workshops for upcoming school break

Museum will host free 'make and take' art drop-ins as well as a special children's drama workshop with author Maura McRobbie

Economics

4 d. ago “Scotland’s biggest” Bike Bus brings benefits to Winchburgh children

Sarah Jurgenson and Sarah Manning have successfully run since April the two-wheeled convoy each Friday through Winchburgh, helping 30-40 children and around 30 parents make their way to both Winchburgh Primary School and Hawkhill Primary School.

Transport

4 d. ago BBC Radio 2's Rylan Clark admits 'we were all worried' as he supports co

Sara Cox will be running 135 miles from Kielder Forest in Scotland to Pudsey in Leeds for BBC Children in Need

Politics

1 week ago Scots kids can ride the railway for a quid this September weekend

With ScotRail Kids for a Quid tickets, up to four children can travel for just £1 return each when accompanied by a fare-paying adult.

Politics

1 week ago Scots children trapped in temporary accommodation for over three years under SNP Government

The figures have led to criticism of John Swinney's Scottish Government.

Politics

2 w. ago Parents, pensioners and disabled people due up to £305 before end of this year

More than half a million children and families in Scotland received cash help for heating bills last year.

Economics

2 w. ago Scottish homes: Miss Hoolie's Balamory home for sale as real owner reminisces on BBC series

Balamory was a big hit for children all across Scotland.

Politics

2 w. ago 'Deep sadness' as Scottish Autism specialist school for children announces closure

Scottish Autism has announced the closure of New Struan school for children with autism, citing falling roll numbers.

Politics

2 w. ago 'Deep sadness' as Scottish school for autistic children announces closure

The New Struan School in Clackmannanshire, Scotland, has announced it will close in June 2026 after a 'gradual decline in referrals over the past decade'.

Politics

2 w. ago Scottish property: 'Miss Hoolie's house' from Balamory for sale as owner reminisces on beloved BBC series

Balamory was a hit for children all across Scotland when it first aired in 2002.

Society

2 w. ago Number of Scots children living in temporary accommodation remains over 10,000

The SNP Government has been dogged by criticism over its record on homelessness.

Politics

3 w. ago Inverclyde fun run branded a 'farce' as children end up running on 60mph road after route mix up

Youngsters aged between five and 15 ended up on the B-road after being directed the wrong way.

Politics

3 w. ago Scotland’s Children’s Commissioner hails conference as a space to ‘take action and make meaningful change’

Scotland’s Children and Young People’s Commissioner, Nicola Killean, is confirmed as the Chair ahead of the Kibble Annual Conference this November.

Events

3 w. ago Ayrshire woman raises £500 for charity in supermarket sweep challenge

Adele Chester raised more than £500 for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) through Aldi's Supermarket Sweep challenge

Economics

3 w. ago Pensioner abused kids at Scots children's home 50 years ago, court rules

John Porteous targeted the victims between 1966 and 1972 while working as a houseparent.

Events

3 w. ago Appeal launched for panel members for Dumfries and Galloway children's hearings

Children’s Hearings Scotland is looking for volunteers who want to make a positive impact on the lives of young people.

Politics

3 w. ago South Lanarkshire volunteers wanted to join Children's Panel

Applications are open until October 6 with Children's Hearings Scotland aiming to increase capacity in the area

Politics

3 w. ago Scottish cemetery visitors issued warning after children drink alcohol left at graves

The public are being asked not to leave cans or bottles of alcohol on gravestones.

Events