5 h. ago Scots councils spend £100m on homeless hostels and B&Bs over one year

The "shameful" use of bed and breakfasts and hostels has seen spending by local authorities rise by over 100% over three years.

Economics

27 h. ago Parents' fury as councillors vote to let pupils use mobile phones in the classroom

Parents have said they are furious at East Dunbartonshire’s councillors voting to allow mobile phones in classrooms.

Politics

40 h. ago Special meeting of Falkirk Council called in wake of controversial social care decision

Councilor Brian McCabe says changes that will affect councillors' wards should be made clearly.

Politics

3 d. ago Clean energy developer Invenergy receives local council backing for Pencloe Wind Farm extension

Invenergy, one of the world’s largest privately held developers, owners, and operators of clean energy solutions, has received support from East Ayshire Council for the proposed extension to its Pencloe Wind Farm.

Events

3 d. ago Watchdog slams £1m golden goodbye payments for former council officials

Audit Scotland also said the absence of scrutiny by Glasgow council over the payments was "deeply concerning".

Economics

3 d. ago ‘Lost tribe’ living in Scottish woods ‘attacked with rocks by angry locals’

Councillor claims the tribe is presenting ‘ludicrous’ claims to ownership of Scottish land but has urged locals not to attempt to evict the ‘tribe’ through force

Events

4 d. ago Readers' Letters: Edinburgh City Council could solved Swinney's cash problems

A reader has advice for John Swinney as he stares into a financial black hole

Politics

4 d. ago Readers' Letters: Edinburgh City Council could solve Swinney's cash problems

A reader has advice for John Swinney as he stares into a financial black hole

Politics

4 d. ago Parents warned to check if kids are eligible for up to £200 school uniform support

There are 22 councils in England on top of those in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland that offer parents big sums to pay for the end-of-summer expense. Parents have been urged to check if they are eligible

Events

4 d. ago 'African tribe' living in Scots woods confronted by angry neighbours as tensions explode

A Scottish Borders Councillor called for calm from residents after footage was posted on TikTok showing locals confronting the tribe.

Events

5 d. ago Dad blocked from moving into late mum's house where he grew up for one reason

Scott Alexander and wife Katie are appealing a council decision after they were refused a transfer to his late mother's home in Sutton Coldfield after her death in May

Politics

5 d. ago Scots rock legend died penniless in council flat after selling home for tax payments

The Glaswegian star achieved international fame in the 1970s as the lead singer of The Sweet but was performing shows at Butlins and struggling to make ends at the time of his death in 1997.

Economics

5 d. ago Labubu dolls: Moray Council seizes more than 100 fake Labubu toys deemed 'unsafe' for children

The fake soft toys were found to pose a chocking and suffocation risk to children

Politics

9 d. ago Russian missiles will not stop our support for Ukraine – the British Council’s vital work goes on | Scott McDonald

Our colleagues deliver educational and cultural programmes in some of the world’s most dangerous places. And they don’t give up when things get toughScott McDonald is chief executive of the British CouncilOn Wednesday night, our office in Kyiv was damaged in a Russian missile attack. It was a stark reminder of the risks that an organisation such as ours faces in conflict-affected areas. I was relieved to hear that all colleagues were safe and accounted for. One colleague was injured and admitted to hospital but thankfully he is in a stable condition.Working under such conditions around the world is challenging, and yet, time and again, our colleagues and partners demonstrate courage and commitment in carrying on despite the dangers. Their resilience is extraordinary. We are working to find ways to minimise disruption and continuing to support our team there.Scott McDonald is chief executive of the British Council Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago Edinburgh council to launch probe after man found dead in City Chambers toilet

Sean Stephen lay undiscovered for days in locked toilet at Edinburgh City Chambers.

Events

9 d. ago Glasgow councillor at centre of 'white racism' row joins Reform

Audrey Dempsey will become the party’s second councillor in Glasgow

Events

9 d. ago Falkirk councillor demands emergency meeting over social care decisions

Councillor Brian McCabe has been told the council cannot challenge Falkirk Integration Joint Board's decision to make changes at a housing with care complex in his ward

Politics

1 week ago Family snare callous carer on CCTV as she robs vulnerable couple in own home

Rita Mueti was struck off the register after a Scottish Social Services Council hearing.

Society

1 week ago Wishaw, Shotts and Newmains businesses back Scotland Loves Local campaign

As part of this year’s Scotland Loves Local campaign, North Lanarkshire Council is highlighting the important role of local businesses and asking people to use them instead of shopping online or further afield.

Politics

1 week ago Renfrewshire shortlisted for council of the year at UK awards

Renfrewshire is one of eight local authorities from across the UK nominated for the top award, and one of three Scottish councils in the running.

Events