Scotland's schools were once the envy of the world but the SNP has allowed them to decline
in his regular column for the Record, Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar questions John Swinney's legacy from his time in charge of Scotland's education system.
Nicola Sturgeon claims she knows 'nothing more' about Operation Branchform probe
The former first minister said she is getting on with life 'as best I can' following her arrest in June 2023.
Scottish Labour losing most support to SNP among voters aged over-55
Keir Starmer's Government has faced a backlash among older voters since it was announced the Winter Fuel Payment would become means-tested.
Keir's fuel bill axe is helping the SNP 
Record View says the next Holyrood election could become a referendum on what Scots really think about Starmer’s government in a vote Labour could lose unless they turn things around - and fast.
Historic Bridge of Allan clock flattened after being hit by car placed in storage ahead of repair
Bridge of Allan's historic Paterson Memorial Clock was taken into the care of an Alloa restoration firm as it awaits repair after being knocked over by a car.
Number of patients per GP in Scotland increases by 15 per cent in decade
Scottish Labour analysis of GP workforce data has shown that there are now 227 more patients per GP than 11 years ago.
More than 1,300 same-sex marriages in Dumfries and Galloway since law changed in 2014
Edinburgh and Glasgow are the only council areas in Scotland that have seen more same-sex ceremonies in the past decade.
CCTV images released of man after Glasgow street attack as police launch appeal
"I would urge the man pictured, anyone who may recognise him or anyone who has information about this incident to contact us as soon as possible.”
Old Firm cup final disorder ‘completely and utterly unacceptable’, says John Swinney
Videos on social media have shown hundreds of fans running along Argyle Street in Glasgow ahead of the League Cup Final between Rangers and Celtic.
SNP Government blasted for fighting FOI request into Nicola Sturgeon's conduct
The Scottish Information Commissioner has criticised SNP ministers for trying to stop the legal advice they received from being released.
Children's hospice charity CHAS thanks Kevin Bridges for generous £20k donation
Iconic comedian Kevin Bridges made a difference in his home community in the run up to Christmas by throwing his support behind and handing over bumper donations to a host of local charities.
John Swinney urged to attempt 'terrifying' 100-mile journey faced by pregnant women in Highlands
"The First Minister needs to grasp just how terrifying these 100-mile journeys are for new mothers."
Walker's Shortbread stalwart Sir James Walker dies aged 80 as tributes paid to 'kind' man
For over 60 years, he dedicated his life to creating and building the iconic Walker’s brand across the world.
Scots gangster jailed for being 'key link' in gang of UK's 'biggest ever drugs conspiracy'
Sohail Qureshi was one of three men who was sent to jail after a long running National Crime Agency probe.
Man appears in court charged with attempted murder after death of James McMaster in Wishaw
Emergency services were called to the North Lanarkshire town's Maxton Crescent after receiving reports of a body being found.
Schoolboy, 13, arrested after 'knocking out' cop outside chip shop
Police raced to the scene after an unruly mob congregated outside the chippy.
Man in hospital after being struck by vehicle on busy Scots road
Police remain at the scene of the incident and ask locals to use alternative routes.
'Loud explosion' rocks street in Scots town as car bursts into flames
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were alerted to the incident just before 6pm tonight.
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