The First Minister hailed Stephen Flynn as a "great star" of the SNP despite a backlash from some in the party towards its Westminster leader.

The First Minister told MSPs he was "actively pursuing an option to maintain the refining capacity at Grangemouth".

EXCLUSIVE: Russell Findlay has been condemned after the Government provided funding for Malawi, Rwanda and Zambia.

The young - and not-so-young - have joined in free workshops to light the way in a lantern parade for Annan's forthcoming Christmas festival

The annual toy appeal continues to go from strength to strength with every Christmas event.

Westminster trip to deter changes to tax measures

New report shows population of people caring for family or friends in need is on the rise

Saturday's Lockerbie to Dumfries tractor and truck run is dedicated to Carolyne Muir who dies earlier this year

Westland Lynx AH7 arrives at Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum which hopes to raise £10,000 for its ambitious plans

A 33-year-old has been charged with murder and wilful fire raising

Flynn who represents Aberdeen South in the House of Commons has rowed back on his plan to stand for Holyrood in 2026.

An 18-year-old man has been charged in connection with a road traffic offence following the death of Roy Bannerman in March.

Prince Andrew has been handed a lifeline in his row over Frogmore Cottage, after an anonymous benefactor offered to pay £3m towards his living costs every year

All community volunteer-run galas, riding of the marches, shows, charity events and fundraisers will be 'risk assessed' in 2025

First Minister and Perthshire MSP John Swinney will also speak at an event launching Perth and Kinross 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

Anas Sarwar insisted his party would stand up for Scotland's biggest city after returning three new councillors to the City Chambers.