Stuart Hogg misses court appearance ahead of domestic abuse trial
The 32-year-old denies offences against his ex-wife, Gillian Hogg, including allegedly engaging in a course of conduct that caused her "fear and alarm" over seven years, between 2017 and 2024.
John Swinney says he is still ‘wrestling’ with view on assisted dying
The First Minister said he had not come to a “final view” on whether Scots should have the right to end their life.
West Lothian garden centre handing out free Christmas trees to schools
The aim is for nurseries and schools to have a real Christmas tree that they can decorate for the festive season
Stirling Council asks public to make their feelings known on next "difficult" budget
The council must plug its budget gap in 2025-26 despite making up a shortfall that eventually amounted to more than £18 million in the current financial year.
Police Scotland staff to be balloted on pay offer with recommendation to reject
Unison said the Scottish Police Authority's offer of a 4.75% rise on pay and allowances "falls short" of this year's pay claim.
Dumfries and Galloway Council social work bosses bracing themselves for staff exodus
A significant number workers who run adult services, housing options, and homelessness services for the region are nearing retirement age
Murder probe launched after death of man in Scots community centre as cops make arrest
One man was found dead and another was found injured after an incident in a community centre on Monday.
BBC star Colin Chapman dead at 87 as colleagues pay emotional tribute
Broadcaster Colin Chapman has died at the age of 87, with the legendary journalist's colleagues paying tribute to him following the sad news of his death.
Woman dies in Nottingham after being struck by bus at high-risk city junction
A woman has died after being hit by a bus in Nottingham city centre, police have confirmed, with a huge cordon in place and forensic investigators on the scene
Trade unionist booted by Labour over 'racist' tweets storm resigns from NHS board
A local branch of Unison said Wilma Brown had resigned from her role.
Alex Salmond funeral date named after sudden death of former First Minister
The private funeral for family members and friends will take place at the end of October.
Man arrested over spate of house breakings and thefts in West Lothian and beyond
The man has been charged in connection with a number of offences, including 13 housebreakings, four attempted housebreakings and five vehicle thefts
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