Writing in the Daily Record, energy minister Michael Shanks says the Mineworkers' Pension Scheme is victory for all those who helped heat our country.

But many will be wondering why this situation arose in the first place.

The move was backed by councillors back in September as part of a measure to save costs.

New figures released by Public Health Scotland also show the number of people who have seen an NHS dentist has fallen by around 2,000 in the past three months.

Wheatley Homes South are pushing on with their plans to develop Catherinefield Farm by building almost 300 homes.

Letter to Pete Wishart from Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Local Growth suggested Perth’s £5m award will be withdrawn.

Financial shortfalls prompted closure of school after investor pulled out of funding deal.

The former first minister said it was an "enormous pleasure" to meet the Celtic legend on Thursday night.

Stuart Cossar from Dumfries was speaking as he received an MBE at Buckingham Palace for his work on the inquiry and his support to the bereaved families.

Richard Rice said Reform would vote for Anas Sarwar to become First Minister rather than John Swinney.

Taking to social media, police confirmed on Friday November 22 they were executing investigations following concerns from locals

The Unison union has ended its dispute with the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities after accepting a revised pay offer.

Heidi Alexander had been courts minister since July and is a previous Deputy London Mayor for Transport.

EXCLUSIVE: The survey said people in Scotland back free prescriptions, free university tuition, the Scottish Child Payment and ScotRail being publicly-owned.

Liam McArthur said he was "delighted" at the Westminster bill passing and is "confident" Holyrood will do the same.

Big-hearted Dumfries Lions Club handed out early Christmas gifts

Bee project appeal for the Dumfries Veterans Garden would benefit the community and help PTSD sufferers

Perthshire North MSP Mr Swinney said the project "represents a significant investment in the future of our young people."