Clyde shipbuilding welding centre back on track after UK funds pledge

The facility beside the Clyde had been in doubt because of an SNP ban on providing public funds for munitions.

Police bid to trace group after car park rape near Loch Lomond

Officers want to trace people who spoke to the 32-year-old woman after the incident on Saturday.

'It's hard when fans turn' - Martin needs 'big run'

Kevin Thomson admits he feels "really sorry" for Rangers head coach Russell Martin and the "humanity" of a situation the...

Two arrested over death of man in Airdrie

Kevin Samuel Bowman, 30 died following a disturbance in Airdrie in the early hours of 18 September.

Judge says four years jail for M8 crash 'may seem inadequate'

Dylan Hood was high on cocaine and had been driving at 134mph just before the three-car collision

Police investigate pole thrown through mosque window

A pole was thrown through a window while children were inside the building. in Clarkston on Wednesday.

Ayrshire neighbours in one of football's fiercest rivalries

The needle off the pitch clearly never ends. The needle on it should be quite the sight to behold. Friday's meeting could be a wee bit t...

Missing ashes: 70 people contact police in funeral fraud probe

Officers are investigating the former A Milne funeral directors in Glasgow and Dumbarton.

Anti-abortion campaigner arrested for second time

Rose Docherty was holding a sign outside the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.

Former Lib Dem leader Menzies Campbell dies aged 84

Campbell led the Liberal Democrats from 2006 to 2007 and was the MP for North East Fife at Westminster for 28 years.

Man arrested for alleged rape in Glasgow city centre

Emergency services went to Anchor Lane early on Thursday morning.

Ayrshire neighbours in one of football's fiercest rivalries

The needle off the pitch clearly never ends. The needle on it should be quite the sight to behold. Friday's meeting could be a wee bit t...

Man appears in court after death of woman in Newmilns

Sam Kelly appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Thursday facing a single charge of murder.

Footballer Shaun Rooney cleared of attacking teenager

The 29-year-old was accused of attacking an 18-year-old in Glasgow last year.

Celtic face storied Red Star in Europa opener

Like Celtic, Red Star are a club desperate to shine brightly on the continental stage once more, writes BBC Scotland commentator Liam McLeod...

Man murdered young bus driver by crashing van in suicide attempt

Gordon Stirling died and two passengers were hurt following the crash on the A77 on 14 August 2023.

Where are Britain's worst major train stations for cancellations?

Figures show around one in 13 scheduled stops at City Thameslink were cancelled over the past year.

Hotel attacker made threats day before stabbing six people

Badreddin Abdalla Adam Bosh, 28, attacked his victims at the Park Inn in Glasgow city centre on 26 June 2020.

Woman's body found after River Leven search

The 47-year old woman has been formally identified and her next of kin has been made aware.

Royal Regiment of Scotland granted freedom of Argyll & Bute

More than 100 soldiers marched through Lochgilphead town centre, with bayonets fixed and colours flying.

Ferguson on music, memory and dementia projects

Former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson tells BBC Breakfast about his love of music and work with dementia charities.

Glasgow University student affected by Gazan family travel rules

Some students say they will have to give up their university places rather than leave family in Gaza.

AI industrial park in Irvine 'could bring £15bn investment'

A UK-based company announces plan to create one of Europe's largest artificial intelligence infrastructure hubs at a site in North Ayrsh...

Take That to bring Circus Live tour to Glasgow

They will perform 11 shows during their UK and Ireland tour, including two homecoming gigs in Manchester.

Can food markets help tackle Glasgow's obesity crisis?

A £1mproject will examine why many Glaswegians suffer from a poor diet limited in fruit, vegetables and high fibre foods.

Ferguson on music, memory and dementia projects

Former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson tells BBC Breakfast about his love of music and work with dementia charities.

'I want a bit of The Slosh put into one of my Strictly dances'

LA-based showbiz presenter Ross King says he wants to get some Scottish elements into his dance routines.

'Forgotten' royal castle uncovered on Scottish island

Archaeologists say the fortress was owned by ancestors of Scotland's medieval Lord of the Isles.

Man dies and another in hospital after disturbance at house

A 30-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene in Hamilton Drive in Airdrie.

Family reunited with missing cat after nine years

Fran Henriquez received a phone call from the SSPCA saying they had found tabby cat George, who she assumed had died years ago.

Plane paint protest risked disaster, trial told

Two Just Stop Oil activists are on trial after aircraft at Stansted Airport were targeted.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Cheating scandal rocks world stone skimming championships

Several competitors on the Scottish island of Easdale used stones that were ground down to be perfectly circular.

How can the Ferguson shipyard have a future?

Scottish shipbuilding is enjoying a renaissance, but will the small shipyard at the centre of Scotland's ferries saga be a part of it?

Mobile drug consumption units could be introduced in Scotland

The Scottish Affairs Committee found smaller mobile facilities could be more cost-effective, while reaching a greater number of drug users.

M&D's theme park owners to run Glasgow's Christmas events

George Square, which usually hosts the Christmas lights switch-on and a market, is currently closed for refurbishment.

Scotland's housing emergency 'getting worse', expert warns

John Mills, head of housing at Fife Council, said demand had soared since the Covid pandemic due to the number of relationship breakdowns.

Campaigners call for direct award of ferry to Ferguson shipyard

Community leaders and politicians write to the first minister, urging him to ensure a replacement for MV Lord of the Isles is built in Scotl...

Mum makes history by completing 'world's toughest triathlon'

Lyndsey Blair crossed the Paris finish line of the "world's toughest triathlon" more than 95 hours after she set off from Lond...

'Rodgers & Celtic bring board relief but fan unrest remains'

Celtic's board will hope a series of wins will reduce the pressure on them but the anger has not subsided, despite victory in Kilmarnock...

Has Martin lost backing to turn Rangers around?

BBC Scotland looks at the crisis facing Rangers head coach Russell Martin following defeat by Hearts.

Rock band Franz Ferdinand sponsor youth football team

Symington Tinto 2014s picked up the backing of the Scottish group, thanks to a friendship between a club coach and bassist Bob Hardy.

RuPaul's Drag Race UK: Michelle McManus 'honoured' to appear

The Glasgow singer and radio host will be a special guest on an upcoming edition of the popular show.

No inspections were carried out at cruelty claim children's unit

No official body had the power to inspect Scotland's biggest children's psychiatric hospital until earlier this year.

Rock band Franz Ferdinand sponsor youth football team

Symington Tinto 2014s picked up the backing of the Scottish group, thanks to a friendship between a club coach and bassist Bob Hardy.

Council sends letter to locals about removing flags

Renfrewshire Council says it made the decision for safety reasons but adds that people can fly them from private property.

Your pictures of Scotland

A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.

Glasgow 2026 lowers minimum age for volunteers to 16

Applications will be invited from next week for thousands of volunteers to take part in the next Commonwealth Games.

Glasgow 2026 lowers minimum age for volunteers to 16

Applications will be invited from next week for thousands of volunteers to take part in the next Commonwealth Games.

Woman shouted Nazi slogan while saluting outside library

Rochelle Green claimed she made the gesture outside the Mitchell Library last year for "entertainment".

Strikes at three Scottish universities in one day

Staff at Robert Gordon University, the University of the West of Scotland and the University of Edinburgh will all strike on Thursday.

Council criticised for 'systemic failure' over death of girl, 13

Robyn Goldie developed peritonitis and died after her mother Sharron Goldie left her and went to the pub.

Scots legend Craig retires after knockout UFC loss

Britain's Paul Craig brings his distinguished 29-fight career to a close as he announces his retirement following defeat by Modestas Buk...

Glasgow wedding venue appeals against events ban

The Haberdashery was denied planning permission to host events over noise complaints.

Man dies and three fall ill after suspected drugs incident

Police Scotland say the alarm was raised in Cambridge Street, in the Cowcaddens area, at about 20:10 on Monday.

'At first, I didn't want to leave' - Idah on Celtic exit

Adam Idah has spoken of the "hate" and "torture" during his time at Celtic but also said it was "the best place eve...

Glasgow friends join Channel 4's Gogglebox cast

A family from Surrey, friends from Glasgow and a couple from the Cotswolds join the Channel 4 show.

One year before Glasgow 2026 - is sport accessible to all?

Glasgow is trying to make sport attractive for disabled people ahead of hosting the Commonwealth Games.

Pair jailed for attack that left man with fatal brain injury

James Small, 31, and Ryan Kearney, 26, attacked Kevin Kennedy after a gathering at Glasgow's Kinning Park

Troubled beauty chain Bodycare to close 32 stores

About 450 jobs will also go after the value chain said it was making losses as costs continue to rise.

Glasgow friends join Channel 4's Gogglebox cast

A family from Surrey, friends from Glasgow and a couple from the Cotswolds join the Channel 4 show.

'No scrutiny' of plan that gave senior council staff £1m pay-out

The Glasgow City Council officials received early retirement and redundancy pay-outs, an Accounts Commission report found.

'My employer lets me teach kids while progressing my tech career'

A new project hopes to boost the dwindling number of computing science teachers.

Wedding venue operated without permission for three years

Glasgow City Council ruled that celebrations at the Haberdashery in Sauchiehall Street were creating too much noise.

Man in court over alleged support for Palestine Action

The 59-year-old appeared in court in Oban accused of encouraging support for the proscribed organisation.

Man reported after girl, 5, assaulted in train station

The incident happened at Glasgow Central Station at around 16:30 on Saturday 12 July.

Firebomb attack at Greenock flats treated as murder bid

The BBC understands an item was thrown through the window of the ground floor property on Sir Michael Street.

My rent's gone up by almost 20% - and my landlord wants to evict me

Glasgow tenant Elle Glenny says the impact of a rent increase has been catastrophic.

£10bn frigate deal 'major boost' for Scottish shipbuilding

The government says the agreement will support thousands of jobs, including more than 2,000 in Scotland.

Showpeople family go into battle over council eviction

Showman Jimmy Stringfellow is facing the fight of his life - to save his Clydeside home.

Murder probe after death of man in Lanark

Scott Boyd was pronounced dead in a property in the Braeside Crescent area.

Banned driver jailed after high-speed police chase

David Walker, 30, went at speeds of 110mph during the chase between Glasgow's and South Lanarkshire.