Your pictures of Scotland

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

Hopes for future of leisure centre closed by Storm Eowyn

Helensburgh Leisure Centre closed as a result of extensive roof damage caused by the storm in January.

Family cremates wrong body after hospital mistake

The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow has apologised and launched an investigation.

The prehistoric shark found in a suburban town in Scotland

The fossil was so complete experts could see remains of the last meal it ate, 330 million years after it died.

'Kirsty Wark was DJ at our club - but we couldn't get Nicola Sturgeon'

Cult Glasgow club night Pretty Ugly is about to celebrate its 20th anniversary.

Suspect arrested over death of man on Christmas Day

The 38-year-old was discovered injured on Napiershall Street, in Glasgow's west end, at about 23:40 on Thursday.

Crews remain at scene of Glasgow hotel fire

At its height, eight crews battled the "well-developed fire" but no-one is understood to have been injured.

Man in court over alleged murder attempt in gang feud

Operation Portaledge was launched after a series of violent incidents in a gangland feud earlier this year.

Late writer 'would have approved' of Two Doors Down Christmas special

The future of the sitcom was in doubt after the death of one of its writers, age just 48.

Man dies after being found injured on street on Christmas Day

Police Scotland says officers were called to Napiershall Street in the city's West End shortly before midnight.

Man arrested after reported rape in Glasgow park

Police say a serious sexual assault is believed to have happened in the early hours of Christmas Eve.

Your pictures of Scotland

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

Mobile masts upgraded to boost 4G in rural Scotland

Sites right across the country receive the upgrade aimed at helping boost investment and employment.

Remains found by island farmer are two people from Bronze Age

The remains were found three years ago but further analysis has identified them as a man and a young female.

Festive baby joy for Scottish families

Mothers and fathers across the country have received special festive presents as they welcome newborns.

Which trains will be operating over Christmas and New Year?

ScotRail has announced its Christmas and New Year timetable which includes the last Christmas Eve and Hogmanay trains departing earlier than...

Woman, 74, dies in hospital after being hit by motorbike

The incident happened at around 7.45pm on Friday, 12 December, on Pollokshaws Road.

Warning as toxic plant washes up in Scotland

The toxic plant resembles a parsnip and is also known as "dead man's fingers".

Why I light up my garden for more than half the year

Sandra Lee Myles' garden has become a landmark in Drumchapel as she lost count of how many decorations she owns.

Scott 'honoured' to replace Sadiku as Celtic head coach

Former title-winning manager Elena Sadiku has left Celtic and has been replaced by Hibernian boss Grant Scott.

The Glasgow singer following in the footsteps of Lewis Capaldi and Paolo Nutini

Shay O'Dowd won Breakthrough Artist at the Scottish Music Awards - the same prize won by his songwriting heroes.

BBC replaced by TNT Sports as Commonwealth Games live broadcaster

The subscription channel takes over from the BBC which had been the principal partner since 1954 and provided free-to-air coverage.

The Glasgow singer following in the footsteps of Lewis Capaldi and Paolo Nutini

Shay O'Dowd won Breakthrough Artist at the Scottish Music Awards - the same prize won by his songwriting heroes.

CalMac ferry Glen Rosa delayed again by up to six months

The delivery date for MV Glen Rosa is pushed back by up to another six months while there is a further short delay with the Turkish-built Is...

Teenager charged after three injured in tower block fire

A 19-year-old man is due to appear in court on Monday in connection with the blaze at Calder Court in Whifflet.

Police seize £14m of drugs across Scotland in record week

The largest haul, more than £8m of cocaine, was discovered during a warrant in Bellshill on 11 December.

Murder probe after man shot in attack at tower block

Jordan Gray's body was found in a flat in Shields Court in Motherwell on Monday.

Your pictures of Scotland

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

'Neighbour with 140 convictions has harassed us for more than a year'

A vulnerable family say they fear for their safety after facing a campaign of harassment from a violent neighbour.

Ports giant rows back on plans for small boat fees

Harbour authority Peel Ports Clydeport shelves a plan to charge an annual £100 fee to use the waters in and around the river.

Dispute over planned cuts at UHI resolved

UHI and a union say they have reached an agreement that ends industrial action.

Police warn mental health call-outs are 'unsustainable'

Officers are spending more than 14,000 hours per month responding to mental health calls.

'I was excluded from football - so I set up a sports app for girls'

Four pupils have created TrainHer, an app designed to help girls build confidence and develop football skills.

Church buildings to be sold over costly repairs

The two churches were chosen due to the amount of remedial work required to bring them up to standard.

My father was murdered in the line of duty - but can't get a bravery award

The family of a police sergeant who died in the line of duty are calling for a change in UK government policy on the issuing of bravery awar...

Family of man who died in custody call for law change

The family of Allan Marshall want to make it mandatory that the recommendations of fatal accident inquiries are implemented.

Police identify body found in Dumbarton marina

The discovery was made about 10:40 on Thursday in the water of the River Leven.

Garden centre 'burned down' in overnight fire

Hayes Garden Land posted news of the blaze on social media

Tears & a tactical tweak - how Robinson hatched St Mirren triumph

Manager Stephen Robinson revels in a half-time change and his motivational methods as St Mirren sweep Celtic aside to win the Premier Sports...

Tributes to comedian Stanley Baxter after death aged 99

Baxter, who was born in Glasgow, was one of the biggest stars on British television for several decades.

No plans to expand Glasgow fireworks control zones citywide

The council introduced the firework control zones for the first time last month across Pollokshields, Govanhill and Broomhouse.

Venue apology in Primal Scream antisemitic image row

A London music venue says it is "appalled" by alleged antisemitic images shown on stage at a gig.

Police probe into Greenock bus depot fire

Police Scotland says it is treating the blaze on Friday at a site used to store coaches as "wilful"

Stanley Baxter: Comedian with a gift for sketches, mimicry and song

The actor and impressionist, known for comic parodies and his love of dressing up, was one of the biggest stars of the 1970s and 1980s.

Glasgow barge could be turned into Airbnb for up to four people

The owners of the barge at Speirs Wharf in the Possilpark area have applied for planning permission.

Union warns 'inaction' could sabotage shipyard's survival

The biggest union at Ferguson Marine warns time is running out to help the yard recover from the ferries controversy.

Time capsule found in rubble of church destroyed by fire

The B-listed St Mungo's Church in Cumbernauld was devastated by fire in August.

'Prisoner release is only a short-term solution'

Overcrowding problems at Barlinnie Prison's are not likely to disappear due to erly release and the building of new prisons.

Pupils needing additional support hits new high of 43%

Nearly 300,000 children in Scotland's schools are now listed as needing extra support in the classroom.

Diesel trains to run on new £144m electric line

A quarter of the trains on the newly-electrified line between East Kilbride and Glasgow Central will still be diesel initially.

Where did my late husband's Morton's Rolls pension payments go?

Workers at Morton's Rolls Limited complained pension payments defaulted before the firm went bust.

Is upgrading an old skating pond worth £1m?

A hybrid project for Helensburgh skating pond has been proposed, providing ecological benefits.

Your pictures of Scotland

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

Celtic 'need to believe in themselves more' - Nancy

Wilfried Nancy believes he has inherited a "quality team" at Celtic that needs "to believe a little bit more in themselves...

Man dead and three injured after disturbance in Glasgow property

Emergency services were called to Berkeley Street in the city about 06:45.

Islanders on Coll propose buyout of former charity base

A converted farmhouse on the island served as headquarters for an international charity for decades.

Man released after woman killed in hit-and-run

The woman was hit by a small black or dark coloured car which failed to stop at the scene.

Council sought contractor to remove flags after staff abused

West Dunbartonshire Council has failed to find anyone to tender for the flag-removal work after verbal abuse claims.

Civic plaza and events space to be created in Erskine

The plan will include a recreational greenspace and garden, with seating areas, natural play features and new walking routes.

Teenagers accused of stabbing Kayden Moy to death on beach

Kayden Moy from East Kilbride died in hospital the day after a large disturbance at Irvine beach in May.

Widow found parts of dead husband's feet in his belongings

Annette Federspiel found her husband's body parts in a bag returned from the funeral directors.

Council apologises to family over lack of support for adopted teenager

The family has won a settlement from the authority after their adopted teenage son was in crisis.

'Massive increase' in flu cases hits hospitals and schools

Flu cases across Scotland jumped by 45% in a week, figures from Public Health Scotland show.

New delay for Turkish-built CalMac ferry MV Isle of Islay

The first of four new CalMac ferries being built in Turkey will not now arrive in Scotland until before Christmas.

Your pictures of Scotland

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

New delay for Turkish-built CalMac ferry MV Isle of Islay

The first of four new CalMac ferries being built in Turkey will not now arrive in Scotland until before Christmas.

Should football fans be banned from games for using pyrotechnics?

The Scottish government is seeking views on whether banning orders should be given out for the use of flares or fireworks at matches.

SFA seals multi-million Hampden naming rights deal

The Scottish FA announces a "multi-million-pound, long-term partnership" with Barclays for the naming rights of the national stadi...

Killer's sentence extended for laundry room rape

Cameron Woods is already serving an 18-and-a-half year sentence for fatally stabbing Robert Fisher.

Winning design for Nelson Mandela statue in Glasgow revealed

Sculptor Alan B Herriot is selected to create the statue which will stand in the city's Nelson Mandela Place.

BBC Scotland HQ evacuated after fire breaks out

Radio and TV bulletins were taken off air after an air conditioning unit caught fire in a plant room at the building in Glasgow.