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.

Scotland's former Ukip leader denies taking pro-Russian payments

A prominent former MEP for Nigel Farage's old party denies taking bribes in a pro-Russian campaign.

Power restored to homes after strong winds hit Scotland

The vast majority of affected households were on Mull, with some also around the Lochinver area.

Glasgow artists collaborate on painting of Van Gogh

Peter Howson and Ross Muir have joined forces to create a remake of Muir's famous Square Gogh painting.

Central station clock counts down to Glasgow's Commonwealth Games

Glasgow-based artist Agnes Jones designed the clock which features the outlines of athletes.

Biffy Clyro 'angry' as visa error delays US tour

The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.

Biffy Clyro 'angry' as visa error delays US tour

The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.

Hollie McRae crashes out of debut rally - but walks away unscathed

The driver said she "fast-tracked" her full rally experience after crashing out on her first competitive event.

People keep using this sculpture as a table - it will cost £30,000 to move it

The Poet and Scholar will switch from Ayr High Street to Rozelle Park, having suffered corrosion damage.

What are the NHS waiting times where you live?

The number of people in Scotland waiting more than a year for an NHS appointment or treatment has fallen.

People keep using this sculpture as a table - it will cost £30,000 to move it

The Poet and Scholar will switch from Ayr High Street to Rozelle Park, having suffered corrosion damage.

John Quigley, chef to stars Bryan Adams and Tina Turner, dies

The Hamilton-born chef opened the Red Onion restaurant in Glasgow after a career catering for touring musicians.

How one of Martin Scorsese's favourite films brought Gaelic to the movies

I Know Where I'm Going was made 80 years ago but still has an impact today.

Scotland fans shook the earth in win over Denmark

Seismic activity was recorded as the Tartan Army celebrated Scotland reaching their first World Cup since 1998.