Rush-hour warning as snow blasts much of Scotland

A red alert, the highest level of warning, is in place for the most heavily-populated parts of Scotland.

Rangers chairman Dave King loses appeal against share offer

During a Court of Session hearing last year Lord Bannatyne ruled in favour of the Takeover Panel.

Skier in Glasgow's East End

When the roads are gridlocked and the trains are cancelled, you can always ski to get around.

Court orders closure of care home after failings

The Care Inspectorate ordered urgent changes at Greenlaw Grove in East Renfrewshire last August.

Teenage racer jailed for four years over woman's crash death

John Gribben was driving on the A77 at up to 140mph when a head-on crash killed Joan Price, 59.

MSPs' concerns over timescale of low emission zones

The scheme to improve air quality is due to be up and running in Glasgow by the end of the year.

St Johnstone 1-4 Rangers: Jamie Murphy 'angry' at Saints' tackling

Rangers manager Graeme Murty says Jamie Murphy is upset by some of the tackling he received in the win at St Johnstone.

Scotland 'on cusp' of red extreme weather warning for snow

The transport minister says there is potential for "extreme" weather later this week, making travel "dangerous".

Greenock Morton v Livingston

Live coverage followed by match report of Tuesday's Scottish Championship game between Greenock Morton and Livingston.

Two bomb alerts in same Uddingston street in 48 hours

Officers were alerted to the latest discovery in a bin near houses on Myrtle Road about 10:45.

Man tells of childhood abuse by priest

A court hears the first evidence at the trial of Fr Paul Moore, accused of assaulting three boys and a student priest.

Teenager convicted of frenzied kitchen knife murder bid

The Bellshill youth claimed John Higgins attacked him first after an argument over a Loyalist song.

Hutcheson's teacher jailed for webcam child abuse

Craig Wood, who taught at Hutchesons' Grammar, recorded girls as young as nine.

Celtic v Dundee

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Celtic and Dundee.

Motherwell v Aberdeen

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Motherwell and Aberdeen.

Hibernian v Hamilton Academical

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Hibernian and Hamilton Academical.

What do Champions League & Europa League changes mean for Scottish sides?

Premiership winners need to win four qualifying of ties to reach the Champions League group stage but could drop into the Europa League at a...

Police seize iPhone stun gun during weapons raid on flat

John McIver, 61, will be sentenced next month over the haul which was found in a flat in Possilpark.

Prescription for change

Dr Collette Maule is already looking at new ways of delivering GP services.

Man jailed after threatening to torch building site

Joseph McKinlay demanded work to prevent vandals targeting the site in Pollok, Glasgow last year.

Four Tuesday Scottish fixtures subject to pitch inspections

There will be pitch inspections before four of Tuesday's scheduled Scottish Professional Football League fixtures.

Graeme Murty says full-time referees could improve standards in Scotland

Graeme Murty suggests full-time referees would improve officiating in Scotland while Brendan Rodgers says clubs must try and help raise stan...

Hibs boss Lennon charged by SFA after Killie draw

Hibernian head coach Neil Lennon faces charges of "misconduct" and criticism of officials following Saturday's draw at Kilmarn...

Ryanair to axe Glasgow Airport base

The airline will close its base at Glasgow Airport and add 11 new routes out of Edinburgh.

Kilmarnock: Alan Power backs Kris Boyd to be Premiership's leading scorer

Kilmarnock midfielder Alan Power says team-mate Kris Boyd can finish as the leading scorer in the Premiership this season.

St Johnstone v Rangers

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Scottish Premiership game between St Johnstone and Rangers.

Heart of Midlothian v Kilmarnock

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Scottish Premiership game between Heart of Midlothian and Kilmarnock.

Scotland: Scott Brown's leadership will be missed - James Forrest

Scotland winger James Forrest says Scott Brown is a "great leader" and Rangers manager Graeme Murty challenges his midfielders to ...

Celtic's Scott Brown ends Scotland career after Alex McLeish talks

Celtic captain Scott Brown announces an end to his Scotland career for a second time over concerns about the demands of the football calenda...

Celtic: Brendan Rodgers' holiday jibe is fighting talk as he sidesteps the flak

Brendan Rodgers goes on the offensive as his Celtic side avoid a potential hurdle on their way to retaining the title by beating Aberdeen.

Rob Maclean: Murphy's timely form, Cosgrove red & Woods redemption

Rob Maclean highlights a good weekend for some Premiership players and one to forget for another.

Aberdeen 0-2 Celtic: Brendan Rodgers - 'We showed why we are champions'

Brendan Rodgers says Celtic are now focused on completing another successful domestic campaign after putting their Europa League exit behind...

Rangers: Graeme Murty will select players on form not reputation

Rangers boss Graeme Murty will continue to select his team based on the form of his players rather than their reputation.

Care Inspectorate asks courts to close Newton Mearns home

Inspectors said Greenlaw Grove care home in Newton Mearns had failed to make sufficient improvements.

Bomb disposal team called to 'suspicious item' in Uddingston street

Some homes were evacuated after the discovery in a street in Uddingston, South Lanarkshire, at the weekend.

Man shot with crossbow after Glasgow house stoned

The victim was hit in the chest as he spoke to a group who the attacker thought was behind the stone attack.

Karen Gillan: 'I really, really want to direct'

Karen Gillan reveals her career ambitions following the premiere of her directorial debut.

Teenager arrested on drugs charges after 13-year-olds fall ill

Six children were treated in hospital in Ayrshire after they were reported to have become unwell.

Busiest trains hit by cuts to carriages

Shortage of carriages as old diesel trains reach the end of their lease period and electrics trains are delayed.

Man's death in Ibrox flat was murder

The 40-year-old's body was discovered on Friday and police say they are treating the case as murder.

Drug alert as six 13-year-olds fall ill

The children are taken to Crosshouse Hospital and kept in overnight after possibly taking MDMA,

Cash backing to 'remake' Scotland a waste-free economy

Nine projects have won backing to refurbish or reinvent large valuable items.

Arrest over lollipop lady robbery

The 36-year-old victim was targeted as she waited to help children cross the road.

Man stabbed in Dumbarton flat

The 34-year-old is being treated for stab wounds after an attacker entered his home.

Police probe "suspicious" death in Glasgow flat

The 40-year-old's body was discovered on Friday night and police treat the death as "suspicious".

Kilcreggan ferry firm reported over lack of service

The Kilcreggan to Gourock ferry, which is subsidised by SPT, has been suspended for 11 days.

Louella Michie Bestival death: Man charged with manslaughter

Louella Fletcher-Michie was found dead in woods on the edge of the festival site at Lulworth Castle.

Fraserburgh cleared over Rangers cup game tickets

Fraserburgh FC had launched an investigation after fans were locked out of a Rangers cup match.

Hepatitis E virus found in Scottish shellfish

Traces of the hepatitis E virus were found in blue mussels and an oyster bought from supermarkets and a fishmonger.

Man stabbed friend to death in row over broken TV

The knife attack happened at a flat in the Gorbals area of Glasgow last summer.

Paul McColl 'lucky to be alive' after Cambuslang shooting

Detectives investigating the attack in Cambuslang are looking at any potential links to organised crime.

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Firefighters tackle blaze at Pollokshaws flats

Several fire appliances were sent to the scene on Pollokshaws Road in the southside of Glasgow.

Future on Scotland's only state-run all-girls' school to be looked at

Parents are campaigning for boys to be admitted to Notre Dame High in Glasgow for the first time in 120 years.

Man and two teenagers arrested after Ayr street attack

The 30-year-old victim was walking with his wife when he was seriously assaulted on 17 February.

Police arrest teenager over hotel assault in Uddingston

A 38-year-old man suffered serious injuries in the alleged attack at Angels Hotel last September.

Men charged with 'directing' assaults and murder bids

Brian Ferguson, Andrew Gallacher and Robert Pickett are accused of targeting five men over nine months.

Man tried to rape two women in 40 minutes

David McGurk, 34, admitted targeting his victims, aged 28 and a 23, in Cambuslang last November.

MSP calls for Kilcreggan ferry contract to end early

The Kilcreggan to Gourock ferry, which is subsidised by SPT, has been suspended for 10 days.

Woman warned to stay away from minister or face prison

Lisa Hughes was given a 10-year non-harassment order after stalking Rev Kevin Francis for four years.

Junior football boss Paul McColl named as shooting victim

Mr McColl, who manages Cambuslang Rangers, staggered into a bar after being ambushed on Wednesday.

Man jailed after killing Paisley flat intruder

The 37-year-old stabbed his victim who had forced his way into a flat in Paisley armed with a bottle.

Police helicopter spots suspect hiding in tree after chase

The Air Support Unit shared stills on its Twitter account after a successful pursuit in Glasgow.

Four arrested after £500,000 drugs seized in house raid

Police said the haul recovered in Cardonald included heroin, cocaine, cannabis and amphetamine.

Glasgow City Council considers free school meals for P4 children

About 6,000 children in Glasgow could benefit if automatic entitlement is extended by a year.

Man wounded in Lanarkshire shooting

An eyewitness said the victim staggered into a nearby bar after being ambushed in Cambuslang.

Man jailed for hiding rifle and bullets in lover's flat

Scott Cranston, 39, was arrested after a Winchester was seized during a raid in Glasgow last June.

Man seriously hurt after daylight street attack in Port Glasgow

The 40-year-old was assaulted by four people who jumped out of a car and struck him on the head.

Firefighters battle blaze on leisure centre roof

The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service said the alarm was raised at The Foundry in Barrhead at 09:47.

Orkney College UHI offers free women's sanitary products

The initiative could be rolled out across the wider University of the Highlands and Islands' network.

Lollipop lady robbed at knifepoint during school run

Police said the 36-year-old victim was targeted as she waited to help children cross the road.

Man, 83, robbed of cash cards in early hours in Glasgow home

The 83-year-old was threatened with a sharp object by a man who broke into his Glasgow home in the early hours.

Glasgow man jailed for supplying kilo of cocaine

The 49-year-old became involved in the supply of drugs after defaulting on payments to loan sharks.

Parents' anger over magnetic putty health fears

Parents are concerned after a Scottish schoolgirl was found with dangerous levels of the chemical arsenic.

Further fall in hospital mortality rates

New figures show there were 7,800 fewer deaths than expected among people being admitted to hospitals.

Crimestoppers offer £10,000 to catch Renfrew killer

Paul Mathieson, 37, suffered a "sustained and brutal" attack on 14 January and died six days later.

Appeal after armed robbery on Game shop in Motherwell

Staff at the Game store in Motherwell were threatened with a knife by a man who demanded cash.

Two arrested after major police response to disturbance

Riot officers were dispatched to Govan after an alleged incident which saw one man taken to hospital.

Tributes to ex-Strathclyde Police chief Sir John Orr

Sir John Orr, who has died aged 72, led what was Scotland's largest force from 1996 until 2001.

Council nurseries 'not open long enough' for working parents

Only one in ten nurseries provides hours to allow parents to work full time, say campaigners.

Record attendance for Scottish visitor attractions

More than 30 million visits were recorded during 2017, showing an increase of 9.7% on the previous year.

Major police response to Govan disturbance

Emergency services including police in riot gear attend a disturbance in Glasgow.

Hooded robber threatened takeaway worker in Johnstone

An armed man threatened a member of staff at a Chinese takeaway before making off with cash.

Man who beat dog unconscious in Ayr jailed for four months

John Poole who punched and kicked his Golden Retriever has been sentenced to four months in prison.

Jobs lost as Ayrshire knitwear firm collapses

The provisional liquidator for Balmoral Knitwear says the firm was hit by the rising cost of imported materials.

New clinic for victims of sexual violence

Women who have been raped often cannot face going to the doctors for intimate examinations.

Rangers scorers Josh Windass and Alfredo Morelos will get better - Graeme Murty

Josh Windass and Alfredo Morelos score four of Rangers' goals in a 5-3 win over Hamilton, but boss Graeme Murty expects improvement.

SWPL: Hibernian and Glasgow City made to battle for wins

Glasgow City and Hibernian are both made to battle for their points at the top of the Scottish Building Society SWPL.

Man found unconscious outside Largs bar

A young man has been left with a serious head injury after what police believe was an assault.

Man seriously injured after mass brawl in Ayr

Police are appealing for information about the incident which happened in Ayr shortly after midnight.

Man in violent attack in front of wife in Ayr

A man was assaulted by six other men as he walked with his wife near an underpass.

Joe Ham benefits from training sessions with Ricky Burns

Glasgow super-bantamweight Joe Ham says sparring with former world champion Ricky Burns has improved him as a boxer.

Derailed train in Lanarkshire causes travel disruption

The train came off tracks near Carstairs causing problems with trains from Glasgow Central to Lanark.

Leonard: Labour owes Glasgow equal pay women an apology

The Scottish Labour leader says there was "too much resistance" to the council workers' equal pay claims.

The New Saints v Dumbarton

Match report to follow from Saturday's Scottish Challenge Cup game between The New Saints and Dumbarton.

Scottish League One: Ayr move closer to leaders Raith Rovers

Ayr United beat visitors East Fife to cut Raith Rovers' lead at the top of League One as Forfar Athletic move off bottom spot.

Livingston v St Mirren

Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Livingston and St Mirren.

Queen of the South v Greenock Morton

Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Queen of the South and Greenock Morton.

Motherwell v Kilmarnock

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Motherwell and Kilmarnock.

Children's home volunteer convicted of child sex abuse

Joe Duffy raped two young sisters and sexually abused a boy at a home run by nuns in the 1980s.

Partick Thistle v Dundee

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Partick Thistle and Dundee.

Celtic v St Johnstone

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Premiership game between Celtic and St Johnstone.

Hamilton Academical v Rangers

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Premiership game between Hamilton Academical and Rangers.

Josh Windass: Rangers midfielder signs deal extension until 2021

Rangers midfielder Josh Windass has signed a one-year contract extension, tying him to the Ibrox club until 2021.

Sex offender's art removed from gallery

Ex-Labour councillor David Fagan's self-portrait was in the Pastel Society's annual exhibition.

Sex offender's art removed from gallery

Ex-Labour councillor David Fagan's self-portrait was in the Pastel Society's annual exhibition.

Police in Partick seize £300,000 of cannabis in raid

The significant drugs haul was recovered after an intelligence-based operation.

Census highlights problems facing live music venues

The Scottish government said new planning guidance should help tackle the issue of noise complaints.

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Year-round school meals to tackle 'holiday hunger'

North Lanarkshire says it is the first UK local authority to offer school meals during holidays and weekends.

Celtic have great chance to progress, says Brendan Rodgers after win over Zenit

Brendan Rodgers says Celtic have "a great opportunity" to progress in the Europa League after beating Zenit St Petersburg.

Celtic: Peter Lawwell predicts 'significant change' to European football

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell says European football could see "significant change" in six years.

Gold mine wins backing of Loch Lomond national park official

The national park's full planning committee will visit the site on 27 February before making a decision.

Call to remove sex offender from iconic subway mural

Ex-Labour councillor David Fagan features in the 40ft ceramic piece at Hillhead station in Glasgow

Police release images of city reveller in assault probe

Officers release two CCTV images of a man they want to speak with following a serious assault in Springburn.

Europa League: Celtic v Zenit St Petersburg

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League last 32 first leg between Celtic and Zenit St Petersburg.

Clyde's Ally Love banned for five games after racism charge

Clyde midfielder Ally Love is banned for five games after being charged with making racist remarks to an opponent.

Celtic: Nir Bitton could be sidelined until the summer

Celtic midfielder Nir Bitton is expected to be sidelined for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

Second-row duo return for Glasgow Warriors

Glasgow Warriors welcome back second-row pair Scott Cummings and Tim Swinson for Friday's visit of the Cheetahs.

Partick Thistle: Alan Archibald relishes 'huge' three-game Premiership run

Alan Archibald says his Partick Thistle players are ready for three "huge" upcoming league games as they target Premiership safety...

Europa League: Celtic could catch us cold, warns Zenit's Roberto Mancini

Zenit St Petersburg coach Roberto Mancini thinks playing Celtic in his side's first game after their winter break is not ideal.

Barnsley: St Mirren's Jack Ross and Swansea's Cameron Toshack in manager job talks

Barnsley hold talks with St Mirren's Jack Ross and Swansea City coach Cameron Toshack as they seek a new manager.

Europa League: Zenit favourites against Celtic, says Brendan Rodgers

Beating Zenit St Petersburg in the Europa League would be viewed as an upset, says Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers.

Rangers' James Tavernier signs new contract and targets league title

Rangers extend James Tavernier's contract by a further three years and the right-back targets a league title.

Man 'groped' nurse and 'tried to kiss' her in hospital lift

The woman was left shocked after the alleged incident at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Motherwell: Peter Hartley out for two months with foot injury

Motherwell centre-back Peter Hartley has been ruled out for two months with a foot injury.

Probe underway after dog found in river tied to a rock

The dead animal, which had been put in a plastic bag, was found in the River Garnock in North Ayrshire.

BBC to show Motherwell v Hearts in Scottish Cup quarter final

BBC Scotland will broadcast live television coverage of the Scottish Cup quarter-final tie between Motherwell and Hearts.

Anas Sarwar reveals blueprint to combat 'everyday racism'

The MSP has written to the first minister with proposals to tackle Islamophobia in Scotland.

Detectives probing pensioner assault release CCTV

A 78-year-old man was attacked near The Seven Ways bar, in Bridgeton, Glasgow last August.

Police seize cannabis after car stop and house search

The street value of the drugs recovered in the Govan and Parkhead areas of Glasgow is £125,000.

Scottish cancer research gets £4.5m clinical trial boost

Cancer Research UK said the funding would be used at its clinical trials unit in Glasgow.

Glasgow's The Fratellis added to HebCelt line up

The band join Deacon Blue, Eddi Reader, Roddy Woomble and Niteworks for this summer's festival.

Sir Bobby Charlton hails Glasgow University bone project

The football legend's charity is funding synthetic bone research to help landmine survivors.

Kendrick Lamar to play Summer Sessions

It will be the first outdoor Scottish show for the 30-year-old Grammy award-winning US rapper.

'Servitude' family preyed on workers

Men were held captive by the gang and made to do mammoth shifts for little or no pay.

Severely disabled woman called a 'vegetable' by carers

Secret recordings reveal she was called a "vegetable" by those looking after her, a court hears.

SCIAF launch annual Wee Box appeal to help world's poor

The UK government has pledged to match every donation made to the Lenten campaign before 8 May.

Opponents lose Jordanhill legal bid

Residents opposed to a £100m plan to develop Jordanhill Campus lose their legal bid to stop the proposal.

Man jailed for fatally stabbing father-of-eight in neck

Anthony McKellar, 24, attacked Andrew Salina, 51, in his home in Roystonhill, Glasgow last April.

Scottish lochs 'important stores' of carbon

Researchers calculated that a square metre of sediment contains more carbon than peatlands.

Police civilian worker denies 1980s child abuse claims

Joe Duffy, 60, denies raping two young sisters and sexually abusing a boy at a home run by nuns.

Carers recorded in secret after suspicions of abuse

Women go on trial in Glasgow after being recorded while responsible for a severely disabled woman.

Law students offer free legal advice to Glasgow shoppers

Glasgow Caledonian University Law Clinic will be based in Buchanan Galleries for the next 10 weeks.

Average Scottish house prices rise at faster rate than UK

Official sales figures show the cost of an average Scottish home climbed by 7.7% in the year to December.

Man suffers facial injury after Glasgow assault

The 50-year-old was attacked on the way to catch a bus on Dumbarton Road on Monday.

Mooving on

The cream of the Highland cattle world gather for the 127th Spring Show and Sale at Oban in the west of Scotland.

Scots Sikh Jagtar Singh Johal 'to be moved to Delhi jail'

Jagtar Singh Johal, from Dumbarton, has been held in Punjab without charge for 100 days.

Greenock Morton: Scottish Cup tie with Celtic excites Cappielow players

Jim Duffy says his Greenock Morton players are "buzzing" at the prospect of taking on Celtic in the Scottish Cup quarter-finals.

James Penrice: Partick Thistle defender signs contract extension

Defender James Penrice signs a two-year contract extension to stay with Partick Thistle until 2020.

Kilmarnock v Dundee

Dundee's recent signing Steven Caulker could make his debut against Kilmarnock on Tuesday night.

MAIB will not recover missing fishing boat

The Scottish government says it will now support efforts to recover the bodies of two missing fishermen.

Hamilton Academical sign Kenny Van der Weg & Ross Jenkins

Hamilton Academical sign former Ross County defender Kenny van der Weg and ex-Watford midfielder Ross Jenkins.

Scrum-half Horne extends Warriors stay

Scrum-half George Horne's contract with Glasgow Warriors is extended until May 2019.

Winter Paralympics 2018: Scott Meenagh seals place in Nordic skiing events

Britain will have a Nordic skier at the Winter Paralympics for the first time in 20 years as Scott Meenagh is picked for Pyeongchang 2018.

Detained Sikh activist held for 100 days without charge

The family of a Scottish Sikh detained in India say they are worried his case could drag on for years.

Funeral tributes for Republic of Ireland's Liam Miller

The funeral has been held in County Cork for former Republic of Ireland, Celtic and Manchester United midfielder Liam Miller.

Scottish Cup holders Celtic drawn against Greenock Morton in quarter-finals

Holders Celtic host Greenock Morton as another Championship side, Falkirk, travel to face Rangers in the Scottish Cup quarter-finals.

Ayr United 1-6 Rangers: Graeme Murty excited by 'exhilarating' display

Graeme Murty warns that Rangers can still get better after they thrash Ayr United 6-1 in the Scottish Cup fifth round.

Ayr United v Rangers: Ian McCall misses Scottish Cup tie after eye surgery

Emergency eye surgery forces Ayr United manager Ian McCall to miss Sunday's Scottish Cup tie against Rangers.

SWPL: Celtic begin season with win over Rangers

Celtic begin the Scottish Women's Premier League season with a 3-0 win over Old Firm rivals Rangers at the K Park.

Steve Clarke wants 'decent kick-off time' for Aberdeen v Kilmarnock in cup

Manager Steve Clarke calls for Kilmarnock's Scottish quarter-final away to Aberdeen to have "a decent kick-off time".

'Iconic' site investment plan unveiled

A total of 20 attractions across Scotland will see their visitor experience enhanced by the "ambitious plans".

Two men critical after A81 crash near Strathblane

A teenage boy and another driver were also taken to hospital following the collision near Strathblane.

Two rescued in Irvine Harbour after being cut off by tide

Coastguard were called on Sunday evening after two people were stranded in freezing conditions.

Cladding bill of £6m for two new Glasgow hospitals

Cladding similar to that used on the Grenfell Tower is to be removed from two Glasgow hospitals.

Ayr United v Rangers

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Cup game between Ayr United and Rangers.

Celtic 3-2 Partick Thistle: 'We need to player better', says Rodgers

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says his side needs to raise its level of performance if they are to retain the Scottish Cup.

Greenock Morton v Dumbarton

Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between Greenock Morton and Dumbarton.

Serious assault CCTV images released

Police are investigating a serious assault outside Dow's Bar in Glasgow's Dundas Street in November.

Celtic v Partick Thistle

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between Celtic and Partick Thistle.

Dundee v Motherwell

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between Dundee and Motherwell.

Kilmarnock v Brora Rangers

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Cup game between Kilmarnock and Brora Rangers.

Liam Miller was an inspiration, says Celtic team-mate Stephen McManus

Former Celtic captain Stephen McManus says his team-mate at the club, Liam Miller, was an "inspirational" figure.

Liam Miller: Former Celtic and Manchester United midfielder dies aged 36

Former Celtic, Manchester United and Republic of Ireland midfielder Liam Miller dies at the age of 36.

'Suffragettes' lead women's march for equal pay in Glasgow

Those taking part hope to put pressure on Glasgow City Council to keeps its promise on pay equality.

Scottish restaurants caught employing illegal workers

Four businesses face total penalties of £160,000 after eight immigration offenders were found.

Two injured in disturbance in Glasgow city centre

Police are appealing for information from revellers who may have witnessed the early morning incident.

Pro14: Dragons v Glasgow Warriors

Team details and match preview as Dragons host Glasgow Warriors in the Pro14 at Rodney Parade.

Celtic: Record rise in revenue & profit following on-field success

Celtic's on-field success under manager Brendan Rodgers contributes to an increase in both revenue and pre-tax profit.

Scott Brown: Brendan Rodgers says Craig Levein 'obsessed' with Celtic captain

Brendan Rodgers says Hearts manager Craig Levein appears "a wee bit obsessed" with Celtic captain Scott Brown.

Bruno Alves: Rangers defender returns to training

Rangers defender Bruno Alves returns to training after recovering from a torn calf, with Ross McCrorie and Lee Wallace "progressing...

Artificial turf 'put Naismith off Kilmarnock'

Steven Naismith says he "never considered" a return to first club Kilmarnock because of the club's artificial pitch.

Sprinkler plans for North Lanarkshire tower blocks

North Lanarkshire Council is drawing up plans to fit the potentially life-saving devices in 48 high rises.

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Jury considers verdict in servitude trial

Two men are accused of holding others in servitude and, with a third accused, detaining them against their will.

Sex workers' rights campaigner Laura Lee dies

Laura Lee, who campaigned to change the law on paying for sex in Northern Ireland, has died, aged 39.

Man arrested over death in Hamilton flat

A 23-year-old man is due to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court over the death of James Murray last month.

Homeless illegally turned away by councils

Homeless people are being illegally turned away by councils despite their statutory obligation.

Youth arrested after Glasgow crash involving police car

Two officers were taken to hospital following the incident in Glasgow on Thursday night.

Child punched in face by Paisley mobile phone thief

A 14-year-old boy was assaulted by a man who then made off with his phone.

Police hunt attacker after teenager raped in Ayrshire

An 18-year-old woman was attacked in the Ardeer area of Stevenston

Cambuslang chicken plant's 450 jobs 'at risk'

The union Unite fears a facility at Cambuslang near Glasgow could close completely by the summer.

Drink-drive student admits mowing down runner

Katie Allan drank four pints then drove, hitting a 15-year-old so hard her car's bumper was ripped off.

Police crime gang tyre shooting was 'justified'

The police watchdog rules officers were right to shoot out the tyres of a car which had rammed a police vehicle.

Police investigate body found in Forth and Clyde Canal

The body of a man was recovered from the water near Bishopbriggs, north of Glasgow.

Funding boost for Glasgow photonics laser research

The research facility has received £5m from the Scottish government and Scottish Enterprise.

Council's frozen wheelie bin claim mocked

Renfrewshire Council said it could not empty wheelie bins because the waste inside had frozen.

Police probe motive after man attacked by hooded suspect

The 30-year-old victim was targeted near Carrick Gardens in Blantyre.

Queen lends Leonardo da Vinci works to Glasgow museum

Twelve of Leonardo Da Vinci's finest drawings will go on display at Kelvingrove Museum to mark the 500th anniversary of his death.

Man knocked down on footpath by 72-year-old driver

The 37-year-old was struck by a Volkswagen Up on a roundabout footpath in Bellshill.

Film and television industry generates £15m for Glasgow

The city's film commission continues to attract big-budget films and television dramas to the city.

Woman sexually assaulted on East Kilbride train

Police believe passengers on the same carriage may not have realised the assault was taking place.

Labour MP Hugh Gaffney sorry for 'deeply offensive' Burns Supper remarks

Hugh Gaffney said he would undergo equality and diversity training after making the offensive comments.

Man accused of trying to kill two-year-old boy

A court hears charges that he also assaulted the two-year-old on various occasions and attacked another child.

Mental and physical health programme for young people rolled out

The project, which was trialled in Glasgow, aims to help young people with long-term physical conditions.

'Offensive' Tunnock's Tea Cake ad banned by regulator

The advert, featuring the product at the top of a woman tennis player's thigh, has been banned.

Archibald questions Thistle offside call

Partick Thistle manager Alan Archibald says Ryan Edwards' effort in the loss to Rangers should not have been disallowed for offside.

Raith Rovers v Albion Rovers

Live coverage of Tuesday's Scottish League One game between Raith Rovers and Albion Rovers.

Woman, 78, fights off bag snatcher with walking stick

The fearless OAP saw off the bag snatcher and still managed to make a hospital appointment.

Primary teacher in court over 1980s sex abuse allegations

Gerald King, 65, faces charges concerning six school children at St Martha's in Balornock, Glasgow

Barber fined for Glasgow Airport 'terrorist' quip

Federico Scara, 30, was about to step on a plane when he was stopped at Glasgow Airport last October.

Police release images in Uddingston serious assault probe

Detectives think this man can help with their inquiries into a September weekend attack.

Plains man stabbed repeatedly by two men in his home

Two men knifed the 37-year-old at his property in Plains, near Airdrie, in the early hours of Monday morning.

Hamilton Accies plan to sue RBS after £1m vishing fraud

The Scottish Premiership team was targeted in a sophisticated scam last October, losing almost £1m.

Dorus de Vries: Game time boosts Celtic goalkeeper

Dorus de Vries admits he did consider his future after being understudy to Craig Gordon, but believes he "has everything" at Celti...

Creative Scotland restores funding to five companies

Creative Scotland has agreed to the £2.6m move after a decision to axe funding sparked a backlash.

Ten closure-threatened RBS branches to stay open

Ten branches will remain open until the end of the year while an independent review takes place.

Clyde sign Steve Kipre, brother of Motherwell's Cedric

Steve Kipre, whose brother Cedric plays for Motherwell, becomes Danny Lennon's latest signing for Clyde.

Players need to open up about mental health - Gus MacPherson

Queen's Park head coach Gus MacPherson believes it is vital football clubs have a facility for players to speak about mental health.

Man raped 15-year-old while wife slept in the next room

Thomas Allan, 58, targeted his victim in his home in Coalburn, South Lanarkshire in June last year.

Church minister backs bid to recover missing Loch Fyne fishermen

Rev John MacGregor paid tribute to lifelong friend Duncan MacDougall, the skipper of the Nancy Glen.

Glasgow landmarks to host European Cycling Road Championships

Glasgow's Riverside Museum, Glasgow Green and the roads of East Dunbartonshire and Stirling will host Europe's top cyclists in Augus...

Pensioner dies after fireball tragedy in his home

The 92 year-old was found ablaze in his garden in Linwood, Renfrewshire, on Sunday afternoon

Divers uncover Firth of Lorn 'illegal scallop dredging'

The team claims to have found evidence of the dredging in a protected area in the Firth of Lorn.

Stagecoach East Coast rail franchise to end early

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling will end the contract after Stagecoach 'got its numbers wrong'.

Sister in appeal over missing Ardrossan man Tony Lowey

Tony Lowey's family say they are "very concerned" as he has not been seen since December.

Leonardo Sarto: Glasgow Warriors wing out for season

Glasgow Warriors announce that Italian wing Leonardo Sarto has been ruled out for the rest of the season after shoulder surgery.

Partick Thistle v Rangers

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Partick Thistle and Rangers.

Motherwell v St Johnstone

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Scottish Premiership game between Motherwell and St Johnstone.

Man reported after bus smashes into tanning salon

The 61-year-old was not the driver of the McGill's bus which crashed into a tanning salon in Kirkintilloch.

Rangers' Jason Holt proud to wear armband and shoulder responsibility

Jason Holt is determined to help Rangers back to winning ways after his first taste of defeat as team captain.

Man shot police officer with crossbow and set house on fire

The man ran out of bolts before setting fire to his home with his partner inside.

MSP James Dornan to run for SNP deputy leader role

Glasgow Cathcart representative James Dornan wants to replace Angus Robertson, who resigned on Saturday.

Police investigate Grapes Bar serious assault

Two men were attacked in the Grapes Bar in Glasgow's Paisley Road West at about midnight on Friday.

Kilmarnock college students evacuated over 'bomb scare'

Ayrshire College in Kilmarnock was cleared after staff received a "malicious communication".

Seven teams capable of finish sixth - Motherwell's Lasley

Motherwell assistant manager Keith Lasley believes Scottish football has one of its most competitive top flights this season.

Record attendance for Glasgow's Celtic Connections

The traditional music festival attracted 130,000 people across a range of concerts and events.

Dunoon Coastguard Rescue Team help save seal

The young animal had been spotted apparently stranded on a pavement in Dunoon's West Bay.

Sea bed search in Loch Fyne for lost fishermen

A sonar sweep of the wreck of the Nancy Glen is carried out on behalf of accident investigators.

Teenage antidepressants 'doing more harm than good'

Prof David Healy questions why children are being given antidepressants when results are so poor.

Service on Islay to remember sinking of SS Tuscania

Exactly 100 years ago, more than 200 men drowned when the troopship was sunk by a U-boat near Islay.

CITB forecasts marginal growth in Scottish construction

CITB forecasts average annual growth of 0.1% between 2018 and 2022, but also a fall in overall employment.

Weather: UK braced for one of winter's 'coldest weeks'

Weather warnings for snow and ice are in place for large parts of the country throughout the week.

Watch: Gazza returns for a Rangers bow

Former England star Paul Gascoigne took to the Ibrox pitch at half-time on Saturday and was given a rapturous welcome from fans of the team ...

Nadir Ciftci: On-loan Celtic striker 'forgot how to celebrate' Motherwell goal

On-loan Celtic striker Nadir Ciftci says the joy of scoring his first goal since May 2016 was tempered by Motherwell's failure to beat P...

Rangers 1-2 Hibernian: victory 'up there' with beating Barca - Neil Lennon

Hibernian manager Neil Lennon said steering his injury-depleted side to victory over Rangers was "up there" with beating Barcelona...

Arrests after man and woman injured in Rutherglen

Armed police responded to an incident in Rutherglen in South Lanarkshire on Saturday evening.

Woman critical after being struck by car in New Stevenston

The 79-year-old was knocked down as she crossed a road in New Stevenston in North Lanarkshire.

A magic touch

A fire-breathing entertainer hopes he can work his magic to boost a small island battling depopulation.

Kilmarnock 1-0 Celtic: Brendan Rodgers says his side paid for blunt attack

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers said his side paid the price for failing to create chances in their defeat to Kilmarnock.

Candle vigil for missing Loch Fyne fishermen

Przemek Krawczyk and Duncan MacDougall were lost when their 40ft vessel sank on Loch Fyne last month.

St Mirren v Queen of the South

Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between St Mirren and Queen of the South.

Greenock Morton v Dunfermline Athletic

Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Greenock Morton and Dunfermline Athletic.

Man injured in attack outside snooker club in Glasgow

The 29-year-old was taken to hospital after reports of an assault in Hope Street in Glasgow city centre.

Kilmarnock v Celtic

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Kilmarnock and Celtic.

Aberdeen v Hamilton Academical

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Aberdeen and Hamilton Academical.

Motherwell v Partick Thistle

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Motherwell and Partick Thistle.

Rangers v Hibernian

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Rangers and Hibernian.

Inverness CT v Dundee Utd & Dumbarton v Brechin postponed

Inverness Caley Thistle's Championship match against Dundee United and Dumbarton's meeting with Brechin off due to waterlogged pitch...

Scottish property firm in £500m student accommodation deal

Glasgow-based SHG enters a joint venture with a US firm to build 5,000 apartments in the UK over five years.

Young Roma photograph their lives in Govanhill

Seven young Roma from Govanhill in Glasgow have been photographing their lives

The Easterhouse drug addict who became a pastor

Stuart Patterson updates his blog with stories to put people off getting involved with drugs.

Shopkeeper attacked by masked robbers in Yoker

Three men wearing balaclavas escaped with cash and alcohol after the raid in the Yoker area of Glasgow.

Teenager in court over attempted murder in Glasgow

Two people were taken to hospital following a knife attack in the Broomhill area of Glasgow on Sunday.

Your pictures

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 26 January and 2 February.

Leeann Dempster SFA link 'not surprising' - Neil Lennon

Neil Lennon is not surprised to see Hibs chief executive Leeann Dempster linked with the SFA while Motherwell's Alan Burrows says she is...

Jack Hendry: Celtic deal done too late for Neil McCann's liking

Dundee manager Neil McCann feels Celtic left their bid to sign defender Jack Hendry to the last minute on transfer deadline day.

Jack Hendry: Celtic deal done too late for Neil McCann's liking

Dundee manager Neil McCann feels Celtic left their bid to sign defender Jack Hendry to the last minute on transfer deadline day.

Sister in appeal to catch brother's 'frenzied and brutal' killer

Paul Mathieson died a week after a "frenzied and brutal" street attack as he walked home from a night out in Renfrew.

Alfredo Morelos: Rangers open to new contract for forward

Manager Graeme Murty indicates Rangers would be open to discussing a new deal with top scorer Alfredo Morelos.

'Slavery victim's' claims 'are a nightmare'

A father-of-10 accused of abducting and beating men who worked for him tells a court the allegations are "fantasy".

Motherwell boss Robinson to consider free agent forwards

Motherwell boss Stephen Robinson will monitor forwards who are free agents after injuries as well as frustrations on transfer deadline day.

Players need protection from Brown - Levein

Referees should protect players more from Scott Brown, says Hearts boss Craig Levein, as Brendan Rodgers defends his Celtic captain.

Leo Fasan: Kilmarnock sign ex-Celtic goalkeeper until end of season

Kilmarnock sign a second goalkeeper inside 24 hours by bringing in former Celtic player Leo Fasan.

Jack Hendry: Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says new defender can be 'top-class'

Brendan Rodgers thanks Celtic's board for his January spending and says new signing Jack Hendry can become a "top-class defender...

Man robbed at knifepoint on train near Drumpchapel station

The armed robber stole an iPhone before getting off at Drumchapel station in Glasgow.

Bus lodged in tanning salon after crash in Kirkintilloch

The driver of the McGill's bus has been taken to hospital following the incident in Kirkintilloch.

Mànran tune recalls battle fought 373 years ago

Scottish band Mànran have drawn on a 17th Century bard's description of 1645's Battle of Inverlochy.

Appeal to see Rennie Mackintosh designed Hill House 'boxed'

The project has received £3m but another £1.5m is needed by spring to reach its target.

Monte Carlo classic car rally starts off from Paisley

Seventy cars crossed the start ramp outside Paisley Abbey with 24 crews making the journey to Monaco.

Barrhead Travel acquired by American firm

The Scottish firm will "retain its distinct brand identity" under the agreement with Travel Leaders Group.

Shooting victim to go on trial for driving dangerously

Ross Sherlock, 36, allegedly "drove at excessive speed" and caused his BMW to hit a Corsa.

Death race

Colin Price says he is heartbroken that his wife died because of two drivers racing on the A77.

Teenager guilty of A77 dangerous driving death

A jury convicted John Gribben of causing the death of Joan Price, 59, a year ago.

Fraserburgh and Rangers match lock-out probe over fake tickets

Fraserburgh FC says the gates had to be shut at the game with Rangers as the ground was full.

AG Barr: Response to new Irn Bru recipe 'encouraging'

The fizzy drink's maker says its new low-sugar recipe appears to be going down well with consumers.

CCTV appeal after unprovoked train station assault

The 26 year-old victim was punched in the rush hour attack at Uddingston station on 20 December.

Scottish Labour councillor denies Anas Sarwar racism claim

Davie McLachlan says he was "stunned" by claims he made the remarks to Labour MSP Anas Sarwar.