Murder victim Craig McClelland's family demand public inquiry into his death

Craig McClelland's family are calling for a public inquiry after he was stabbed by a man who was on home detention curfew.

Lorry driver admits causing death crash on A77 near Girvan

The driver smashed head-on into a 67-year-old woman's car on the A77 near Girvan in November 2017.

Rangers chairman Dave King '100% committed' to making offer for remaining shares

Chairman Dave King tells the Court of Session he is now "100% committed" to making a Takeover Panel code-compliant offer for the r...

Praise for Port Glasgow teacher for refusing Christmas presents

Primary teacher Mrs McLaughlin wants to teach her pupils a lesson about "the spirit of giving and kindness" instead

Glasgow Warriors v Scarlets (Sat)

Preview and team news for Saturday's Pro14 meeting of Glasgow Warriors and Scarlets.

Man and woman deny knife murder in Clydebank street

Daniel Devlin and Donna Simpson are accused of killing 31-year-old Dominic Brown in Clydebank on 5 August.

Man to stand trial charged with Tracey Wylde murder in 1997

Zhi Min Chen denies killing 21-year-old Tracey Wylde at her flat in Barmulloch in Glasgow.

Your pictures of Scotland: 23 - 30 November

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 23 - 30 November.

Robot dons gown in first virtual graduation ceremony

The robot was used to confer degrees on three students who were unable to attend their graduation ceremony.

Man charged over Aberdeen versus Rangers football bottle incident

A 44-year-old man is charged after a bottle reportedly landed among Aberdeen supporters during a match against Rangers.

Kilmarnock v Hibernian

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Kilmarnock and Hibernian.

Livingston v Motherwell

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Livingston and Motherwell.

St Mirren v Hamilton Academical

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between St Mirren and Hamilton Academical.

Allan McGregor: Rangers' Europa League campaign underpinned by goalkeeper

Would Rangers still be in the Europa League were it not for the performances of goalkeeper Allan McGregor? BBC Scotland looks back at his in...

Celtic goalkeeper Gordon 'would have loved to play in final'

Celtic keeper Craig Gordon admits he is disappointed not to be facing Aberdeen in Sunday's League Cup final, but backs Scott Bain to han...

Rangers hold Villarreal despite Candeias red but need to win final game to progress

Ten-man Rangers are left needing to win in Austria to reach the Europa League last 32 after a 0-0 draw with Villarreal.

Sinclair goal edges Celtic to within point of Europa knockout stages

Scott Sinclair's header sees Celtic close in on a place in the Europa League knock-out stages after victory over Rosenborg in Trondheim....

Celtic will target closing win over Salzburg - Rodgers

Brendan Rodgers insists Celtic will not play for a draw against Salzburg even though a point will secure their passage to the last 32 of the...

Rangers still have 'unbelievable opportunity' to qualify - Gerrard

Steven Gerrard says the draw with Villarreal "feels like a win" that gives Rangers "an unbelievable opportunity" in the ...

Northern Ireland assistant Nicholl joins St Mirren staff

Former Northern Ireland defender Jimmy Nicholl joins St Mirren as a first-team coach.

Clutha survivor meets rescuer five years on

Ann Faulds was trapped inside the bar when a helicopter crashed through the roof in 2013.

Dave King: Rangers chairman set to give evidence in contempt of court hearing

Rangers chairman Dave King is set to give evidence at the Court of Session after failing to comply with an order to make an offer to the clu...

Charles Rennie Mackintosh: Plan to secure future of Northampton house revealed

A plan to help secure the future of a house remodelled by architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh is revealed.

Two officers hurt in crash with stolen Porsche

The two male officers were taken to hospital after their Audi was involved in the collision in Glasgow.

Man jailed for machete attack on disabled partner in Port Glasgow

Kevin Bryce left his disabled partner with head, body and leg wounds during the murder bid in Port Glasgow.

Glasgow transport needs 'radical' overhaul, say experts

Low income bus passengers are being hit the hardest by connectivity problems, a transport group has said.

CCTV appeal over Aberdeen versus Rangers fan bottle incident

It was reported in August that a young boy was struck but not injured at the Aberdeen versus Rangers match at Pittodrie.

Railway line closed by flooding at Kirkconnel

Heavy rain is to blame for the issue affecting the route between Glasgow and Carlisle via Dumfries.

Body of missing Denny man found in Glasgow's Bellahouston Park

The 37-year-old had not been seen since leaving Glasgow Royal Infirmary on 20 November.

Going back to Clutha helped my recovery, says survivor

Survivor Mary Kavanagh has been plagued by guilt after she lost her partner Robert Jenkins in the 2013 tragedy.

Call for huge Inchgreen dry dock to be 'saved for the nation'

The Inchgreen dry dock, one of the largest in the UK, has been largely unused for 16 years.

Rangers hit with SFA charges for claims of Willie Collum 'bias' over Daniel Candeias red card

The SFA charges Rangers with bringing the game into disrepute over their criticism of referee Willie Collum for sending off Daniel Candeias....

Scots hit by flooding amid Storm Diana

Coastal roads on the Isle of Arran were left inaccessible on Wednesday due to strong winds and high tides.

Watchdog says police response to gun caller was 'justified'

Police failed to pass on that woman caller referred to the gun as a "water-pistol", says report.

Man in hospital after serious assault in Ayr

The man was found seriously injured in Main Street in Ayr early on Wednesday morning, say police.

Man, 90, dies after car crashes into Argyll and Bute field

The 90-year-old was driving on the A83 south of Muasdale when his silver Skoda Karoq came off the road.

Elderly woman sexually assaulted at home in Bearsden

Police believe the same man twice tried to get into another women's home nearby in Bearsden.

Gang jailed over fake valium tablets

A court hears the operation in a garage in Paisley produced more than 1.6m tablets.

Car crashes into front garden in Glasgow

The incident happened in Tantallion Road in the Shawlands area on Monday evening.

Man dies after being hit by car in Paisley

The man died after the incident on Gallow Green Road in Paisley.

Motorway delays caused by swan wandering onto M8

Morning rush hour traffic faced delays when the bird wandered onto the carriageway.

The female shipbuilder cast aside after the war

Janet Harvey is 96 and is finally being recognised for her work in the shipyards during the war.

Man in court charged with Glasgow sexual assault

Ji Ren Lin is alleged to have attacked a teenager in Glasgow city centre last week.

Scotland's child obesity 'far worse than thought'

Experts say there are "large numbers" of young people who appear healthy but have "high body fat content".

New director for Glasgow School of Art

Prof Irene McAra-McWilliam will take on the role for one year before a full candidate search is undertaken.

Transplant patient developed cancer after receiving new kidney

Pauline Hunt, from Ayrshire, is calling for an inquiry after developing cancer following the transplant.

Man jailed in Glasgow for trying to kill ex girlfriend

David Monroe went to Nattassja Cairns' flat and punched, kicked and stabbed her, scarring her for life.

Man dies after being hit by taxi in Glasgow's west end

The 61-year-old was struck by the car on Dumbarton Road, near the junction with Hayburn Street, on Sunday.

Celtic: Leigh Griffiths returns after 'dark times'

Leigh Griffiths says he had to overcome "dark times" to return from injury and score the third goal in Celtic's 3-0 win over H...

Celtic face Airdrieonians in Scottish Cup, Rangers visit Cowdenbeath

Scottish Cup holders Celtic will start their defence of the trophy at home to Scottish League One side Airdrieonians.

Niko Matawalu: Glasgow Warriors star shines on 100th appearance

Head coach Dave Rennie is full of praise for two-try Niko Matawalu as the Fijian celebrates his 100th Glasgow appearance in style.

Pro14: Glasgow Warriors 40-15 Cardiff Blues - Hosts go 13 clear at summit

Niko Matawalu scores two tries as Glasgow Warriors go 13 points clear at the Pro14 Conference A summit by thumping Cardiff Blues.

Steven Gerrard: I will fall out with people to keep Alfredo Morelos

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard will "fight tooth and nail" to keep striker Alfredo Morelos at Ibrox for as long as he can.

Hundreds of babies born in Scotland addicted to drugs

Data from health boards shows 584 infants were delivered suffering from neonatal abstinence syndrome since 2015.

Man arrested over sexual assault in Glasgow city centre

A 17-year-old girl was attacked on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow on Wednesday night.

CCTV not working at Ayrshire hospital where worker stabbed

Cameras at the Ayrshire hospital where a worker was wounded had been out of action for "a number of years".

Independent inquiry call into curfew breach murder

It follows the killing of a young father who was stabbed to death by a man who was "unlawfully at large".

Mental health review ordered after deaths at Polmont

The Scottish government says there will be a review of mental health services for young people in custody.

Man 'critical' after being hit by car in Paisley

Police are appealing for witnesses after the 64-year-old was struck in Paisley on Thursday evening.

Sex attack on teenage girl in Glasgow city centre

Police said the 17-year-old was attacked in Sauchiehall Street on Wednesday night.

ScotRail apology over ticket machine fault

The train company said a software issue had caused problems at self-service ticket machines.

Your pictures

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 17 - 23 November.

Dashcam footage appeal over Ailsa Hospital stabbing

Police urge drivers to come forward if they have any footage of a female suspect in the case.

Supermarket aisle acid attacker jailed for four years

The man threw acid over another man in a Scotmid Store, causing blisters to his skin.

Trevor Carson: Motherwell goalkeeper out with deep vein thrombosis

Motherwell goalkeeper Trevor Carson is out for "an extended part of the season after developing deep vein thrombosis", the club sa...

Scottish Premiership: Hamilton Academical v Celtic

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

Scottish Premiership: Motherwell v Aberdeen

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Motherwell and Aberdeen.

Scottish Premiership: Rangers v Livingston

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Rangers and Livingston.

Scottish Premiership: St Johnstone v Kilmarnock

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between St Johnstone and Kilmarnock.

Scottish Premiership: St Mirren v Heart of Midlothian

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between St Mirren and Heart of Midlothian.

Jeane Freeman named Scotland's Politician of the Year

The health secretary is given the award just five months after taking on the role in Nicola Sturgeon's Cabinet.

'Plane-spotting helps my autistic son'

Calum Thomson's "happy place" is Glasgow Airport and he goes plane-spotting there almost every day.

Film Dinner for One to get UK premiere after 50 years

The film, starring Grimsby's Freddie Frinton, is the most repeated programme ever but has never been shown in the UK.

Final Still Game to launch new BBC Scotland TV channel

The comedy's ninth and last series will debut on 24 February 2019 - the first night of the new BBC Scotland channel.

Shaun's Law: Changes made to 'barbaric' post-mortem rule

The new guidelines are aimed at preventing families having to face long waits before they can bury their loved ones.

'Depraved' cadet leader who abused children jailed

The former Kilmarnock air cadet leader plied boys with drink before abusing them over a 13-year-period.

'Street in the sky' bridge planned for M8 at Sighthill

A planning application is about to be submitted which would see a new pedestrian bridge over the M8.

Man dies after being found seriously injured in Glasgow

The 28-year-old was discovered with serious injuries in a street in the Milton area of Glasgow on Sunday.

Woman 'stabbed' in grounds of Ailsa Hospital in Ayr

Police are searching the area around Ailsa Hospital in Ayr after reports of a nurse being attacked.

Gerard Butler highlights work of Scots charity in Haiti

The Scottish actor highlights the work of Mary's Meals shortly after losing Californian home in wildfires.

Man charged over assault after body found in Clydebank

The body James McGowan, 49, of was discovered by police in the Whitecrook area of Clydebank on 4 November.

Over 350 cracks found in Hunterston B nuclear reactor

Recent inspections of Hunterston B's reactor three pushes the total above government safety limits.

Surgery delays continue across Glasgow after unit closure

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde said staff were working to re-open the Cowlairs decontamination unit.

Water supply to be shut off at children's hospital

The Royal Hospital for Children will have no running water for two short periods after a bacteria scare.

Man due in court over street murder bid outside pub

A 20-year-old man has been charged in connection with an attempted murder outside a bar in Prestwick.

Clydebank pensioner to stand trial accused of killing wife

The 76-year-old from Clydebank is accused of killing his wife by failing to get her medical help.

Council apologise over movie shoot bus lane fine blunder

Glasgow City Council suspended a bus lane restriction for a Holywood film but kept fining drivers.

Clydesdale Bank owner sets aside another £150m for PPI

Full-year financial results for the owner of the Clydesdale Bank show the cost of the scandal has led to a £145m loss.

Rangers: Kent & Barisic nearing return, says boss Gerrard

Ryan Kent and Borna Barisic are both close to a comeback, says Rangers manager Steven Gerrard.

Queen's Park 1-2 Connah's Quay Nomads: I don't know what sport that was - Hart

Queen's Park goalkeeper Jordan Hart says "I don't know what sport that was" as his side lose to Connah's Quay Nomads i...

Stuart Hogg: Scotland star keen to end Glasgow career with 'best season'

Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg aims to sign off his Glasgow career with his "best season" as he revels in his return to the Test a...

Huw Jones: Glasgow & Scotland centre's future to be clarified amid Leicester reports

The future of Glasgow and Scotland centre Huw Jones should become clearer "in the next couple of weeks" amid reported interest fro...

Daniel Candeias: Rangers winger's second yellow card v St Mirren for 'gestures' to Anton Ferdinand

Rangers winger Daniel Candeias was sent off against St Mirren for making "gestures" to Buddies defender Anton Ferdinand, referee W...

Stuart Hogg: Exeter winger Alex Cuthbert excited by Scotland full-back's signing

Exeter Chiefs' former Wales wing Alex Cuthbert says Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg will thrive at Sandy Park.

Celtic sign Ettorito97 & ildistruttore-44... for esports team

The transfer window might not be open, but Celtic have signed Ettore 'Ettorito97' Giannuzzi and Luca 'ildistruttore-44' Tube...

Michael Johnston: Celtic winger signs new five-year contract

Winger Michael Johnston says he has "improved a lot" after signing a new contract to stay at Celtic until 2023.

Pedestrian dies in hospital after two-car crash

The 55-year-old woman was injured on Fulton Street, Glasgow, on 10 November.

Armed men attack elderly woman and son in Troon home

Police are looking for two men following the assault at a house in Troon on Sunday.

Man jailed for raping and abusing girl in Campbeltown

James McPhee admitted first targeting the girl in Campbeltown when she was aged six years old.

Armed robbers posed as police in Rolex raid at Ayr home

The thieves targeted a 21-year-old woman after her partner put an expensive watch for sale online.

Celtic 'contribute more to Scottish economy than Commonwealth Games', says report

Celtic contribute about £165m to Scotland's economy annually, according to Fraser of Allander Institute economists.

Scottish SPCA bid to rehome 'escaped' pet raccoon

The animal is believed to have been on the loose in the Libberton area of South Lanarkshire for several months.

Truck driver seriously hurt in Dalry bridge crash

The 61-year-old driver's skip truck hit a bridge in Dalry before crashing into a BMW car.

Five children rescued from burning flats in Coatbridge

The children were rescued from flats in Stewart Court in Coatbridge by firefighters at about 01:00.

Ravers 'Choose Life'

A Scottish record label is organising a series of raves around Scotland to raise awareness of mental illness.

Pop Idol assault accused lodges self defence claim

Pop Idol winner Michelle McManus was allegedly attacked with a guitar case in a Glasgow bar.

Ex-Celtic Boys Club coach Torbett to appeal sex abuse conviction

The founder of Celtic Boys Club was jailed for six years for abusing three boys between 1986 and 1994.

Scottish kelp harvesting plan 'entirely sustainable'

An Ayr-based company says it could be a key ingredient in products including cancer drugs.

500 'nuclear safety events' at Faslane

Figures show an increase in recorded incidents in recent years, with 80 in 2016 and 73 last year.

Celtic legend Bobby Lennox in home town statue honour

A statue of the Lisbon Lion was unveiled in Saltcoats to mark the player's contribution to the club.

Biker fighting for life after Rutherglen crash

The man's Harley Davidson and a BMW car collided near a junction in Rutherglen on Saturday.

Man seriously hurt after being knocked to ground in Ayrshire fight

The 50-year-old man was assaulted and fell, hitting his head on the pavement in Prestwick Main Street.

How running 'helped me to reach my clean Sundays'

Ronnie and Iain are both in recovery and are both running to help them feel "alive".

James Watt Street blaze: How 22 died in Glasgow 50 years ago

The James Watt Street blaze was the most deadly in Glasgow since World War Two yet there is no memorial.

Man, 33, seriously hurt after "violent" Johnstone knife attack

A 33-year-old was found with serious injuries to his face and head in Graham Street on Friday evening.

The homeowners 'conned' by Green Deal firm Helms

The government-backed scheme left many unable to cope with long-term debt they did not know they would have.

Clyde gets its first opening road bridge

The crossing will link Renfrew and Yoker and is the centrepiece of a new development plan.

Sterilisation concerns halt Glasgow hospital operations

Work at a Glasgow decontamination centre is stopped after it failed a safety inspection.

Second man charged over Shettleston shooting

A 42-year-old man was seriously wounded by intruders at a flat in Shettleston last month.

A watchdog finds it was acceptable for a police driver to knock down a knifeman

A driver who used his car to disable an assailant who stabbed two colleague used 'sound judgement', a review finds

Liverpool and Scotland's Kenny Dalglish receives knighthood

The footballer and manager was honoured for "services to football, charity, and the city of Liverpool".

Your pictures

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 9 - 16 November.

Man seriously injured after being struck by car in Glasgow

The 47-year-old was hit by a Renault Megane on Crownpoint Road in the Gallowgate area of Glasgow.

Three arrested after death of man in Gartcosh house

The body of Stephen Anderson, 51, was discovered in a property in Gartcosh more than two weeks ago.

Police Scotland cyber kiosks 'could be unlawful'

The introduction of technology allowing police to gather data from mobile phones faces delays.

Melbourne shipwreck beer back in Glasgow after 150 years

Diver Jim Anderson discovered the 150-year-old Tennent's stout on a sunken clipper off the coast of Australia.

Scottish Event Campus lodges £200m expansion plan

The management at Scotland's largest music venue want to add more meeting areas and a new entrance.

Man convicted of street knife murder bid caught on CCTV

David Holmes stabbed Gary Haggerty four times in the stomach in Duntocher, West Dunbartonshire.

Art school admits 'poor communications' after Mack fire

Muriel Gray, chair of the Glasgow School of Art board, gave evidence before the culture committee.

Ryanair reinstates four Glasgow Airport routes

The airline cut 20 of its 23 services out of Glasgow Airport in February amid concerns over air passenger duty.

Celtic icon Willie Cringan's Cup medal may fetch £2,000

The 15-carat gold piece won by former captain Willie Cringan will go under the hammer next week.

Police on streets one week after Pollokshaws killing

Officers look for information about the knife attack which killed Owen Hassan in Pollokshaws.

Man guilty of attempted murder of baby in Clydebank flat

William Robertson left the nine-month-old girl with a fractured skull after repeatedly striking her on the head and body.

Taekwondo instructor raped vulnerable pupil in Helensburgh

Edward Monaghan attacked the woman, who has learning disabilities, when he was supposed to be giving her private lessons.

Overturned car leads to delays in Glasgow city centre

A crash in Glasgow city centre added to traffic problems this morning, after a car overturned.

Second man reported over Trump paraglider protest at Turnberry

A paraglider pilot flew over the Turnberry resort in protest at Donald Trump's visit to the UK in July.

Medical worker in Kilmarnock suspended over data breach

A medical worker has been suspended from Crosshouse Hospital over claims that several female patients were contacted.

Coatbridge man who stabbed partner after broken table row is jailed

Francis McCudden attacked his partner after a row over a broke coffee table.

'Wonderful' church organ sent to Germany

A Renfrewshire church put the organ online to find a new home for the instrument, built in 1904.

Drink-driving charge after motorcyclist died in crash

A man has appeared in court after a motorcyclist died in a crash near East Kilbride on Saturday morning.

Bride tells of shock at Berketex wedding firm collapse

A Scottish woman tells how she lost her dress when bridal wear firm Berketex called in administrators.

Ex-director backs call for Mackintosh restoration trust

Former Glasgow School of Art director says such a move would leave governors free to run the school.

Two men hunted over knife murder in Pollokshaws street

The men attacked Owen Hassan after approaching him outside his mother's bar in the southside of Glasgow.

Big Noise charity appoints former banker as new chairman

A musical charity which helps children from disadvantaged backgrounds appoints a former banker.

Man jailed for historic sex offences against three girls in Ayr

John Marcellino, 54, targeted three girls at a house in Ayr between December 1998 and August 2000.

Daughter's plea over mother missing for a year

Patricia Henry, of Girvan, has not been seen by family or friends since disappearing last November.

Ex-UBS trader Kweku Adoboli detained again

Campaigners say he could be deported to Ghana as early as this week.

Man in court over Darren Sinclair Drumchapel death

Robert Dunn, 20, is alleged to have acted with another person in the killing of Darren Sinclair in Glasgow.

Man, 21, stabbed in disturbance at house in Cambuslang

He was taken to hospital with serious injuries after the incident in Cambuslang at the weekend.

Glasgow School of Art bosses hit back at fire criticism

In its submission to MSPs the board denies there was a "systemic management failure" in its fire safety planning.

Rare photos show life in Glasgow Barracks during WW1

Images showing how life was in Glasgow's Maryhill Barracks during WW1 go on display near the original site.

'Hero' boy backs first aid in schools campaign

Cayden Mcauley's basic first aid skills helped save his mums life and he wants others to have similar training.

Police search Maryhill flats after firearm alert

Officers were called to the Glenavon Road flats in Glasgow's Maryhill area at about 08:30.

Actor Gerard Butler's home destroyed by California wildfire

Scottish actor Gerard Butler was among thousands of people evacuated as blazes spread across California.

Woman possibly hit by two cars involved in Glasgow crash

The 55-year-old is in a critical condition after being hit as she stood behind her parked car.

Police name biker killed in 'wrong way' crash

The 24-year-old died after he was thrown from his red Suzuki in the collision on the East Kilbride expressway.

Actress Shirley Hellyar who fundraised for own funeral dies aged 40

Shirley Hellyar said she wanted to spare her parents the burden as they had already buried one child.

Man arrested over Drumchapel death

The body of 27-year-old Darren Sinclair was found by a member of the public on a footpath on Tuesday.

Curtis Main will assess Motherwell future in January

Motherwell striker Curtis Main says he will assess his future in January, despite his Fir Park contract having just eight months left to run...

Scotland to fall silent in remembrance

On the centenary of the Armistice that ended World War One, commemorative events are being held across the country.

How news of the Armistice broke in Scotland

New wireless technology was used to tell people in remote communities that the war was over.

In Pictures: Scottish landmarks turn red for Armistice

The Kelpies and Edinburgh Castle are among 150 landmarks illuminated for Armistice commemorations.

Man in hospital after Paisley river rescue

The man was pulled out of the White Cart Water in Paisley at about 15:45.

Ayr United v Queen of the South

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

Greenock Morton v Alloa Athletic

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

Partick Thistle v Inverness CT

Live coverage followed by match report of Saturday's Scottish Championship game between Partick Thistle and Inverness Caledonian Thistle...

Your pictures: Remembrance displays around Scotland

A selection of your poignant photos of displays from across the country.

Burst water main hits gas supplies in 300 Bearsden homes

Engineers have pumped out more than 13,000 litres of water in a bid to restore gas supplies to 300 homes in Bearsden.

UFC 233: Joanne Calderwood to fight Ariane Lipski

Scotland's Joanne Calderwood aims to stretch her unbeaten record at flyweight when she meets Ariane Lipski at UFC 233 in January.

Heart of Midlothian v Kilmarnock

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

Dundee v St Mirren

Stats followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Dundee and St Mirren.

How my tweet about WW2 started a debate

‘Did Pakistanis ever defend Britain?’ We spoke to Scottish-Pakistani writer Amna Saleem

Serious crash closes part of East Kilbride expressway

The East Kilbride expressway has been closed in both directions following the accident just before 07:00.

Third man charged over 51-year-old's death

Two other men have already appeared in court in connection with the death of Kevin McGuire in Wishaw.

Review to examine concerns over Monklands Hospital site proposals

NHS Lanarkshire's preferred option is to move the hospital to Gartcosh - about five miles away from its current site in Airdrie.

Olivier Ntcham: Celtic midfielder signs new deal until 2022

Celtic midfielder Olivier Ntcham signs a new four-year contract tying him to the club until 2022.

Plans lodged to rebuild fire-hit Cameron House Hotel at Loch Lomond

The 18th Century hotel, on the banks of Loch Lomond was ravaged by fire in December last year.

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A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 2 - 9 November.

'Whole picture'

Conscientious objectors should be remembered in order to give a 'whole' view of war, according to the Edinburgh Peace and Justice Ce...

Historic sailing ship to return home

The Falls of Clyde will be brought back to Scotland from Hawaii, 140 years after it was built on the Clyde.

Nikola Katic: 'Unlucky' Rangers lost 'four stupid goals' to Spartak Moscow

Rangers were "unlucky" as they lost "four stupid goals" to Spartak Moscow, says Nikola Katic.

Celtic 2-1 RB Leipzig: Brendan Rodgers hails best home win in Europe

Brendan Rodgers says the 2-1 win over RB Leipzig in the Europa League is Celtic's best at home in Europe since he became manager.

Gerrard rues 'basic errors' in Moscow thriller

Manager Steven Gerrard blames poor defending for Rangers' 11-game unbeaten Europa League run being ended by Spartak Moscow.

Rangers to complain about ref Willie Collum after Daniel Candeias red card

Rangers say they will make a complaint about referee Willie Collum after he sent off midfielder Daniel Candeias against St Mirren.

Daniel Candeias: Rangers lose appeal against second booking at St Mirren

Rangers lose their appeal against the second yellow card shown to Daniel Candeias against St Mirren.

Tour guide shares tales of his life on the streets

Former heroin user and gambling addict Daniel Collins is a tour guide with a difference.

PwC: Number of shop closures in Scotland 'accelerates'

A report attributes the rise in part to growth in online shopping and a shift to in-home leisure.

Man appears in court over Glasgow handgun murder bid

Michael Frati allegedly carried out the murder bid on Brian McGloin on Wellshot Road, Glasgow.

Murder victim subjected to 'extremely violent' attack

Owen Hassan died in hospital after he was found injured on Greenview Street in the Shawlands area.

Drunk man who fell on baby strapped into car seat is jailed

The five-week-old boy suffered blood clots outside the brain after the incident at a house in Twechar.

Officers injured in knife attack honoured for bravery

PC Laura Sayer and PC Kenneth MacKenzie were attacked in a flat on Gateside Gardens, Greenock.

Man jailed for importing firearms to sell on eBay

Shezad Khan paid £3,200 to order the weapons from a company based in the Czech Republic.

Sex attacker caught by teenage victim's father in East Kilbride street

The 25-year-old attempted to rape his victim after following her off a bus in East Kilbride.

Glasgow plan to curb city car use

The council wants to restrict car numbers on two city centre streets to boost public transport.

Guilty of abuse

The founder of Celtic Boys Club, Jim Torbett, used football as a cover for his paedophile crimes.

Plane plummets 500ft in 18 seconds

Fourty-four passengers and four crew were on board during the incident on the Flybe flight in January.

Man charged after attempted murder shooting in Glasgow flat

A 42-year-old man was shot by two masked intruders in Glasgow's Shettleston area on Saturday 13 October.

Glasgow University buildings closed by 'gas alert'

Glasgow University's Stevenson sport building and neighbouring Rankine building reopen after carbon monoxide alert.

Detectives launch probe after suspicious street death

Police said a 30-year-old man died in hospital after he was found seriously injured in Shawlands.

Celtic threatened with legal action over paedophile Jim Torbett

A lawyer has called on the Parkhead board to meet victims of ex-Celtic Boys Club coach Jim Torbett.

Murder inquiry launched after Drumchapel body find

Detectives investigating the death of Darren Sinclair in Drumchapel say it is being treated as murder.

Police probe after bleeding man took bus to hospital

The man was treated at Hairmyers Hospital but then transferred to an intensive care unit in Glasgow.

Daniel Candeias: Rangers appeal against second booking at St Mirren

Rangers will find out on Thursday whether the second yellow card shown to Daniel Candeias against St Mirren will be overturned.

Spartak Moscow v Rangers

Ryan Kent and Kyle Lafferty will miss Rangers' Europa League meeting with Spartak Moscow in Russia, manager Steven Gerrard confirms.

Celtic 'must be aggressive' against Leipzig

Celtic "can't afford to be timid" against Thursday's Europa League opponents RB Leipzig, says manager Brendan Rodgers.

Christie holds 'positive' talks on new Celtic deal

Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie says he is hoping to conclude "very positive" talks on a new contract soon.

Teenager's jail term extended after primary school fire

Colin McDonald, 18, targeted Gowanbank Primary in Glasgow on December 7, 2016.

Glasgow nightclubs can now apply to stay open until 4am

Clubs will be allowed to stay open until 4am if they pass strict criteria.

Celtic express 'deep regret' over Torbett child abuse

The club released a statement two days after Jim Torbett was jailed at the High Court in Glasgow.

JK Rowling sues former employee for £24,000

The Harry Potter author claims the ex-employee used her money to fund shopping sprees for luxury goods.

Celtic criticised for silence over child abuser Jim Torbett

Celtic FC has not commented after Boys Club founder Jim Torbett was jailed for child sex abuse.

Lewis Morgan: Celtic winger wants to 'get settled' after just one start

Lewis Morgan has no plans to go out on loan and insists he wants to "get settled" at Celtic after making his first start last mont...

Man's body found on waste ground in Glasgow

A large police cordon has been put up around the area in Glasgow where the man's body was discovered.

Several fire crews came under attack on Bonfire Night

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has said several crews were subjected to "completely unacceptable" attacks.

Celtic's Daniel Arzani ruled out until next season with ACL injury

Celtic winger Daniel Arzani confirms he has suffered an ACL knee injury that will rule him out until next season.

A body has been found in the search for a missing woman

The family of missing Caroline McCafferty have been told that a body has been found in a house in Irvine.

Ice hockey: Pete Russell slams 'negative and lazy' Glasgow Clan

Glasgow Clan were "negative and lazy" in their defeat to Belfast Giants claims head coach Pete Russell.

Late free-kick secures Aberdeen win

Lewis Ferguson is Aberdeen's hero for the second time in a week as his late free-kick gives the Dons a late win at Kilmarnock.

Hibs thump Motherwell to win Scottish Women's Cup

Jamie-Lee Napier scores a hat-trick as Hibernian hammer Motherwell 8-0 at Firhill to win the Scottish Cup for a third year in a row.

Steven Gerrard: Rangers boss says Daniel Candeias red card 'embarrassing'

Winger Daniel Candeias' sending off against St Mirren was "embarrassing", says Rangers manager Steven Gerrard.

Celtic 5-0 Hearts: Reigning champions outclass leaders Hearts with thumping win

Free-scoring Celtic recorded their second 5-0 victory in a row and moved within a point of Hearts after thumping the Premiership leaders at ...

St Mirren 0-2 Rangers: Candeias & Morelos with late strikes for visitors

Daniel Candeias and Alfredo Morelos score in the final 10 minutes as Rangers consign St Mirren to a seventh successive Premiership defeat.

Hamilton Academical 1-0 Livingston: Mason Bloomfield's late goal gives hosts win

Mason Bloomfield's late winner against Livingston gives Hamilton Academical just their third win of the season.

Motherwell 1-0 Dundee: Super strike from Turnbull earns first home win

David Turnbull crashes in a wonderful strike to give Motherwell their first Premiership home win of the season.

Falkirk 0-1 Ayr United: Craig Moore's goal strengthens visitors lead

Ayr United strengthen their lead at the top of the Championship by beating bottom club Falkirk.

'It's hard to stop one or two idiots' - St Mirren chief exec against 'strict liability'

It would be wrong to punish Scottish clubs for the misconduct of fans, says St Mirren chief executive Tony Fitzpatrick.

Celtic Boys Club founder Jim Torbett guilty of abusing boys

Jim Torbett was convicted of abusing three boys between August 1986 and August 1994 after a trial.

World Cup ambulance damage: Four people charged

Three men and a woman are charged with criminal damage after England's World Cup quarter-final win.

Cats injuries in Dalmally 'could be caused by snares'

The Scottish SPCA is investigating after a number of reports of unexplained injuries in Dalmally.

Police launch 'unexplained' death probe after body find

Police have launched an investigation after the body of a man was found in West Dunbartonshire.

Safety fears over Bonfire Night crews

Firefighters raise concerns as the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service launches a campaign against abuse.

Concern grows for woman missing from Irvine

Caroline McCafferty, 31, was last seen in a shopping centre in Irvine in North Ayrshire almost a week ago.

Alfredo Morelos: St Mirren 'will find and ban' fan who threw missile

St Mirren will find the culprit and impose a ban after an apparent missile-throwing incident in their loss to Rangers, says chief executive ...

Man charged over security guard's death near Newarthill

Mohammad Abu Sammour, 49, was found critically injured at a new housing development in North Lanarkshire.

Sikh community to mark Jagtar Singh Johal's arrest

Jagtar Singh Johal is one of 10 men accused of involvement in the murder of a Hindu nationalist leader a year ago.

Bid to bring Scots cancer patient 'stranded' on Indian Ocean island home

Scottish social worker Jon Paul McAllister is seriously ill in hospital on an island in the Indian Ocean.

Flood warnings issued for parts of Scotland

The remnants of Hurricane Oscar have caused a wet and windy start to the weekend in some areas of Scotland.

M77 traffic disrupted after horsebox overturns

Two southbound lanes of the M77 are blocked following the incident on Saturday morning.

'My body, my rules. My life, not yours'

The 20-year-old student from Nairn who turned her harassment into award-winning art.

Man arrested by murder probe detectives over vehicle theft

Security supervisor Mohammad Abu Sammour was found fatally injured at a housing development in North Lanarkshire.

Glasgow School of Art boss Prof Tom Inns steps down

Prof Tom Inns' five years in charge covered the school's Mackintosh building being twice ravaged by fire.

'Food share'

How a community group is using unwanted food to tackle poverty and help protect the environment.

Paisley Fireworks Spectacular cancelled due to weather

Renfrewshire Council said high winds and rain being forecast made it impossible to stage the event safely.

Abuse 'normalised' at Quarriers children's home, inquiry hears

A former Quarriers resident tells the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry the home was like a military institution.

Your pictures

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 26 October - 2 November.

Roadchef workers closer to shares payout after legal battle

Campaigners welcome a move by HMRC to release millions of pounds wrongly paid in tax following a 20-year battle.

Four-year-old Kilmarnock fan recites every player by shirt number

A cute video shows four-year old Harry Wallace rhyming off all 29 players in the squad by their shirt numbers.

Woman jailed for killing lover with whiskey gift

Alexis Cook, 32, attacked butcher James McGrogan in his Coatbridge flat on the day he turned 54.

Man and woman arrested over Greenock flat stabbing

Police said the victim, a 48-year-old man, was discovered in a flat in Lyle Street at about 18:40 on Thursday.

Family of woman killed by boyfriend left 'heartbroken'

Lynn Forde was found dead in Coatbridge - 24 hours before her boyfriend's body was discovered.

Petrol station badly damaged after deliberate fire

Police said firefighters prevented the flames spreading to the pumps at a BP station in Bearsden.

Stranraer rail service back in service after two months

Trains between Stranraer and Ayr were cancelled after a building next to Ayr station was deemed unsafe.

Police release CCTV after serious assault in Paisley pub

Police have released CCTV of a man who may be able to assist with enquiries surrounding a serious assault in Paisley

Two men fled security guard murder scene in stolen van

Security supervisor Mohammad Abu Sammour was found fatally injured at a housing development in North Lanarkshire.

People's Palace needs up to £350,000 of modifications

Up to £350,000 of work is needed as the adjoining Winter Gardens will close at the end of the year.

Rush hour travel chaos after 20 vehicles crash on M8

The pile up came after five cars were involved in the initial crash near Junction 30 on the eastbound M8.