COP26 bin strikes back on after pay deal rejected

GMB Scotland said the walk out by cleansing and refuse staff in Glasgow would begin at 00:01 on Monday.

Glaswegians greet COP26 with pessimism and hope

On day one of COP26, BBC Scotland speaks to people living and working around the climate summit in Glasgow.

COP26: 'Moment of truth' as world meets for climate summit

COP26 begins in Glasgow, amid dire warnings for the future if urgent climate action is not taken.

COP26: Zero emission buses to transport delegates in Glasgow

A fleet of sustainable shuttle buses will be operated between Glasgow city centre and the COP26 summit venue.

COP26: How Glasgow is hosting world leaders

About 120 world leaders from US President Joe Biden to the prime minister of Andorra will be in Glasgow for COP26.

Faith groups and pilgrims lead Glasgow COP26 climate protests

Thousands of activists head to Glasgow to make their climate change concerns known.

COP26: Climate summit venue becomes UN territory

The Scottish Event Campus is handed over to the United Nations ahead of the start of COP26 on Sunday.

New pay deal offered in Glasgow COP26 bin strike dispute

The GMB says it will have to put the deal to members before strike action can be called off.

McVitie's closure: Last-ditch attempt to save factory fails

An action group trying to prevent the business from closing says it has been unsuccessful.

Covid: NHS Grampian 'to get military help next week'

NHS Grampian's announcement comes as NHS Lothian and NHS Ayrshire and Arran also warn of "extreme pressure".

Thousands miss out on care due to staff shortages

Some people with serious disabilities and terminal illnesses have already lost their carers.

Is Glasgow on course for a green future?

One man who has witnessed Glasgow change over the decades is boatman George Parsonage, but can the city steer a course for a greener future?...

Woman and children recovering after being hit by car in Carluke

The four pedestrians were injured in Carluke on Wednesday and transferred to hospital in Glasgow.

Man jailed for repeated attacks on baby

A judge told William McAslan he had put the tiny child through 100 days of misery.

COP26: Nicola Sturgeon urges protesters not to disrupt Glasgow

The first minister calls on climate activists not to worsen disruption for residents of Scotland's biggest city which is hosting COP26.

New wind farm to power Amazon's operations

Amazon is buying 100% of the output from a project on the Kintyre peninsula run by ScottishPower Renewables.

'I was a heroin addict at 18, now I'm a footballer'

Hamilton Academical's Sarah Rhind was a heroin addict and had been homeless for four years when her dad died in a car crash. That pushed...

Transphobic charges dropped against Marion Millar

The Crown will not pursue charges against activist Marion Millar after she was accused of abusive behaviour.

Glasgow Christmas market and lights switch-on scrapped

Market organisers said they were unable to reach an agreement with Glasgow Life.

COP26 protesters planning high impact disruption

Extinction Rebellion activists say they are prepared to be arrested to get their message across.

Frustration as island ferry struggles with demand

For Mull, the biggest problem is capacity, with islanders struggling to get a space on the ferry.

Torrential rain causes heavy flooding in Glasgow

Footage shared on social media showed abandoned cars and queues of traffic on Great Western Road.

Rail strike action during COP26 called off after pay deal agreed

The RMT accepts a new pay offer which will provide its ScotRail members with a 2.5% pay rise.

Budget 2021: Funding for Scottish projects in Budget

A community bid to buy Britain's remotest pub are among initiatives across Scotland set to receive investment.

Three children struck by car in Carluke

The Scottish Ambulance Service says ten crews were sent to the scene in Carluke just after 15:00.

Protest events are biggest Covid 'concern' at COP26

A small upturn in infection rates could see a return to exponential growth, warns a public health expert.

Second hearing over MP Margaret Ferrier's Covid rule breach charge

Margaret Ferrier is accused of travelling from Glasgow to London in the knowledge she had coronavirus symptoms.

M74 crash leaves eight-mile queues at rush hour

Police and a road recovery unit were sent to the scene on the northbound carriageway.

Heavy rain leads to cross-border rail disruption

Avanti West Coast is advising passengers not travel to or from Glasgow Central, Edinburgh, Motherwell or Lockerbie.

COP26: Deadline day to avert crippling rail strike

ScotRail and the Scottish government have given the RMT until 17:00 on Wednesday to accept their offer.

Queen will not attend COP26 climate change summit

Buckingham Palace says the Queen, who has been advised to rest, is "disappointed" not to attend.

Major study to gather long Covid patient data in Scotland

It is hoped the results of the study could be used to forecast which patients will need treatment.

Van driver dies following HGV collision in Girvan

Police said the 64-year-old died five days after the crash with a lorry on 15 October in Girvan.

Airbnb host banned for inflating price by $2,000 during COP26

The Glasgow host said he had "missed out on a great deal of money" after seeing rental prices soar.

Walter Smith: Former Rangers, Everton and Scotland manager dies at age 73

Walter Smith, one of Rangers' most successful managers and who had spells in charge of Everton and Scotland, has died at the age of 73.

Greta Thunberg to march at Glasgow climate protest

The Swedish activist invites rail and council workers who plan on striking during COP26 to join her.

COP26 volunteers proud to help showcase Glasgow and its people

A 1,000-strong team of volunteers have taken to the streets of Glasgow to play their part in COP26.

John Needham: St Mirren chairman subject of SFA investigation over Rangers tweets

The Scottish FA is investigating "inappropriate" tweets made about Rangers by St Mirren chairman John Needham.

Bus strike called off after pay deal agreed

The industrial action affecting Stagecoach West Scotland services has been cancelled after a pay offer was accepted by staff.

Ayrshire man jailed for fatal shooting of childhood friend

James Ferguson, also known by the name Garland Greene, had known his victim since they were four years old.

Hospitals inquiry: Patient had fits after infection

Molly Cuddihy told the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry she was left "very frightened" by the seizures.

Schools pause facial recognition lunch plans

Nine schools in Scotland had planned to allow pupils to pay for their meals using the technology.

Council and rail unions step closer to COP26 strikes

Refuse and recycling workers, along with ScotRail staff, could all be taking industrial action during the summit.

Ex-police sergeant put on sex offenders register

Paul Bucknall, 52, sent indecent online messages to two undercover police officers posing as parents.

COP 26: Glasgow ready 'with caveats' for climate summit

Council leader Susan Aitken said cleansing staff were "working round the clock" for the UN climate summit.

New Kirk moderator supports decriminalisation of drug possession

The Rev Iain Greenshields says he personally believes that addiction should be treated as public health issue.

Who owns Scotland? Mapping the land in our towns and cities

Martin Geissler looks at who owns buildings and spaces in our towns and cities and why it matters.

St Mirren 1-2 Rangers: Alfredo Morelos scored his 100th goal in Scottish football

Alfredo Morelos scores his 100th Rangers goal as the Scottish Premiership champions roar back from behind to beat St Mirren.

Mogwai win Scottish album of the year award

The Scottish band won for their tenth album, which shot straight to the top of the charts.

Celtic 2-0 St Johnstone: Giakoumakis nets on first start

Giorgios Giakoumakis marks his first start with his maiden goal as Celtic beat St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership to extend their winn...

Greta Thunberg: 'We need public pressure, not just summits'

The climate activist speaks to the BBC about the COP26 conference, emissions targets and rickrolling.

NHS board tells patients not to go to A&E unless 'life-threatening'

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde says patients should not turn up at A&E unless their condition is threatening their life.

Scottish government 'perplexed' at RMT over ScotRail strike

The Scottish government says the union is "letting members down" by not agreeing to resolve a pay dispute.

Timothy Chiwaula: Body found in search for missing student

Timothy Chiwaula, 23, had been missing from his home in Glasgow for over a week.

Sailor wins award for stunning Afghanistan images

Royal Navy's photographic awards showcase Afghanistan withdrawal and operations overseas.

COP26: Disruption forecast in Glasgow as busy roads begin to close

Key routes near the SEC will close over the weekend and some commuters are expecting "major challenges".

Scotrail strikes set to go ahead during COP26 summit

The RMT union rejects the latest offer from ScotRail in a dispute over pay and conditions.

Covid in Scotland: NHS Lanarkshire moves to 'highest risk level'

The health board warns its hospitals are at maximum capacity and describes occupancy levels as "critical.

Glasgow art school building should be 'faithfully' restored

GSA bosses said this was the "best option" for the building, which was destroyed by fire in 2018.

Boy, 16, and woman critically ill after Ayr explosion

The 16-year-old boy and a 43-year-old woman were injured in the blast at a house in Ayr on Monday, along with two others.

Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Glasgow council to pay £1.3m to man abused by foster carer

The man will receive the money from Glasgow City Council after being abused as child over five years.

Police appeal for help tracing missing man Ross Wright

People are urged not to approach Ross Wright if they see him, but to contact police straight away.

Home demolished following Ayr explosion

Thirty five properties remain cordoned off following the blast in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, on Monday.

Man dies in Crete while trying to save grandsons

The 60-year-old was trying to prevent the boys, aged seven and 10, from being swept out to sea.

Unboxed: Oil rig in lido to form part of UK-wide arts event

The decommissioned North Sea platform will relocate to Weston-super-Mare as part of 2022's Unboxed.

The day a Scottish shopping street exploded

Fifty years ago, a row of shops exploded killing 22 people and injuring more than 100, mostly women.

Police Scotland investigate reports of spiking by injection

One woman student tells BBC Scotland that she believes she was spiked by a needle while on a night out.

COP26: Russia's Vladimir Putin will not attend climate summit

No reason was given for the Russian leader's decision not to attend the conference in Glasgow.

Timothy Chiwaula: Friends appeal for help to find missing student

Timothy Chiwaula, 23, has been missing from his Glasgow home since last week.

Investigations continue into cause of Ayr explosion

Dozens of residents from a housing estate in Ayr spend a second night out of their homes following the blast.

'I'm worried how my business will fare with COP26'

A Glasgow shopowner says he's excited about the summit but concerned about protests and road closures.

Teenager in court over Glasgow railway station murder charge

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Justin McLaughlin in Glasgow.

I created 'blether boxes' to help my grieving sister

Gaby Williamson came up with the idea for the boxes of toys and books after her father died from cancer.

Covid in Scotland: Face mask rules to remain in Scottish schools

It means secondary pupils must continue to cover their faces even when seated in the classroom.

William Leiper: Man charged after body found in Glasgow park

William Leiper's body was discovered in Househill Park in the Pollok area of the city on 4 August.

Family of four seriously injured in Ayr explosion

Police say two adults and two boys are being treated at three Glasgow hospitals following the blast at a housing estate.

Woman abused girl to make money from paedophiles

The 27-year-old, who distributed indecent images of her victim and other children, has been jailed for six years.

John Kerry says Glasgow COP26 is the 'last best hope for the world'

US climate envoy John Kerry says to avoid the worst consequences of climate change decisions have to be made now.

Glasgow bin workers confirm strike during COP26

The GMB union says members working for Glasgow City Council's cleansing service will strike from 1 November.

Emergency crews attend explosion in Ayr housing estate

Pictures from the scene in Ayrshire suggest at least one house has been destroyed by the blast.

River Clyde military police rescue seal hurt by drinks can

Ministry of Defence marine police officers freed a seal from a can after it got stuck there more than a week ago in Belfast.

Death threat MP says social media abuse must stop

Carol Monaghan blamed social media for intensifying the problem and "emboldening" people to make threats.

Scottish climate expert Jim Skea warns 'clock is ticking'

Professor Jim Skea has called on world leaders to "step up to the plate" at the COP26 summit.

Boy, 16, arrested over Glasgow train station murder

The teenager has been arrested over the murder of Justin McLaughlin, 14, in Glasgow on Saturday.

Does a climate summit need 25,000 people?

BBC science correspondent Matt McGrath answers your questions about Glasgow's COP26 climate summit.

Covid in Scotland: Vaccine passport scheme enforceable by law

Nightclubs and large events can only allow entry to people who can show they have had two Covid jabs.

Murder inquiry after boy, 14, stabbed to death at Glasgow railway station

Justin McLaughlin was found seriously injured at High Street station in Glasgow on Saturday.

COP26: Strikes and closures during Glasgow climate summit

What will the impact be on Glasgow, during talks that could bring major changes to lives across the world?

Teenage boy seriously injured at Glasgow railway station

High Street station and the road outside were closed to allow emergency services access.

COP26: Barack Obama to attend climate change summit in Glasgow

The former US president is expected to meet young climate activists during his visit to the UN conference.

COP26: How will road closures affect Glasgow?

Travel in Glasgow will be "significantly impacted" by road closures, congestion and demonstrations during the summit.

Man, 36, dies after crash involving HGV in New Cumnock

The A76 was closed for five hours after the fatal collision in New Cumnock on Thursday afternoon.

Plane in emergency Prestwick Airport landing over faulty oven

The KLM flight to Canada was forced to divert to Prestwick airport after smoke filled the cabin.

Man admits raping and murdering Glasgow pensioner

A judge said Esther Brown, 67, was the defenceless victim of Jason Graham's "utter brutality".

Military drafted in to under-pressure NHS boards in Scotland

Personnel will be sent to NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Borders to relieve "significant pressure" ahead of the winter period.

Scotland's Unesco Trail promises 'cultural journey'

Scotland's Unesco Trail will take visitors on a virtual tour across the organisation's 13 sites.

ScotRail and Caledonian Sleeper strike confirmed during COP26

The RMT says its ScotRail members will strike for the entire duration of the climate summit in Glasgow.

COP26: Protesters who block major roads 'will be moved' by police

Police said even if climate summit protests are peaceful they can be unlawful and "very unsafe".

Covid in Scotland: Royal Alexandra Hospital restricts visiting

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde issued an 'urgent' notice for the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley.

Covid: Will Scotland's teenagers buck the vaccination trend?

Fast progress is currently being made vaccinating the 12-15 age group in Scotland.

The tattoo artist covering the scars of self-harm

Tattooist John Paterson is using his inking skills to make people more confident in their skin.

COP26: Cruise ship arrives on River Clyde to accommodate delegates

About 2,000 people will stay on two vessels berthed in the River Clyde during the climate change summit.

Death of Dalry man in random attack treated as murder

Police are treating the death of 23-year-old Sean McKay, from Ayrshire, as murder.

Arrest made as hit-and-run victim named

A man has been arrested following the death of Jimmy Harris, 61, who was hit by a vehicle in Argyll.

Man dies after being attacked 'for no reason' in Dalry street

Police believe the man was the victim of a random attack as he walked along a street in Ayrshire.

Man charged following attempted murder at Glasgow bus stop

He was charged after a 60-year-old man was left with serious injuries after an incident in Glasgow.

Woman, 85, dies after car crashes into building in Irvine

The pensioner was taken to hospital after the crash in Irvine last week but died three days later.

I had no cancer symptoms but a smear saved my life

Laura McAdam shares her story as part of new government campaign to boost the uptake of smear tests.

Artwork of 77 concrete crosses unveiled at Glasgow church

Each cross represents the diversity of people who attend the church in Glasgow's Sighthill.

Man arrested at airport over cocaine conspiracy

The 45-year-old, from Irvine, was detained at Glasgow Prestwick as he stepped off a flight from Spain.

Man dies after early morning hit-and-run near Taynuilt

Police believe the 61-year-old was hit by a vehicle on the A85 near Taynuilt between 00:30 and 01:00.

Moira Jones: Virtual charity run to honour park murder victim

Runners will take part in the 5k challenge remotely in memory of Moira Jones, who was killed in 2008.

CO26: Scots urged to open up their homes to attendees

Nearly 700 households have already signed up to the Cop26 Homestay Network, operated by the third sector.

Man in critical condition after 'despicable' attack in Glasgow

The 60-year-old was assaulted at a bus shelter in Glasgow's Hope Street late on Friday night.

Covid in Scotland: More than 500 cases linked to TRNSMT

Public Health Scotland says 551 people who tested positive for the virus were at the festival around the time of their illness.

Luxury student complex in Glasgow 'unfinished and filthy'

Students in Glasgow have complained to the provider about holes in floors, construction dust and flooding.

Mohammad Abu Sammour: Third man guilty of killing security guard

Mohammed Abu Sammour, a father-of-four, was beaten then reversed over in his own works van.

COP26: Pope will not travel to Glasgow for climate summit

The Vatican confirms that Pope Francis will not attend the UN climate conference in Scotland.

COP26: Drones affected by temporary airspace restrictions

The restrictions, which cover a large area, will be in place from 30 October to 13 November.

Job vacancies rise as candidate numbers 'plummet', says RBS report

RBS report finds the second-fastest decline of applicants for permanent jobs since records began.

Engineering firm Weir hit by major ransomware attack

Weir says it is liaising with "relevant intelligence services" as it works to fully restore its IT systems.

Man guilty of rape and murder of missing woman Patricia Henry

George Metcalff killed Patricia Henry at her flat in Ayrshire in November 2017 before hiding her body.

David MacMillan: 'Being Scottish helped me win Nobel Prize'

Prof David MacMillan says growing up in Scotland meant he learned how to communicate ideas quickly.

Taxi shortage 'will lead to a woman being harmed' after night out

A Glasgow nightclub DJ says the lack of cab drivers is putting people at risk after nights out in the city.

Scotland's students face accommodation 'nightmare'

Student leaders are warning a lack of flats and soaring rents have created a "student housing emergency."

Pedestrian, 26, killed after car mounts footpath near Glasgow music venue

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident which happened near the O2 Academy in Glasgow.

Rangers administrators ordered to pay £3.4m over 'duty breach'

David Whitehouse and Paul Clark breached their duties when acting as the club's administrators, a court says.

Hospitals inquiry: Child cancer patient given drug to due to 'dirty hospital'

A mother tells an inquiry she discovered the reason for her son's medication after he travelled to the US for treatment.

Rangers kit signed by players for charity stolen from car in Glasgow

Football strips and boots signed by Rangers players were due to be auctioned to raise money for charity.

Life sentence for killer who struck weeks after jail release

Gerard McGinlay, 39, fatally stabbed Peter McElroy, 45, in a street attack in Airdrie in April last year.

Scottish scientist wins Nobel Prize in Chemistry

A Briton and a German have been awarded the chemistry Nobel for their work to build new molecules.

Celtic Connections to return with live music in 2022

The Glasgow festival had to go online this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Celtic to face 'class action' over Boys Club abuse

The US-style legal action is thought to be one of the first cases of its kind in Scotland.

New pay offer in bid to halt ScotRail strikes

A fresh deal is expected to be put to railway workers after six months of industrial action, the Scottish government says.

COP26: The sculpture created from 1765 Antarctic air

Antarctic snowfall two-and-half centuries old forms the basis of a new artwork by Wayne Binitie.

Second-hand ferry deal to boost CalMac network

MV Utne has been bought from Norway in a £9m deal for sailings between Oban and the island of Mull.

Hospitals inquiry: Mum told her son 'safer at home'

Denise Gallagher tells the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry her son picked up an infection in hospital.

Baby's fight for her life with rare PPHN birth problem

When Khloe McInally was born she passed all the doctors' checks, but within hours she was on life support.

Drug gang member made £810, court hears

Eric Morrison, 37, was jailed for three years and issued with a proceeds of crime action worth less than £1,000.

Boy, 13, charged after bottle thrown at Aberdeen and Celtic match

The teenager is charged in connection with a breach of the peace after the incident in the Aberdeen v Celtic game.

'Some people find it very unusual that I speak Gaelic'

Gaelic speakers of African and Caribbean descent have shared their experiences in a BBC Alba documentary.

Police name man who died in supermarket car park

Derek Blackshaw was struck by a car outside a Morrisons store in Glasgow on Friday night

Justice secretary: Misogyny may become a distinct crime in Scotland

Scotland's justice secretary says such a move would send a "powerful signal" that sexist abuse will not be tolerated.

Four attackers sought by police over Glasgow stabbing

Police are looking for two men and two women thought to be involved in the attack on Jamaica Street on Friday.

Lone police officers to offer verification check

Police Scotland introduces new safeguards in the wake of the murder of Sarah Everard.

Man hit by car dies in Glasgow supermarket car park

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested over the incident in Cardonald.

Health boards U-turn on drop-in vaccine clinics

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and NHS Lanarkshire reinstate on-demand Covid vaccination.

Soft start for Scotland's vaccine passport scheme

Many venues said no-one would be refused entry after technical problems with the vaccine certification app.

Glasgow education chief: Schools were excluding pupils out of habit

There has been a huge drop in school exclusions since Maureen McKenna became Glasgow's education chief.

No Covid vaccine passports required at Aberdeen v Celtic

Aberdeen postpone the trialling of proof of vaccine for entry at Sunday's Scottish Premiership meeting with Celtic.

Vaccine passports: Humza Yousaf 'regrets' app problems

Humza Yousaf says "high demand" is to blame for people being unable to access their vaccination status.

No vaccine drop-in clinics at Scotland's largest health boards

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and NHS Lanarkshire have stopped all vaccine drop-in clinics.

Sparta Prague 1-0 Rangers: Steven Gerrard says racism penalties 'not severe enough' after booing of Glen Kamara

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard urges stringent penalties to tackle racism after the booing of Glen Kamara in the 1-0 Europa League defeat to Sp...

Energy price cap: Millions of households face higher gas and electricity bills

Standard energy bills rise by £139 a year and prepayment meter bills see sharper rise under new price cap.

Covid in Scotland: Vaccine passport app launch hit by problems

Many users say they have been unable to access their vaccination status through the new app.

Nearly 200 Scottish care homes took in mainly untested patients

Data obtained by the BBC shows for the first time which homes in Scotland took in untested and Covid positive hospital patients.

Scotland's Covid vaccine passport scheme goes live

The launch comes less than 12 hours after the NHS Scotland Covid Status app became available to download.

Deborah Kerr: The English rose actress being reclaimed by Glasgow

Hollywood star Deborah Kerr was often thought of as English but her roots in Scotland are being reclaimed.