Concern as firefighters no longer go to all automatic alarms

Firefighters will now no longer go to all automatic alarms, with care homes among some exemptions.

Ferguson shipyard: Glen Sannox build costs rise by 20.5m

The planned delivery of Glen Sannox by the end of the year is also in doubt after new problems are discovered.

Man jailed over theft of pine cone bollards in Glasgow

Christopher McCann, 40 has been jailed for 16 months after stealing the statues from the Gorbals.

How did Annies body end up on a Scottish beach?

Annie Börjesson's body was found in 2005. Police found no evidence of criminality but loved ones always had questions.

Pier killer to be held in psychiatric hospital

Jacob Foster pushed Charmaine O'Donnell, who was a stranger to him, off Helensburgh Pier.

Staff urge Glasgow bar to re-instate Real Living Wage

Unite says employees at Glasgow bar and restaurant Brel have had their hourly wages lowered.

Huge bee swarm removed three days after closing Glasgow city centre bar

The swarm of about 20,000 bees had massed on a bin and railings outside the Glasgow bar and restaurant.

Bird flu defence discovered in our bodies

Scientists want to be able to predict which bird flus are able to make the jump into people.

Glasgow artists take responsibility for 'fake Banksy' experiment

Ciaran Globel and Conzo Throb said they created the artwork in Glasgow city centre as an experiment.

Nicholas Rossi: Rape accused fails to halt extradition case

The rape accused is alleged to have faked his death to try and avoid being extradited to the US.

Former Scotland manager Craig Brown dies aged 82

Scotland's longest-serving manager Craig Brown has died at the age of 82.

Thousands turn out for Glasgow Mela festival

Organisers said 20,000 people attended the multi-cultural celebration in Kelvingrove Park.

Teenager on sub took Rubik's Cube to break record mother tells BBC

In her first interview, Christine Dawood told the BBC she lost hope when the 96-hour mark passed.

In pictures: The finalists of Scotland's Home of the Year 2023

One of these homes will be revealed as winner of Scotland's Home of the Year on Monday.

Hampden Park rebuild 'not going to happen' - SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell

A rebuild of Hampden Park is unrealistic in the current economic climate, Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell says.

Police name motorcyclist killed after A82 crash

Andrew Jowett, 37, of Paisley, died after he was involved in a collision with a car north of Luss.

Islanders take South Uist ferry cancellation protest to Glasgow

A march has been held against CalMac's decision to cut June's sailings from Lochboisdale to Mallaig.

Primary teachers told they have no work next term

Dozens of teachers in North Lanarkshire have been informed their fixed-term contracts will not be renewed.

Teenager guilty of murdering boy at Glasgow train station

An 18-year-old is found guilty of murder after stabbing a schoolboy at a Glasgow train station.

Ex-football coach extradited from Vietnam is jailed for abusing boys

Kenneth Divers sexually abused boys as young as 11 at Hampden Park and schools in Paisley.

'Rain delay let me get to the Scotland game on time'

A Tartan Army footsoldier feared he would miss the match when his flight was delayed by 90 minutes.

Man prayed after helping stabbed boy court told

Fergus McClintock, 19, used his jumper to stem bleeding after Justin McLaughlin, 14, was attacked.

'Voice of football' Archie Macpherson hid black despair

Despite his successful broadcasting career, Archie Macpherson fought a private battle with depression.

Bowel cancer breakthrough after immune system find

Scientists in Glasgow solve a decades-old riddle of how the immune system "ignores" the disease.

Sir Alex Ferguson joins campaign to reclassify football brain injuries

Ministers are being asked to reclassify football-related brain injuries as industrial injuries.

New record for Inverness-Glasgow cycle route

Kerry MacPhee completed the 210-mile route along trails and tracks in under 20 hours.

Brendan Rodgers: Celtic to appoint their former manager as Ange Postecoglou's successor

Brendan Rodgers is expected to complete a return to Celtic four years and four months after his abrupt exit to Leicester City.

Bumper midge hatch alert after warm spell

The Scottish Midge Forecast says a cool May followed by a warmer period has boosted numbers.

Man dies in crash involving two motorbikes and car

The accident happened on the A719 between Crossroads and Galston in Ayrshire on Saturday afternoon.

'Vicious circle' for people pushed to wrong debt help

A BBC investigation finds companies making money from entering people into the wrong debt solutions.

Rain and flood warning after long dry spell

The Met Office warns that heavy rain moving northwards on Sunday could bring disruption.

Nicola Sturgeon: I am certain I have done nothing wrong

Scotland's former first minister appears in public for the first time since her arrest a week ago.

Third Lanark's lasting legacy on South American football

It is 100 years since Third Lanark's controversial tour of Argentina and Uruguay.

Emergency action on Skye amid water scarcity fears

Scottish Water is given permission to take more water from a burn which flows from a conservation area.

Ferries 'value for money' study cost 620000

The Scottish Conservatives said the government continued to "haemorrhage" taxpayers' money.

Return of MV Hebridean Isles delayed again as repairs continue

Ferry operator CalMac apologises for a further delay in repairs to the MV Hebridean Isles.

Brendan Rodgers' Celtic return: Manager would 'have it all to prove' if he returns

With a stronger Rangers to compete with and progress required in Europe, Brendan Rodgers would have plenty to prove if he returns to Celtic,...

New housing development for former Croy quarry

Seventy-seven homes will be built on the site of the old Croy quarry in North Lanarkshire.

Scotland football great Gordon McQueen dies at 70

Defender Gordon McQueen, who won 30 caps for Scotland and scored a famous goal against England at Wembley, dies at the age of 70.

Man steers bus to safety after driver falls ill on M74

The bus was travelling at 70mph on the M74 when it started swerving across two lanes of the motorway.

Man found guilty of murdering disabled victim with hammer

Stephen Thomson attacked Peter Morgan, 60, with a hammer in Coatbridge, Lanarkshire.

Wind farm which will help produce Irn-Bru opens

The turbines at South Kyle will provide electricity to sites where the soft drink is made.

Scotland records hottest day of the year so far

The Met Office confirms that Scotland is experiencing a heatwave, with high temperatures set to continue.

Families raise fears over vulnerable patients leaving wards

The families of two people with mental health issues who died after disappearing from NHS wards voice their concerns.

Nicola Sturgeon arrested in SNP finances inquiry

Scotland's former first minister attended a police interview on Sunday before being arrested by detectives.

Unknown woman critical after hit-and-run in Glasgow

The woman, who has not been identified, was struck by a red car which failed to stop, police said.

More than 600 Glasgow City Council vehicles not LEZ compliant

Glasgow City Council is having to hire vans as vehicles in its fleet are banned from the low emission zone.

Man carries barbell up Ben Nevis for Doddie Weir charity

Mountain rescuer David Dooher's challenge was in aid of a cause set up by the late Doddie Weir.

Humza Yousaf 'disturbed' by claims NHSGGC spied on families

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has admitted paying a private company to monitor bereaved families.

Pedestrian who died after being hit by lorry is named

Ben Miller was struck by the lorry near the on-ramp at Junction 1A of the M74 in Glasgow.

Margaret Ferrier suspended from Commons over Covid rule breach

The move will almost certainly lead to a by-election in Margaret Ferrier's constituency.

Crews tackle fire in Glasgow's east end

Police urge local residents to keep their windows and doors closed due to smoke from the fire in London Road.

Lewis Capaldi cancels shows until Glastonbury to 'rest and recover'

The Scots singer says he wants to be at his best and return to the stage at Glastonbury.

Nineteen in court over Scottish Grand National protest

They allegedly overcame security, entered the race track and attempted to prevent the race.

Ange Postecoglou: Tottenham reach agreement with Celtic boss to become their new manager

Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou agrees to become Tottenham's new manager.

Pedestrian dies after being hit by bus in Glasgow

The 39-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene on Argyle Street in Glasgow.

Susannah Dale: I want to help keep mothers in the workplace

Susannah Dale is urging firms to sign a "maternity pledge", to support pregnant staff and new mums.

Ross County 3-1 Partick Thistle (agg 3-3; County win 5-4 on pens)

Ross County complete a jaw-dropping comeback to salvage their Scottish Premiership status with a sudden-death shootout win over Partick This...

Seven arrests made after Scottish Cup Final

Police confirmed there was no "significant" trouble and praised the conduct of the majority of fans.

Paisley cyclist hit by car in Glasgow dies in hospital

John Morton, from Paisley, was involved in a collision with an Audi A3 on Fielden Street, on Monday.

Police appeal after man fatally struck by lorry

A 39-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit by the HGV near the M74 in Glasgow.

Pensioner dies after being hit by car in Glasgow

Police appeal for information after the 75-year-old was struck by the car in the Shettleston area of the city.

Conservationists tackle decline of Scottish coastal species

A £6.5m scheme to help prevent the extinction of priority species in Scotland has been launched.

Scottish Cup 2023: A tale of upsets, second chances and kick-off controversy ahead of final

BBC Sport Scotland reflects on this season's Scottish Cup on the eve of the final between Celtic and Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

F1: Finding Vettels of the future on the eSports circuit

The virtual track is helping the world's biggest racing teams spot rising talent and win new fans.

Man who died after being hit by lorry in Glasgow named

Cameron Eaglesham was struck on Duke Street in the east end of Glasgow on Thursday.

Top Scottish landscape photographers announced

A portfolio of images shot in the Highlands has won a Bearsden-based photographer the prize.

Pedestrian dies after lorry crash in Glasgow

The man was struck by the HGV in the east end of the city on Thursday morning.

Criticism after death of Chinese man in Dungavel immigration centre

A sheriff finds Xi Biao Huang's death in an immigration centre "might realistically" have been prevented.

Glasgow garage owner to continue low emission zone fight

William Paton says the ban on high-polluting vehicles will have a huge impact on his business.

Pharma giant Merck to create 500 jobs in Glasgow and Stirling

The German-owned firm plans to invest £30m at its drug testing sites in Glasgow and Stirling.