Acclaimed dementia thriller made by Glenda Jackson in Scotland named best TV drama

children’s worker who left a young boy terrified after physically and verbally abusing him has been struck off. James Lappin was employed at St Philip's independent school in Airdrie, Lanarkshire, which provides education for vulnerable youngsters from across the country.

Douglas Ross will today set out his party's crime and justice manifesto ahead of May's election with a call to end the three-verdict system currently used in the most serious court cases.Unlike most of the world's legal systems, Scotland has three possible verdicts in criminal cases - guilty, not guilty and not proven.The legal implications of a not proven verdict are exactly the same as not guilty.

Richard Madden has shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse into his latest venture as he got covered in plaster to make a head cast. The Scottish actor, 34, was transformed into an unknown character for his upcoming Amazon spy thriller Cital, which is being kept under wraps.

Jason Manford is filming in Glasgow for his new quiz show and joked about receiving anal Covid-19 swabs. The comedian, from Salford, has been in Scotland over the past few weeks as he hosts his brand new general knowledge show Unbeatable, which will air on BBC One later this year.

coronavirus pandemic.The Scottish SPCA says it has recorded an increase in the number of calls to its helpline about unwanted animals, with more than 136,000 calls received in 2020.Its frontline team attended an average 214 incidents each day - nearly 78,000 across the year - with 3,369 animals rehomed and more than 7,000 others admitted to the National Wildlife Rescue Centre.A rise in demand for puppies has also led to an increase in the number of raids and seizures of dogs from low-welfare

Ayr Farmfoods store before making off with £400 in cash. The suspect walked into the Main Street store at around 6.40pm on Friday, March 26, where he terrorised two workers - leaving them ‘badly shaken’ by the ordeal.

baby names in Scotland in 2020 were, once again Jack for boys and for the girls, Isla knocked Olivia off the top spot.Of the 46,355 babies registered in Scotland last year, 354 were named Jack and 347 named Isla by their parents.But while those were the over all most popular names, when broken down in to individual council areas, the results were very different.

Where to go: 26-28 Main Street, Largs, Ayrshire, KA30 8ABGet in touch: Visit www.geraldos.co.ukFor Chocolate Sake specialises in crafting personalised chocolate treats, such as chocolate-covered strawberries, cakesicles, brownies and other confectionery.Its passion for craftsmanship, detail and using only the highest quality of ingredients is at the heart of the business.It is based in Glasgow, however, offers a large range of postal treats to customers across the UK.FCS bakes your dream into a

supper by the sea from a local restaurant is always one of the best parts about any seaside trip.Now, the team of writers at top travel mag Conde Nast have just released their list of the top beach shack eateries in the UK and no less than four different places in Scotland have made on to the list.Serving up grilled lobster with garlicky butter and hot crab claws, to the freshest oysters and the biggest scallops we can't wait to get back out and enjoy some of Scotland's best seafood again, as

Old Firm clash. A 17-year-old boy has now been charged after the vile post was reported to officers during the Celtic v Rangers SPFL match on Sunday.

Milngavie have been described as "two of a kind".A close friend of Bethany McManus, 20, and Gerry Mooney, 26, told the Record she was heartbroken and said the pair were "made for each other".Kimberly Mcsporran, 21, said the couple would be missed by so many after being found dead at a property in Milngavie, near Glasgow on Sunday morning.Did you know you can keep up to date with the latest news by signing up to our daily newsletter?We send a morning and lunchtime newsletter covering the latest

shortage of 500,000 coronavirus vaccine doses over the next month.

Scotland's clinical director reminded supporters today the "Stay at Home" message remains in place until April 2 and that meetings of more than two households outdoors remained banned. It comes as Steven Gerrard's side prepare to visit Celtic Park on Sunday for the first time since winning the club's first league title in a decade.

Darren Fletcher has finally accepted an offer on his plush mansion after slashing £250,000 off the asking price.

First Minister is set to deliver the latest on the pandemic across Scotland from the Scottish Parliament later today.Over the last week fears have grown after a slight rise in the number of positive cases.It comes as concerns grow amid potential shortages of the Covid vaccine in the UK following a row with the European Union.Reduced vaccine supplies could slow the easing of lockdown restrictions, an expert has warned, after health officials said volumes for first doses will be "significantly

She is currently supporting at least one other family with a child with declining health.NHS Dumfries and Galloway chief executive Jeff Ace said: “In a year when staff across our health and social care settings have been rising to the many challenges of dealing with Covid-19, there has never been a better time to recognise and reward them for their outstanding efforts, day-in and day-out.“Jenny should be extremely proud of her achievement and for this amazing recognition.”

Great Celebrity Bake Off. Scottish James is one of tonight's big names whipping up treats in the tent to raise money for Stand Up 2 Cancer, and even starred in the opening skit with host Matt Lucas.

guilty of failing to keep a proper lookout.David Marr was in charge of the Vertrouwen trawler when it passed dangerously close to the James 2 in the early hours of August 6, 2017.The 54-year-old would have been able to see the lights on the small fishing vessel for six minutes before the accident if he had been paying attention, prosecutors said.Evidence also showed that Marr, from Peterhead, appeared to have been sending a Whatsapp message to a pal and using the ship’s laptop computer around