Annan-born politician Jim Wallace appointed new Moderator of General Assembly of the Church of Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon 's SNP. It came as Brown said the G7 summit in Cornwall "will go down as a missed opportunity" due to the lack of a plan to deliver 11 billion vaccine doses.

Irvine Vics are confident there will be no shortage of applicants for the vacant manager's role following Brian McLuckie's sudden departure from the hotseat.McLuckie and No2 Mark McCann resigned from their posts last night after a disagreement with the club's commitee over pre-season friendlies.The duo's shock exit leaves Vics facing a frantic search for replacements with the West of Scotland League season due to kick off on July 17.They also have several pre-season friendlies arranged over the

Inverness.George Crich was last seen in the Kinmylies area of the city at around 1pm on Wednesday, June 9. The 63-year-old has failed to make contact since sparking concern for his welfare and has since been reported missing.Officers believe he was wearing black trouser suit trousers, a navy Scotland t-shirt, a black jacket and black trainers.

Scotland's Home of the Year 2021. Series three of the popular BBC show has seen judges Anna Campbell Jones, Michael Angus and Kate Spiers travelling from remote pockets of the country to cities in the search of incredible homes.

Duke of Cambridge, known as the Earl of Strathearn in Scotland, would spend more time at Balmoral with wife Kate and strengthen ties with their former university town of St Andrews if the proposals go ahead.The report comes just days after the couple’s tour of Scotland in which William said the country was “so important” to him and his wife.On the final day of their visit, William and Kate held a meeting with Gordon Brown who has recently launched a renewed campaign to save the Union.The couple

Blooming Wild Adventures were shocked to discover you can actually visit the famous rock after she shared a selection of pics from her trip adding that there is so much to see there, that she can't wait to go back.The popular blogger, who is from Dumfries and Galloway and regularly cycles and camps wild on her own across some of Scotland's most beautiful locations, revealed that for once it wasn't actually herself that planned the trip.

Amur tiger cubs, who arrived at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) Highland Wildlife Park on Tuesday, May 18, are currently being nursed by mum Dominika.

Gary Tank Commander, Jonathan Watson and Storm Huntley all make an appearance alongside veteran Scotland goalie David Marshall in the new LaFontaines video. The band released Scotland, Bonnie Scotland in time for Scotland's big matches in the Euros 2020 tournament and their celebrity Tartan Army has thrilled fans.

John Barrowman’s husband Scott Gill has hit out at the 'vicious attacks from trolls' during the 'challenging times' the star has faced. The Scots Doctor Who and Torchwood actor previously thanked fans for their support following reports that he had repeatedly exposed himself on the set of the BBC dramas.

Damon Albarn, Laura Mvula, Caribou, Anna Meredith, The Snuts and many more acts have been announced for Edinburgh International Festival 2021.This year’s event, which takes place amid the Scottish city’s other arts festivals including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, is scheduled for August 7-29.

John Barrowman has thanked fans for support amidst reports he's been axed from Dancing on Ice following claims of inappropriate behaviour. The Scots born Dancing On Ice judge was at the centre of allegations that he exposed himself numerous times on the sets of BBC’s Doctor Who and spin-off Torchwood.

healthy schoolboy had been experiencing severe sickness but is now staying at the Sick Kids after an MRI scan revealed he was suffering from a brain tumor, reports Edinburgh Live. The tumour was removed but the family, who are from the Borders, were given a blow on James' 15th birthday when doctors confirmed it was cancerous.

Edinburgh. It came on William and Kate's final day of their royal tour of Scotland.The future king later gave a highly personal farewell speech as his week-long visit drew to a close, describing how Scotland has "shaped" him and praising its people and values.

iOS - Android It says urgent action is needed to “repair the holes” in the social security “safety net”.A minimum income guarantee (MIG) is an option that could be considered as an alternative to Universal Basic Income (UIB) – which would see every adult receive a set amount.

Wildlife Park much to the delight over overjoyed staff.The tiny triplets arrived at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) Highland Wildlife Park on Tuesday, May 18.Staff at the wildlife conservation charity say the one-week-old cubs are doing well so far but they remain cautious at this early stage.The cubs are currently being nursed by mum Dominika away from public view, however, visitors to the park can still spot dad Botzman who will be gradually introduced to the little cubs as

Perthshire were sorry to learn the youngest of the three chicks that recently hatched at Dunkeld has died. Nature has taken its course with the third chick which appeared on Saturday succumbing after not being strong enough to survive competition from its older siblings.

River Clyde in Glasgow amid the search for missing Scot Brian Hamill. Cops made the grim find near to the The Clyde Arc, known as the squinty bridge, after the alarm was raised around 7.30am on Monday May 24.

local postman Ian Robertson washed up on the beach on May 23 1971. Ian's daughter Avril Paul said her family, especially her dad, took the youngster to their hearts and came to think of him as one of their own.Her father even tended his grave until his own death some years ago and, at his family's request, was buried close to the Unknown Bairn.

cancer operation to say her goodbyes to her dying mum. Laila Hudson and her family were shattered after learning that Ros, 64, had an aggressive brain tumour - glioblastoma - which doctors found to be incurable.

fans with his latest breakfast recipe of toast complete with 'bacon jam' that also contains coffee. The Scots TV chef who often joins other chefs to praise or criticises their food on Tik Tok, released his new recipe to mixed views.