Fierce backlash as Scotland appoints a man as its first 'period dignity officer'

Liz Truss has been announced as the new Conservative Party leader and will take over from Boris Johnson as Prime Minister on Tuesday lunchtime.

A man is being treated for stab wounds after being attacked by two men in a Scots park.

A body has been found during a police search for a missing man who had travelled to Scotland.

Autumn appears to have arrived early this year as stormy weather will batter Scotland this weekend as summer bids farewell.

Armed police descended on a Scots property amid reports of a 'disturbance' on Monday afternoon.

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Scots who are looking to start a new life in an idyllic countryside need look no further than Arrochar.

Armed police have arrested a second man in connection with the murder of Olivia Pratt-Korbel.

Perth Sheriff Court needs maintenance work estimated to cost nearly half a million pounds - the fifth highest total worked out for repairs needed at sheriff court buildings across Scotland.

The family of a man who died in an overturned lorry accident on the M8 say "no words can describe their devastation" as they paid tribute to the "fantastic dad".

A man has been arrested in the Canary Islands following a major organised crime investigation.

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A Scots mum has shared hilarious before and after photos of her daughter's first day of school - which saw the youngster completely floored by all the excitement of starting her journey in primary education.

Outlander star Graham McTavish took to social media to tell fans he is 'so proud' to be apart of the new Game of Thrones show House Of The Dragon.

Millions of households across the country are being warned that the price cap on energy bills could rise even higher than previously forecast next year. Gas prices spiked again on Monday and unless they drop in the coming months, average households could be facing an annual energy bill of £4,722 from January and £5,601 from April.

People are proud of our NHS and proud of those that work for it. The ultimate expression of public thanks were evident during the pandemic, the outpouring of love and support was warmly received by all staff.

.Today (Monday, August 15), it's officially come into force, meaning councils and education providers in Scotland must legally provide free period products to whoever needs them. Back in 2017, Labour Member of Scottish Parliament Monica Lennon proposed the Period Products Act, which the Scottish Parliament unanimously approved in 2020. Lennon described the legislation as “a big milestone for period dignity campaigners and grassroots movements which shows the difference that progressive and bold political choices can make,” adding that:“As the cost-of-living crisis takes hold, the Period Products Act is a beacon of hope which shows what can be achieved when politicians come together for the good of the people we serve.”In a press release, Scotland's Social Justice Secretary Shona Robison provided the following statement: “Providing access to free period products is fundamental to equality and dignity, and removes the financial barriers to accessing them.

After nearly a week of sunny weather and blue skies, Scotland is set for another long day of thunderstorms.

A woman has been arrested and an investigation launched after a disabled man was allegedly assaulted in the car park of Forest Bank prison. The Manchester Evening News understands the woman works as a prison officer.