Investigation after two P1 pupils walk off Scots primary school grounds

Join thousands of others and get the latest Scottish politics news sent straight to your inbox.An independent investigation is to be launched into former prime minister David Cameron’s lobbying for the collapsed financial firm Greensill and the role of the scandal-hit financier Lex Greensill in government.Downing Street said Boris Johnson had called for the independent review to be launched into Greensill Capital due to “significant interest” in the matter.The Prime Minister’s official spokesman

Holyrood election manifesto with a bold call to reduce demands on younger children outside of school so they can spend more time socialising as lockdown eases.The Greens argue that many pupils have been left isolated from their friends as a result of repeated school closures over the last year, with their social development suffering as a result.The party cites research by education experts at the University of Stirling which suggests homework can worsen inequality as it disadvantages children

Nathan Evans was wowed by a primary school pupil who performed a rendition of his hit sea shanty. Former Postie and Tik Toker turned singing star Nathan has been riding high in the charts with his Wellerman hit.

vandals who 'destroyed' their beer garden as a beauty spot.'Saddened' staff from The Stables Country on Kirkintilloch Road in Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire shared images of the damage on social media following the incident on Friday night.Photos show litter strewn across the beer garden as well as damaged fences in the outdoor seating area.Workers claim fires were lit in the pub grounds and that CCTV footage has been handed over to police, reports our sister title Glasgow Live.Staff

Use an Apple phone or tablet? Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in LanarkshirePolice Scotland said two men, aged 50 and 37, and a 25-year-old woman have been charged in connection with human trafficking offences.They were due to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court on the day of their arrest and a report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

Covid-19 after her daughter contracted it at school has begged families to stick to the rules for the sake of her vulnerable child and others.Jenny Tait, from Johnstone, developed flu-like symptoms and ached all over after her daughter Amber, who has a learning disability and heart condition, was named as a close contact of a person with covid at Fordbank Primary School.And, while the covid test was too distressing for Amber to take, positive results were returned for her two siblings Lucy, 12,

human bone was discovered in Fife. The grim find was reported to officers at around 7.30pm on Sunday, April 4, near Castle Golf Club in St Andrews.

dangerous plant, on a bridge in the south side of Glasgow on Tuesday, March 30. The 40-year-old chef was forced to call in sick and ended up in A&E after the pain across his legs became so severe he was unable to stand.

forest have been blasted as 'utterly irresponsible'. Local dog walkers were shocked as they took their pets for a stroll to see smoke rising from Carnie Woods in Westhill, Aberdeenshire yesterday.

here.In a statement LMRT said: “All at Lomond MRT would like to offer our most sincere condolences to both friends and family.“Thanks to colleagues from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency crew, Police Scotland and Killin Mountain Rescue Team for their assistance.” The Record have contacted Police Scotland for comment. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here.

Cops were called out to the Dalmarnock Road area of Glasgow last night after receiving reports of men 'photographing' children. The group - aged 38, 28 and 27 - were charged in connection with the incident which happened around 6.35pm on Tuesday.

Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley.Stephen Quigley was found dead on Wednesday morning around 7.20am and police launched an appeal to identify him.The 26-year-old, from Neilston, East Renfrewshire, was later named by officers, with tributes pouring in across social media soon after.One person described Stephen as a “lovely young lad” and sent heartfelt condolences to his family while others said he would be missed.They wrote: “Such a lovely young lad, will miss seeing you out.

boy with disabilities broke his nose at a Scots school and his mum claims he was 'neglected'. Kirsty Clapperton was left furious when her son, who has autism and uses a wheelchair, was in a serious accident at Braidburn School in Edinburgh.

baby who was born in lockdown has become obsessed with TV show The Chase after watching it every day for a year. Despite not yet being able to speak, nine-month-old Nalah Watson demands to watch the popular quiz show every single day.Mum Jade, 33, from Castle Douglas says Nalah concentrates hard while watching and even laughs at host Bradley Walsh's jokes.

A man has been arrested after a bomb disposal team were called to the Queen's Edinburgh resident to look into a "suspicious item".The bomb squad made the item, which was sent to the Palace of Holyrood House, safe after they were called onto the scene on Tuesday. Police Scotland stated a 39 year old man has been placed under arrest in connection with the incident.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Firefighters are tackling a major blaze at a Scots school.Engines have been called to Aberdeen's Northfield Academy at 1.43pm amid huge plumes of smoke pouring from the building.Dramatic pictures from the scene show black smoke filling the sky over the Granite City.Orange flames appear to be leaping out of parts of the building.Northfield is home to hundreds of pupils and is understood to have a capacity of

murder detective is being investigated over ­allegations he made a sexist speech at a colleague’s leaving do.