Manhunt launched after Scots charities badly damaged in firebug attack

University of Stirling’s Institute of Aquaculture has admitted culling thousands of the animals after experimental work was put on hold amid the coronavirus pandemic last year.The university revealed the mass cull came in 2020, when it used more than 12,000 live fish in its “vital” quest to tackle issues like food security and conservation.But the figures, revealed in a Freedom of Information request, were branded “disappointing” by activists campaigning for an end to all animal testing in

firearms and ammunition hidden in their motor after police were tipped off about their criminal activities.Mark Kirkby, from Kilwinning, and Ku Wing Kwok, from Greenock, admitted being involved in the transfer of the deadly weapons after their Ford Mondeo was stopped in Largs last September.The duo, aged 37 and 43, were later arrested and charged by officers before pleading guilty at Glasgow High Court on Monday.The Daily Record and Sunday Mail have always been at the forefront when it comes to

Dundee.The 79-year-old was walking on Glenmoy Avenue when a two-figure sum of money was taken from him.A police probe was launched into the incident which took place between 12.10pm and 12.30pm on Sunday, February 28.The Daily Record and Sunday Mail have always been at the forefront when it comes to reporting crime in Scotland.But did you know all the ways you can stay informed of the top crime and courts headlines?We share live crime news and exclusive court stories as well as features and

The Scottish Government has launched a £4million support fund to help people struggling with their energy bills during lockdown.The scheme, which will be administered by national advice service Advice Direct Scotland, is designed to prevent households falling into fuel poverty.The Home Heating Support Fund is open until March 31 and applications can only be made on behalf of individuals by ‘referral partners’ through homeheatingadvice.scot.This includes local authorities and third sector

Shetland.Stunning footage captures the moment the couple were surrounded by the killer whales, who then swam right underneath their tiny boat.Nick McCaffrey and Kelly Nicol were out on their small 4m Avon Rib boat when the orcas suddenly appeared.They described the incident as “incredible but terrifying” due to the huge size of the animals.Kelly said: “There was a moment of thinking this is incredible but a bit too close but they are so beautiful."Nick said: “It’s intimidating.

quarantine hotel  fees for a heartbroken Scot mourning the loss of her sister. Billie Gray has been forced to isolate after travelling from Sweden to Scotland as the sudden death of her sibling does not entitle her to a ‘compassionate grounds’ exemption.

schoolgirl has been left injured and badly shaken after a man tried to rob her in a Monifieth street.The 14-year-old was walking near the Nisa store on Ferry Road at around 9pm on Wednesday, February 24, when she was struck from behind.The man attempted to steal her property but fled the scene empty-handed in the direction of the town centre.Police are appealing for help to find the suspect who is described as tall and who was wearing a black hooded jacket.The Daily Record and Sunday Mail have

fire attack.The alarm was raised at around 9pm on Monday, February 22, after a residential property was torched in Marischal Street, Peterhead.Brave residents swiftly extinguished the blaze before the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service arrived at the scene.While no one was injured, police believe the fire was started deliberately and are appealing for witnesses.They are especially keen to speak with any motorists who may have dash cam footage from the street or the Tolbooth Wynd areaDetective

Fife home.Officers from Police Scotland raced to an address in Pitcoudie, Glenrothes, to deal with reports of a disturbance at around 7.10pm last night.It has emerged that a 65-year-old man was pronounced dead shortly after emergency services arrived.Police say a post mortem is still to be carried out but his death is being treated as suspicious.A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “Around 7.10pm on Saturday, 20 February,

serial rapist jailed for a horrific catalogue of abuse have told of their disgust after he launched a bid for freedom.Paul Hill, 55, was convicted of raping four women and carrying out a string of assaults in Aberdeen and Dundee over a 22-year period.The former bouncer, from Ayr, also killed the pets of three of his victims.Last month he was jailed for 15 years.Now two of his victims have spoken out after Hill lodged an appeal against his conviction and sentence.One woman – who Hill was

Aberdeen in a chilling phone threat.Locals reported seeing armed police and dog units swoop on the city's Greenburn Drive in the Bankhead area.Dramatic pictures show several police vans and cars near the Crofter's shop.It comes after a man phoned the police and said he had a knife and wanted to harm officers.Cops searched for the caller around the city and traced a man at Greenburn Drive at around 2pm.Police have said a 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.A Police

coronavirus at a Scots nursery has raised concerns about a full return of youngsters to the classroom.It is understood a community cluster was linked to asymptomatic youngsters at the Mulberry Bush Nursery in Helensburgh.The nursery had been allowed to remain open during the lockdown for children of frontline workers.But several families in the town were forced to self isolate after the outbreak was discovered.Fraser Murdoch, owner of the nursery, in the town’s Charlotte Street, refused to speak

missing Scots man with vulnerabilities after his 'out of character' disappearance.The family of 38-year-old Joshua Robert Holland - known as Robert - are growing 'increasingly concerned' after he vanished from his home in Ardrossan on Tuesday.He was last seen on Glasgow Street in the Ayrshire town at around 1pm on Tuesday.Friends and family have not heard from him since.He is described as 5' 6'' in height, average build with short dark hair.Robert was last seen wearing a black hooded top, black

Nick Nairn had to bail out the damage after finding himself flooded by four inches of water at his Cook School. Stirling born Nick, who became the youngest Scottish chef to win a Michelin Star in the early 1990s, had to close the school at Lake of Menteith during lockdown in accordance with government guidelines.

Glasgow.Andrew Porter's disappearance has sparked a frantic police search after going missing from the Stobhill area yesterday. The 24-year-old has not had contact with anyone since being last seen about 5.45pm on Balornock Road.Friends and family are becoming increasingly concerned for his safety and are desperate for answers.Andrew is described as being white, 5’5”, slim build, pale complexion with a shaved head.

Northern Ireland.Kerrie King, originally from Dundee, was pronounced dead by emergency crews after she was found at a home in Portadown.Officers were called to the address in County Armagh in the early hours of Tuesday 9 February.

Jimmy Savile.Katy Berwick, from Livingston, shared the ‘weird’ interaction on Tiktok after bumping into the notorious paedophile in 2004.The 28-year-old, who was around 11 at the time, explained how she had been camping in Glencoe on a family trip when Savile spotted her.The vile TV star approached young Katy while she was alone waiting for her parents and made her feel 'very uncomfortable'.She was standing outside of a shop playing with a little dog when when the ‘nuts old man’ in a tracksuit

February is set to be the coldest month on record in Scotland after bookies slashed odds as an amber weather warning for snow is issued.Temperatures could drop to -10C on Monday night in parts of the country as Storm Darcy brings freezing easterly winds which lead to blizzards, snow drifts and treacherous ice.Leading bookmaker Ladbrokes cut the odds on this winter ending as the coldest since records began in the UK to 1/3 as temperatures continue to drop.It comes as an amber weather warning for

Kirkcaldy, battles rare genetic disorders 1p36 deletion syndrome and West Syndrome which plagued the youngster with health problems including daily fits.