Perth lights already on ahead of Christmas 'party' weekend

People are being urged to plan ahead as some State Pensions and benefit payments delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and Social Security Scotland may arrive on Friday, December 22 instead of the scheduled day next week due to Christmas bank holidays.

Sir Rod Stewart is known for his blonde barnet, love for Scotland and his wacky wardrobe and his most recent social media post definitely combines all three.

An Audit Scotland report has revealed more than half of all Perth and Kinross Council's (PKC) housing failed to meet Scottish Housing Quality Standards in 2021/22.

Fair City curler Robin Brydone will enter an upcoming home event close to his heart in fine form after achieving a milestone moment in Canada.

The pundits were keen to look to the future - but Rangers boss Philippe Clement was determined to soak up every moment of the Viaplay Cup triumph.

It's set to be a wet but somewhat mild week across Greater Manchester as we head towards Christmas. While there's a slim chance of snow falling in our area next week, it's the most northern parts of the UK that are more likely to get a dusting.

Perth ’s brand new church at Bertha Park will welcome Christmas ‘Christingle’-makers this Saturday afternoon.

Outlander star Sam Heughan will delight fans next weekend as he visits a Waterstones store in Glasgow city centre for signing of his new book 'Clanlands in New Zealand' which he wrote with co-star Graham McTavish.

The daughter of a mum missing for more than five decades hopes Scots can finally help solve the mystery ahead of her 90th birthday.

Thousands of older people living in Scotland are being urged to contact a dedicated national advice service to get help claiming Pension Credit from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Advice Direct Scotland is urging pensioners across the country not to miss out on the £3,900 annual income boost and additional cost of living payments worth £599.

Two Scottish streets have been named as the best in the UK for independent shops ahead of the festive shopping season.

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance’s (SCAA) longest-serving pilot has proved he’s the best in the business.

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance’s (SCAA) longest-serving pilot has proved he’s the best in the business.

We're getting well into December and the first lot of snow has finally fallen. It must mean Christmas is on the way.

A couple have revealed how they spent just £165 for a weekend away in two countries. Jamie MacLeod and his wife Sarah got more bang for their buck when they were able to vacation in Marrakesh and Barcelona for less than a train ticket from Edinburgh to London.

A couple who faced tearing down their £3,000 Christmas lights after complaints from neighbours have won a battle to save their festive display.

Thousands of unpaid carers across Scotland are set to receive a one-off payment for £270.50 next week. The Carer’s Allowance Supplement will be paid on Friday, December 8 and is only available to eligible claimants living in Scotland who were in receipt of Carer’s Allowance, delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), on October 9, 2023.

Sub-zero temperatures have swept the UK this week, including parts of Greater Manchester. This weekend will see temperatures slip below freezing once again.

Visitors have one final opportunity to say goodbye to the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo before they make their way back to China.

South Lanarkshire villagers say they're stuck with Scotland's saddest Christmas tree.