Schools across Scotland could close as unions plan strikes in row over council pay

Cops are investigating after primary school kids were added to a snapchat group by older men and sent sexual images.

A special reunion is being planned at Threave Garden and Estate.

New research has revealed the "loneliest" neighbourhood in Scotland, where many residents say they have no close friends.

Belle Hassan is ready to wave goodbye to the world of reality TV as she's revealed her latest career move - and it's world's away from what she's best known for.The 26 year old - who rose to fame on Love Island season five in 2019 - shared her future plans with followers on Instagram and explained that she was looking for help. Belle posted a photo of herself and wrote: "Ok so I'm extremely excited to say there's a salon coming very very soon! For everyone asking about why I was asking where the best muas [make-up artists] are." The TV star added: "So I need your help if you would be interested or know anyone interested in renting a room/chair in my salon with me please DM." During Belle's time in the Love Island villa, she was partnered up with Anton Danyluk but, just a few weeks later, the couple decided to part ways.These days, Belle is dating Scottish rugby ace Luke Crosbie.The 27 year old plays as a flanker for United Rugby Championship club Edinburgh and the Scotland national team.

A man was reportedly rushed to hospital earlier today after being attacked by a dog in Midlothian.

The latest statistics from Social Security Scotland show that at the end of January, some 192,575 people were in receipt of Adult Disability Payment (ADP)and of those, 83,199 were new applicants and 109,385 were existing Personal Independence Payment (PIP) case transfers from the Department for Work Pensions (DWP).

Russian oil could flood into Scotland if the Grangemouth refinery closes, it has been claimed.

Britain is bracing for a record invasion of the toxic Giant Hogweed due to mild and wet weather conditions, experts have warned.

More than half of the major energy companies' customers could be able to claim back money on their bills, as it emerges that millions of people are sitting on growing piles of credit. This includes Octopus Energy, British Gas, Scottish Power, and other big North West suppliers.

A Scots school was placed on lockdown following a police chase this afternoon.

In the era of true crime in media, social media is abuzz following the release of Baby Reindeer on Netflix.

Scotland has nearly 10,000 empty council houses - enough to end the child homelessness epidemic.

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC has apologized after suggesting that J.K. Rowling’s remarks about transgender women could put her on the wrong side of a new hate crime law in Scotland.

Social Security Scotland is encouraging eligible teenagers to apply for the annual Young Carer Grant, which is now worth £383.75 during the 2024/25 financial year. Since being introduced in 2019 by the Scottish Government, the Young Carer Grant has delivered over £3 million to over 6,600 teenage carers.

A row has broken out between the SNP and the UK Government over how much Scotland will pay on radioactive waste.

Netflix smash hit Baby Reindeer is the show being talked about by everyone at the moment and it was written and created by Scots comedian, writer and actor Richard Gaad.

Driving is an important and crucial skill for many people, though it takes time to master. It is suggested learners go through around 40-50 lessons on average before being in a good position to pass their test.

The Northern Lights could be visible across parts of northern England tonight (April 17), according to forecasters.

A new film and TV studio funded via a portion of a £24M ($30M) government investment has become the latest to launch in the UK.

Hundreds of employees at a Scots nuclear power station are set to go on strike amid a row over pay.