TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher says the Pride of Scotland Awards are just what we need after such a tough year

Glasgow MSP confirmed late on Saturday he would be standing to become the next leader of Scottish Labour following Richard Leonard's sudden resignation last week. He tweeted to say the country “needs political leadership that will bring people together” and that he wants “to rebuild Scottish Labour, and then rebuild Scotland”.Sarwar lost out to Leonard at the last leadership election in 2017 but is considered the favourite to win this time around.

Trump whipped up a mob on a night of deadly violence at the US capitol. The SNP government minister claimed: "Once he leaves office if Trump tries to come to UK the Home Secretary should give serious consideration to denying him entry, she has the power if an applicant's presence is not conducive to the public good.

Donald Trump to be 'prevented' from leaving his plane if it touches down in Scotland.The outgoing US president is refusing to accept defeat to Joe Biden, fuelling global speculation about what he will do on inauguration day on January 20.Observers believe he will throw a tantrum and refuse to attend the ceremony- potentially playing golf at one of his Scots resorts instead.It follows local reports that Prestwick airport, near Trump's Turnberry golf resort has been primed to take a US plane

national lockdown in full swing, there has been much confusion about which stores can and cannot open. Many have been curious to know if homeware store Dunelm is still open - and here we have the answer.

stairhead rammies” after threatening and shouting at her neighbours.Karen Gallacher, 43, flipped out at Kayleigh Pullar and Andrew Campbell, residents in the same block at Graham Street, Johnstone, after they reported her to the cops.Paisley Sheriff Court heard tensions between Ms Graham and her neighbours exploded on December 11, when she banged on their door and warned them they “would be sorry” for what they had done.Procurator Fiscal Depute Abbas Ali told the court: “At around 9am on the

Kate Forbes, the Scottish government finance secretary, called out the Chancellor for committing no new funds to deal with the latest lockdown as the Treasury trumpeted emergency support for businesses. Sunak laid out plans for an extra £4.6 billion in business support on Tuesday including £375 million for the Scottish government to distribute.

Mel B has given Spice Girls fans the perfect start to the New Year by revealing the group are set to reunite as a group of five.That means Victoria Beckham could return to the stage with Mel, Emma Bunton, Geri Horner and Mel Chisholm for the first time since the 2012 Olympics Games. Scary Spice let the cat out of the bag and said Posh, 46, is on board.

emergency statement at Holyrood today that tough new rules were required to prevent the NHS becoming overwhelmed by a rising number of patients with Covid-19. The First Minister announced that almost half of all virus cases in Scotland were linked to a new strain first discovered last month, which can spread more quickly.

First Minister tweeted just after the Brexit transition period formally ended at 11pm on December 31. Scotland's trading and travel relationships with EU countries will now be governed by the agreement announced by the UK Government on Christmas Eve.

Residents honoured by the Queen as 2020 draws to a closeDespite 30 years of volunteering, Richard said he was shocked when he learned he was receiving an award.  “I’ve been dying to tell people," he said. "I’ve told my mum to check the news today, but I didn’t tell her why."She’ll be so incredibly proud.

coastguard volunteer after losing two of the most important people in his life.Jamie, from Burra, Shetland, says not being able to save the lives of Charlie, who died in April 2015, aged six, and his dad Leslie, who passed away in 2014, made him want to help save the lives of others.The father-of-four, whose dramatic night time cliff rescue was captured on film, saw him honoured with the Emergency Services Award in our People’s Oscars.He said: “This award is for Charlie and my dad.

George Parsonage are the Pride of Scotland.Both men have been honoured with a Special Recognition Award in our People’s Oscars for their selfless dedication to helping others in their time of need.In his 40 years as leader of the Glasgow Humane Society, George rescued more than 1500 people from the River Clyde, while Charandeep, along with his army of volunteers provided meals to 100,000 families during lockdown.Nicola Sturgeon has hailed Charandeep Singh, who is the driving force behind The

Boris Johnson said the deal would "benefit every party of the UK".The Prime Minister declared it would boost the fishing industry as well as the financial sector - two key employers north of the Border.European diplomats will meet on Christmas morning to review the deal on behalf of the EU's 27 member states, while MPs are likely to vote on the agreement on December 30.But the First Minister took a less than enthusiastic view.Sturgeon tweeted: “Before the spin starts, it’s worth remembering that

youngster has been opening Christmas presents gifted from an amazing Scots charity for sick children. Big hearted John O'byrne set up his foundation seven years ago in a bid to put a smile on the faces of kids who were in desperate need of a lift.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.When a ferry load of Syrians arrived one December night in the town of Rothesay on the Isle of Bute, they had no idea what sort of reaction to expect.Families, who’d fled their homes having endured the living hell of civil war, were given safe refuge in a part of Scotland best-known as the venue for many a sepia-toned holiday memory from yesteryear.None had any notion of what it meant to go ‘doon the

Billy Connolly has said he feels Scotland is "getting closer" to independence after being cheated by Brexit.Previously a vocal opponent of Scottish independence, Sir Billy announced his support for the movement following the 2016 Brexit referendum.The 78-year-old comedian said he thought Scotland was moving towards leaving the union. He said: "I think they're getting close to it.

Gordon Ramsay popped up on the screen to tell her she had won a Pride of Scotland award.A further surprise was in store for the schoolgirl when one of her favourite bands - The Vamps - jumped out to present her with her trophy.Jenny, 17, from East Kilbride, who has raised nearly £500,000 for charity, admits she got the shock of her life. She said: “I’m usually quite good at sussing out surprises but I honestly had no idea what was happening.

lovesick Romeo jailed for riding a jetski from Scotland to see her on the Isle of Man says she will marry him – if he asks.