Wishaw twins open up on racism and urge people to support Black Lives Matter protest

Greenock pub that defied a Government order to close as coronavirus swept across Scotland has lost his licence. Ian Ellis was stripped of his licence yesterday after taking the reins at Cheers pub.The boozer in Inverclyde chose to keep doors open despite being told by the UK and Scottish Governments to close on March 20.Police swooped on an alleged brawl outside the pub on Saturday, March 21.

A Hamilton designer is leading an initiative in the Black Lives Matter movement that puts education at the forefront of changing racial inequality.Joseph Epemolu, 22, has witnessed ignorant behaviour throughout his life and has found himself placed in wrongful stereotypes because of the colour of his skin.Harmful language and racial slurs are just the tip of the iceberg, Joseph said as he discussed his unpleasant experiences as a black person living in Scotland in an exclusive interview with the

Glamis Castle in Angus will soon be open to Scots once again.The stunning gardens, located just a 20 minutes drive from Dundee, will open for nearby residents om Monday 29 June.Combining history and horticulture, the grounds are popular with plant lovers, families and dog walkers, with the Italian Garden; designed by Countess Cecilia, grandmother and godmother of Queen Elizabeth II particularly enjoyed by visitors. A spokesperson for Glamis said: "A wander through the Walled Garden will reveal

lockdown eases.Horrific photos show the young male with multiple slice marks from a propeller after reports jet skiers and speedboat enthusiasts were 'bombing around' at speeds of 80mph.The tragic discovery was made in Largs, North Ayrshire, near to an RNLI slipway and a popular launch spot for jet skiers launch.Fears have been raised about speedboats circulating in Chanonry Point, on the Black Isle, which is a haven for dolphins, in the wake of the lockdown being eased.David Nairn, who runs the

M&D’s today announced their plans to re-open after being bought out of administration.Scotland’s theme park, based within Strathclyde Country Park in Motherwell, also has a new management team in place just eight weeks after calling in the administrators.Back on April 23, 165 employees were made redundant and left without their wages when the theme park went into administration.But today bosses posted on their Facebook page to their 81,000-plus  followers that they are getting ready to re-open

anti-racism protest in Glasgow after a series of volatile mass gatherings. The Glasgow Says No To Racism event is due to begin at 10.30am despite shameful scenes over the last week where peaceful protests have been disrupted.

Greggs has reopened 70 of its Scots branches, including four in Ayrshire, after a three-month closure during the coronavirus pandemic. The fast food giant was among the group of non-essential businesses that were ordered to close when the lockdown was enforced in March this year.

solidarity with Black Lives Matter and said the salute was taken from the "Game of Thrones" fantasy TV series.

signing up to our Politics newsletter.We cover Holyrood, Westminster and local councils, with a current focus on how our governments are handling the coronavirus pandemic.To sign up, simply enter your email address into the pink box near the top of this article.Alternatively, you can visit our newsletter sign up-centre.

Normal People stars Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones are set to appear at the Edinburgh TV Festival.

lockdown by transforming their back garden into their very own open-air cinema and nightclub-inspired bar. Laura Burns and Geo Semple, from Glasgow, kitted out the incredible space with a projector, hot tub, fire pit and plenty of booze so they can chill at home and watch their favourite flicks on a big screen.

protests have been declared “illegal” by the Home Secretary Priti Patel as she updated MPs on the Government’s response to protests. Patel said that 135 protesters had been arrested and 35 police officers injured during protests.

Scottish Government’s stingy support is driving them towards danger.A £60,000 funding package for phoneline and information services has been labelled “derisory”, with prostitutes claiming they need hard cash to pay rent and buy food.While others have been able to claim Government help in lockdown, many street workers have to choose between being penniless or risking their lives having sex with reckless strangers who tap them up online.The meagre help announced last month is thought to involve

Black Lives Matter movement. Police have praised activists for staying within social distancing rules, as just two arrests were made.

Black Lives Matter movement in Glasgow after similar protests around the world on Sunday. Following an appeal by the First Minister for those attending the Glasgow Green event to “stay safe”, the overwhelming majority appeared to be keeping to social distancing guidelines necessary as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Nicola Sturgeon is urging Scots to protest online and avoid today's Black Lives Matter rallies. The First Minister warned a mass meet up would not be safe as the country remains in Phase 1 of ending lockdown.

diverse and welcoming nation but scratch the surface and sometimes the reality is very different.  It has taken the killing of George Floyd at the hands of a white Minneapolis police officer to make every country look more closely at how to define and deal with racism.In this country, we recognise the problems of sectarianism but can be blind to the issues faced by black, Asian and ethnic minorities in our communities.Designer-turned-filmmaker Stewart Kyasimire, 39, made a BBC documentary last