Scotland
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A long term solution to heating oil price increases is needed - Jayne Dowle
As autumn is now officially with us, we’ll all be keeping an anxious eye on our energy bills, even more so if we rely on heating oil. The thousands of UK residents with an oil-fired boiler powering heating and hot water are right to question if the government is taking their plight seriously enough.
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 19
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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Inside the union compromises that left hybrid working for civil servants unenforced
Scottish Government papers reveal the union compromises behind civil servants’ hybrid working as ministers move to mandatory attendance.
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How Glasgow businesses can make the benefits of Oasis live forever
The goal should be to turn one of the biggest gigs in the calendar into lasting growth, using exceptional trading days to build capabilities that endure, writes Martyn Kendrick, Regional Director for Scotland at Bank of Scotland
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James Cosmo brings soldier’s words to life in Royal Regiment of Scotland film
James Cosmo lends his voice to a soldier’s powerful poem
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New research reveals Yorkshire businesses' growing demand for young workers
Research from Lloyds Bank reveals almost six in ten businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber have recruited young talent in the past year.
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Dream island life up for grabs as family sought for Fair Isle croft
A rare chance to move to Fair Isle has opened up, with a five-bedroom home and 12-acre croft available on one of Scotland’s remotest inhabited islands
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Pub closures, whisky taxes and the scramble for Budget support
Scottish pubs are closing at an alarming rate as the hospitality industry calls for tax relief and government support ahead of the UK and Scottish Budgets.
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UK Weather: Stormy weather possible as jet stream roars to life
Gales are possible later this week as a deep low pressure system crosses the UK, but uncertainty remains whether impacts will be enough for it to be a named storm.
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The engineer who believes Scotland can become Britain's energy battery
AECOM's Eloise John discusses Scotland's renewable energy future, the challenge of delivering net zero infrastructure and the lessons learned during her career.
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Scots council urged to cut 'extremely disturbing' ties to Israel Defence Forces
A Scottish council has been urged to pull its funding from two companies with ties to the Israel Defence Forces
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New research reveals Yorkshire businesses' growing demand for young workers
Research from Lloyds Bank reveals almost six in ten businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber have recruited young talent in the past year.
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Tens of thousands of Scots waiting more than a year for NHS treatment
More than 30,000 Scottish NHS waits still exceed a year, six months after John Swinney’s March 2026 target was missed, with ministers giving no new date.
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West Highland Way Trust appoints new director to secure trail’s future
James Allan has been appointed director of the West Highland Way Trust, which aims to secure funding and protect the 96-mile Scottish trail.
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Home sellers cut asking prices on 3,000 properties a day, says Rightmove
More property asking prices are being cut than at any time in 15 years, data shared with the BBC shows.
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Reform UK admits ‘errors’ as police assess Holyrood election spending
Police Scotland is assessing whether Reform UK Holyrood candidates broke Holyrood election spending rules.
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What golfers don't see behind the scenes at Carnoustie
Carnoustie Golf Links is lifting the lid on the skill, technology and hard work required to maintain one of Scotland's most famous golfing venues
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Man, 80, who died in light aircraft crash near Loch Lomond named
The flying instructor has been described as "a gentleman and an experienced aviator" by former students.
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The late Lena Martell was a star who studied under Streisand ... yet loved the Barras
THIS week’s Scottish Icon was a Broadway star and understudy to Barbra Streisand. She was also a secret habitué of the Barras.
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'I feel for them': Summerhall developer says some artists may be priced out of venue
In a wide-ranging interview with The Herald, Dr Ali Afshar, managing director of AMA (New Town) Limited, outlined his vision for the venue.
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Scots farmers warn UK food security is at risk as imports soar to £67.8bn
Scottish farmers warn UK food security is at risk as domestic production falls to 60, food imports reach £67.8bn and farm profits remain under pressure.
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John Swinney compared to dictator as bus plans branded ‘business confiscation’
John Swinney has been compared to dictators as McGill's Group threatens legal action over plans to bring buses in Scotland under public control.
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Martin Lewis explains Blue Badge rule change that could save drivers money
Martin Lewis explains changes to Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility, including how Blue Badge holders could save a third on train fares.
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Martin Lewis explains Blue Badge rule change that could save drivers money
Martin Lewis explains changes to Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility, including how Blue Badge holders could save a third on train fares.
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If not Edinburgh, where? What a campus saga asks about specialist degrees
The University of Edinburgh's announcement that 90 specialist degree programmes will close has raised questions about the purpose of university.
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Martin Lewis explains Blue Badge rule change that could save drivers money
Martin Lewis explains changes to Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility, including how Blue Badge holders could save a third on train fares.
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Search narrowed for missing men and boat which failed to arrive in Lewis
An 'area of interest' has been identified in the search for two missing men and their boat, which failed to arrive in Lewis on Tuesday night
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Death of Scotland’s seas? Fury at SNP stewardship of country's once-bountiful waters
Campaigners are outraged at the SNP’s stewardship of the sea. Our Writer at Large hears from them, and their fishing lobby opponents who have just hired an SNP minister as CEO
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Look inside former Darlington bar as night spot transformed into modern office space
A former Darlington bar has been transformed into a new office space following a quarter of a million pound revamp.
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Martin Lewis explains Blue Badge rule change that could save drivers money
Martin Lewis explains changes to Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility, including how Blue Badge holders could save a third on train fares.
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Emotional John Swinney says he'll deliver Scottish independence for teenage son
The SNP leader has closed his party’s annual conference in Aberdeen on a personal note
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Swinney's emotional explanation for his commitment to independence
BBC Scotland's political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney's SNP conference speech.
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Body found in hunt for teenager who went missing from Milngavie
A teenager who went missing from a Glasgow suburb has been found dead
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For all of John Swinney's confidence, independence remains stuck
John Swinney says SNP independence campaign has begun at Aberdeen conference, but Scotland remains divided as polls clash over a second referendum debate.
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SNP says campaign for next referendum on independence ‘has already begun’
John Swinney tells party conference SNP will use ‘six-figure war chest’ to renew argument for leaving UK
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Asda, Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Next shoppers warned over recalls
Retailers including Asda, Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Next have issued recall notices this week alongside alerts from national safety watchdogs.
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Emotional John Swinney says he'll deliver Scottish independence for teenage son
The SNP leader has closed his party’s annual conference in Aberdeen on a personal note
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John Swinney says the campaign for Scottish independence has already begun
John Swinney used his SNP conference speech in Aberdeen to declare that the campaign for a second independence referendum has already begun.
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Scottish Greens co-leader says 'realisation' of Zionism is racist
Scottish Greens co-leader Gillian Mackay hesitates on whether Zionism is racist, citing Gaza, the West Bank and Palestinian self-determination at SNP conference.
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Britain's £4 billion nuclear submarines have a bizarre last line of defence
UK nuclear submarines get emergency water jet defences against hostile drones at HMNB Clyde
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The County Durham pit village behind one of Newcastle United's greatest legends
Small County Durham village Kelloe has a remarkable connection to football history, having produced the man who would become “Mr Newcastle United”.
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Royal National Mòd in pictures as it closes with hundreds of choristers in Glasgow
Tuesday saw the junior competition programme reach its climax with the fluent learner events at the Royal National Mòd in Glasgow. In the Solo Traditional Singing Girls and Boys 13-15 categories, 15-year-old Flora Scott from Sir E Scott School in Harris, collected both the Traditional Silver
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Police Scotland told to produce vetting timeline after latest convictions
Police Scotland have been told to publish a timeline for the re-vetting of officers, after the latest conviction for sexual assault
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NHS staff anger over bombshell plan to reshape orthopaedic surgery across Scotland
A confidential Scottish Government blueprint for orthopaedic surgery — revealed by The Herald — calls for 100 extra clinics and 15 extra theatres monthly, while surgeons, nurses and unions say they were never consulted.
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Women’s health champion rejects SNP-backed gynaecology incentive scheme
Scotland’s women’s health champion has pushed back on an SNP-backed gynaecology workforce scheme as Maree Todd pledged action on rural care and abortion services.
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Piece Hall Christmas Markets 2026 - Everything visitors need to know
Find out everything you need to know about The Piece Hall Christmas Markets, including dates, traders, entertainment and festive events.
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Attacks on Edinburgh secondary school teachers more than double in four years
In total, 210 attacks were recorded, including 39 instances of teachers being hit with a thrown object and 14 cases of an item being used as a weapon.
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Kids eat for free at these food hubs this half-term - including Gordon Ramsay spots
Find out where kids can eat free or for £1 this October half-term, including Burger King, Bella Italia, ASDA cafés, Morrisons and Premier Inn.
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Teenage boy and pensioner killed in Scotland plane crash
Temporary restrictions including drones have been put in place over the Drymen area
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Five magical autumn walks around Scotland easily reached by train
We have officially reached one of my favourite bits of the year. The midway stage of October when, if you’re out and about close to 7.30am, chances are you’ll catch the sun popping its head over the horizon soon afterwards.
