Scotland
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Hargreaves wins 15-year logistics deal for Scotland's deposit return scheme
Hargreaves Services wins a 15-year Re.Group contract to manage Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme logistics from October 2027, boosting UK recycling rates.
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Stuart Cosgrove: BBC Scotland channel was an opportunity 'needlessly squandered'
BBC Scotland presenter Stuart Cosgrove has suggested its axed TV channel was 'a fantastic opportunity for Scotland that has been needlessly squandered'.
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SNP opens door to voluntary NHS staff exits in major health board shake-up
NHS staff could be offered voluntary exits or redeployed under SNP plans to cut Scotland's health boards from 14 to two, new guidance reveals.
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Halloween and Bonfire Night dispersal zone to be implemented in Glasgow area
Police are to implement a dispersal zone within the Pollokshields area of Glasgow over the Halloween and Bonfire Night.
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Inverness renewables firm plans recruitment drive as US expansion gathers pace
Inverness firm Aurora Energy Services plans to recruit staff and open a third US site, expanding wind, solar and battery storage operations across the Americas.
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If the SNP can't be convinced on public sector reform, we've got a problem
Ivan McKee faced backlash from within his own party, making the Scottish Government's public sector reform plans even tougher.
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Barclays stays silent on Glasgow jobs as 5,000 roles face axe
Barclays has declined to say whether workers at its flagship Glasgow campus will be affected by plans to cut around 5,000 jobs globally
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Multi-vehicle collision sparks major delays on M8 motorway in Glasgow
A multi-vehicle collision is causing major delays for motorists on the M8 motorway.
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Storm Boelo - Bradford braces itself for 80mph winds and travel disruption
Gusts of 50mph to 60mph are forecast, with stronger winds possible in exposed areas and on high ground.
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What the Autumn Budget could mean for your benefits and pensions
Several major policy announcements are expected later this year
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Reset the Rates: The Herald's campaign for fairer business rates - all stories here
The Herald’s Reset the Rates campaign investigates Scotland’s business rates crisis and calls for six major reforms to protect businesses, jobs and high streets. Read all of our coverage here.
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Scottish public bodies restore websites after cyber threat uncovered
The threat was identified by researchers - and spanned the whole globe
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Calls for £9.90 prescription charge to be scrapped as patients go without medication
The NPA said that prescription charges are a ‘cruel tax on illness’ as they called on the Chancellor to scrap the charges in the upcoming Budget
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Coul Links ruling deals blow to hopes for major Highland golf development
Supporters said the championship course could create millions of pounds in economic activity, but ministers ruled this did not outweigh the environmental harm
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Church to retrace final footsteps of soldier killed just days before end of WW1
40 people from Motherwell are to travel to Belgium to retrace the final footsteps of a young soldier who was killed during the closing days of the First World War – just 11 days before the Armistice.
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Stephen Flynn accused of 'hiding' as union hits out over Israel links to ScotRail
The Scottish organiser for the train drivers' union has accused Stephen Flynn of "tenuously hiding" behind process after it was decided a company linked to illegal Israeli settlements will not be removed from a ScotRail tender process
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Cause of A171 crash which killed Darlington MBE couple 'unknown', inquest hears
Alan Charlton, 90, and Joy McCulloch, 74, died after the two-vehicle crash on the A171 near Scaling Dam just before midnight on Friday (October 2).
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Experts give advice on what you need to buy to prepare for winter weather
A ‘danger to life’ warning has been issued for sea fronts and coastal roads as UK braces for Storm Austen to hit
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Met Office issues ‘danger to life’ warning as Storm Austen approaches
Strong winds are expected across southern parts of England and Wales
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Sir Tom Hunter warns Scotland's 'punishing' rates system is driving away investment
Sir Tom Hunter has backed The Herald's Reset The Rates campaign, warning Scotland's business rates system is discouraging investment.
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PHP security crisis live — all the latest news as issues affect websites across the world
The updates on the PHP crisis
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Edinburgh letting agency wins three Gold ESTAS awards in its 20th anniversary year
Edinburgh-based Arden Property Management has won three honours at the ESTAS Awards, including Gold for Best Letting Agency in Scotland, based on verified landlord and tenant reviews.
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Scotland risks losing investment over rates burden, boss of leading jeweller warns
ROX managing director Kyron Keogh warns Scotland risks losing investment to England amid concerns over business rates
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Mapped: Where storms Austen and Boelo will smash UK this weekend with 80mph winds
Forecasters have issued three weather warnings ahead of Storm Austen
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Six European destinations included in ‘Best of the World’ selection
National Geographic has curated its list of 25 must-visit places for 2027, with six destinations in Europe making the cut, including the Tricity area in Poland and Vestland in Norway. #EuropeNews
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 22
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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Two named storms in two days as Austen and Boelo target UK
The Met Office has named a new storm, Boelo, which is set to bring another round of stormy weather to the UK over the weekend.
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Edinburgh's unionist councillors back referendum — on boundary changes to capital
Under proposals for public sector reform mooted by the government in September, Scotland’s current 32-council system could be replaced.
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Inside the making of 'heart-pumping' new BBC horror show set on stricken CalMac ferry
A new Gaelic-language BBC horror series set on a stricken CalMac ferry is being launched in the run-up to Halloween.
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Ayrshire Bakery sold as owners retire after more than 50 years in business
Saltcoats’ Kandy Bar Bakery owners Stephen and Rona McAllister retire after 50 years, selling the Ayrshire business to Craig and Lesley McPhie.
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Edinburgh’s Aspect Building set for £26 million refurbishment and rooftop pavilion
The Aspect Building in Edinburgh’s West End will be refurbished to provide more than 26,000 sq ft of Grade A office space, landscaped gardens and a rooftop pavilion, with completion expected by the end of 2027.
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10 gigs to see in Scotland next month: Stevie Wonder to Phoebe Bridgers and Cat Power
Everyone from Van Morrison to Cat Power is playing in Scotland in November, but, in truth, there’s one gig that stands head and shoulders above everything else this month. An appearance by the Motown legend and all-round musical genius, Stevland Hardaway Judkins.
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Probe launched after 74-year-old murderer and rapist dies
George Metcalff was found guilty of murdering Patricia Henry in 2021
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UK government services hit by worldwide cyber security threat
Cybersecurity chiefs warned UK organisations that a ‘critical security issue’ had been discovered in the programming language PHP
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Tour de France 2027 UK stages in detail: Where will you stand?
The full route for the 2027 Tour de France is announced in Paris, with street-by-street details of the six stages in the UK revealed.
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Scotland faces 80mph winds and heavy rain as Storm Boelo warning issued
The weather warning for wind follows one for rain on Friday
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Met Office issues yellow weather warning for North Yorkshire
The Met Office has issued a warning for parts of North Yorkshire as Storm Boelo approaches.
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TV quota ‘sham’ row as London firms cash in on Scots BBC productions
Scottish TV production quotas scrutiny after an investigation records claims of loopholes, token offices and weak checks on regional productions.
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Second storm to hit UK this weekend as Storm Boelo forecast to bring wind and rain
Gusts up to 80mph set to lash coastal areas across the UK over the weekend
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PHP: What is it and why did it spark a global cyber security scramble?
AI uncovered long-hidden programming flaws, triggering a rare global cyber-security response.
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Prescription charges in England should be scrapped, experts say
The NPA said that prescription charges are a ‘cruel tax on illness’ as they called on the Chancellor to scrap the charges in the upcoming Budget
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Royal Navy lacks resources to counter Russian threat in high north, MPs warn
Committee cites shortfalls of submarines and warships and says ‘dramatic progress’ needed by end of decade
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Only one female scientist named in GCSEs, research finds
A new study finds Rosalind Franklin is the only woman named in Key Stage 4 science specifications.
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It’s Cozy Season. Ruggable’s October Sale Is Right on Time
My floors are cold, my home needs a seasonal refresh, and Ruggable’s October Hosting Sale is the perfect excuse to buy a new rug.
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Former Tory election candidate suspended over contract killing claims
Jack Ross was filmed allegedly discussing with an undercover reporter violent options to deal with enemies
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Energy secretary leaning towards rejecting Rosebank oilfield
Exclusive: Officials say Miatta Fahnbulleh minded not to give approval in victory for climate campaigners
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'Playful' North East business on Dragon's Den offers a modern take on fairground fun
An entertainment venue which recently secured Dragon's Den investment remains popular among Newcastle locals a year on from becoming the business' first English location.
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South Korea tests Cheongwang laser air defense weapon
South Korea unveils 50kW Cheongwang armored laser vehicle — Hanwha expands global export push for mobile beam weapons designed to crush drone swarms
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Tartan Noir: New online course examines Scotland’s crime-writing tradition
Murder, mystery and some of Scotland’s best-known crime writers take centre stage in a new online course from the University of Glasgow
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Ring-fence energy fund for north-east of Scotland, says Swinney
The call comes after the Jackdaw gas field near Aberdeen was approved by the UK Government.
