The Herald (Scotland)
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Scottish farmers consider pulling out of mobile mast deals amid huge rent cuts
Scottish farmers could pull out of mobile mast agreements after rent cuts of thousands of pounds, sparking warnings over rural mobile coverage.
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Black waitress, 15, called ‘that’ and ‘it’ by Thurso hotel chef wins £13k in tribunal
A Thurso hotel has been ordered to pay £13,048 to Danisha Charles after a tribunal found its chef and general manager subjected the 15-year-old to sustained verbal abuse before dismissing her over a mental health condition she did not have.
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Why is Paisley more than 17 minutes behind Greenwich Meantime?
As the clocks go back this weekend, buddies in Paisley could be forgiven for setting their alarms a little later than others if they decide to stay on 'Paisley time'.
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Paisley Halloween Festival cancelled due to Storm Boelo
Paisley Halloween Festival’s Saturday programme was cancelled by Renfrewshire Council on October 24 due to severe weather and an amber wind warning.
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Family-run hotels group placed into administration after £2.8m HMRC tax dispute
A profitable family-run Scottish company operating eight hotels was placed into administration following an HMRC tax bill dispute.
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Why bonds are back on the radar for income investors
As bond yields climb, investors are finding new income opportunities. Here's why many are taking a fresh look at fixed income
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Faifley Campus opens with schools, library and community facilities under one roof
Faifley Campus in West Dunbartonshire officially opened on October 22, bringing schools, childcare, ASN provision, library and community facilities together.
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'We've sold 500 deep-fried Mars bars': Chippy institution takes Newcastle by storm
A famous Scottish fish and chip shop chain has expanded into England following a £1.5 million investment - and is going down a storm already with locals.
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Singers and musicians urge Scottish Government to rethink trad music company plans
The Scottish Government’s plans to give traditional music the 'same platform' as opera, ballet and classical music have sparked concerns.
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Mummies removed from two Glasgow museums over consent concerns
A number of Egyptian mummies have been removed from two Glasgow museums amid concerns over "informed consent" from the deceased
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Man, 62, arrested after report of indecent exposure in Strathclyde Country Park
A man has been arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure at Strathclyde Country Park.
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Potfest Scotland: Go potty for major celebration of ceramics in Glasgow
Potfest will be hosted by WASPS in their Brigait venue, the old fish market which is less than 15 minutes walk from Glasgow Central Station and less than 20 minutes from Queen Street Station, from Friday 27- Sunday 29th November 10am – 4.30pm daily
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Inaugural World Shortbread Championship to take place in Scotland next month
The innagural World Shortbread Championship is set to take place in Scotland next month, with organisers today revealing the expert judging panel lineup.
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'Nonsense': Fresh blow for Scottish Government over public service shake-up
The Scottish Government's public sector reform plans have faced more bruising criticism.
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Scotland’s first EPIC cinema screen opens at Vue Livingston after refurbishment
Vue Livingston launches Scotland’s first EPIC cinema screen with Dolby Atmos, laser projection and luxury seating before closing November 30 for upgrades.
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Edinburgh Cashmere Christmas gift ideas: Thoughtful gifting in cashmere and lambswool
Christmas has a way of arriving in a series of small, recognisable scenes. The first window of the advent calendar is opened. Strings of lights go up across town squares and along shopping streets, wreaths appear on front doors, and the first carols drift out of shop doorways
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'Erasmus fiasco' as Edinburgh University to 'slash' study abroad team by 60 per cent
Staff fear the cuts will impact the university’s ability to participate in the Erasmus+ scheme when it returns next year.
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Pedestrian dies after being struck by HGV in Aberdeen
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a HGV in Aberdeen.
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Police say no further investigation needed into Yes Scotland chief
Police say there is no reason to investigate Yes Scotland finances further
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'Every farmer we met in the West Bank had been attacked by Israeli settlers'
Observers who were detained at an olive harvest in the Occupied Palestinian Territories have spoken out, as Israel prepares to fully close the West Bank
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Netflix star Zach Zucker brings cult hit Stamptown to Edinburgh’s Christmas line-up
Stamptown, led by Netflix star Zach Zucker, joins Edinburgh’s Christmas at Bristo Square from December 3 to 19, bringing anarchic comedy and cabaret.
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Scottish engineering company almost triples turnover to record level
A Scottish engineering company has seen turnover almost trebled to more than £10 million.
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Result of crunch vote at £1 billion Scottish company revealed
The result of the crunch vote at the £1 billion Scottish company, forced by a US hedge fund, has been revealed
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Latest Ferguson Marine news, interviews and updates on the shipyard
All the latest news, interviews and updates about Ferguson Marine.
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Rail lines to close as amber warning issued for Scotland
Rail lines in the west and north of Scotland are to close during Storm Boelo, with speed restrictions also being introduced across the country as strong winds and heavy rain move in.
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Ross Greer lifts lid on Greens financial woes and outlines Budget demands from SNP
Ross Greer lifts the lid on how the Scottish Greens borrowed £150,000 and scraped donations of £5 and £10 to fight the Holyrood election, as members gather in Inverness to debate the party's financial future.
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Storm warning upgraded to 'danger to life' amber alert
The bad weather is set to last 24 hours
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Edinburgh’s Ricks bar and boutique hotel to reopen after major refurbishment
Edinburgh cocktail bar and boutique hotel Ricks will reopen on October 31, 2026, after a Montpeliers refurbishment with seasonal British food and cocktails.
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Sturgeon: Scottish culture held back by 'cringe factor', red tape and risk aversion
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has warned Scotland is lagging well behind other countries over the championing and promotion of its own culture.
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Scottish mental health hub supports more than 8,500 visitors in first year
The Nook, a free walk-in mental health hub in Glasgow run by SAMH, has welcomed more than 8,500 visitors in its first year as the charity seeks funding to expand across Scotland.
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Melinda French Gates and John Swinney pay tribute at Sir Ian Wood service
Melinda French Gates and John Swinney were among those who paid tribute to the life of businessman Sir Ian Wood at a memorial service in Aberdeen on Friday.
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Man who asked judge not to lock him up so he could go on holiday jailed
A man who asked a judge not to lock him up so he could go on holiday has been jailed for more than nine years.
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Future of historic house once described as 'Scotland's most at risk building' secured
The future of an historic house once described as Scotland’s most at risk building has been secured after Scottish Ministers confirmed its ownership would be taken over by Midlothian Council.
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Perthshire farm crowned Champion of Champions at Scottish Agriculture Awards
A Perthshire farming business has been named the outstanding winner at the 2026 Scottish Agriculture Awards after judges praised its combination of farming skill, innovation, commercial success and attention to detail.
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Teenager arrested for allegedly poisoning soldiers on behalf of Russia
A 17-year-old girl has been arrested in Ukraine for allegedly poisoning soldiers on the orders of the Russian security services
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RNLI issues coastal safety warning as Scotland faces 80mph storm gusts
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has issued a reminder to those along the coast to be aware of the dangers as Storms Austen and Boelo are expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain across Scotland this weekend.
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Historic Scottish housebuilder defies market pressures to double profits
Cruden reports stronger sales and profits as it hails a pipeline of around 3,500 homes across Scotland.
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Hub opens for Scotland’s first joint university-college undergraduate school
UWS and New College Lanarkshire open a learning hub on October 23, widening degree access and supporting skills development for students across Lanarkshire.
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Edinburgh councillors may ask watchdog to investigate congestion charge u-turn
Scottish Greens councillor Chas Booth is leading the charge against what he termed a “U-turn” and a “massive betrayal” by transport minister Stephen Flynn.
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TV Festival moves dates to avoid Edinburgh festivals after moving out of Edinburgh
Organisers of the UK's biggest TV industry gathering say it will be staged a week later than normal after deciding to move out of Edinburgh.
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Tributes paid veteran Scottish Opera tenor John Robertson following death at 88
A remarkable 52-year Scottish Opera career remembered with heartfelt tributes
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Scottish business rates 'ripe for reconsideration', says leading academic
University of Stirling professor Leigh Sparks says Scotland's business rates are ripe for reconsideration
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Storm Austen travel warning with roads rail and ferries disrupted
Travellers have been warned to prepare for longer journey times as bad weather blows in
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Scottish Greens call for new tax on frequent flyers to fund buses
Greens call for a tax on flights to fund buses
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 23
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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Scottish Greens to debate motion to extend legal rights to polyamorous relationships
Hospital wards, mortgage lenders and divorce courts would all have to make room for polyamorous relationships under policy up for debate at the Scottish Greens conference.
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'I'd vote for it again': Scotscraig captain still backs TALGC after Glen vote
Scotscraig captain George Heron says he would vote for the club's TALGC deal again, arguing that concerns over control and course access have not materialised
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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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Scots call for alcohol tax hikes after post-pandemic death toll spike
Scotland's alcohol-specific deaths remain 16 per cent above pre-pandemic levels as SHAAP calls for higher alcohol duty and tougher action on alcohol harm.
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Meghan Markle 'deeply distressed' by allegations about her father
The Duchess of Sussex has said she is “deeply distressed” by accusations her father had a hoard of child sex abuse images