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Scottish Labour letting down its voters, says MP suspended for saying what he means
1+ hour, 40+ min ago (774+ words) I was telling a prominent Scottish Tory backer that I'd interviewed Brian Leishman, the Labour MP for Alloa and Grangemouth. Her response was a warm one: there was affection and not in a supercilious, pat-on-the-head sort of way. "I like…...
UK Government 'considering' removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from succession
14+ hour, 2+ min ago (240+ words) The UK Government is reportedly considering legislation which would remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, from the line of succession. Though he has been stripped of his titles, the 66-year-old remains eighth in line to the throne as King Charles…...
New £3m spa opens on Ayrshire coast with sprawling sea views
19+ hour, 28+ min ago (497+ words) The owners of a new "3m coastal spa development have spoken of their "proud moment" as the venue finally opens its doors. The Si! Spa has opened at The Waterside Hotel in West Kilbride following a major investment by operator SimpsInns....
Labour MSPs facing election battle after party releases surprise list vote rankings
20+ hour, 38+ min ago (400+ words) A former SNP and Alba member has been named top of the Lothian list for Labour in the upcoming Holyrood election, ahead of two current MSPs. Anas Sarwar's party has released its rankings for the regional list vote in advance…...
Trust Deed Scotland launches national campaign to help Scots struggling with debt
22+ hour, 10+ min ago (426+ words) New research reveals stigma, silence and sleepless nights still dominate Scotland's debt crisis " with Scots wishing they had sought help sooner. Trust Deed Scotland was the largest provider of statutory debt solutions in Scotland in 2025." It has now launched its…...
Invite from 1852 reconnects Glasgow Shakespeare society with its past
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (721+ words) A remarkable piece of literary history has resurfaced after more than 170 years, offering a vivid glimpse into the early days of the Glasgow Shakespeare Society. ln January this year, the society received an unexpected private message via Facebook from a…...
'Dear, Glasgow: Why do we care where the West End starts or the South Side ends?"
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (405+ words) What does our constant debate around whether an area is south side or west end say about Glasgow, asks Marissa MacWhirter If I close my eyes and picture the south side, I see an organic spike tattoo wrapped around a…...
Lighting for Glasgow park after concerns over night-time safety
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (403+ words) Alexandra Park in Glasgow is set to have lighting installed as women raise concerns about walking through the grounds in the dark winter mornings and evenings. Solar powered lampposts are to be put in place along a main path linking…...
Peter Mandelson's lobbying firm collapses after Epstein revelations
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (378+ words) A lobbying firm founded by disgraced politico Peter Mandelson has gone into administration, it has been reported. A number of high-profile clients, including Barclays, Tesco, and Klarna, withdrew from contracts with Global Counsel amid claims Mandelson allegedly passed on government…...
Edinburgh Council awards £60,000 to sports events in city
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (297+ words) 60,000 in funding has been awarded to support sports events across a major Scottish city. The City of Edinburgh Council cash will go towards organisations running competitive events that promote physical activity and participation among people of all ages and abilities....