Ryan McDougall

UK

Orkney’s curlew population back on the rise as charity removes invasive species

The curlew population had declined by more than 50%, according to statistics obtained by a wildlife charity.
21 Apr 2025
UK

Tributes paid to late historian who was ‘gifted leader of blind people’

Dr Fred Reid died on March 29 following a short illness.
17 Apr 2025
Celebrity News

Big Lunch is great chance to share and inspire, says National Chef of Scotland

Former MasterChef: The Professionals champion Gary Maclean wants people to get involved in the campaign.
16 Apr 2025
Politics

Ex-Glasgow City Council leader arrested over fraud claims

Frank McAveety also served as a Scottish Labour MSP for 12 years.
15 Apr 2025
Celebrity News

Shortlist for prestigious book award unveiled

The winner will be announced on June 12.
15 Apr 2025
Business News

More than 300 jobs to be created with £450m energy investment in north Scotland

It is hoped the new investment will boost network resilience across the region, where outages are more common because of the harsh climate.
7 Apr 2025
UK

Industrial estate blaze not thought to be suspicious – police

Firefighters have now left the scene in Cumbernauld after four days.
4 Apr 2025
Environment

Sepa warns of early signs of water scarcity as dry spell continues

The agency said it is working with Scottish Water and the Scottish Government to monitor water levels across Scotland.
4 Apr 2025
UK

Body-worn cameras for police will bring ‘huge benefits’, says chief constable

Jo Farrell expects the roll-out of the bodycams to be completed within 12-18 months.
26 Mar 2025
Business News

Care home workers to meet with ministers after feeling ‘abandoned’ during Covid

It follows a recent poll where GMB members working in private care homes said things had either stayed the same or worsened since covid.
26 Mar 2025
Politics

£10m awarded to road safety improvement projects

The improvements include better road signage, vehicle restraint systems, and more pedestrian crossings.
26 Mar 2025
UK

Diary written by acclaimed artist Duncan Grant sells for 17 times its estimate

The book fetched £13,750, having been expected to sell for £500-£800.
25 Mar 2025
UK

Scottish flights cancelled due to Heathrow closure following substation fire

Passengers have been urged to check the status of their flights ahead of time.
21 Mar 2025
Science

Researchers discover way to manipulate properties of light in new breakthrough

Researchers say what was once just a concept is now a reality, thanks to efforts led by Dr Marcello Ferrera and his team of scientists.
18 Mar 2025
Celebrity News

Scottish comedian calls for increased disabled accessibility in Glasgow venues

James Gardner’s plea comes in response to his brother’s plight, having been unable to attend a number of comedy shows due to his disability.
17 Mar 2025
Politics

Scottish Government to give extra £10m to universities under financial strain

The University of Dundee, which will benefit from the funding, said it was ‘extremely grateful’ to the Scottish Government.
14 Mar 2025
Business News

Local government workers consulted on industrial action amid pay dispute

Unison said the latest pay offer amounts to a real-terms pay cut.
14 Mar 2025