National News
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Bus journey times being 'killed by congestion' in cities
The industry warns that traffic jams are slowing average bus speeds and are calling for more priority measures for buses.
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Teen rider in safety plea after horse bitten by out-of-control dog
A 14-year-old horse rider is urging the public to control their dogs after being attacked while horse-riding near Lockerbie.
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Scotland's papers: Talks to halt doctors strike and tributes to Chris Rea
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.
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The communities seeking to cash in on wind turbine ownership
New Scottish government proposals will give local groups a head start when renewable energy projects on public land come up for new leases.
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Two men in court after £10m of cocaine and heroin seized
Two men, aged 43 and 22, were charged at Glasgow Sheriff Court after the police operation in Shettleston.
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Man jailed for 14-year campaign of rape and violence against women
He targeted five women in Dundee and Newport-on-Tay over the course of more than a decade
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Resident doctor pay talks to continue over Christmas as strike looms
Scotland's resident doctors have voted to strike in January, but the health secretary says it is an outcome both sides want to avoid.
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Woman, 74, dies in hospital after being hit by motorbike
The incident happened at around 7.45pm on Friday, 12 December, on Pollokshaws Road.
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Kessock Ferry Swim cancelled for second year in a row
Organisers Àban Outdoor Ltd said the event would return in 2027 with a slightly different format.
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Man jailed for killing pensioner with off-road bike
Joshua Findlay struck David Gow as he crossed the road in the Lambhill area of Glasgow in 2023.
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Warning as toxic plant washes up in Scotland
The toxic plant resembles a parsnip and is also known as "dead man's fingers".
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Scott 'honoured' to replace Sadiku as Celtic head coach
Former title-winning manager Elena Sadiku has left Celtic and has been replaced by Hibernian boss Grant Scott.
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Glasgow looks for operator for 3,000 new electric charge points
Glasgow City Region - a partnership of eight local councils - had launched a procurement process for a private firm to deliver the scheme.
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Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.
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Why I light up my garden for more than half the year
Sandra Lee Myles' garden has become a landmark in Drumchapel as she lost count of how many decorations she owns.
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'We won't be able to use our phones if we have a power cut'
Eskdalemuir villagers fear a downgrade of service despite an upgrade to digital phone technology.
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Feeling the power of the water on a year-long swim of the River Tay
Calum Maclean has spent every month of 2025 swimming every section of Scotland's longest river.
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'You're on standby for Lockerbie' - volunteers recall their role after Pan Am bombing
Amateur radio enthusiasts found themselves acting as a link between emergency crews.
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'It's Scotland's Shakespeare' - why the nation loves panto
A new exhibition shows Scotland's long-running love affair with panto, from patter to pratfalls.
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I saw Sir Walter Scott's monumental facelift from an 80ft height
Restoration is under way on the statue which has towered over Glasgow for nearly 200 years.
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Will tech trump tradition at bakers and biscuit makers?
Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.
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The 'fed up' Scottish town that voted for Reform UK
Why did the people of Whitburn - and nearby Blackburn - choose Nigel Farage's party over others?
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Bus journey times being 'killed by congestion' in cities
The industry warns that traffic jams are slowing average bus speeds and are calling for more priority measures for buses.
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Man dies following crash near Whitebridge in Highlands
The collision happened on an unclassified road at Whitebridge on Friday evening.
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Boat at centre of search had set off from Arbroath
The vessel ran aground near Inverbervie on Saturday but its sole occupant has yet to be traced.
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Teen rider in safety plea after horse bitten by out-of-control dog
A 14-year-old horse rider is urging the public to control their dogs after being attacked while horse-riding near Lockerbie.
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The communities seeking to cash in on wind turbine ownership
New Scottish government proposals will give local groups a head start when renewable energy projects on public land come up for new leases.
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Scott 'honoured' to replace Sadiku as Celtic head coach
Former title-winning manager Elena Sadiku has left Celtic and has been replaced by Hibernian boss Grant Scott.
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Explaining Celtic manager Nancy's 'unusual' tactics
Analysing Wilfried Nancy's tactical approach, why his Columbus Crew side impressed and what he is trying to create at Celtic.
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'Hearts have arrived'... but McInnes warns they can get better
Hearts "have arrived" as Scottish Premiership title contenders after beating Rangers for the second time this season, says Kris Boyd.
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Scottish Football Podcast
Wilfried Nancy’s Celtic finally win and Hearts beat Rangers to stay six clear at the top.
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Gerrard not a magician after discussing Rangers approach - gossip
Former Ibrox manager Steven Gerrard speaks out as Celtic women head coach nears exit door.

