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Glasgow cops seize fireworks worth £12k in 'one of Scotland's biggest recoveries'
More than a quarter of a ton of fireworks were seized in what's believed to be one of the largest recoveries in Scotland.
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20mph coming to 500 Glasgow southside streets as 'safer' speed limit rollout continues
Around 3,800 streets and street sections across Glasgow are changing from 30mph to 20mph in the citywide programme.
Glasgow schoolkids could have two extra days off amid 'significant curriculum changes'
The additional days off will allow teachers to prepare for a "substantial curriculum reform".
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Vernon Kay raves about 'divine' Scottish spot he calls 'one of the world's most beautiful'
Vernon's remarks emerged as he played a voice note from a BBC Radio 2 listener, who revealed her approach to "feeling better" - immersing herself in the "wonders" of nature
Lewis Capaldi announces 'last UK gig for a while' as he focuses on exercise
"The mental benefits I get after are like taking the strongest antidepressant in the world – it’s really instant."
Road near major Glasgow football stadium to close as emergency works begin
Paisley Road West in Glasgow will close westbound near Ibrox Stadium from November 5 for Scottish Water repairs, with diversions and delays for drivers.
Rail passengers warned of delays and cancellations after incident near Glasgow
Rail passengers are facing disruption following an operational incident in the Cambuslang area.
Glasgow train services hit with disruption after 'operational incident'
Rail passengers are facing delays and cancellations this morning following an operational incident in the Cambuslang area.
Eight to stand trial after violent scenes at Cheshire home 'linked to Scots traveller feud'
It is understood the violence was linked to warring traveller families at a yard owned by the McGinleys
Hair icon and ex-husband of Glasgow singer Lulu, John Frieda, dies aged 75
John Frieda, pioneering hair stylist and ex-husband of Glasgow singer Lulu, has died aged 75, his family says. He leaves behind a global haircare legacy.
Ministers urged to set target to almost treble Scotland’s onshore wind power
Setting a new target to virtually treble Scotland’s onshore wind capacity by 2040 could generate more than £4 billion for the country’s economy while supporting thousands of jobs, research has revealed.
Tragedy as girl, 12, dies after being struck by bus in Kilwinning
The girl was sadly pronounced dead at the scene
Man loses over 3st after putting aside one misconception
A man has lost more than three stone after joining a slimming group he once thought wasn’t for him.
Fears Glasgow parent's huge £42k legal bill could dissuade volunteers from standing up to council
The council leader defended the bill as he said the local authority had to recoup legal fees.
Ukrainian teen who fled war at age 12 now helps others rebuild lives in Scotland
Maksym Vivchar, once a withdrawn 12-year-old, is now helping the charity support younger Ukrainian children facing many of the same challenges he did.
Glasgow teacher's car damaged so badly while working council had to pay £5k compensation
Since the beginning of 2023, the council has received nearly £12,000 worth of compensation claims due to damage to property.
Over half a million people across Scotland at risk of needing food bank over next year
Work is not protecting people from hardship – almost 1 in 5 working people in Scotland ran out of food and couldn’t afford to buy more.
12-year-old girl dead after being knocked down by bus
A 12-year-old girl died after being hit by a bus in Kilwinning, on November 3. Police Scotland appeals for witnesses as road reopens.
Scots councillor considered quitting after freedom of speech row with ethics watchdog
Dumfries and Galloway councillor Andrew Wood says support from constituents persuaded him to stand again after a Standards Commission ruling over his criticism of a council chief executive.
Lord Advocate’s position questioned as High Court trial backlog trebles
Questions have been raised about the Lord Advocate's positions as High Court indictments are projected to exceed 2,000 as the trial backlog nearly trebles.