SNP demands pension age freeze for Scots in UK review
SNP MSP warns Scotland faces being 'punished again' as UK Labour government reviews state pension age. Calls for halt to increase due to lower life expectancy.
SNP MSP warns Scotland faces being 'punished again' as UK Labour government reviews state pension age. Calls for halt to increase due to lower life expectancy.
Police Scotland make a fresh appeal for information on what would have been Jordan Gray's 27th birthday. The 26-year-old was found shot dead in his Motherwell flat on December 15.
Barclays seals a multi-year naming rights deal for Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park, and partners with the Scottish Cup. Discover how this investment aims to boost grassroots football and major events.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
The UK is set for a massive 719-mile wide snowstorm from Brighton to Scotland, with up to an inch per hour forecast. Read the full weather warning and regional impacts.
The UK faces a 90-hour snow event starting January 4, with Scotland worst-hit. Up to an inch per hour could fall. Get the latest forecast details and regional impacts here.
Weather maps predict heavy snow to hit Scotland and parts of northern England from January 6, with up to four inches forecast. Get the latest UK weather updates here.
The UK is set for a severe -9C Arctic freeze on January 3, with a six-hour 'snow bomb' hitting hardest in Scotland. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Scottish officials are weighing a historic change to the 2005 smoking ban to allow supervised crack cocaine smoking in Glasgow and Edinburgh facilities. Read the full story.
Maps reveal the parts of England and Scotland set for significant snowfall from January 3, with up to six inches forecast. Discover if your area is at risk.
The Met Office forecasts a significant turn to colder, windier conditions from 1st January. Find out what the New Year weather shift means for you.
New data reveals pavement parking incidents in Scotland have risen since the 2023 ban. Campaigners demand councils enforce the law to protect pedestrians and wheelchair users.
The Met Office warns of frost and rain in Birmingham this weekend, with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Discover the full Christmas and New Year weather outlook for the city.
A road in south-west Birmingham was closed after a two-car collision at the junction of Scotland Lane and Frankley Lane. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest traffic updates.
Scotland confirms a 10mph rise for lorries on major roads, aiming to improve safety by reducing speed differentials. Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop explains the move.
The Met Office warns of disruptive weather with 36 flood warnings across the UK. Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast, potentially causing travel chaos. Stay updated with the latest forecasts.
Maps reveal which parts of the UK will see up to four inches of snow from Friday evening. Scotland faces the worst of the wintry blast. Full forecast details inside.
A severe Arctic blast is set to hit the UK, with temperatures plummeting to -6C and heavy snow forecast for Scotland. Get the full forecast and regional impacts here.
Parts of the UK are braced for heavy snowfall from Thursday night into Saturday. Central Scotland, Wales and Northumberland are set to be worst hit. Get the latest forecast details.
Lloyds Banking Group announces 44 branch closures for 2026 as customers move online. Find the full list and see what support will be available for affected communities.
A 330-mile-wide snow front is set to hammer parts of the UK from 3pm on December 5, with Wales and Scotland worst-hit. Get the latest forecast and travel warnings here.
Latest weather maps show a dramatic shift, with predicted 5cm of snow for the West Midlands now expected to hit only Scotland. Get the full forecast details.
Challenge your Scottish knowledge with our St Andrew's Day quiz covering history, culture and traditions. Perfect for testing your heritage awareness this festive season!
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain and gusty winds across parts of the UK this weekend, potentially causing travel chaos and flooding. Plan ahead and stay informed.
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds across the UK for Monday, December 1. Expect travel disruption and potential flooding.
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for parts of the Midlands, with sub-zero temperatures risking injuries from slips and falls. Stay informed.
The UK faces a 30-hour snow blast this weekend, with the Met Office issuing yellow rain warnings for four regions. Get the latest forecast and travel updates.
The Met Office has issued an 18-hour yellow weather warning for rain across Birmingham and the West Midlands this Saturday, bringing potential travel disruption and flooding.
Met Office issues 18-hour yellow warning for heavy rain across West Midlands this Saturday, expecting significant travel disruption and flood risk. Plan your journey.