St Andrew's Day: Do workers in Scotland get a bank holiday?
Nov 18, 2024 · Andrew became Scotland's saint all the way back in 1320 when the Declaration of Arbroath was signed. Since then, Scotland has been part of an exclusive club of countries which have the disciple as their patron saint.
Celtic Connections launches programme for 2025 as headliners …
Oct 15, 2024 · (Image: Kris Kesiak) He said: “We are incredibly proud of Celtic Connections’ place as an ecosystem for new music and art. In 2025 we are bringing together international icons with emerging acts to create career-defining performances and never-seen-before collaborations, not to mention great nights out for our audiences.
Film on archaeological discovery revealing secrets of Glencoe …
Nov 11, 2024 · Created by History Hit, A Scottish Massacre – Unearthing The Secrets of Glencoe, delves into the discovery which shines new light on one of the Highlands' most notorious historical events and will premiere on the film firm's streaming service on November 14.
Keir Starmer to host first council of nations and regions in Scotland
Oct 5, 2024 · The initiative was announced at a meeting with English mayors shortly after Labour's victory in the General Election in July.. The meeting is intended to bring together the 11 English metro mayors, the leaders of the devolved administrations, and the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan to discuss "shared challenges" and "opportunities".
SNP manifesto 2024: The key policies explained | The National
Jun 19, 2024 · Public spending The SNP say they want an end to “14 years of Tory-imposed austerity”. They have charged Labour and the Tories of signing up to spending plans that conceal £18 billion worth of cuts.. SNP MPs would demand the “full” devolution of taxes to Holyrood, including the windfall tax on oil and gas companies. They said they would spread this out over a “wider” range of ...
Northern Lights could be visible in Scotland tonight – see where
Oct 10, 2024 · As they collide, light is emitted at various wavelengths, creating colourful displays in the sky. The auroras on Earth, which are most commonly seen over high polar latitudes but can often spread south to be visible over parts of the UK, are chiefly influenced by geomagnetic storms which originate from activity on the sun.
Scottish Labour win two by-elections in North Lanarkshire
Oct 11, 2024 · Margaret Quigley was elected in Fortissat whilst Helena Gray was elected in Mossend and Holytown, North Lanarkshire Council confirmed after the by-elections took place on Thursday.
Scots claim victory in record-breaking Great Scottish Run in Glasgow
Oct 6, 2024 · Hawkins joined thousands in Glasgow on Sunday morning to take part in the annual half marathon event. After claiming victory in 2016 and 2022, Hawkins once again crossed the line in first place with a time of 01:03:25.
What are Donald Trump's family ties to Scotland? All to know
Nov 5, 2024 · Donald Trump's family ties to Scotland - everything you need to know Donald Trump's Scottish ties are through his mother Mary Anne MacLeod who was born in the small village of Tong on the Isle of Lewis.. She was born in 1912 and was the youngest of ten children in a Gaelic household.
Three arrests made after bomb squads called to Buchanan Bus …
Nov 20, 2024 · Police have closed Killermont Street and are directing people around (Image: Colin Mearns) Police further said that the EOD teams remained at the scene. The police statement said: “Three men have been arrested in connection with the incident at Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow, which was reported around 1.10pm today, Thursday, 20 November, 2024.