The SNP has launched a reboot of its defence policy in anticipation of a future independence referendum, aiming to convince voters that the UK is failing to properly defend Scotland’s North Atlantic doorstep.

Parking spaces on one of Scotland’s busiest shopping streets are to be requisitioned next month by environmental campaigners for “more constructive” uses.

As a major international conference is taking shape, we consider how a global perspective can find ways to tackle issues around alcohol

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Saturday night revellers were left scrambling to find alternative modes of transport after all trains leaving Glasgow Central stations were cancelled.

The upsurge in interest created by Steven Gerrard’s appointment as Rangers manager could lead to a record television deal for Scottish football.

Facing two major foes over the space of a few days is never easy but Hearts can take some belief from the fact that at least their meetings with champions Celtic, today, and city rivals Hibs, on Wednesday, will take place at Tynecastle.

Glasgow Hawks vented their frustration at losing out in the Super 6 bidding process by overwhelming Jed-Forest in the BT Premiership/National League One play-off at Lasswade RFC’s Hawthornden ground.