Support for Labour and SNP down in Scotland – poll

Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson remains the most popular political leader among voters, according to a new poll.

Scotland faces gales gusting up to 80mph tonight, while snow warnings have been extended to Friday.

Closure of 62 RBS branches is designed to help the UK Government sell off its shares, writes union official Pat Rafferty.

Once the dense morning fog had lifted, it was easy to pick out Tom Buchanan on the range at Abu Dhabi Golf Club. On his 38th birthday, the former Duddingston assistant professional wore a smile as wide as the carriageways in the UAE as he prepared for the biggest week in his golfing career.

Gregor Townsend is resigned to losing two Scottish-qualified players to England when his counterpart Eddie Jones confirms his Six Nations squad tomorrow.

Jon Daly insists his management career is very much a marathon rather than a sprint. After five games in interim charge of Hearts, the 35-year-old Dubliner remains eager to become his own man one day. For now, he is content to be a member of Craig Levein’s Riccarton backroom team.