Around 400,000 Scots homes at major risk of flooding within 50 years, says SEPA

Firefighters have warned lives could be at risk after tendering for a new 999 mobilisation system failed to attract any bidders.

Glasgow's Kingston Bridge was brought to a standstill earlier today when two drivers reportedly got out of their cars before fighting in the middle of the busy motorway.

Homes have been evacuated and an area of a Scots town is locked down by cops as the bomb squad probe a suspicious package.

The roll and sausage is a delicacy with a difference in Scotland. And while the square sliced sausages generally take most of the acclaim, a morning roll provides the perfect package for the geometric meat treat.

Four youths were rescued by RNLI heroes after getting into difficulty while paddleboarding in 40mph winds on a Scots coast.

A Scots couple living with a 'swamp' in their back garden say it has made moving into their dream first home a nightmare.

Seven people convicted of being part of a child abuse ring which committed crimes of “extraordinary depravity” have had their sentencing postponed until June.

An SNP minister has warned of "hysteria" gripping Scots over new hate crime laws after it emerged police received 3,000 complaints in just two days.

Smartwatches are a big hit, with lots of people buying them in the last few years. They're great for keeping track of your fitness or just staying in touch with calls and texts. But they can also be a bit distracting.

Scots in life-threatening situations have been urged to use their mobile phones to call 999 - after the landline telephone network crashed.

Stacey Solomon was not happy with a dad on her BBC show 'Sort Your Life Out' when she saw how untidy and unhelpful he was. On the BBC One programme, Loose Women star Stacey and her team help families make their homes better by clearing things they don't need, reusing old items and recycling.

Three men have been arrested in Perth in connection with an investigation into two shootings in Greater Manchester.

A balaclava-clad gang left a man seriously injured after forcing their way into his home during a 'targeted' attack.

A Scots man has been jailed for a horror double axe attack on a group of terrified families at a holiday resort.

A 103-year-old RAF captain has received an award for his wartime service - almost 75 years late.

The Chase contestant Tam from Glasgow was praised by the Chaser on Tuesday night's show over his "brave" decision to go for the £44,000 jackpot offer.

When it comes to home improvement, we all want to make our spaces look amazing whilst spending the least amount of money.

The Justice Secretary has denied playing politics with the wrongful convictions of subpostmasters despite blaming Westminster for the absence of Scots ­legislation to quash convictions.

A team of volunteers who helped find the body of a Scots dad killed in a fishing accident have received a ‘game-changing’ search device. The family of Greig Stoddart, who died on Christmas Eve, gathered at Gartmorn Dam, Alloa, on Saturday to watch as the AquaEye kit was formally presented to Beneath the Surface.

Later this year, households with £5,000 in savings will be able to invest in a new type of ISA. The Government has confirmed the introduction of a new British ISA to encourage investment in UK companies and boost the City.