Dumfries and Galloway yoghurt producer recognised for commitment to fair pay and secure work

Sarah Ferguson has paid a heartfelt tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her "97th birthday", despite a slight error in her calculations.

The latest figures from Social Security Scotland show there are now 192,575 people receiving Adult Disability Payments (ADP), including some 109,385 existing claimants who have had their award for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) transferred from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to the devolved IT system.

The Northern Lights could be visible across parts of northern England tonight (April 17), according to forecasters.

Selena Kuznikov Last year saw the release of the Beatles’ new song: “Now And Then,” which was promoted as the band’s final single — but there’s a new McCartney/Lennon pairing. Paul and the late Linda McCartney’s son (and youngest offspring), James McCartney has released a new song with his close friend and John Lennon‘s son, Sean Ono Lennon.

Kerry Katona has opened up about her own experience with cruel comments in the past as she discusses how she feels about the Met being urged to reopen its investigation of Caroline Flack’s arrest case before her death. The former Atomic Kitten singer also opens up about her last-minute experiences in panto in Nottingham, after she was called in to take the place of Louie Spence - and how she can't wait to find the time to sit down and watch new Netflix film Scoop, about the notorious interview Prince Andrew gave to Newsnight's Emily Maitlis. Elsewhere in the column, Kerry discusses her eldest, son Max turning 16, who fans say looks incredibly like his famous mum - and what he was planning to do to celebrate the important milestone.

As the weather slowly starts to improve, and with the days getting longer and longer, it is time to start thinking about summer holidays.

A magnet-fishing dad and his young son have uncovered a chilling haul of deadly weapons in Scotland's rivers and canals.

A thug who clashed with police at the Rangers title party and was identified by his distinctive tattoos is behind bars.

Steps have been taken to tackle a “significant safety risk” at one of the region’s police custody centres.

It’s April already - wherever did the time go? However, following the clocks changing last weekend, we’re starting to see the days get longer and brighter, filling us with greater hope and enthusiasm for the next few months ahead.

Talks between Stirling Council and the Ministry of Defence have finally paid off – with a transfer of the former MoD land at Forthside now complete.

The number of people being treated in Dumfries and Galloway’s hospitals for alcohol-related conditions fell last year.

Dame Prue Leith is proud of her many links to Scotland. The Great British Bake Off judge has roots in Caithness and the Borders and is married to a Scots man who wooed her with some haggis.

Scots have been urged to check sheds and outbuildings for a missing man who vanished on Friday night wearing a short-sleeved top despite forecasts of snow.

EXCLUSIVE: This year’s Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) will unspool in close collaboration with Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the Scottish capital’s historic performing arts event, under a new expansive partnership confirmed today by the two organizations. 

With 22 children and 13 grandchildren, it's no surprise that Sue Radford enjoys taking regular holidays and having some downtime. And it appears she and the family may be planning another trip this weekend for the Easter bank holiday, as the 22 Kids and Counting star was spotted clearing out her campervan this week.

Highlander icon Christopher Lambert has opened up on the cult movie which catapulted him to stardom and his love for Scotland, where the film was shot and set.

New figures published by Social Security Scotland show that there are now 192,575 people in receipt of Adult Disability Payment (ADP). This includes 83,190 new applicants and 109,385 existing Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants who have now transferred from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to the devolved benefits system.

The heartbroken family of a young man who died following a horror e-bike crash have paid tribute to their son "who loved going out and about with his mates".

Steve Clarke won’t throw the baby out with the bathwater after a Dutch drubbing as he looks to earn a first win in seven games when Northern Ireland visit Hampden for a friendly.