NewsNewsScotlandScotland PoliticsSwinney denies government pressure to open scandal-hit hospitalIt has been claimed the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital opened in 2015 despite not being "ready". 8 hrs agoScotlandHeavy rain and wind warning as schools closed and roads floodedA yellow warning of rain remains in place for a wide area of Scotland until midnight on Friday.3 hrs agoScotlandPolice officers jailed for attempting to frame two menConnor Beggs and Kevin Montgomery deliberately botched an investigation into a domestic assault and framed two innocent men.6 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandFirst minister rejected meeting on tanker seizure, says AlexanderJohn Swinney has criticised "appalling" communication from the UK government on national security issues.6 hrs agoScotland PoliticsRangers' Europa League fate sealed despite Ludogorets winRangers recorded their first Europa League victory of the season in a tight win over Ludogorets as their slim hopes of progression come to an end.Rape campaigner charged in relation to domestic abuseEllie Wilson, who waived her anonymity, became known for her campaigning on behalf of victims.3 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandTen-man Celtic cling on for precious point in BolognaTen-man Celtic battle their way to a priceless point in Bologna to retain hopes of Europa League progression.Man killed after asking rapping drug user to 'quieten down'Martin Forgie was attacked after asking Steven Leask to stop rapping during a visit to Forgie's Ellon home.Swinney announces plan for national housing agencyThe first minister says the proposals will deliver new homes more quickly and more affordably.Woman, 81, dies three weeks after New Year's Day crashAlma Duguid, from the Fraserburgh area, had been taken to hospital after the accident on the A952.We were lied to, demeaned and smeared, say hospital inquiry familiesThe families call for those responsible for the issues at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow to be held to account.Firm fined £433k after machine fall fractured worker's skullMatthew King was struck on the head while working underneath the machine at Multi Packaging Solutions.Features and analysisYour pictures of ScotlandA selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.What would it take for a World Cup boycott?A former footballer's take on at what point fans should protest.Women experience harassment and rape in Scottish folk scene, says reportThe survey of 409 women - most of them musicians, teachers or students - found 81% had suffered some form of abuse.'Paul Mescal loved my song - but forgot my name'The Gladiator II and Hamnet star mentioned last December he was loving a song called Evelyn, by Michael McGovern.Six key takeaways from the hospitals inquiryAs final submissions are made to the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry, we now have a clearer picture of what went wrong.News from around ScotlandWoman dies after crashing into garden fence in DunfermlineEmergency services were called but the 64-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.Women experience harassment and rape in Scottish folk scene, says reportThe survey of 409 women - most of them musicians, teachers or students - found 81% had suffered some form of abuse.Man killed after asking rapping drug user to 'quieten down'Martin Forgie was attacked after asking Steven Leask to stop rapping during a visit to Forgie's Ellon home.Wind farm near coast-to-coast walking route approvedThe 10-turbines between Sanquhar and Carsphairn will be visible from the Southern Upland Way.Anti-asylum protest organiser admits abusing police officerConnor Graham, 28 pled guilty to breach of the peace after an incident in Falkirk on December 6.SportTen-man Celtic cling on for precious point in BolognaTen-man Celtic battle their way to a priceless point in Bologna to retain hopes of Europa League progression.Rangers' Europa League fate sealed despite Ludogorets winRangers recorded their first Europa League victory of the season in a tight win over Ludogorets as their slim hopes of progression come to an end.Sparta star to Gladbach outcast - who is Cvancara as Celtic confirm deal?Tomas Cvancara has joined Celtic, so what can fans expect from the Czech Republic striker?Rangers told to pay Dundee around £400,000 for CameronRangers have been told by an SPFL tribunal to pay Dundee a fee of around £400,000 for midfielder Lyall Cameron.Karlsson's Aberdeen loan cut short by BolognaBologna recall Aberdeen's top scorer Jesper Karlsson from his loan at Pittodrie before a move to Dutch side Utrecht. More news on iPlayer and SoundsReporting ScotlandBig stories from across the countryRadio Scotland BreakfastWake up to the stories that matter from across Scotland and the world.Reporting ScotlandMore from the day’s top stories and communities across Scotland.ScotcastThe BBC's Scottish news podcast.Latest updates3 hrs agoHeavy rain and wind warning as schools closed and roads floodedA yellow warning of rain remains in place for a wide area of Scotland until midnight on Friday.3 hrs ago8 hrs agoSwinney denies government pressure to open scandal-hit hospitalIt has been claimed the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital opened in 2015 despite not being "ready". 8 hrs ago12 hrs agoCouncil moves to block holidaymakers parking near airportComplaints have been put to the council over airport users parking on Paisley's Marchfield Avenue.12 hrs ago12 hrs agoScotland secure first group win against ZimbabweScotland secured their first win in Women's T20 World Cup Qualifier Group B by defeating Zimbabwe by five wickets in Nepal.12 hrs ago13 hrs agoVisitor centre at Clynelish Distillery could close, says DiageoThe drinks giant says a review of its operations "regretfully" included plans to shut the centre.13 hrs ago16 hrs agoScotland's papers: Trump 'flips' and Sturgeon accused in hospital scandalA review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.16 hrs ago17 hrs agoSeven films represent Scotland at last Redford Sundance festivalSeven out of 100 films at the festival founded by Hollywood legend Robert Redford have links to Scotland.17 hrs ago1 day agoFossil dating back 410 million years joins museum collectionResearchers say the fossil found in Aberdeenshire is neither plant nor fungus as previously thought.1 day ago1 day agoScottish government urges Ofcom to reject STV's news shake-upSTV is proposing to end the separate service for the north and reduce the amount of purely local news it shows.1 day ago...
