Judges split over gun jail term
Appeal judges are split over the five-year sentence handed to a Dundee grandmother for possessing an “heirloom” pistol.
Lawyer firing rapist loses appeal
A rapist who fired his defence lawyers 14 times finally loses his appeal against the conviction.
Murder inquiry over man’s death
Police say they are treating the death of a man in Glasgow’s east end as murder, following a post mortem examination.
Fringe defends ticket sales total
Edinburgh Fringe officials defend their decision to count customers of free shows in their box office returns.
City centre plan for 20mph zone
Edinburgh’s transport leader admits speeding but said he still believes a 20mph zone would be a good idea.
Fans jailed for Manchester riot
Twelve football hooligans who took part in what a judge said was the worst destruction Manchester has suffered “since the Blitz” are sentenced.
Police raids after drill attack
Police carry out two days of raids after a man was attacked with a power drill in North Lanarkshire.
Council could cut over 1,000 jobs
One of Scotland’s largest councils – North Lanarkshire – warns that it may have to cut more than 1,000 jobs.
Consultation over school closures
Councillors in Stirling accept a recommendation to consider the closure of two primary schools.
Teacher maternity costs warning
Complying with rules on maternity leave could cost Highland Council more than £1m, according to a report.