A Scottish economics education, five years working as an economist, followed by 20 years representing working people at the point of production in Scottish industry has afforded me a rare insight into the relationship between economic theory and practice.

Almost 25,000 referrals for mental health treatment for young people have been rejected since Nicola Sturgeon became First Minister in 2014, Labour has said.

Brodies steps up to the mark in supporting local tennis and swimming events

Promoted by Brodies LLP

Nicola Sturgeon has revealed that she was bullied at primary school.

The Scottish Football Association has contacted the International Football Association Board (IFAB) seeking “clarification” on the red card law, after a mumber of recent high profile incidents in the Scottish Premiership.

It worked for Brandon Stone when he won the Scottish Open at nearby Gullane in the summer and now Gary Orr is hoping that experiencing golf from the hickory era will also “rub off” on him in this week’s Scottish Seniors Open at Craigielaw.

Newly discharged from hospital following treatment for a coronary problem that had Hearts fans worried and well-wishers from around the globe texting goodwill messages, Craig Levein was resting up when his daughter Christie informed him of the additional swell of online support.