Costs of investigation into SNP finances 'now over £1 million' POLICE Scotland's investigation into the SNP's finances has reportedly cost more than £1 million. The National (Scotland) · Dec 17, 2023
Lawyers urge Crown Office to explain why SNP finance probe is taking so long LAWYERS have urged the Crown Office to explain why the probe into the SNP’s finances is taking so long to conclude. The National (Scotland) · Nov 27, 2023
Humza Yousaf pledges 'robust' defence against Alex Salmond's legal action THE First Minister has said the Scottish Government will “robustly” defend itself in the legal case brought by Alex Salmond ... The National (Scotland) · Nov 24, 2023
‘Day of reckoning’ coming for Scottish Government in legal action, warns Salmond The ex-first minister has accused Nicola Sturgeon and former permanent secretary Leslie Evans of ‘misfeasance’, his lawyer said. The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023
Siobhan Cattigan's family seeking answers from Scottish Rugby over her death Siobhan Cattigan's family seeking answers from Scottish Rugby over her death. The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2023
Rangers malicious prosecution payouts could top £60m Auditors said the Crown Office has allocated a total of £60.5 million in unplanned costs. The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
Accuser ‘devastated’ as man’s conviction for raping her aged 13 quashed Appeal judges ruled there was insufficient evidence to convict Sean Hogg, 22. The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
Former social worker sentenced to community service for historical child cruelty A FORMER “house mother” who abused children in her care in the 1960s and 1970s has been sentenced to 300 hours of community service. The National (Scotland) · Sep 11, 2023
A killer covered up his crime for years until his Tinder date helped police find the body – and put him behind bars Victim Tony Parson's family was left without answers for more than three years after he was killed on a charity bike ride, Crime Correspondent Amy-Clare Martin reports The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2023
How hit-and-run killer covered up his crime for years until Tinder date brought him to justice Victim Tony Parson's family was left without answers for more than three years after he was killed on a charity bike ride, Crime Correspondent Amy-Clare Martin reports The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2023
Edinburgh Trams fined £240,000 over ‘avoidable’ death of pedestrian Bus driver Carlos Correa was hit by a tram in September 2018 at the Saughton Mains crossing – the scene of a near miss two years earlier. The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2023
Police referred to watchdog over charity cyclist death investigation Police Scotland will be investigated after complaints of alleged criminality during their investigation into the death of Tony Parsons were raised. The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023
Scottish fugitive extradited from Brazil jailed for more than nine years James White, 46, was arrested in South America in 2020. The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023
Lord Advocate to review use of diversion from prosecution in sex cases THE Lord Advocate has ordered a review of how prosecutors deal with diversion from prosecution in cases of serious sexual offences such as rape. The National (Scotland) · Jul 14, 2023
The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2023 Police hand report to prosecutors over Ann Gloag trafficking allegations Dame Ann said she ‘strongly’ disputed the allegations when they emerged earlier this year.
Daily Record · Jul 12, 2023 Katie Allan's mum says daughter's tragic death has cost family thousands amid fight for answers Linda Allan and husband Stuart may have to withdraw from a Fatal Accident Inquiry into the death of their daughter despite five years of tirelessly campaigning for answers.
Glasgow Live · Jul 10, 2023 Glasgow NHS fined £235,000 after suicide of young dad in hospital The Crown Office released a statement today in the wake of the investigation into a failure to suitably risk assess the ward where the 36-year-old father of four died.
Edinburgh Live · Jul 9, 2023 Scottish teen tells of trauma after her alleged rapist got therapy instead of prosecution Kaitlyn, now 17, has waived her right to anonymity - with the support of her parents - demanding the rules are never used again for rape cases.
Daily Record · Jul 9, 2023 Scots teen opens up on trauma after her alleged rapist got therapy instead of prosecution Kaitlyn Ward was only 14 when she was attacked but the 16-year-old boy she accused was given social work meetings instead of a High Court trial.
Daily Record · Jul 8, 2023 Nicky Campbell fears ex-teacher who 'sadistically beat boys' won't face justice due to age Nicky and a group of former schoolmates will be told on Monday whether John Brownlee, 88, is to face charges over claims he “sadistically” beat and abused lads at Edinburgh Academy.
Daily Record · Jun 29, 2023 Fatal Accident Inquiry launched into death of Renfrewshire double-murderer Robert Chalmers - who was serving a life sentence - died of pneumonia, which he developed while in prison.
Daily Record · Jun 25, 2023 Alleged teen rapist avoids justice after prosecutors divert him from criminal action despite charges The 17-year-old was initially charged with rape by the police over allegations made by his ex-girlfriend who has now hit out at Scottish prosecutors.
Edinburgh Live · Jun 21, 2023 Edinburgh broadcaster hits out as 'abuser teacher' lives life of luxury overseas Iain Wares is still living in an upmarket retirement community in South Africa, four years after a raft of allegations of brutal physical and sexual abuse against him were made public
Daily Record · Jun 21, 2023 Scots broadcaster Nicky Campbell's "devastation" as abuser teacher Iain Wares lives life of luxury The Scots broadcaster has blasted delays at bringing Wares, 83, to justice from his retirement community in Cape Town, South Africa.
Daily Record · Jun 18, 2023 Sturgeon forcing colleague out of party is hypocrisy at the very top Mail Opinion says Nicola Sturgeon would be the first to condemn the hypocritical and inappropriate treatment visited upon Michelle Thomson if it took place in any other party or in any other workplace.