Family attacks cyclist crash fine

A driver fined and banned from driving after an accident which killed a cycling champion should be jailed, say the victim's family.

'Kalashnikov' SNP member suspended

A Glasgow SNP councillor is suspended over allegations he fired a a Kalashnikov assault rifle while visiting Pakistan.

Rain causes more flood problems

Several days of heavy rain continue to cause flooding-related problems across many areas of Scotland.

Prosecutors examine C.diff deaths

A report into C.diff deaths at a hospital is passed to the procurator fiscal to see if charges should be brought.

Drug deaths double in last decade

The number of drug-related deaths in Scotland has doubled in the past 10 years, according to new figures.

Fifth of homes earn under £10,000

One-in-five Scottish households has an income of less than £10,000 a year, according to new figures.

Work starts on whale's disposal

The job of removing the carcass of a 40-tonne sperm whale from a shoreline begins.

Bid to crack crime with Robbie Coltrane wanted poster

A wanted poster featuring Robbie Coltrane is being used by New Zealand police to try to catch a teenage burglar.

£1 million for pig industry

Package of support to secure a sustainable future for Scotland’s pig producers.

2007 Scottish Household Survey

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Action to tackle C.diff

Reinvigorated approach by the NHS to control all healthcare associated infections.

Action vow on drug related deaths

Increase in drug related deaths in Scotland.

Funding to support fisheries

£200,000 investment to help fishing industry achieve sustainability certification.

Anti-cancer vaccine

National roadshow to promote Scotland’s first mass anti-cancer vaccinations to girls.

Grants to support job creation

Business grants worth £13.5 million expected to create or safeguard 2,000 Scottish jobs.

Lothian NHS Board appointments

Two non-executive members re-appointed.