Zane Lee

The Port of Aberdeen has officially launched Scotland’s largest maritime decarbonisation initiative, a £4 million investment that is already being hailed as a landmark step in the country’s transition to net-zero. The project, titled ‘Shore Power in Operation’, brings shore power capability to eight berths in the port’s bustling North Harbour. With the flip of a switch, vessels docking at the port can now plug into land-based electricity—sourced from renewables—instead of running their diesel-powered auxiliary engines while moored. Shore Power: A Cleaner Future for Scottish Shipping This innovation aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions, airborne pollutants, and noise levels in…

Devastated relatives call for overhaul of hospital complaints system after traumatic end-of-life care experiences Three families in Fife are demanding answers and reform after alleging that severe failings in NHS care robbed them of precious final moments with terminally ill loved ones. The families—who have shared their stories with Scotland Tonight—describe harrowing experiences in NHS Fife facilities, claiming they were dismissed, traumatised, and neglected as their partners and parents neared death. Despite formal apologies from NHS Fife, the families say trust has been broken beyond repair. Among them is Trish Nolan, whose husband John Nolan, a retired teacher, died in…

From Aberdeen to Loch Ness, Scots ditch jackets and flock outdoors as temperatures soar far above seasonal norms. Suncream, sunglasses, and stunned silence — that’s what much of Scotland looked like on June 20 as the mercury shot up to 28.9°C in Drumnadrochit, marking the country’s hottest day of the year so far. Normally, the average for this time in June hovers around a mellow 17°C. This? This was sweltering. By late afternoon, nearly the whole country was basking (or melting) in sunshine. Aboyne hit 28.7°C. So did Charterhall. Edinburgh reached 28.4°C, while Glasgow simmered at 27.3°C — only a…

Dozens of families gathered outside the Scottish Parliament this week, not in celebration or protest for political points — but in desperation. They were sold homes that are now structurally unsound, potentially unsafe, and entirely unaided by the system. “We Were Never Told”: Homeowners in Crisis Over RAAC On a grey Wednesday morning in Edinburgh, the voices of homeowners from across Scotland echoed off the stone walls of Holyrood. From West Lothian to Dundee, they carried signs, photos of cracked ceilings, and tales of betrayal. At the heart of it all: RAAC — Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete — a now-infamous…

Scotland’s flagship export campaign grabbed the spotlight in Edinburgh, as the UK Government and industry leaders teamed up to showcase the nation’s best food, drink, and farming prowess at the Royal Highland Show. Fresh cash from the Spending Review is backing the Brand Scotland push, with Scottish Secretary Ian Murray promising to “bang the drum” for whisky, beef, and croft‑grown veg—right next to the grandstands. Cash Infusion and Community Cheers Ignite the Show Scotland’s countryside felt a buzz as ministers and farmers rubbed shoulders under a summer sun. Last week’s Spending Review unlocked billions for infrastructure and skills—money that’s now…

Dores village is buzzing as plans emerge to add a sauna, shop and beach café to the centuries‑old Dores Inn—now under the ownership of billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen’s WildLand. Could this historic pub become the Highlands’ next lakeside wellness spot? The proposal, lodged with Highland Council, also includes a revamped car park and public toilets—details that have locals both excited and wary. With planning on the horizon, the sleepy hamlet of Dores may be in for a dramatic makeover. From Rustic Inn to Lakeside Oasis? Imagine stepping out of a wood‑lined sauna onto your private terrace, the cool breeze off Loch Ness…

A smartphone app is helping to reshape how musculoskeletal pain is managed across Scotland, with early signs pointing to significant NHS savings—and fewer patients left waiting in agony. Phio, a digital triage and rehabilitation tool built by health-tech startup EQL, has now been rolled out across six Scottish health boards. Designed to give patients instant access to guidance and support for muscle and joint problems, the platform bypasses the GP bottleneck and nudges people into tailored care pathways in minutes—often without the need for a single appointment. From Orkney to the Borders, this quiet tech shift is offering a radical…

Scotland is about to send its black bag rubbish across the Border—by the truckload. Up to 100 lorries a day could roll into England once a sweeping landfill ban kicks in at the end of 2025. Environmentalists are uneasy. Local authorities are scrambling. And critics say the government’s ambitions may have outpaced its infrastructure. Ban on Landfilling Biodegradable Waste Triggers Ripple Effect Come 31 December, burying biodegradable municipal waste (BMW) in Scottish landfill sites will be illegal. That means food scraps, textiles, paper, black bag rubbish—the lot—can’t go underground anymore. The Scottish Government’s endgame? Slash greenhouse gas emissions from landfill…

A peaceful camping trip turned fatal in Argyll and Bute as a man and woman were found dead inside a tent by the shores of Loch Awe. Police believe the cause may be carbon monoxide poisoning linked to a camping stove. The couple, who have not yet been named, were discovered around 4:25pm on Saturday near the village of Dalmally. Authorities say there are no suspicious circumstances. Quiet Afternoon Ends in Devastating Discovery Police officers were called to the scene after concerns were raised about the couple’s wellbeing. Upon arrival, they found both individuals unresponsive inside their tent. Emergency services…

A yellow weather warning has been slapped on much of Scotland, with heavy thunderstorms and downpours expected to cause chaos across cities, roads, and rural areas. The Met Office issued the alert on Friday, citing a risk of flash flooding, lightning strikes, and possible transport disruption. This latest turn in the weather comes as Scotland has experienced an unusually unstable June, leaving locals and tourists on edge as unpredictable skies threaten summer plans. With cities like Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dundee in the warning zone, councils and emergency services are now on high alert. Met Office Issues Thunderstorm Alert Across Central…