Scotland

Scottish inmates claim to be Jewish to receive better food

Inmates believe kosher prison food superior to regular prison food after seeing episodes of Netflix series 'Orange is the New Black."

Scottish leader to seek independence from UK

Scottish First Minister Sturgeon to seek independence referendum in late 2018.

Leading Scottish Rabbi attacked in Edinburgh

Family of leading Scottish Rabbi assaulted by woman not far from seat of Scottish parliament.

Scottish prisoners request kosher meals: They are ‘nicer’

More than 100 inmates in a Scottish prison sign up to receive kosher meals.

Church of Scotland, Jewish community to 'repair' relations

Church of Scotland and the Scottish Jewish community planning formal talks to “repair the damage” caused by 2013 church report.

Scottish Jews feeling more uncomfortable, less safe

Jews in Scotland are feeling greater unease living in their country over the past few years, finds report by local Jewish umbrella group.

In post-Brexit Scotland, Jews warm up to leaving UK

Scotland and its Jews are preparing for Britain's exit from the EU.

Rollercoaster flies off tracks in Scotland, wounding 7

Rollercoaster carrying 10 at M&D theme park flies off of tracks, hurdles into toddler's ride, wounding at least 7.

"United" Kingdom in jeopardy: 59% of Scots want out

New poll shows substantial majority in Scotland supporting independence from UK in wake of Brexit referendum result

Anti-BDS UK student accused of violating 'safe space' rules

BDS tyranny? Imogen Wilson of Edinburgh University now under investigation - for raising her hand in protest to BDS motion.

Scottish anti-Israel activist jailed for acid attack

Scott Harrison's victim said she felt her face 'melting' during horrific attack in Glasgow last year.

Who murdered the infant whale?

Investigation into death of young pilot whale prompts maritime experts to reveal the 'dark side' of dolphins, who are suspected in attack.

Scottish Man to Serve Six Months for Anti-Semitic Facebook Post

23 year-old deliberately targeted Jewish woman, sending her photo with Nazi flag in retaliation for being banned from seeing her son.

Nazi POW Camp Slated to Become Tourist Trap

Scotland camp where Rudolf Hess stayed to offer 'unique' vacation bunkers for tourists; project being hailed as preserving history.

Scotland's Leader Steps Down Following Referendum

Scotland’s first minister, Alex Salmond, will stand down after failing to secure a majority for independence in Thursday's referendum.

Scotland Rejects Independence

With two council areas left to go, "No" vote has already surpassed the amount needed to seal a decisive 55%-45% victory.

Scotland on Track to Reject Leaving the UK

With majority of votes counted, BBC projects 55% vote not to part ways with the UK.

Scottish Jews Nervous on Eve of Independence Vote

Jews in Scotland fear a 'Yes' vote for independence on Thursday could mean a more hostile atmosphere for Israel - and for them.

Scotland a Week Away from Independence?

Poll just ahead of Sept. 18 referendum shows support for break away from UK has majority for first time, in dramatic voting shift.

Fortune 500 Company Boycotts Glasgow Over Palestinian Flag

VP cancels six-day trip to Scottish city after its council flies PLO flag 'in solidarity with Gaza.'

Israeli Actors Protest Scottish Festival Ban

Scotland cancels Israeli show in art festival over Gaza operation, silent protest play booed by 200 anti-Israel protesters.

Israel's UK Ambassador Condemns Offensive Church Paper

Outrage causes Church of Scotland to agree to reword report that questioned the divine right of Jews to Israel.

Anti-Israel Protesters 'Occupy' Roof of Scottish Parliament

Anti-Israel protesters, who sought to “occupy” the roof of Scottish parliament, have been charged by police.

Ex PM Enters Scottish Fight

Gordon Brown Signals An Active Role In The Scottish No Campaign

Gordon Brown entered the Scottish referendum debate with a bang.

Salmond On The Grill

Scottish Nationalists Assumed Automatic EU Membership - Not So

Salmond's assumption that EU membership for an independent Scotland was automatic was challenged by the Spanish foreign minister.

Scots Get Clear-cut Referendum

Cameron-Salmond Deal Clears Way For Independence Referendum

David Cameron and Alex Salmond split the differences between them and Scotland will vote on independence

UK Nuclear Sub Plan Attacked

Plan To Replace British Nuclear Subs Attacked On All Sides

The plan to replace Britain's aging Trident program has aroused antagonism in many quarters.

Anti-Semitic Remarks on Facebook Prompt Police Arrests

Police in Glasgow, Scotland arrested six people over anti-Semitic remarks on Facebook that mocked the Jewish community of Giffnock.

The Battle Of Consultations

Scottish Nationalists And The UK Government Invoke Vox Populi

The Scottish Nationalists have retreated on the consultation issue and will not record the preference of anonymous voters.

PM Tries to Smoke Out Salmond

Cameron and Salmond Wrangle Over Referendum Timing and Terms

London and Edinburgh are in a chess match over the timing and wording of an independence referendum.

Scottish Nats Ardent EU Fans

Scottish 1st MInister Summons Cameron to Explain UK's EU Policy

The Scottish Nationalists are seeking to exploit David Cameron's rift with Brussels. They are summoning him to provide explanations.

Salmond of Arabia

Salmond Solicits Arab Investment for Scottish Energy Projects

Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond solicited Arab investment in Scottish energy that will he predicts be a major export industry.

Braveheart or Knaveheart?

Both Sides Appeal to Scottish Economic Sensitivities

As the polls demonstrate growing support for Scottish independence economic arguments pro and con are targeting the Scots.

St. Andrews Anti-Semitism Victim Donates Court Award to Fogels

A Yeshiva University student victim of anti-Semitism at Scotland's St. Andrews University decides to give his court award to the Fogels.

Is Scotland Going Scots-Free?

English Question Extra Spending Going to Scotland

According to official figures government spending in Scotland is higher than in England. This is arousing resentment in England.

Edinburgh's Tram Tremors

Edinburgh City Council Says Enough to Trams

Edinburgh's city council is in a battle with the Scottish government over the Edinburgh tram line.

Call Issued to Boycott Scottish Whiskey

Jewish organization fed up with Scottish boycotts of Israel, calls U.S. synagogues to boycott whiskey brands made in Scotland.

EJC Speaks Out Against Scotland Ban of Israeli Products

The European Jewish Congress speaks out against a ban on Israeli books and products in Scotland, says such acts are "reminiscent of darker times."

US Senators' Report Slams Britain and Scotland on Lockerbie

Four US senators' report claims that commercial considerations prompted the release of the Lockerbie bomber from a Scottish prison.

Scotland: Targeting Israelis for Protest is not Anti-Semitic

Scottish sheriff finds that targeting Israeli citizens for protest is not anti-Semitic or illegal.

Paper Delves into Scottish Jewish Life

The Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs releases a detailed study of Jewish life in Scotland.