On tonight's STV News at six "an attack on working class people". Forth Valley College is an example of the financial pressures facing the sector - it could be forced to close its Alloa campus. I speak to students and staff about the importance of Scotland's Colleges.

Creatives were already worried enough about how aritifical intelligence might impact their jobs. But now, from actors to voice artists, they are worried about their intellectual property. More on A.I and copyright on tonight's STV News at Six.

Rhona and Amanda are identical twins - their lives have often mirrored each other. This year both were diagnosed with breast cancer within weeks of each other. But they've remained positive and started a TikTok account to raise awareness. More on the STV News at Six.

Paddle boarding continues to grow in popularity in Scotland, but that also means the number of incidents the RNLI are called to involving themare on the up too. I’ve been speaking with an expert about how paddle boarders can stay safe. My STV News at Six report 👇🏻 youtu.be/2I6C3FDRBEE?...

Rhona's Father Billy died after testing positive for Covid on May 3rd 2020 17 days later his Wife of 69 years Vi, who lived in the same care home, also died after testing positive The UK Covid inquiry is now looking into how care homes were handled More on the @STVNews at Six.

Part of today’s UK government spending review includes £750 Million on a new supercomputer, to be hosted by the University of Edinburgh. We’ve been visiting the current supercomputer and finding out more for tonight’s @STVNews at Six.

UPDATE: Police have recovered a firearm during searches of the Roseburn path in Edinburgh, they say it’s part of Operation Portaledge, the ongoing investigation into gang related violence across Scotland’s central belt.

New: Confirmed dates for strike action at the University of Edinburgh. UCU members will take industrial action on Friday June 20th - a University open day. Then a further five days during ‘welcome week’. It’s in response to planned £140 Million cuts at the institute.

Boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy across Scotland have begun to receive a 'Game-changing' drug called Givinostat. It can help to slow the rare genetic condition, delaying its serious symptoms. We spoke with Riley and Sam. Our STV News at Six report 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFC2...

Boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy across Scotland have begun to receive a 'Game-changing' drug called Givinostat. It can help to slow the rare genetic condition, delaying its serious symptoms. We spoke with Riley and Sam. Our STV News at Six report 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFC2...

It comes as the University’s top academic body declared “no confidence” in the executive’s handling of the financial crisis. The no-confidence vote was passed “by a large majority” of members at a University Senate meeting yesterday 👇🏻 t.co/GTSe4Qj0Bn

NEW: The UCU has voted “overwhelmingly” in support of industrial action at the University of Edinburgh. It’s over planned budget cuts to the value of £140 Million, and refusal to rule out compulsory redundancies. 84% in favour of strike action, with a 60% turnout.

8-year-old Sam has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - a genetic muscle wasting disease. A new treatment is coming but with it yet to be approved for NHS use time is muscle. His parents hope it'll be available to Sam soon. More on tonight's STV News at Six.

University of Edinburgh staff could take strike action if the Uni don’t rule out compulsory redundancies. t.co/lQa5IfvNQV

I spoke with UCU Edinburgh President Sophia Woodman earlier. She told me they think the universities finances are “quite healthy” compared to the sector with “enormous reserves”. And that they have “adequate resources to cover a downturn without cutting staff.”

NEW: The University of Edinburgh says it needs to close a financial gap of 10% of its turnover (£140 Million) in the next 18 months. “Radical action” will mean a lower staff base and the Uni will review all capital expenditure - including approved projects.

For the first time in it's 110 year history the charity veterans housing Scotland has launched a public fundraising campaign. Costs associated with providing affordable rentals have spiralled in recent years. More on tonight's STV News at Six in the east.

For the first time in it's 110 year history the charity veterans housing Scotland has launched a public fundraising campaign. Costs associated with providing affordable rentals have spiralled in recent years. More on tonight's STV News at Six in the east.

On tonight's STV News at Six in the east, as the city of Edinburgh Council prepares to set it's budget tomorrow.. 💸Council tax set to go up, what do the public think? 👩‍🏫 Cuts are required, @edinburgheis.bsky.social have concerns 🧒Parents of ASN children fear holiday hub limits.

On tonight's STV News at Six, cyber experts are concerned about the growing prevalence of romance scams aided by artificial intelligence. We see just how convincing A.I content can be as the tech becomes more readily available.

You may have heard recently the suggestion of extending Edinburgh's tram network via the railway into Gorgie, Morningside, Craigmillar, Portobello and more. On tonight's STV News at Six in the east, we hear from the students behind the proposal.

The charity Barnardos say that fostering in Scotland is in crisis - they desperately need new carers to come forward. I've been speaking to one couple who have no regrets from taking that step a decade ago. More on tonight's STV News at Six. news.stv.tv/east-central...

The Scottish economy could benefit to the tune of £10 billion if businesses run by women exported at the same rate as those headed by men, according to a new report. The Scottish Government is pledging more support to firms. We hear from female entrepreneurs on tonight's STV News at six.

The charity Barnardo's say foster care in Scotland is "in crisis". They say roughly 500 more homes are required to plug the gap. I've been speaking with Sharon and Andrew, the couple have been fostering for a decade and are encouraging more people to follow-suit. news.stv.tv/east-central...

🚜Farmers in Lothian making their feelings on the UK Government's changes to inheritance tax for the industry known today. Roughly 50 tractors in a convoy on the Edinburgh bypass this morning as part of NFU protests this weekend.

Residents in a Wester Hailes block of flats had their roof blown off in Friday's storm. They say they've been disappointed with the response from their housing association. More on tonight's STV News at six for viewers in the east.

Live from Edinburgh on tonight’s STVNews at six, see you soon.

Army veteran Ronald has had numerous problems with his council flat over the years, he says he's "embarrassed" of the property. Charity @shelterscotland.bsky.social are urging Edinburgh City Council to invest more in social homes in its budget. My STV News at Six report 👇 youtu.be/Bd_pcfFgTr8

As campaigners on RAAC met with Scottish Government officials yesterday, I heard from residents in Tillicoultry. Dozens have been forced out of their homes for 15 months due to the potentially dangerous crumbling concrete. My report for the STVNews at Six 👇 youtu.be/rEq3912ySi4

I spent the day in Tillicoultry where 15 months later dozens of residents still can't back into their homes because of dangerous concrete, even though they're still paying for them. Today UK RAAC campaigners met with Scottish Government officials. More on the STV News at Six.

👋 Hey, I'm Lewis and I'm a reporter with STV News based in Edinburgh. I don't have a specific niche, so I'm keen to cover stories of all types. These can be local to Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife or national issues. 📧 So feel free to send me a message here or to email me: [email protected]

It might have been cold, but some of this hearty bunch queued for hours this morning for the @shelterscotland.bsky.social Stockbridge shop 2025 launch. A yearly tradition, a number of rare and special items were up for grabs. More on the STV News at Six for viewers in the east.

EXCL: More than 750 so-called ghost flights passed through Scotland’s airports in the first three quarters of 2024, reigniting calls for Scottish ministers to take stronger action in an effort to drive down aviation emissions. www.scotsman.com/news/transpo...

Spotify, I assure you, at no point do I want to watch video of the podcasts you host. I put them on and then lock my phone.

Edinburgh City Council Leader Jane Meagher says the Local Authority will look at the financial implications of the cancellation of outdoor Hogmanay celebrations in “due course”. This in response to questions on if ECC will receive any cash back from organisers.

Not a bad way to end the year. A busy (and wet) one today covering the news that Edinburgh’s (outdoor) Hogmanay celebrations have been cancelled due to the weather. First a live and package for the STV News at Six. Followed by a debut on @itvnews.bsky.social with a live

NEW: Edinburgh’s Hogmanay outdoor events scheduled for tonight and tomorrow have been cancelled on “grounds of public safety”. That includes the street party and Princes Street Gardens concert which were due to welcome north of 50,000 people.

NEW: Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, has died at the age of 100. He was elected in the 1976 presidential election for a single term. He enjoyed a remarkable post-presidency, based on philanthropy. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

🎄Christmas number 1? A choir made up of those living with or supporting those with dementia has released a Christmas song. Proceeds go to Capital Theatres dementia friendly programme. More on tonight's STV News at six!

Patients across Scotland who have inflammatory bowel disease are facing a postcode lottery on the standards of care they receive. That's according to the charity Crohn's and Colitis UK. An extended version of my STV News at Six report is available below: youtu.be/WT-qkKW4KFY

Patients across Scotland who have inflammatory bowel disease are facing a postcode lottery on the standards of care they receive. That's according to the charity Crohn's and Colitis UK. An extended version of my STV News at Six report is available below: youtu.be/WT-qkKW4KFY

I've been working with the charity Crohn's and Colitis UK on this story looking at the postcode lottery of inflammatory bowel disease care across Scotland for quite some time. We've spoken with patients and experts. On the STV News at Six for viewers in the East tonight.

🧵Today Shelter Scotland has written to Scottish Ministers and the Scottish Housing Regulator, asking for them to intervene - as the charity claims The City of Edinburgh Council voted in favour of "stripping homeless households of their basic rights."

🧵Today Shelter Scotland has written to Scottish Ministers and the Scottish Housing Regulator, asking for them to intervene - as the charity claims The City of Edinburgh Council voted in favour of "stripping homeless households of their basic rights."

🎅In news you cover so many negative stories. So it's always nice to cover something uplifting and fun - especially when it's for a good cause. Loved being at the Beatson Santa Dash on Sunday. youtu.be/xJB2Xx4mp5E

I feel passionately about covering topics around inflammatory bowel disease. So I was glad to be able to speak with Jen and Mareta. A broadcast piece looking at the standards of IBD care in Scotland should hopefully follow next week. news.stv.tv/east-central...

A year and one day after a fatal gas explosion in Baberton Mains Avenue, the street remains much the same. Residents are asking when will they get their homes back, and why has it taken so long? news.stv.tv/east-central...

1 year and 1 day after a gas explosion, Baberton Mains Avenue remains largely the same. Residents preparing for their second Christmas in temporary accommodation, others left to see a reminder of what happened each time they open the curtains. So what next? More on tonight's STV News at Six.

Today’s job: Press conference at Easter Road ahead of Scotland’s crucial play-off first leg here tomorrow, as Pedro Martinez Losa’s side look to qualify for the 2025 European Championships.

⛳️Scotland's first indoor golfing centre specifically for disabled people has opened in Midlothian. It's allowed some to return to the sport they love, and given other the opportunity to try it for the first time. My STV News at Six report 👇 youtu.be/ERjWOtmWXjI