Scotland
Senior executive leaves Glasgow 2014
Glasgow 2014 deputy chief executive Ty Speer has left his post less than three months before the Commonwealth Games arrive in the Scottish city.
Glasgow 2014 backtracks on opening ceremony plan
Organisers of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games have scrapped controversial plans to demolish five of the city’s distinctive Red Road tower blocks as part of the opening ceremony for the event.
CGF declares Glasgow 2014 to be on course
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has said plenty of work remains to be done around the 20th edition of the multi-sport event in Glasgow this year, but believes the Scottish city is on course to deliver the best Games ever.
Royal and Ancient moves to scrap male-only policy
The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has made a move to end its contentious male-only membership stance by calling on its 2,400 members to vote in favour of abolishing the policy at a meeting in September.
RFU chief hopeful of European resolution
Rugby Football Union chief executive Ian Ritchie has said he is optimistic that a pan-European rugby union competition can be salvaged for next season.
Scottish football unveils new league branding
The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has revealed the new names of its divisions.
Rangers appoint Mather as chief executive
Scottish football club Rangers has appointed Craig Mather as its chief executive on a permanent basis.
Fans submit bid for Hearts takeover
Fan-led group, The Foundation of Hearts, has launched a bid to buy Scottish football club Hearts, which entered administration last month.
DBBT launches rival bid for Dundee takeover
The Dark Blues Business Trust (DBBT) has launched a rival bid against US-led Football Partners Scotland (FPS) to take over Scottish football club Dundee.
New Scottish league confirms Longmuir’s exit
The newly-established Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has announced David Longmuir’s exit, following his failed bid to become its chief executive.
Scottish tennis to receive £5.8m investment
Tennis in Scotland is set to receive a £5.8m investment from its government's national agency for sport, sportscotland, and Tennis Scotland.
SPFL appoints Doncaster as its first chief
The newly-formed Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has appointed Neil Doncaster as its inaugural chief executive.
Glasgow named 2015 Judo Championships host
The British Judo Association has today announced that Glasgow will host the 2015 European championships at the city’s Emirates Arena.
Hearts hit with 15-point deduction after entering administration
Scottish Premier League (SPL) club Hearts will be docked 15 points at the beginning of next season after entering administration, with accountancy firm BDO now taking over the club’s financial affairs.
Hearts set for 15-point deduction
Scottish Premier League (SPL) team Heart of Midlothian has confirmed its intention to go into administration, and is likely to face a 15 point deduction for the 2013/14 season.
New Scottish football league reluctantly gets go ahead
Scottish Football League (SFL) clubs have narrowly voted in favour of a merger with the Scottish Premier League (SPL), with the SFL president calling the move a “takeover”.
Glasgow plans parties for 2018 Youth Games
Glasgow 2018 has revealed its ‘Live City’ festivity plans for the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) should it win its bid to host the event.
Buenos Aires takes a hit in 2018 Youth Games bid
Buenos Aires has fallen behind Glasgow and Medellin in its bid to host the 2018 Youth Olympics, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s evaluation commission reports funding concerns.