Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 03/07/2026Claire Duffy of Glasgow TV Festival joins Alasdair Ferguson to discuss Edinburgh TV Festival moving to Manchester On our YouTube now 👉 youtu.be/wcesEp0hZ5k?si=N4G... 041
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 03/07/2026New: Two Highland councillors have resigned after voting in favour of a rapist taxi driver keeping his operating licence. Six men voted in favour of granting the licence. Four women members of the committee opposed it. Full story: www.thenational.scot/news/2625284... 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 03/07/2026🔵 Fans are set to protest outside Dundee's Dens Park stadium after the club announced its men’s team will play against the Israeli side Maccabi Haifa this weekend. Dundee-Nablus Twinning Association said the club's decision is in 'stark contrast' to local heritage. 100
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Dundee is facing backlash from its fans after the club announced its men’s team will play against Maccabi Haifa FC this weekend. A pro-Palestine group has called on Dundee fans to contact the club and “demand this game is called off”. Story here: www.thenational.scot/sport/262492... 063
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 31/03/2026The UK Government has been told the closure of Grangemouth oil refinery has made Scotland 'vulnerable' to supply shortages as the last shipment of jet fuel from the Middle East is to be received this week thenational.scotScotland 'vulnerable' to fuel crisis after Grangemouth oil refinery closure 42629
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Hundreds of creatives gathered in Glasgow’s city centre to protest the 'forced' closure of one of the city’s most cherished cultural hubs after its rent was increased to 'ludicrous' amounts thenational.scot'Forced out': Hundreds protest closure of cherished cultural hub following rent row 0174
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonScottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 27/03/2026Taxing air travel should be done in a way that recognises both the environmental damage caused by wealthy frequent flyers and the pressures facing ordinary households. Our plans would allow the wealthy to pay their fair share towards dealing with climate breakdown.thenational.scotScottish Greens reveal plans to introduce new frequent flyer levyA NEW levy aiming to ensure wealthy frequent flyers would pay more in tax than families going on their annual holidays has been proposed by the… 14918
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 27/02/2026Exclusive: BrewDog is set to liquidate part of its business ahead of an expected sale, The National can reveal www.thenational.scot/news/2589525...thenational.scotBrewDog to liquidate arm of business ahead of expected saleBREWDOG has announced it is to liquidate part of the business ahead of an expected sale, The National can reveal ... 010
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 16/02/2026Exclusive: Scottish drinks giant BrewDog could be sold as soon as next month, as bosses at the firm are ‘trying to push through a quick sale,’ staff have been told www.thenational.scot/news/2586020...thenational.scotBrewDog to be sold as early as next month, staff toldSCOTTISH drinks giant BrewDog could be sold as soon as next month, as bosses at the firm are “trying to push through a quick sale,” staff have… 000
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 10/02/2026BREAKING: Anas Sarwar has suspended MSP Pam Duncan-Glancy following mounting pressure on the Scottish Labour leader after Keir Starmer’s former media chief had the whip removed due to his links with the same convicted paedophilethenational.scotAnas Sarwar suspends Pam Duncan-Glancy over convicted paedophile ties 53723
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 03/02/2026EXCLUSIVE: A major Scottish studio, which is home to hit BBC series like River City and Shetland, has been sold despite a bold campaign to save the 'vital' creative hub 🔗 www.thenational.scot/news/2... 098
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 27/01/2026Exclusive: Scottish alcohol firm BrewDog is to close down its Aberdeenshire distillery and shutter all of its spirit brands, The National can reveal www.thenational.scot/news/2579969...thenational.scotBrewDog to close down Aberdeenshire distillery and shutter spirit brandsSCOTTISH alcohol firm BrewDog is to close down its Aberdeenshire distillery and shutter all of its spirit brands, The National can reveal 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Exclusive: A game set in Glencoe that lets players rewrite the history around the Scottish Wars of Independence is set to launch on Burns Night www.thenational.scot/news/2578945...thenational.scotA new game lets you change the course of the Scottish Wars of IndependenceA GAME set in Glencoe that lets players rewrite the history around the Scottish Wars of Independence is set to launch on Burns Night ... 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Exclusive: “Common sense has prevailed,” campaigners have claimed after councillors rejected plans for a nine-turbine wind farm in Skye www.thenational.scot/news/2578815...thenational.scot'Common sense prevails,' campaigners claim as Skye wind farm plans rejected“COMMON sense has prevailed,” campaigners have claimed after councillors rejected plans for a nine-turbine wind farm in Skye ... 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Exclusive: Scots have been urged to call the police if they spot “offensive” and “racist” banners displayed by a far-right anti-immigration group who have flouted a ban by a local council www.thenational.scot/news/2577230...thenational.scotCouncil urges Scots to call police as 'neo-Nazi group' displays banners despite banSCOTS have been urged to call the police if they spot “offensive” and “racist” banners displayed by a far-right anti-immigration group who… 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Exclusive: The Scottish Government has issued a response to campaigners against Edinburgh Castle's “deeply offensive” cafe name www.thenational.scot/news/2577095...thenational.scotScottish Government responds to concerns over 'deeply offensive' castle cafe nameTHE Scottish Government has issued a response to campaigners against Edinburgh Castle's “deeply offensive” cafe name ... 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Exclusive: Scottish islanders have condemned the use of their local airports by the American military after a reconnaissance plane flew so “low” that their homes shook www.thenational.scot/news/2575144...thenational.scotScottish islanders raise concerns over 'home-shaking low-flying' US military planeSCOTTISH islanders have condemned the use of their local airports by the American military after a reconnaissance plane flew so “low” that their… 000
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 02/10/2025EXCLUSIVE: BrewDog has announced it has sold its 'Lost Forest' after 250,000 of the trees it planted on the Scottish estate died 154827
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 03/10/2025EXCLUSIVE: A Scottish pizza oven firm has confirmed that 50 jobs will be lost thenational.scotPopular Scottish pizza oven firm axes 50 jobs so business can 'thrive' 012
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 18/08/2025NEW: Archaeologists have discovered a 2000-year-old Roman road along with a roundhouse whose residents may have survived a genocide in a park in Stirlingthenational.scotArchaeologists discover 2000-year-old Roman road along with roundhouse in park 1143
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 19/08/2025EXCLUSIVE: Police Scotland have refused to release the number of pro-Palestine protesters arrested and charged this yearthenational.scotPolice Scotland refuse to reveal number of pro-Palestine activists arrested 21814
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 01/08/2025EXCLUSIVE: The head of one of Scotland’s biggest talent agencies has claimed that there is zero Scottish crew being used by the production company behind Spider-Man 4 while they are filming in Glasgow 2128
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonLaura Webster @lauraewebster.bsky.social · 01/08/2025NEW: Scottish crew 'shut out' from filming of Spider Man 4 in Glasgow Another major production comes to town - but industry leaders are warning that again, Scottish film and TV workers see no benefit. Top exclusive from our reporter Alasdair Ferguson www.thenational.scot/news/2535949...thenational.scotScottish crew 'excluded from Spider Man 4 filming'THE head of one of Scotland’s biggest talent agencies has claimed that there is zero Scottish crew being used by the production company behind… 187
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 31/07/2025In the nosebleed section as the press wait for the First Minister to take the stage where he is expected to speak about Scotland’s creative landscape this afternoon 010
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 22/07/2025EXCLUSIVE: A protester who was arrested during a demonstration for holding a sign calling for an end to Israel’s genocide has said he will continue to stand up for his rights and freedom of speech 🗣️ 'Being held in a police cell is nothing like what they're suffering'thenational.scotMan arrested at pro-Palestine protest for holding sign breaks silence 2289
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 27/05/2025I spoke with a former Glasgow bouncer who spent 10 years making his own gangland drama with no filmmaking experience Anton told me his hit series Concrete Jungle has 'opened the door' to other independent creatives after its roaring success this year www.thenational.scot/news/2519145...thenational.scotBouncer-turned-filmmaker’s Glasgow gangland drama becomes surprise smash TV hitA FORMER Glasgow bouncer who spent 10 years making his own gangland drama with no filmmaking experience says his hit series has “opened the… 010
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 28/04/2025REVIEW: Louis Theroux's latest offering is a powerful glimpse into the lives of Palestinians living in the West Bank and those who aim to replace themthenational.scotREVIEW: Louis Theroux documentary showcases reality of Palestinan life in West BankLOUIS Theroux's latest offering is a powerful glimpse into the lives of Palestinians living in the West Bank and those who aim to replace them. At… 12211
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 14/04/2025EXC: INEOS has been accused of kicking its Grangemouth workers “in the teeth” after acquiring billions of dollars of oil and gas assets in the United States www.thenational.scot/news/2508910...thenational.scot 000
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 07/04/2025EXCLUSIVE: Anas Sarwar has been accused of 'foolishly' trying to 'cosy up' with Donald Trump after he said the Scottish Government should embrace business with the US President, 'regardless' of his politicsthenational.scotAnas Sarwar slated for 'foolish grovelling' to Donald TrumpANAS Sarwar has been accused of “foolishly” trying to “cosy up” with Donald Trump after he said the Scottish Government should embrace… 3267
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 03/04/2025NEW: Anas Sarwar has been branded “sleekit” after it emerged he met with US President Donald Trump’s son in a secret meetingthenational.scotJohn Swinney hits out at 'sleekit' Anas Sarwar for secret Eric Trump meetingANAS Sarwar has been branded “sleekit” after it emerged he met with US President Donald Trump’s son in a secret meeting ... 64425
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 27/03/2025EXC: BBC Scotland has been accused of 'needlessly' throwing workers into 'completely avoidable' uncertainty Industry heads have demand an explanation from the broadcaster on how River City jobs will be replacedthenational.scotIndustry body demands River City job securities from BBC Scotland 262
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonJust Get A Real Job @justgetarealjob.bsky.social · 27/03/2025Spoke to @alasdairferguson.bsky.social at the @scotnational.bsky.social about the cancellation of River City & my wider concerns at the ongoing crisis facing our industry. It’s a scary time to be working in TV and it’s important to be upfront about that 👇 www.thenational.scot/news/2503668...thenational.scot'Hammer blow': River City editor issues warning for Scotland as BBC axes showBBC Scotland has been warned that axing River City will be a real “hammer blow” for the Scottish TV industry ... 001
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 25/03/2025EXC: A script editor on River City has warned BBC Scotland that axing the show will be a real 'hammer blow' for the Scottish TV industrythenational.scot'Hammer blow': River City editor issues warning for Scotland as BBC axes show 063
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 11/02/2025Peter Strachan’s research showed 12 of the 164 off screen roles in series 1 were occupied by people from Scotland – 7%. The total number of Scottish staff working in production rose in series 2 to 14, but due to an increase in total staff to 209, the proportion dropped to 6% 110
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 24/01/2025NEW: A Scottish director has alleged the BBC's director general told him he is 'wasting his time' in calling for an urgent change in the broadcaster's attitude towards Scottish talent www.thenational.scot/news/2488299...thenational.scotBBC head tells Scottish director he's 'wasting his time' over talent rowTHE head of the BBC has told a Scottish director he is “wasting his time” in calling for an urgent change in the broadcaster's attitude towards… 510157
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 21/01/2025A 'hidden' door has been found at a historic mansion in Stirlingshire where Bonnie Prince Charlie once stayed as a leak led volunteers to the discovery at the weekend www.thenational.scot/news/2487082...thenational.scot'Hidden door' discovered at historic mansion amid uncertainty of building's survivalA “HIDDEN” door has been found at a historic mansion in Stirlingshire where Bonnie Prince Charlie once stayed following as a leak led volunteers… 020
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 16/01/2025It’s always nice to be out and reporting in my local area. I spoke to the people in Alloa as the King visited a food bank this afternoon. You can read what the people had to say about his visit below👇 www.thenational.scot/news/2486293...thenational.scot'The cheek of him': People of Alloa react to King Charles visit to food bankTHE National asked the people of Alloa what they thought about King Charles' visit to a food bank and community centre in the town. 010
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 14/01/2025EXC: Urgent change is needed to address the BBC’s “breathtaking arrogance” in its relationship with Scotland’s screen industry, a leading director has said 38138
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 08/01/2025NEW: Two 'lynx' have allegedly been spotted in the Highlands as police issue a warning to the public to 'not approach' them Police have confirmed they are assisting specially trained staff from the Highland Wildlife Park in tracing the lynx www.thenational.scot/news/2484366...thenational.scotTwo 'lynx' spotted in Highlands as police assist specialists from wildlife parkTWO “lynx” have allegedly been spotted in the Highlands as police issue a warning to the public to “not approach” them ... 3226
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 07/01/2025I’m a little late sharing this but a trio of young filmmakers are creating a short film inspired by the untold stories of working-class women who gutted herring on Scotland’s east coast They said the idea came from stories their grannies used to tell www.thenational.scot/news/2482691...thenational.scotFilm exploring untold women's stories in Scottish fishing communities hits milestoneA TRIO of young filmmakers have reached a milestone in creating a short film inspired about the untold stories of working-class women who gutted… 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 07/01/2025Exc: The number of new tartans registered last year has been revealed as one designer explains why more Scots are deciding to create their own www.thenational.scot/news/2484058...thenational.scotNumber of new Scottish tartans registered in 2024 revealedTHE number of new tartans registered last year has been revealed as one designer explains why more Scots are deciding to create their own ... 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 22/12/2024The UK film and TV industry has historically failed to represent people from working-class backgrounds and has built a system designed to keep them out, leading voices from the industry have said ahead of a new documentary. www.thenational.scot/news/2480853...thenational.scotFilm and TV industry's systematic exclusion of working class explored in documentaryTHE UK film and TV industry has historically failed to represent people from working class backgrounds and has built a system designed to keep them… 020
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 22/12/2024Scots could be faced with major problems with their home heating systems if they are not switched over, as a watchdog and charities express “deep concerns” over potential hardships if alternatives aren’t urgently provided. www.thenational.scot/news/2481013...thenational.scot'Deep concerns' over lack of urgency to replace soon to be switched off metersSCOTS could be faced with major problems with their home heating systems if it is not switched over, as watchdog and charities express “deep… 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 22/12/2024Campaigners are calling for plans to charge small boats to use the River Clyde to be scrapped as the move “threatens” Scotland’s sailing community as a petition has been launched. www.thenational.scot/news/2481131...thenational.scotCalls to scrap controversial plans for fees to sail on Clyde as petition launchedCAMPAIGNERS are calling for plans to charge small boats to use the River Clyde to be scrapped as the move “threatens” Scotland’s sailing… 000
Alasdair Ferguson @alasdairferguson.bsky.social · 18/12/2024EXC: Filmmakers are “actively told” not to explore Scotland’s working class history despite it being a “never-ending” rich resource, says actor Peter Mullan He added it’s shocking Scotland’s history has been “confined to the wastebasket” by the BBC www.thenational.scot/news/2480391...thenational.scotBBC 'confining Scotland's history to wastebasket', actor Peter Mullan saysFILMMAKERS are “actively told” not to explore Scotland’s working class history despite it being a “never-ending rich source of material”… 030
Reposted by Alasdair FergusonThe National @scotnational.bsky.social · 17/12/2024BREAKING: Former first minister Humza Yousaf has confirmed he will step down as an MSP at the next Holyrood election. Story to follow. 92410