Scotland Education

The number of incidents of racism or racist bullying recorded in Scotland's schools jumped by 50% last year.

A council spokesperson says the attack has affected its education network and contingency plans to keep schools open is ongoing.

The NASUWT union wants early education on hate speech because pupils are already influenced by secondary school.

Bosses say the college, like other education institutions, is facing increasing financial challenges.

The accident happened on the A93 between Crathes and Drumoak as children were being taken to school.

The head of Scotland's second largest teaching union says schools are overwhelmed by an "explosion" in pupils with additional support needs.

Under the proposals, the university would shed around 300 roles through a voluntary programme.

Last year Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth said the results were "not good enough".