Daily Record
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Wednesday, February 4, 2026: A Nation's Disgrace and Sporting Sins
Homelessness Crisis in Scotland
The Daily Record's front page declares "NATIONAL DISGRACE" over the alarming statistic of more than 10,000 Scottish children now homeless. A powerful image depicts a distressed woman with two young children in what appears to be a temporary living arrangement, underscoring the "record number of children left in limbo." Inside the paper, it's revealed SNP ministers are under fire as the number of children in temporary accommodation has hit an all-time high, with charities calling for urgent social housing action amidst an 18% rise in homeless applications since 2021.
Mandelson Faces Epstein Probe
Prominently featured is Peter Mandelson, with a serious portrait accompanying the headline "MANDELSON FACES EPSTEIN CRIME PROBE." Inside the paper, this refers to allegations of misconduct in public office concerning his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, a matter also widely reported nationally, with further details emerging regarding alleged emails between Mandelson and Epstein.
Football Drama: Saints & Sinners
In sports, the headline "Saints & sinners" captures St Mirren's 1-0 victory over league leaders Hearts. The front page features a jubilant St Mirren player celebrating alongside a dejected Hearts opponent, illustrating how St Mirren struck a blow to the league leaders after Hearts were reduced to 10 men, as detailed further inside the paper.
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