Scotland Rail: ASLEF says ministers must stop “profiteering” in Scotland’s rail plans after ScotRail moved to the next phase of buying 69 new electric and battery-electric trains, arguing private leasing drains fares and calling for public financing. NHS Pressure: Public Health Scotland reports delayed discharge hit a record high in July, with 2,012 patients spending 62,012 days in hospital despite being medically fit to leave. Scottish Politics: First Minister John Swinney unveiled a programme promising the “most radical reshaping” of public services, including cutting health boards from 14 to two, extending a £2 bus fare cap to Glasgow and the west, and pushing a misogyny bill. Wales Gender Row: Wales paused referrals for gender-affirming surgery and scheduled surgeries while it reviews demand, triggering criticism from campaigners and opposition politicians. Health & Sport: Scott McTominay will miss Scotland matches after Napoli said he needs corrective surgery for a minor heart issue. England Crime: Five people are in custody after a newborn baby girl died from stab wounds in Sheffield. England Cricket: Maia Bouchier’s century powered England Women to a record ODI chase, beating Ireland by six wickets in Leicester. Bank of England: Governor Andrew Bailey warned AI risks destabilising global markets and increasing cyber threats to finance. Culture: Shirley Manson is set to narrate a new National Theatre of Scotland/BBC Scotland futuristic film exploring the climate crisis.