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David Martindale opens up on Livingston discussions amid St Johnstone interest
David Martindale is adamant he is perfectly content with Livingston’s decision to reject an approach from St Johnstone regarding their managerial vacancy. The Perth club requested permission to speak to the 49-year-old about the possibility of
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Caretaker Alex Cleland lauds two goal Nicky Clark after 'massive' St Johnstone win
ST JOHNSTONE caretaker manager Alex Cleland believes the Perth club’s first cinch Premiership win of the season shows they have the quality they need to survive in the top flight this season. Cleland took charge of the bottom-placed side in the
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Brendan Rodgers sings praises of Oh as Celtic striker gets his reward
CELTIC manager Brendan Rodgers has praised the professionalism of Oh after the forward climbed off the bench and seized his opportunity to give the champions a hard-fought win over an impressive St Mirren outfit. The striker has had to be patient
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Scotland midfielder Fiona Brown looking to defy the odds despite run of form
There was little of note for Scotland to get overly excited about on Tuesday night as they endured their fourth Nations League defeat. Pedro Martinez Losa’s side have taken just one point from a group they were always likely to struggle in given the
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Motherwell 2 Aberdeen 4: Morale-boosting win ahead of cup semi-finals
Jamie McGrath hit a double as a 4-2 victory at Motherwell gave Aberdeen a much-needed morale boost ahead of the Viaplay Cup semi-finals. McGrath scored in each half with Nicky Devlin and substitute Luis Lopes also on target as the Dons claimed
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TV review: Shetland rings the changes, but will fans like the result?
** Review contains spoilers ** When it was announced that Ashley Jensen was taking over from Douglas Henshall as Shetland’s crimefighter-in-chief, two questions came to mind. First, would her DI Ruth Calder wear a bobble hat? Henshall’s DI
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Nicky Clark double ends St Johnstone nightmare as Kilmarnock suffer another away loss
NOBODY at St Johnstone was attempting to gloss over the weekend departure of their manager Steven MacLean or his assistant Liam Craig as they took on Kilmarnock in the cinch Premiership at McDiarmid Park tonight. There was a double page tribute
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Celtic 2 St Mirren 1: Late Oh stunner sickens Saints
CELTIC dug out a hard-fought win against an impressive St Mirren outfit as Oh climbed off the bench to bag a crucial three points for the champions. A brilliant opening goal from Conor McMenamin – his first since arriving in the summer – gave St
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Football fan convicted of racially abusing Rio Ferdinand
A football fan has been convicted of racially abusing Rio Ferdinand at a Premier League match. Jamie Arnold hurled racist remarks and hand gestures at the former England defender, who was working as a pundit for BT Sport during the match between
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'Sneak peek' at restaurant interior inspired by story of St Mungo
A hotly anticipated new restaurant in Glasgow has given diners a “sneak peek” at its interior, inspired by the story behind the city’s coat of arms. Hazel, led by French chef Eric Avenier, will open its doors to the public on November 13, and says
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Kevin McKenna: The Secret Covid Diary of a Downing Street adviser
Extract from the Covid Diary of Nigel Harpenden-Chorley, Special Adviser at the Department of Policy Engagement (DoPE). February 7, 2021: Following the news that another 10,000 people died of Covid-19 last week, Boris is unexpectedly upbeat and
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The night Annie Lennox spotted a cyclist at a music awards ceremony
IT was, understandably, a sight that came as a surprise to Annie Lennox. The Radisson Hotel in Glasgow was crowded that night with the great and the good. Famous faces, everywhere you looked. Loud, merry, drink-assisted conversations all around
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First illustrated travel guide to Scotland from 18th century digitised for first time
As a travel writer, Thomas Pennant played a pivotal role in stimulating the birth of tourism in Scotland and Wales in the later 18th century and romantic period. Although hardly a household name, the Welsh-born naturalist, writer, and antiquarian
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Scottish ministers spend £230K on gender reform legal challenge
Humza Yousaf's government has so far spent almost £230,000 on its legal fight with Westminster over Holyrood’s gender reform legislation. Scottish ministers confirmed they had spent £221,347 hiring “external counsel” and £6,519 on court fees, a
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Maths graduate Walker hoping numbers add up to DP World Tour promotion
As a university graduate in mathematics, Euan Walker enjoys crunching the numbers of his golfing statistics with the kind of gleeful relish that Carol Vorderman used to adopt during the rapid-fire arithmetic bit on an old episode of Countdown.
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Kerry Hudson: The chance £2.5m art treasure find that could transform a Highland town
Coming to a silver screen near you soon, the story of a proud, idiosyncratic Highland community who discover that a dusty doorstop found in a shed is worth £2.5 million and the dramatic and hilarious consequences of the fallout. Except, of course
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Is the independence debate slowly throttling Scottish politics?
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. It’s a fact of life that politicians over-promise and under-deliver. In the eternal hunt for votes, they try to appeal to as many audiences as possible with as many
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Exclusive: Move to charter two 'emergency' ferries amidst new ferry delay
This article appears as part of the Scotland's Ferries newsletter. It is the 'emergency' ferry that is costing £1m of public money a month to charter but cannot provide lifeline services on at least one of CalMac's busiest routes. But it is
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Former Rangers directors win approval to build homes at famous landmark location
The billionaire brothers behind a new housing development at a landmark former factory site have today been told their bid for permission has been successful. The Easdale Investment Group has just gained approval for a new £15 million housing development
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Storm Babet should be a 'wake up call' for climate action in Scotland
The devastation caused in Scotland in the wake of Storm Babet must be a "wake up call" for climate action, a Scottish Green MSP has said. Two people died and hundreds of Brechin residents were forced to evacuate their homes after severe flooding
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Hundreds gather in Glasgow in 'teddy bear' protest against Hamas and Israel conflict
Hundreds of parents and children gathered in the centre of Glasgow today to protest the bombardment of Gaza as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues. The group Parents for Palestine Glasgow held a static protest in George Square in solidarity
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'Wettest October on record' for areas of Scotland battered by Storm Babet
Areas of Scotland battered by Storm Babet had their wettest October on record, according to the Met Office, and there are warnings that the UK could face more heavy rainfall as a result of climate change. Angus, Dundee, Fife and Kincardineshire
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Next v Asos: Is fast fashion really slowing down?
Yet again Next has today upped its profit guidance as it seemingly defies the economic gravity of consumers struggling under the weight of inflation. The fashion chain has raised its profit forecast for the fourth time in five months after third-quarter
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SNP calls for 'concrete timetable' for delayed carbon capture project amid £80m row
The SNP’s Energy Minister has called on the UK Government to set out a “concrete timetable” for when the Scottish carbon capture project will be up and running as she came under pressure for sitting on £80 million of promised funds. Gillian Martin
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'How can this be a real job?' New CEO tells of joy of working for Scots music charity
Vicky Williams found herself at a crossroads where her future could have gone one of two ways. As a young graduate she submitted two job application forms on the same day - one for primary teaching and one to the music charity Sistema Scotland.
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Taps aff in the Home Counties
Blessed by bubbles A WHILE ago reader Beryl Cameron travelled with her husband to the Home Counties, to visit a couple they had known years ago in Glasgow. This couple had done exceedingly well for themselves, and now lived in a large detached
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Robert McNeil: SNP look like the cast of Rab C Nesbitt dressed for a gaudy wedding
DON’T quote me on this - or indeed anything - but I suspect that most Scots, at least among the anorak-wearing intellectuals and similar unskilled savants, are more interested in what happens at Holyrood than in the doings of a land far, far away:
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Report: Scottish Government's endless 'consultitis' blocking delivery
The Scottish Government is producing so many repetitive consultations and strategy documents that it is failing to actually achieve things, a new report has warned. The “addiction to consultitis” has seen ministers and officials issue 529 strategy
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Sale of famous Glasgow pub attracts 'unprecedented interest'
A formal closing date has been set for offers for The Laurieston Bar in Glasgow, with selling agent Christie & Co citing “unprecedented levels of interest received on the property”. Christie & Co, which declared that the “famous Glasgow bar is…
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Jewish teachers make 'bias' allegation against union in Israel and Palestine conflict
A group of Jewish teachers have resigned from Scotland's largest teaching union after what they consider to be anti-Semitic behaviour amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The Jewish Teachers Network (Scotland) says its members have begun
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Court of session: Trans women with gender recognition certificate are legally women
The Court of Session has upheld an initial ruling that the legal definition of “woman” is "not limited to biological or birth sex". Effectively, this means a trans woman with a gender recognition certificate (GRC) should be recognised as a woman
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Online Casino UK: Some of The Top UK Casino Sites Ranked
This article is brought to you by Amici IT and does not necessarily represent the views of The Herald Online casino UK sites that are most popular to players offer more than 1,000 high-quality games, a user-friendly interface and a range of exciting
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Kate Forbes heaps pressure on Nicola Sturgeon over pandemic WhatsApps
Kate Forbes has piled pressure on Nicola Sturgeon after revealing that she has retained all of her pandemic WhatsApp messages. Speaking to journalists in Holyrood, the former finance secretary said she had not deleted anything. That is despite
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'We are going to kill thousands of people': Top civil servant's pre-lockdown warning
A top UK Government aide has described her realisation that the country faced "total disaster" days before the first national lockdown. Helen MacNamara, the deputy cabinet secretary - the second most senior civil servant in the UK during the pandemic
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Labour increase lead over SNP for Westminster election in new poll of Scottish voters
Labour have extended their lead over the SNP in general election voting intentions, according to a major opinion survey published today. The latest Scoop poll, conducted by the flagship Scottish Election Study, put support for the former party
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Nottingham Panthers invite all fans to gathering in honour of Adam Johnson
Nottingham Panthers will hold a gathering on Saturday night following the death of their player Adam Johnson last weekend. The 29-year-old American was playing for the Panthers in a Challenge Cup match at rivals Sheffield Steelers last Saturday
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on town centres
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on town centres You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Full list of Scottish council areas affected by latest school strikes
Schools in Scotland will be forced to close as support staff go on strike again this week in a row over pay. Unison members in eight council areas will be walking out from today (Wednesday, November 1) after voting overwhelmingly to reject Cosla's
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Scottish energy giant snaps up Rolls-Royce chief
JOHN Wood Group has snapped up a leading executive from Rolls-Royce to head its finance operations. The Aberdeen-based engineering services giant has appointed Arvind Balan as chief financial officer and executive director, effective from April
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Do doctors really need to be told how to use dating apps?
This article appears as part of the Inside the NHS newsletter. Do doctors need formal guidance on how to use dating apps appropriately? If that seems a strange question, then your reaction probably mirrors that of the many medics who
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School staff protest in Glasgow during day of strike action, in pictures
Glasgow school support staff protested in the city centre on November 1 as they continued their strike over low pay. Unison members across Scotland walked out on Wednesday, forcing hundreds of schools to close after members voted overwhelmingly
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Urgent calls to reopen 'vital' west coast road in time for Christmas
Urgent calls have been made for the Scottish Government to intervene and help reopen a "vital" west coast main road before Christmas. The A816, which connects Lochgilphead and Oban, is often used as an alternative route in the event of closures
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Inquiry: Mother told son 'would not be resuscitated or get ambulance' to save life
Vulnerable adults and children were targeted with "distressing and traumatising" do not resuscitate orders at the beginning of the pandemic, the Scottish Covid inquiry has heard. Sara Redmond, chief development officer for Alliance - an umbrella
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Watch: Literacy in schools? It's more than just the written word
What is literacy? It's just reading and writing, right? Not quite. Like most things in education, there is a bit more to it under the Curriculum for Excellence. Education writer James McEnaney breaks down all this and more as our video series on
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Just what does Ash Regan stand for?
Ash Regan is no stranger to headlines. She made them when she rebelled against the Scottish Government’s Gender Recognition Reform Bill, when she stood for the SNP leadership and, most recently, when she defected to the Alba Party. Read our report
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Dundee defence is a delight - striker is final piece of the puzzle - Dens Dispatch
Dig out the passports and blow the dust off the sombreros, lads - the Dees are off to Europe! I am, of course, being facetious. Given you could throw a medium sized rug over two-thirds of the league just now, Dundee's lofty perch of fifth spot
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Scots charity announces social project in Dundee to help those with addiction issues
A renowned homeless charity has announced it will open a recovery centre in Dundee for people struggling with addiction issues. Social Bite has gone from a small coffee shop in Edinburgh to a project supporting some of society's most vulnerable
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Police launch murder probe over Renfrew stairwell death
The death of a man who was found seriously injured in a stairwell in Renfrew is being treated as murder. Police have launched an investigation after Alastair Campbell died shortly after being found seriously injured in the common close of flats
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Two more people arrested over felling of world famous tree
Two more people have been arrested over the felling of the world famous Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian's Wall. Northumbria Police said two men, both aged in their 30s, were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage on Tuesday (October 31). They
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How Zara Gladman went from scientist to rising star of Scottish comedy
WHEN Zara Gladman embarked on her career as a marine biologist, a headline show at the Glasgow International Comedy Festival wasn’t on her radar. However, next spring she’ll begin the next phase of her metamorphosis from scientist to comedian
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'I was full of shame': Mother tells how she lost everything due to partner's gambling
Tracey O'Shaughnessy's story of gambling is traumatic; it is one of hitting rock bottom, losing everything and starting again. And yet Tracey is not a gambler. She is one of millions of people in the UK known in recovery circles as an "affected
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Agenda: No easy fixes on the road to green transport
The climate crisis demands rapid decarbonisation of the mobility and freight systems that enable and underpin our economy, yet progress has been painfully slow. In some important respects, progress has in fact begun to reverse. The UK Government
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How Scotland and Fela Kuti are bringing Nigerian craft beer to the world
A Glasgow design agency has teamed up with the artist behind some of Fela Kuti's iconic album covers to bring Nigeria's first craft brewery to global attention. Bature Brewery started in the nation's capital, Abuja, in 2017 and now operates a brewery
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Women 'failed' as Scotland lags years behind England on female-only gambling support
Women in Scotland living with gambling addiction are being failed by a lack of specific support services, experts have claimed. The country lags at least eight years behind England in providing tailored help for the rising number of women developing
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Netanyahu has failed his people and the world and should resign in shame
IF Benjamin Netanyahu has any concept of shame, he should be resigning as Prime Minister of Israel, as he has clearly failed in his principal objective of bringing security to his country, and thereby also peace to his country and its neighbours.
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Next struts its stuff while Asos continues to struggle
Fashion chain Next has raised its full-year profit guidance for the fourth time this year, contrasting sharply with the fortunes of Asos which has warned that its sales will continue to tumble. Next added £10 million to its profit guidance, which
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Famous restaurant brand to create 60 jobs at first Scottish location
A popular bar and restaurant brand plans to recruit 60 workers as it prepares to open its first Scottish location. Caribbean bar and restaurant brand Turtle Bay is searching for “a brilliant team to provide fantastic customer experiences in the
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‘New era for renewables’ in Scotland as giant wind farm reaches major milestone
Renewables companies have hailed a major milestone in the development of the massive Ossian Floating Offshore Wind Farm. Ossian said it has become the first ScotWind floating offshore wind farm to complete essential geotechnical surveys. Set
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Richard Muir: Let's hear it for the Hydro, Glasgow's shining star
At the end of September, the OVO Hydro on the banks of the River Clyde celebrated its 10th birthday in style by launching a celebration of the last decade at one of the world’s busiest and best venues. The Hydro, which forms a key part of the Scottish
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Sir Bobby Charlton funeral announced for November 13
The life of Manchester United and England great Sir Bobby Charlton will be celebrated in a memorial service at Manchester Cathedral on November 13. Heartfelt tributes have continued to be paid since the 1966 World Cup winner died at the age of
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The fireworks displays in and around Edinburgh this Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night is almost here, and with it a number of spectacular fireworks displays are being held across Edinburgh and beyond. For those who wish to be dazzled by the light shows while enjoying live music, entertainment, cosy warm drinks, and
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Hibs condemn 'abhorrent' racist comment towards Allan Delferrière
Hibernian chiefs have condemned an "abhorrent" racist comment made towards Allan Delferrière. The Belgian midfielder, 21, was targeted with abuse after Hibs drew 2-2 with Ross County. Delferrière was unfortunate to score an own goal in the
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Van der Merwe hands Edinburgh boost for Leinster clash but Boffeli still absent
Edinburgh have received a massive boost ahead of their trip to Leinster this weekend with star man Duhan van der Merwe available for selection. Edinburgh have made a brilliant start to their URC campaign with two wins from two and they’ll be bolstered
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Ministers under new fire on secrecy over Scots ferry fiasco bailout
Ministers have come under new fire over secrecy relating to the delivery of vessels at the centre of Scotland's ferry fiasco - after repeatedly refusing to explain its rationale for ploughing millions more into their delivery. The Scottish Government
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Inquiry into ice hockey player’s death will take some time, police say
The police inquiry into the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson during a match watched by thousands of fans “will take some time”, the investigating force has said. The 29-year-old American was playing for Nottingham Panthers at rivals Sheffield
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Glasgow Warriors winger Kyle Rowe on injury torment and Scotland boost
The road to recovery from injury involves soul searching and requires mental fortitude to return as Kyle Rowe can testify. The 25-year-old would be justified in feeling that he was cursed after a dream moment turned into the start of a nightmare
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Riot police deployed to quell gangs of youths in Dundee
Riot police were deployed to quell disorder after gangs of youths set fire to bins and blocked off roads in Dundee. Council leader John Alexander branded the troublemakers “"absolute morons", describing the "pathetic, ugly" scenes last night
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Carlos Alcaraz stunned by Roman Safiullin at Paris Masters
World number two Carlos Alcaraz crashed out of the Paris Masters at the first hurdle. The Spaniard had designs on ending his year on the regular tour with victory in the French capital but they were quickly extinguished by world number 45 Roman
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A huge week ahead for Aberdeen and Barry Robson with pressure mounting
This piece is an extract from yesterday's The Dandies newsletter, which is emailed out at 6pm every Tuesday. To receive our full, free Aberdeen FC newsletter including this type of quality discussion and analysis straight to your email inbox, click
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Council faces new court action after 'sanctioning' major Scots flat demolition
Scotland's biggest council faces new court action after rejecting calls for an environmental impact assessment on one of the nation's biggest proposed demolition projects. The city council is already facing a £10,000 legal costs bill after admitting
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Guy Stenhouse: Sophisticated Scots are dab hands at tactical voting
Scots are probably one of the most sophisticated electorates in the world when it comes to tactical voting. Tactical voting takes place in every election. You have to weigh up whether you will vote for the party you most want to win or for the
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Alison Rowat: The Scottish government and transparency? Don't make us laugh
History sometimes happens in the most mundane of places. Take Dorland House, London W2 6BU, where the UK Covid-19 Inquiry hearings are being held. Given the serious business at hand, the greatest health and economic crisis to hit the UK since the
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AI summit: Lochhead's dismay as Scottish Government snubbed from regulation talks
Richard Lochhead has hit out after ministers in the devolved authorities were left out of the Rishi Sunak’s global AI summit. The Scottish innovation minister said the snub was surprising given Scotland was a “leader in several AI areas.” In
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'Kick in the teeth': Lost Glasgow LEZ court case costs campaigners £130,000
A lost legal challenge aimed at stopping the enforcement of Glasgow's low emission zone (LEZ) has cost campaigners £130,000 it can be revealed. William Paton, the local garage owner who fronted a judicial review of the scheme saying it was unlawful
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Enough is enough: Scots must not be fobbed off again
OVER the last 16 years it has suited the SNP leadership and its publicly-funded cabal of spin doctors to keep the focus of political discourse in Scotland on stirring grievance with the UK Government and promoting Scottish independence, hoping to distract
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Hundreds of schools close as support staff take strike action
School support staff at four local authorities have walked out on strike in a continuing dispute with councils over pay. Workers including janitors, cleaners and pupil support assistants are among those who will take strike action in East Renfrewshire
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Rugby World Cup finals went on too long & did not live up to expectations
After all the months and years of anticipation, I can’t help feeling that the finals of the World Rugby Cup did not live up to expectations and in several senses the sport of rugby union was the biggest loser after that long tournament in France.
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Campaigners living in riot hotspot frustrated at lack of firework control zone
Campaigners in a community notorious for scenes of Bonfire Night chaos said their "patience has run out" as it emerged new powers to restrict the use of fireworks are not being used by the local authority. Pollokshields, in the south side of Glasgow
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AWARDS AIM TO RAISE THE BAR - The Herald Law Awards of Scotland 2023
The Herald Legal Awards of Scotland will take place in Glasgow on Wednesday, 15 November and amongst those joining the audience of leading figures in the Scottish legal sector will be Meena Bahanda of legal recruitment specialists, IDEX. As a member
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Best hair transplant in istanbul
Investigate and Choose a Clinic: To begin, look up hair transplant clinics in Turkey. Seek out medical facilities with a solid track record, skilled doctors, and satisfied clients. Selecting a facility with a history of successful treatments is
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Ukrainian mother who helped set up space marketing agency in Scotland honoured
A Scottish space marketing agency is celebrating after one of its key workers, who is from Ukraine, won a prestigious international award. Daria Filichkina, the chief operating officer of Edinburgh-based AstroAgency, was rewarded by a Sir Arthur
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BP maintains shareholder rewards despite sharp drop in Q3 profits
BP has maintained its dividend payments and extended its $1.5 billion share buyback programme despite posting underwhelming profits for the three months to the end of September. In its first set of results since former chief executive Bernard Looney
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Ian McConnell: The truth about Brexit
It was interesting, though hardly surprising, to hear the administrators of Orkney Fishermen’s Society flag Brexit as a factor in this long-established supplier of crabs, lobster and other fresh seafood falling into insolvency. Thankfully, there
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Historic Scottish law firms begin life as newly merged entity
THE leaders of newly merged Scottish law firm Morton Fraser MacRoberts have declared that the deal which brought their two former organisations together was founded on “ambition” and not a defensive move. Morton Fraser and MacRoberts, which were
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Former club owner hires two industry veterans for alcoholic drinks firm
Scottish ready-to-drink cocktails business Panther M*lk, founded by former Sub Club owner Paul Crawford, has hired two industry veterans to bolster its commercial division. Panther M*lk, following a successful grocery launch of its oat-drink-based
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Four Scottish castle hotels feature in UK top 10
Four Scottish castle hotels feature in a UK top 10 list compiled by South Western Railway. Castles around the UK have been ranked on their TripAdvisor ratings, as well as the total number of reviews and percentage of five-star reviews and value
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What is today's Wordle word? November 1, 2023 hints and answer
Are you wondering where to start with today's Wordle word? Here are some hints and the answer for November 1. A 5-letter word must be found in just six attempts and players are given a new word to guess daily. The game uses the same rules as
