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Celtic defender says VAR 'getting silly' as he takes aim at use of still images
GREG TAYLOR says that the use of still images in VAR reviews is ‘getting silly’ as the Celtic defender took aim at the decision to send off Daizen Maeda in his side’s heavy defeat to Atletico Madrid. Maeda was ordered off after the yellow card
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The Phillipe Clement fear factor that has driven bright Rangers start
IT is often said that it requires gravitas to lead a top club. It is an intangible thing, and you won’t be taught how to get it when you are going through your coaching badges. You just know it, when you see it. And when John Lundstram looks at his
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Connor Barron feels Aberdeen should have taken more from Europe so far this season
Aberdeen midfielder Connor Barron reckons they should have been European heroes this season instead of their succession of hard luck tales. The Dons are on a high after defeating Hibs with ten men to reach the Viaplay Cup Final against Rangers
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Robbie Ure praised for chasing different pathway following Rangers exit
With every international window that comes around, there seems to be another emerging young Scottish talent who breaks into the Under-21 set-up. In recent times we’ve had Ben Doak for example. Emilio Lawrence of Manchester City is another. It’s
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Celtic captain Callum McGregor bemoans 'embarrassing' Atletico Madrid defeat
Callum McGregor branded Celtic's 6-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid as "embarrassing" after their thrashing in Spain. Doubles from Antoine Griezmann and Alvaro Morata, as well as strikes from Samuel Lino and Saul Niguez, saw Diego Simeone's side run
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St Johnstone 2 Motherwell 2: Levein forced to settle for draw on dugout return
Craig Levein swiftly experienced all the stresses associated with managing in the Scottish Premiership on his long-awaited return to the dugout. Levein spoke at his unveiling on Monday of being ‘knackered’ by the pressures of piling work on himself
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Sean Everitt admits Edinburgh face fight to keep Scotland star Blair Kinghorn
Sean Everitt remains desperate to keep Blair Kinghorn at Edinburgh amid growing speculation around his future. The 26-year-old has been at his hometown club since making his debut in 2015 after leaving Edinburgh Academy but his contract expires
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Celtic player ratings as disappointing night ends in Champions League thrashing
Joe Hart 5 The goalkeeper had an up-and-down game as his poor punch of the ball from an early corner played a significant role in Antoine Griezmann's opener. However, he did make several good saves. Alistair Johnston 4 It was a fixture
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Atletico 6 Celtic 0: 10-man Celtic see red as Griezmann and co put on a show
CELTIC were left seeing red once more as they were taken apart by a rampant Atletico Madrid in the heaving Estadio Metropolitano. In Glasgow, it was the colour of the shirts worn by Atletico to commemorate their infamously bruising 1974 triumph
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Sunak is in too deep a hole for the King's Speech to be his ladder
Despite it being a double debut, it was a less than vintage King’s Speech. The first for King Charles III since he became the monarch, it was also the first legislative programme from Rishi Sunak. But the special occasion did not make for special
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Analysis: Scotland is failing to back up climate pledges with real progress
The Scottish Government is keen on pledges to tackle the climate crisis – but is struggling to deliver action. The crisis facing the planet is almost unimaginable in scale – politicians have next to no time to overhaul how everything works – at
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The Scottish Government built public trust with Covid legacy... what happened?
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. The Scottish Government’s legacy in handling the Covid pandemic was built around public trust. Nicola Sturgeon, pretty much daily, stood up and briefed the public on
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What Babet threw up on Scotland's shores - from 1968 crisp bag to octopuses
Storm Babet, it has been predicted, is likely to have been one of the costliest weather events in Scottish history – at a possible cost of £500 million for repairs. But it has also inspired a huge community clear-up effort - and one of the places in
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Glasgow music festival announces summer 2024 return date and line up
Scotland's newest music festival has announced its return to Glasgow next summer – with tickets going on sale very soon. The Reeling is back for its second year at Rouken Glen Park on June 8-9 2024 with a "spectacular line up" and "even bigger
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Scottish ministers refuse to comply with UK strike plan
Scottish ministers say they will refuse to co-operate with UK government legislation designed to ensure minimum levels of service during strikes. Economy Secretary Neil Gray condemned the "appalling" plan ahead of the King's Speech at Westminster
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SQA appeals and success rate drops in 2023
The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) reported that one in 10 appeals for a higher grade were successful in 2023. That according to provisional results released on Tuesday. The number is nearly one-third of the success rate in 2022 when
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FA to take no action against Alejandro Garnacho over gorilla emoji social post
The Football Association will not take any action against Alejandro Garnacho over the Manchester United winger’s use of gorilla emojis in a post about Andre Onana. Two weeks ago the goalkeeper produced a stoppage-time penalty save to secure a key
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'Highly uncertain' times with fewer new homes warns housebuilding giant
There are “highly uncertain” times ahead for housebuilders and house buyers. The warning from homes giant Persimmon was echoed by analysts, although the outlook is tempered by a modest lift in house prices. Persimmon said new home completions
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Starmer: Only fight left in the Tories is fight for their own skin
Rishi Sunak’s first legislative programme has been denounced as a “plan for more of the same” after 13 years of Tory government. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said the King’s Speech, which included 20 Bills, had seen the Conservative leader put
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Wildlife and inner peace: What to expect from a Hebridean cruise
Scotland has thousands of miles of coastline and hundreds of islands that the Calmac ferries can’t reach. Onboard the Emma Jane from Oban with Hebrides Cruises I set sail to explore some of these special places…and packed my yoga mat and an open mind
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Elections underway for UK's "most effective" young leaders
Hopeful politicians would have voters believe that the future is at stake in every election. But in the case of the election kicking off this week, that promise holds a bit more water. Voting opened on Monday for the new Scottish Youth Parliament
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David McGillivray: Fifa must get human rights guarantee
Saudi Arabia, a country where homosexuality is illegal, a male guardianship culture predominates, and criticism of the governing regime can lead to immediate imprisonment, is now in pole position to host the 2034 Fifa Men’s World Cup. As the sole bidder
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Weighty problem for the local church
Chubbers in church WE published a picture of a portly toy, called the Lack of Action Man, which amused reader Willie Ferguson. It also reminded him of a planning meeting at his church regarding the building of an extension to the property.
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SNP Government confirms controversial fishing ban plans will be dropped
Controversial plans to ban fishing in one tenth of Scottish waters "will not be progressed", the SNP's Net Zero Secretary has confirmed. Mairi McAllan has said that the previously proposed highly protected marine areas (HPMAs) will not be taken
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta will ‘talk loudly’ about VAR until situation improves
Mikel Arteta has stood by his VAR outburst following Arsenal’s loss at Newcastle on Saturday and insists he will continue to “talk loudly” until he believes the situation improves. The Gunners lost 1-0 at St James’ Park on Saturday – their first
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Second suspect arrested in probe into death of Renfrew man
A second man has been arrested as police probe the death of Renfrew man Alastair Campbell. The 52-year-old was found seriously injured in the common close of flats on Renfield Street around 3am on Monday, 30 October 2023. Read More: Former
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Coroner concerned over future deaths if neck guards are not worn in ice hockey
The coroner investigating the death of Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson has told the governing body of ice hockey in the UK she is “sufficiently concerned that deaths may occur in the future” if neck guards are not worn. Sheffield’s senior
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Government advisers criticise SNP delaying crunch climate change plan
The SNP’s Net Zero Secretary’s decision to delay her government’s crucial blueprint to cut harmful emissions in Scotland has been branded “very disappointing” by independent climate advisers. Mairi McAllan has confirmed that the Scottish Government
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Food inflation falls to single digits for first time in 16 months
Grocery price inflation has fallen below 10% for the first time since July 2022 thanks to declines in a "limited number of major categories". According to market research group Kantar, annual UK grocery inflation was 9.7% during the four weeks
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Anger as ministerial response to riot is to chair anti-social behaviour group
Scotland's community safety minister said she is to chair a group examining anti-social behaviour in the wake of what police described as 'unprecedented violence' on Bonfire Night. Siobhain Brown revealed the measure when pressed by Tory MSP Russell
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Covid advisor: Freeing up NHS hospital beds 'prioritised over care home safety'
A UK Government official has told the Covid inquiry that freeing up hospital beds was prioritised over safeguarding care homes in the early days of the pandemic. Simon Ridley, the former head of the Cabinet Office Covid-19 Taskforce, told the UK
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'Teachers can't help but eyeroll at the mere mention of in-service days'
This week, the Secret Teacher shares their thoughts on in-service days, and why for many in education the mere mention can be enough to set eyes rolling. In-service days can very occasionally be quite good. It’s like one of those classic
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Major Scottish landowner acquires 'highly sought-after' Edinburgh address
ONE of Scotland’s biggest landowners has snapped up a “prime” asset in Edinburgh’s New Town. The Duke of Buccleuch’s commercial property business has acquired 49 George Street in a deal worth £3.325 million. The property, which had been owned
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Anne's law campaigner: Care home visiting guidance was 'hidden' from families
Care home visiting guidance which could have enabled more people to see their loved ones was "hidden" from families during the pandemic, the Scottish Covid inquiry has heard. Natasha Clare Hamilton told the inquiry that she only became aware of
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Watch: How are zero hours contracts a 'positive destination' for schools?
What is a positive destination? Is it a useful metric for measuring pupil success after school or is there more to it? Education writer James McEnaney breaks down all this and more as our video series on the ins and outs of Scottish education continues
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Warning Scotland's 'intangible' culture in danger of being lost
Culture and traditions that have shaped communities across Scotland are at risk of being permanently lost to time, it has been warned. Experts at University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and Historic Environment Scotland (HES) says Scotland needs
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Youth worker jailed for 13 years for abuse of Scottish children
A predatory youth worker who posed as a teenage girl online to groom children in Glasgow has been jailed for 13 years. 45-year-old Cameron Osman groomed more than 70 teenage boys online by pretending to be a 16-year-old, engaging them in sexualised
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New bar and restaurant to open at 'iconic' venue beneath Glasgow Central Station
A new bar and restaurant will open within one of ‘Scotland’s most iconic venues’ later this month. Platform at 253 Argyle Street has today announced that its latest venture, Platform 1 will be launched on Thursday, November 16 with a winter programme
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Former Hearts player jailed for seven years for running huge cocaine smuggling ring
A former Hearts player has been sentenced to seven years in prison having been convicted of running a drug trafficking operation. Paul MacDonald, 35, who represented Scotland at youth level and also played for Clyde, hid thousands of pounds in
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SNP MSP tells Lorna Slater she has 'no clue' over circular economy costs
An SNP backbencher has accused Lorna Slater of having “no clue” after she insisted she has “ten out of ten” confidence in the finances of key environmental legislation despite admitting the final costs and timescales are not known. Ms Slater, the
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Rishi Sunak accused of 'cheap gimmicks and reheats' in King's Speech
Rishi Sunak has claimed to have “turned a corner” since the chaotic Liz Truss era and “put the country on a better path” after issuing his first legislative programme as Prime Minister. It followed King Charles III delivering his and Mr Sunak’s
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Glasgow family 'shaken' after attack by Atletico fans ahead of 'high risk' match
A Scots father and his two sons have been left 'shaken' after being attacked by a gang of Atletico fans in a Madrid bar ahead of tonight's 'high risk' Champions League match against Celtic. Mark O'Donnell, 61, told how he was watching football
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Explained in five minutes: The row over pro-Palestinian protests on Armistice Day
Police and Pro-Palestinian groups are at loggerheads over plans to hold a demonstration on Armistice Day in London. The Met Police have called for the march to be postponed, saying it was “not appropriate” during a meeting earlier this week.
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Angela Constance told cuts and sentencing policy are factors behind riot
SCOTLAND's sentencing guidelines for people under 25 and cuts to policing and youth services are behind rioting on Bonfire Night, the justice secretary has been told. Police Scotland on Monday condemned the “extreme violence”, in which petrol bombs
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The Covid inquiry is focusing on the wrong issues - letters
The Covid Inquiry has occupied much of the news agenda in recent days, with revelations of the thoughts and actions of Boris Johnson, Matt Hancock, Dominic Cummings, Chris Vallance et al making the headlines, along with the controversy over Scottish
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Residents asked to give views on plans that will shape Glasgow over next 20 years
Residents in Glasgow are being asked to share their views on what the city should look like over the next 20 years. It is a statutory requirement for local authorities to consult on plans for their communities - and Glasgow City Council is asking
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King Charles booed as he arrives for state opening of parliament
King Charles III has been booed as he arrived at Westminster for the first state opening of parliament since he became monarch. Hundreds of Republic protesters chanted “not my king” and “down with the crown” as the King arrived in Parliament Square
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Vicky Allan: £1 million in bonuses - and the sewage spills were getting worse
There are many reasons not to like the Scottish Water bonuses revealed in this paper at the weekend. One, of course, is that, at a total amounting to almost £1 million for three executives over five years, they dwarf most of our pay packets. While
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Letters: NHS is held back by administrators who are scared of innovative thinking
JIM Proctor (Letters, November 3) suggests that we should move to a Louisa Jordan model of pandemic care rather than create so called "superhospitals". However, he fails to take into account that the former was a stop-gap solution which would not meet
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First Bus is offering free travel this Remembrance Sunday - here's who is eligible
Veterans and armed forces personnel are being offered free bus travel this weekend to mark Remembrance events taking place. First Bus is making the offer to those travelling in Greater Glasgow to Remembrance Day activities on Armistice Day on Saturday
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'Terrifying': A&E waits longest for six months going into winter
The performance of Scotland’s A&E units has fallen to a six-month low, fuelling fears of a “terrifying” crisis during the busy winter season. The proportion of patients waiting more than half a day to be treated was the highest since January
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Popular pizza restaurant to open third site in Scots city
A popular pizza restaurant will mark the launch of its third site in a Scots city this month by giving away hundreds of free takeaway orders. First opened in Meadowbank in 2020, MATTO made a name for itself by serving authentic, Neapolitan-style
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The best Northern Lights displays in 20 years expected in Scotland
Scotland is expected to witness the best Northern Lights displays in 20 years this winter, scientists believe. The sun is set to reach its "solar maximum" from January to October 2024, creating powerful Aurora Borealis light shows across our skies
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Airline launches new routes from Scottish airport to famous holiday hotspots
An airline has launched two new sunshine routes from a Scottish airport. Budget carrier easyJet has added new flights to Cyprus and Tunisia from Glasgow Airport to its Scottish network for summer 2024. A collection of new routes now on sale
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Scottish gold miner on brink of collapse
THE company which runs Scotland’s only gold and silver mine is on the brink of collapse, putting the future of around 80 jobs at risk. In a statement to the stock market, Scotgold Resources said it could call in the administrators in a matter of
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Scotland rocks all over the world with The Wee Box
Amy McCusker, founder of WeeBox, Scotland’s global subscription box, has gathered an inspiring community of makers who supply gifts for her thriving business – and each month, she tells their story THERE are few Scottish children who grow up without
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Angela Constance 'open to discussion' about ban on sale of fireworks
Scotland's Justice Secretary has said she is "open to discussion" on a ban on the sale of fireworks to the public following widespread disorder which injured nine emergency workers on Sunday. Police and firefighters clashed with young people with
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Rishi Sunak pitches for English votes by talking tough on crime
Rishi Sunak is expected to put a series of law and order measures that don’t include Scotland at the heart of his first King’s Speech today. In a potential headache for the Scottish Tories at the general election, the Prime Minister will focus
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Glasgow Cathedral Christmas Concert on behalf of Cancer Research UK
Glasgow Cathedral Christmas Concert on behalf of Cancer Research UK On December 7th 2023, the Glasgow Cathedral Christmas Concert is returning for the first time since the pandemic. Hosted by television & radio presenter Fred MacAulay, the event
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Car fire sparks early morning delays on one of Scotland's major motorways
A car fire during the early hours of the morning has closed one of Scotland’s major road routes. Traffic Scotland have put diversions in place and closed the westbound M8 near Paisley while the road is cleared after the incident, which happened
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New plans for major multi-billion pound Scottish windfarm announced
Major onshore plans to enable a huge windfarm to provide renewable energy to millions of Scottish homes have been submitted to the Highland Council. The West of Orkney Windfarm is part of a multi-billion pound project which is hoped to bring "
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Agenda: Inclusive tourism can reap rich rewards
Scotland is world-renowned as a friendly and welcoming country. Our visitors cite as much in survey after survey. However, we must ensure the entire visitor experience matches our famous welcome. From transport to accommodation, from attractions
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Ange Postecoglou says ‘we have to accept the referee’s decision’ after home loss
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has called for an end to the questioning of officials’ decisions in order to prevent their authority being undermined. Spurs had two players sent off in the 4-1 defeat – their first loss of the Premier League
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Iga Swiatek returns to world number one after ruthless WTA Finals victory
Iga Swiatek took less than an hour to regain her world number one spot after sweeping aside Jessica Pegula 6-1 6-0 in the final of the WTA Finals in Cancun. The 22-year-old Pole proved far too strong for the fifth-seeded Pegula in a final held
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Nicolas Jackson treble proves decisive as Chelsea win thriller at nine-man Spurs
A hat-trick from Nicolas Jackson helped Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino enjoy a successful return to Tottenham, but only after a pulsating contest with two red cards and five disallowed goals. Chelsea’s 4-1 victory ended Spurs’ unbeaten start
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K-Pop band in Rangers strip mix-up meet fans at Ibrox
Korean pop stars who mistakenly wore Glasgow Rangers strips after confusing the club with a US baseball team have made a visit to Ibrox. STAYC, pronounced Stacey, wore the famous light blue strip during a performance in Dallas, in the US last
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Why Celtic great isn't looking back in anger despite double dose of Atletico agony
GETTING kicked up and down the pitch by Atletico Madrid’s cynical players in the first leg of the European Cup semi-final at Parkhead in 1974 was hard for Celtic enforcer Davie Hay to bear. As was conceding two late goals to the Spaniards in the
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SNP Government set to delay climate change plan as UK ministers 'derailing progress'
SNP ministers are poised to delay their crucial updated climate change plan – adding to fears that Scotland is off track in hitting its ambitious legal emissions reduction targets. The Scottish Government is due to publish its updated blueprint
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Does the SNP really think the English will stand for its latest nonsense?
THE latest tax revenue-devouring glossy booklet from the SNP on a separated Scotland has been published ("No immigration checks at Scottish border post-independence, says Hepburn", The Herald, November 4). I have not read it, life is too short, but
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Holyrood committee warns culture funding crisis 'has not abated' despite SNP pledge
A Holyrood committee has warned that the intense financial pressure on Scotland’s culture sector “has not abated” over the last year – piling more pressure on SNP ministers to restore funding. In September, the Scottish Government confirmed the
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Brian Wilson: The sooner Sturgeon & co are before an inquiry the better
Excuse me for referring to what I wrote last week. Get ready, I suggested, for another round of “the meaningless numbers game” in which some irrelevant statistic becomes the Scottish Government’s shield against Covid scrutiny. And verily it came
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Yousaf: Pro-Palestinian marches on Armistice Day should ‘absolutely’ go ahead
Scotland’s First Minister has said plans for pro-Palestinian marches in London on Armistice Day should go ahead, saying he was “beyond angry” at the UK Government’s response. The plans have caused concerns and been condemned by the UK Government
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Trump lawsuit
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Trump lawsuit You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Nick Rodger: Out of the rough as Manassero returns to the big time
For many of us who play golf, or at least attempt to play golf, futility tends to be the name of the game. Enjoyable futility, but futility nevertheless. Some days, for instance, I can start a round with an eight, a five, a seven and a six. And
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'They can't be trusted - their approach was basically through the back door'
Attempts by the Scottish Government to introduce fishing controls "through the back door" have eroded the trust of island communities, according to the Hebridean fisherman who was the voice of a chart-topping protest song. The SNP was forced into
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What do the different coloured poppies mean for Remembrance Day 2023?
The Poppy has been used as a symbol of respect for the servicemen and women that lost their lives during the war for over a century. The red poppy is instantly recognisable as the emblem for Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday commemorations.
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The history of the two-minute silence on Remembrance Day 2023
The nation will pay its respects and remember the sacrifices of servicemen and women in a two-minute silence this Remembrance Day. Observed every year since 1919, Remembrance or Armistice Day is marked on the anniversary of the end of World War
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Shares surge in Highland builder after affordable homes win
SHARES in Springfield Properties closed up nearly 6% last night after it underlined its prospects in the affordable housing market. The Elgin-based housebuilder revealed it had clinched a new affordable housing contract with The Highland Council
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Demand for lambs rises sharply at St Boswells
Farming By Alec Ross Bullocks at St Boswells yesterday averaged 288p/kg and sold to 316p/kg, while heifers averaged 282p/kg and sold to 338p/kg. Cast cows continued to meet with demand, averaging 167p/kg and selling to 247p/kg or a top
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Green light for 1500 new homes at huge development site
Plans to create 1,500 new homes and a new large-scale green commercial development have been approved. The Perth West development has been granted planning permission by Perth & Kinross Council in a move it is claimed paves the way to over 1,000
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Glasgow tech firm extends acquisition spree with move into Dundee
Tech sector consolidator Kick ICT has acquired C2 Software of Dundee, a specialist offering Microsoft Dynamics-related products and services to customers throughout the UK. The deal in the ninth in eight years for Kick, which was set up in Glasgow
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Mark Williamson: 'Despicable' licence awards highlight Big Oil interest in North Sea
Oil firms have delivered a vote of confidence in the North Sea which will cause discomfort for the Scottish Government and lobbyists alike. The results of the latest North Sea licensing round provided confirmation that firms still see plenty of
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Scottish law firm in key hire from rival
Gillian Donald has been appointed as a partner at Blackadders in Aberdeen, joining the law firm’s employment team from rival Brodies LLP. Most of Ms Donald’s career was spent with Stronachs, where she was a partner and head of the employment team
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Airline launches four new routes from Scottish airport as profits soar
An airline has seen its shares rise sharply after a profits surge and a rise in revenue. Budget carrier Ryanair posted 59% surge in profits to €2.18 billion (£1.89bn), revenue up by 30% and launched four new routes from a Scottish airport in the
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£12.5bn Scottish fund underperforms
Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust underperformed the market by a considerable margin in its first half but declared its longer-term performance “remains good”. The £12.5 billion trust, managed by Edinburgh investment partnership Baillie Gifford
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Scottish accountancy firm hires new chief based in London
Fast-expanding Scottish accountancy firm AAB Group has appointed Emma Lancaster, who was most recently with international education provider Study Group, as its new chief executive. Ms Lancaster will succeed Graeme Allan, who has been at AAB for
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Drinks expert strengthens commitment to flagship Edinburgh venue
WINE merchant Inverarity Morton has unveiled a major rebrand of its bottle shop at the Bonnie & Wild foodhall in Edinburgh. The investment follows “a successful two years of trade and collaboration” between the two parties and is said to underline
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What is today's Wordle word? November 7, 2023 hints and answer
Are you wondering where to start with today's Wordle word? Here are some hints and the answer for November 7. 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
