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1. We’ve been a trusted part of the Scottish media landscape for 240 years
We celebrated our 240th anniversary this year and that’s not an accident. We have been here for all major events in Scotland in that period, giving time and perspective to the issues that have mattered most to the country. There are no plans to stop, we will always progress and adapt to the new media and political landscape, giving you the information and insight needed for today’s world.
2. Our politics team is based in the heart of Holyrood
Our politics office is based in the Scottish Parliament, where our political correspondents are at the centre of the everyday happenings of Scottish politics. Not only does our politics team extensively cover the minutiae of Holyrood, but they also lead the conversation through regular exclusives and top-rate analysis.
3. We platform a broad range of opinions and perspectives
The Herald does not support any particular political party or philosophy, but in our opinion section the gloves are off. We platform writers and thinkers from across the spectrum, where all aspects of political, social and cultural life in Scotland is given the thought and consideration it deserves.
4. We’re changing the conversation on Scottish education
Too often education coverage in Scotland can be more about political party point-scoring or looking down on our education system. We want to change this. We want to show our support for teachers, pupils and staff, giving you the good, the bad, and the in between. Education writer James McEnaney leads our coverage with fearlessness to get to the unfiltered truth on the positives and negatives of our education system and how it can be improved.
5. We are the leading news source on the ferries scandal
We are a proud home to the journalist who broke the story of the ferries scandal. As islanders struggle for fair and accessible transportation, we have been there every step revealing what’s really going on behind the scenes. As the leading source on the issue, most of our ferries content is exclusive and we break the stories where other titles follow.
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7. Our Business HQ team is a long respected and reputable cornerstone of Scottish business
Our business team is unparalleled in Scottish media. We are a guiding voice in Scottish business, setting the agenda with a whole host of exclusive news, conversation-leading analysis and fascinating insights from major figures in the business world.
8. Our specialists are experts in their fields
Specialist reporting is tragically a dying craft in modern media, and even more so in Scottish media. That is why we are proud to represent writers and reporters with expertise in their fields, ranging from healthcare to the environment to public policy.
9. No matter what team or sport you’re rooting for, we have you covered
Our sports desk is dedicated to covering a wide range of sports. Whether you follow the Old Firm, Hearts/Hibs or you’re more intrigued by rugby or athletics, The Herald will have all the updates and information you need.
10. A whole year of The Herald is only £20 – our cheapest ever annual offer
We hope we’ve given enough reasons for why a subscription to The Herald is worth it, but just in case, we have an excellent offer this Black Friday, where a whole year of full access is only £20. Don’t hesitate to take advantage of this offer, as it’s only here for a limited time.
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