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I’d consider being deputy first minister if asked, says McAllan

With Kate Forbes leaving Holyrood in May, her role will require a new filling if the SNP returns to power.

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Alan Cumming praises Scotland for being ‘sane’ country that values the arts

The 61-year-old actor, writer and presenter is known for hosting the US version of the hit reality game show since it first launched in 2023.

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Judge rises to consider ‘complex’ arguments in trans prisoner legal challenge

Lady Ross said she would not be able to deliver any decision ‘very rapidly’.

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Three years is too long to have unanswered questions, says firefighter’s widow

Shelley Martin has hit out at delays in the investigation into the death of her husband, Barry Martin.

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Widow of firefighter who died in Jenners blaze hits out at ‘unacceptable’ delays

Shelley Martin said the death of her husband Barry had ‘devastated’ her family, including her twin sons.

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Scotland ‘leading technological revolution’ with AI Growth Zone – Liz Kendall

The UK Government has chosen Lanarkshire as the site of the new specialist zone, which aims to boost the development of data centres and similar.

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Holyrood election must be ‘referendum on SNP’s record’, says Liz Kendall

The UK Science and Technology Secretary was speaking as she visited the site of Scotland’s first AI Growth Zone in Lanarkshire on Thursday.

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Mother of grade error student says inquiry into his death must take place

Ethan Scott Brown took his own life after wrongly being told he could not graduate with an Honours degree.

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In Pictures: Burning galley provides fitting climax to Up Helly Aa revelry

The celebration of all things Viking culminated in a harbour blaze at the Shetland festival.

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Crowds gather in Shetland for Up Helly Aa fire festival

The festival dates to the 19th century.

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Fatal accident inquiry into train crash which killed three due to begin

Three men died when the train derailed near Stonehaven on August 12, 2020.

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The real winners of Hearts and Celtic’s chaotic draw as Scottish title tussle takes a twist

Hearts 2-2 Celtic: The hosts twice came from behind to snatch a dramatic draw — but saw their league lead cut by Rangers

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Suggestion I applied pressure to prematurely open hospital ‘untrue’ – Sturgeon

Milly Main’s mother Kimberly Darroch had urged the former first minister to ‘be honest’.

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Nicola Sturgeon urged to ‘be honest’ about opening of infections row hospital

The call came from Kimberly Darroch, whose daughter Milly Main died after contracting an infection at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

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Health board chief urged to reveal who put pressure on it to open hospital

The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital has been linked to infections in patients.

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Long-lost portrait of Scotland’s national bard on public display for first time

The painting, which fetched tens of thousands of pounds at auction last year, was lost for more than 200 years.

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No Government pressure applied to open flagship hospital on time, says Swinney

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has said it had come under pressure to open the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, but it was ‘not ready’.

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Hard-working Scots left squealing from SNP’s high taxes, says Sir Tom Hunter

The leading businessman also suggested independence could work if Scotland had a more competent government.

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Release all documents on opening of QEUH, First Minister urged

The health board said this week ‘pressure’ had been applied to open the flagship Glasgow facility.

The Independent UK

Scotland boss Gregor Townsend recalls Jonny Gray and Dave Cherry for Six Nations

The France-based duo were among the most notable names in the 40-man group, having not featured for the national team since the 2025 championship.

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King Charles drinks whisky with Swinney as he picks out the correct flavours

The King and Mr Swinney sampled whisky as they hosted a business summit

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King shares dram with Swinney at reception celebrating Scottish business owners

The King hosted a gathering at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Alan Cumming praises ‘extraordinary’ arts festival

The artistic director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre said it was his ‘mission’ to bring people together.

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Government issued contempt of court warning over Sturgeon investigation ruling

The Scottish Information Commissioner said the Scottish Government’s actions were disrespectful to the public and reflected poorly on ministers.

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Labour ‘out of step’ on oil and gas, says Badenoch as poll shows support

The Tory leader was speaking to journalists during a visit to Aberdeen.

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