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Talking points as Scotland begin their Six Nations challenge against Italy

The Scots are looking to win their opening fixture for the fifth successive campaign.

The Independent UK

Sturgeon: Yousaf’s decision to dump Greens from government was ‘catastrophic’

Both former first ministers have discussed the move, which resulted in a new SNP leader.

The Independent UK

Polarisation in politics did not improve after my resignation, says Sturgeon

She stood down in February 2023, believing she had become a ‘polarising’ figure in UK politics.

The Independent UK

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Power restored to all properties in Scotland after Storm Eowyn

One rail route north of the border remains closed following damage caused by the severe conditions last Friday.

Evening Standard

Onshore GDP contracted 0.5% in a month, figures show

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes said she was ‘disappointed’ by the statistics but she added the economy had still grown over the last year.

Evening Standard

Norse code: Keeping the flame at the Up Helly Aa festival

The festival takes place in Lerwick, Shetland, on the last Tuesday in January every year.

Evening Standard

Police call for ‘clarity’ over assisted deaths for 16-years-olds in Scotland

Assistant Chief Constable Steven Johnson raised concerns while giving evidence to MSPs on Holyrood’s Health Committee.

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Disruption continues after Storm Eowyn batters Scotland

Some schools will remain closed on Monday.

Evening Standard

Flooding possible over weekend with heavy rain and strong winds forecast

Up to 80mm of rainfall could be seen in parts of England and Wales with several weather warnings issued by the Met Office.

Evening Standard

Scottish city to introduce country’s first tourist tax

Those staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night

The Independent UK

Edinburgh council agrees Scotland’s first visitor levy charge at online meeting

Visitors staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night, capped at seven nights.

Evening Standard

Storm Eowyn leaves 100,000 households without power as 100mph gust recorded

On Friday afternoon, First Minister John Swinney warned: ‘This storm is not over yet.’

The Independent UK

In pictures: Storm Eowyn’s 100mph winds cause disruption and destruction

The Met Office has issued red and amber warnings across much of the country and people have been warned to stay indoors.

Evening Standard

City council could agree Scotland’s first visitor levy charge at online meeting

Members of Edinburgh’s city council are to meet online to discuss plans to introduce a charge on visitors staying overnight in the area.

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St Andrews to stage Open Championship in 2027

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Activist who damaged Stone of Destiny cabinet given community payback order

Joe Madden, 22, admitted his role in a protest in Edinburgh Castle in November 2023.

Evening Standard

No suggestion anyone else involved in death of father and daughter, say police

The bodies of Mark Gordon, 36, and his six-year-old daughter Hope were found in West Calder on Monday afternoon.

Evening Standard

New top judge must not ‘stand in way’ of justice for Emma, says Caldwell family

Emma Caldwell was murdered in 2005 by serial rapist Iain Packer, who was not convicted until almost two decades later.

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Camilla meets students, composer and professional footballer in Aberdeen visit

The Queen became chancellor of the University of Aberdeen in 2013.

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King meets refugees on visit to food bank

Charles toured The Gate, a community resource in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, on Thursday.

Evening Standard

King to visit food bank and community centre which supports struggling families

Charles will meet volunteers and staff at The Gate in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Sir Rod Stewart joins King Charles to launch 35th anniversary celebrations for charity

Sir Rod joked with King as he placed secateurs in time capsule

Evening Standard

Rod Stewart joins King to launch 35th anniversary celebrations for charity

Events took place at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire, the headquarters of The King’s Foundation.

Evening Standard

‘Positive feedback’ from first users of safer drugs consumption room – minister

Neil Gray said the success of the Thistle Centre would be measured if there are fewer drug deaths and ‘harm reduction’.

Evening Standard

It is morally wrong not to open safer drug consumption room, says councillor

Allan Casey said ‘all eyes are on Glasgow’ as the UK’s first safer drug consumption room opens its doors.

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