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Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:55:21 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Hospitality, gyms and shops to open from Monday
The first minister confirms that the most significant stage in lockdown easing will go ahead as planned.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 21:39:27 GMT
Scottish election 2021: How will pupils catch up on lost education?
How well are schools bouncing back from Covid and how are pupils catching up with lost education?

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:51:48 GMT
Scotland's papers: Lockdown easing but still 'confusion over rules'
Differing views on the impact of next Monday's lockdown easing feature on many of Scotland's front pages.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 21:11:52 GMT
Light aircraft makes emergency landing on Jura beach
Coastguard were airlifted to the inaccessible scene of the crash but no one was hurt.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 21:37:08 GMT
The Galloway hydro energy scheme that moved a castle
More than 1,500 people worked on the Galloway project at the peak of its construction in the 1930s.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 21:41:52 GMT
Gravitricity battery generates first power at Edinburgh site
The Gravitricity system acts like a giant battery to balance the electricity coming from renewables.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 05:27:47 GMT
New Falkirk Wheel and Kelpies £50 note design revealed
The Kelpies also feature on the new Bank of Scotland note, which goes into circulation in July.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:03:00 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Cross-border travel allowed from Monday
The Scottish government has announced the lifting of restrictions on travel with the rest of the UK.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:49:07 GMT
Ex-police inspector caught in £2m drugs swoop
David Brown was caught in a truck packed with cocaine and cannabis while trying to board a ferry at Cairnryan.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:18:35 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Reform UK proposes simpler tax code
The group formerly known as the Brexit Party puts tax reform at the heart of its Holyrood campaign.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:47:44 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Lib Dems pledge adult social care reform
The party says their reforms would give care workers "proper recognition, fair pay and better careers".

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:22:46 GMT
Men admit injuring woman with falling sofa in Aberdeen
The victim was on her phone outside the Aberdeen building when the three-seater sofa dropped on to her.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 13:40:14 GMT
Summer Nights festival postponed until 2022
The series of gigs at the bandstand in Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow have all been rescheduled for next year.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 05:13:02 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Can independence supporters force another referendum?
In the first of two Scottish election pieces we explore the differences in the pro-independence movement. 

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 16:43:27 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Conservative policies explained
The party has launched its election manifesto. What are its most eye-catching promises?

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:50:44 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Who should I vote for? Compare party policies
Compare where the parties stand on key issues - from Covid-19 and the NHS to education and the environment.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:13:40 GMT
Scottish election 2021: The voters the parties are vying to win over
We speak to five voters who have yet to make up their minds in the Scottish election.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 08:31:40 GMT
Scottish election 2021: A really simple guide
Everything you need to know ahead of the Scottish Parliament election on 6 May.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:21:38 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Conservatives manifesto at-a-glance
A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:12:44 GMT
Scottish election 2021: A simple guide to the Scottish Conservatives
Everything you need to know about the Scottish Conservatives ahead of the Holyrood election.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 08:47:33 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Ten seats to watch
Where are the constituencies that could tell us the story of the 2021 Scottish Parliament election?

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 17:41:40 GMT
What candidates are standing in my area?
Find out who is standing in your area in the Scottish Parliament election on 6 May.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 05:12:04 GMT
Scottish Election 2021: How does Scotland’s voting system work?
The BBC’s Connor Gillies talks through how your vote counts in the Holyrood election on 6 May.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 16:00:17 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Liberal Democrat policies explained
The Scottish Lib Dems' election manifesto has been launched. What are its most eye-catching promises?

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:47:58 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Lib Dem manifesto at-a-glance
A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:10:32 GMT
Scottish election 2021: A simple guide to the Scottish Liberal Democrats
Everything you need to know about the Scottish Liberal Democrats ahead of their election manifesto launch.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:21:09 GMT
Scottish election 2021: SNP policies explained
BBC Scotland correspondents analyse the pledges in the election manifesto of the SNP.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:24:58 GMT
Scottish election 2021: SNP manifesto at-a-glance
A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:14:19 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Green Party policies explained
BBC Scotland correspondents analyse the pledges in the election manifesto of the Scottish Green Party.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:09:13 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Where do the parties stand in the polls?
Prof Sir John Curtice looks at what the polls tell us about the Holyrood election race so far.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:11:33 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Greens manifesto at-a-glance
A rundown of the party's main policies ahead of next month's Scottish Parliament elections.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 05:09:48 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Will the suspension of campaigning affect the Holyrood vote?
Holyrood election campaigning is to resume but will the suspension have any impact on the election?

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 05:18:28 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Will there be a record number of female MSPs?
A new crop of MSPs will be elected on 6 May - but how well will they reflect the population voting for them?

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 05:18:03 GMT
Isle of Cumbrae recreated in video game Minecraft
The popular tourist destination features in a new game aimed at teaching young people about its heritage.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 05:16:28 GMT
Crash cyclist Josh Quigley to make Guinness World Record bid
Josh Quigley is aiming to break Jack Thompson's record of cycling 2,177 miles in a week.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:11:17 GMT
The full picture of Covid-linked deaths in Scotland's care homes
The number of Covid-linked deaths in each affected Scottish care home is revealed for the first time.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 11:27:22 GMT
In pictures: Scotland's locked-down avalanche season
Avalanche forecasters were among the few people able to venture into snow-covered mountains.

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 07:00:20 GMT
Scottish election 2021: The campaign - so far - in pictures
Dinosaur dentistry, a deckchair, a haircut and trapeze feature on the Holyrood election campaign trail.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 11:48:57 GMT
In pictures: Prince Philip's long association with Scotland
Images of the Duke of Edinburgh during a close association with Scotland which spanned almost 90 years.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:16:35 GMT
Covid in Scotland: How do those waiting for a vaccine feel about Covid?
Now that the top priority groups have been vaccinated, BBC Scotland speaks to those still waiting.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:56:58 GMT
Scottish election 2021: How has Covid affected Scotland's remote economies?
The BBC's James Cook visits the Isle of Seil to discover how people there have coped over the past year.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 11:18:44 GMT
Salmond and Sturgeon: What is the controversy all about?
The bitter dispute between two central characters in the Scottish independence movement is nearing its climax.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:40:16 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Tories pledge to rebuild Scotland
The Scottish Conservatives have set out plans to 'rebuild Scotland after the worst year'.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 17:58:00 GMT
Duke of Edinburgh funeral: Tributes held in Scotland
Pupils at the duke’s former school and the first minister are among those who paid tribute.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 17:18:48 GMT
Prince Philip funeral: Duke of Edinburgh laid to rest
The service was held at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:04:14 GMT
Scottish election 2021: Scottish Lib Dems set out recovery agenda
The Scottish Liberal Democrats pledge to prioritise the recovery from the Covid pandemic in the next session of the Scottish Parliament.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:11:39 GMT
Scottish election: How independence could be key to how people vote
The BBC’s Connor Gillies takes a look at how the upcoming elections in Scotland could affect the likelihood of an indyref2.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:49:48 GMT
Covid in Scotland: What rules are changing, and when?
As further lockdown restrictions are set to be relaxed in Scotland, what rules are changing and when?

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 13:40:31 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Where are the latest cases?
A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:55:34 GMT
Covid: How ready is Scotland to unlock?
With the country opening up a little more on Friday, here are five things about the state of the pandemic.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:34:13 GMT
Covid in numbers: The story of Scotland's pandemic
In the year since the first Covid lockdown, what have been the key moments in Scotland's pandemic?

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:26:48 GMT
Covid in Scotland: How are the numbers looking?
The lifting of more restrictions depends on continued progress in tackling the outbreak.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:14:19 GMT
Women under 50 have 'worse' Long Covid outcomes
Two separate studies suggest women under 50 have worse long-term outcomes after being in hospital with Covid.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 18:26:12 GMT
How do Scotland and England's routes out of lockdown compare?
The Scottish and UK governments have published their timetables for easing of lockdown restrictions.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:24:06 GMT
Your questions answered on Scotland's route out of lockdown
With the countdown to lockdown easing under way we have the answers to some of our readers' questions.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:11:16 GMT
What will Scotland's new Covid levels look like?
From 26 April, it is expected all parts of Scotland currently in level 4 will move down to a "modified" level 3.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:59:57 GMT
Uefa competitions needs Celtic and Rangers - President Ceferin
Celtic and Rangers are "needed" in Uefa competitions, says the organisation's president amid a threat of a European Super League.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:03:46 GMT
Manchester City v Chelsea: Scotland stars Cuthbert & Weir put allegiances aside for top-of-table clash
Scotland stars Erin Cuthbert and Caroline Weir put their international allegiances aside this Wednesday in a crucial Women's Super League top-of-the-table clash.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:10:25 GMT
Champions League, Europa League & Conference League: What awaits SPFL clubs next season?
Five Scottish clubs will be playing in European competition next season but how will it all work?

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:13:18 GMT
Scottish Premiership team news, stats & selectors
Catch up with all the team news and stats for Wednesday's Scottish Premiership fixtures and choose your team's preferred XI.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:43:46 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Hibernian, Aberdeen, St Mirren
Celtic's interim manager admits for first time he may leave club this summer.



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