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Sun, 27 Nov 2022 08:58:36 GMT
Doddie Weir: Tributes paid to rugby hero hailed 'a force of nature'
Tributes paid to ex-Scotland rugby international who has died after six years with motor neurone disease.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 17:54:45 GMT
Doddie Weir: Obituary for iconic Scotland and British and Irish Lions lock
Tom English celebrates the life of Doddie Weir, a man who brought the best out of people and made it his mission to make them smile.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:13:35 GMT
Scotland's papers: Tributes to rugby legend Doddie Weir
Memories of rugby legend Doddie Weir, who died aged 52 on Saturday, lead Scotland's papers.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 02:15:21 GMT
David Stirling: The rogue soldier who created the SAS
David Stirling, the Scot known as the founder of the SAS, was not what you would expect of a military hero.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 16:15:27 GMT
Indyref march through Glasgow after Sturgeon's 'not going away' vow
Independence supporters marched through Glasgow after the first minister said the movement had been "galvanised".

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 16:46:07 GMT
Man killed in three-vehicle crash near Nairn named by police
Callum Ewen, 23, died on the B9101 near Nairn in the Highlands on Friday.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 14:42:03 GMT
Woman, 84, seriously injured after being hit by van in Orkney
The pensioner was struck as she walked along Junction Road in Kirkwall on Friday afternoon.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 09:10:24 GMT
Brother's home town tribute for Dumfries DJ Jamie Roy
The respected producer - who was from Dumfries - died at the age of 33 earlier this year.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 18:26:31 GMT
Scottish teachers announce 16 new strike dates
The consecutive strike days will be split across all of the country's 32 council areas.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 16:59:40 GMT
Scientists say eight glasses of water a day may be too much
Aberdeen scientists have found the recommended intake of two litres of water a day may be excessive.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:05:36 GMT
NHS pay offer credible but falls short, union says
The Royal College of Nursing had asked for at least 5% above inflation, which is currently 11.1%.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:32:01 GMT
Scottish judges urged to impose tougher sentences on rapists
Scotland's top law officer urges judges to devise new guidelines following "unduly lenient" sentences.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:13:03 GMT
Charity money stolen from Dunfermline woman with incurable cancer
Claire Winter says up to £4,000 was stolen from her charity fundraiser held at the weekend in Fife.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 17:47:25 GMT
Sausage-skin maker Devro agrees to £540m takeover
North Lanarkshire-based Devro says the deal with German-owned Saria is "attractive".

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 13:16:54 GMT
Scottish independence: What is a de facto referendum?
Nicola Sturgeon wants to use the next general election as a vote on Scottish independence.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:18:07 GMT
Scotland's future remains in the balance
The ruling on the right to hold a referendum leaves questions hanging and a nation divided, says BBC's James Cook.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:45:28 GMT
What does the Supreme Court decision mean for indyref2?
Judges have said the Scottish Parliament does not have the power to hold an independence referendum.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:42:59 GMT
The Supreme Court judgement is clear but not what Nicola Sturgeon wanted
The judges made clear Holyrood cannot legislate for an independence referendum without Westminster's agreement.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:49:09 GMT
Scottish independence: Will there be a second referendum?
The Scottish government has lost its case in the Supreme Court - so what happens now?

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:19:12 GMT
What's the plan for an independent Scotland?
Nicola Sturgeon has set out her proposals for currency, borders and debt in an independent Scotland.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 16:09:41 GMT
John Curtice: Independence debate becoming more polarised
The annual British Social Attitudes report shows attitudes towards Scotland's constitutional status have polarised.

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:46:00 GMT
'They're asking for a yes or no answer to a really complex question'
Five voters share their views on Scottish independence ahead of Nicola Sturgeon's major statement.

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 18:51:19 GMT
Scottish independence: a choice of uncertainties
In advancing her case for independence, Nicola Sturgeon was candid about the difficulties involved, says Douglas Fraser.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:35:29 GMT
Planned Caesarean births have doubled in 20 years in Scotland
There were more than 8,000 elective Caesareans in Scotland last year - the highest total on record.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:11:49 GMT
Storm Arwen: People tell of impact on lives one year on
A year on from the devastating storm, people about the impact it has had on their lives.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:40:50 GMT
Billy Connolly 'love letter' play as he turns 80
Plans to stage a play about the life of Billy Connolly are unveiled as he celebrates his 80th birthday.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:18:19 GMT
Bible John police 'covered up' man in taxi
A BBC podcast claims evidence pointed to John Irvine McInnes, the cousin of a senior police officer.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:47:20 GMT
Gold coin proves 'fake' Roman emperor was real
The coin bearing the name of Sponsian was considered apocryphal and had been locked away in a museum cupboard.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:12:51 GMT
Baby given one day to live reaches first birthday
A mother says it is the greatest feeling in the world that her son has reached his first birthday.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:04:26 GMT
The 10-year-old surfer with no hands or feet
Jade Edward will represent Scotland at the World Para Surfing Championship in California next month.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:26:26 GMT
Dundee woman sues Nando's after skin 'melted' by detergent
The restaurant worker says she was not given protective clothing when emptying a container of cleaning fluid.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:04:30 GMT
Rugby star Scott Hastings speaks of guilt over friend's cancer death
Former Scotland player Scott Hastings pays tribute to a school friend who died from cancer.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 12:34:15 GMT
Which schools are closed during the Scottish teachers' strike?
The biggest Scottish teachers' strike in decades brought learning to a standstill on Thursday.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 17:48:07 GMT
Doddie Weir: The rugby titan who captured the heart of Scots
A look back at the life and career of Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:13:00 GMT
Milngavie bowling club destroyed by fire
An early morning fire has ripped through a bowling club in in East Dunbartonshire.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 22:41:32 GMT
St Abb's seal pup numbers recover after 'horrific' Storm Arwen
A nature reserve ranger says seal pup numbers are recovering after being devastated in last year's Storm Arwen.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:51:04 GMT
Supreme Court rejects Scottish government indyref2 case
The Supreme Court ruled an independence referendum cannot be held without the UK government's consent.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:52:06 GMT
Next election will be de facto vote on Scottish independence says Nicola Sturgeon
Nicola Sturgeon has said the SNP will use the next general election as an attempt to show a majority of people in Scotland support independence.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:17:16 GMT
Covid in Scotland: The latest cases
A weekly update on Covid-19 cases, hospital admissions and deaths in Scotland.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:03:15 GMT
What is the windfall tax on oil and gas companies?
The government has extended the windfall tax on oil and gas companies.

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:56:26 GMT
Autumn Statement: How are tax and benefits different in Scotland?
Which of the spending cuts and tax rises announced by the Chancellor will affect people in Scotland?

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:11:41 GMT
How might Scotland's electoral map be changing?
Widespread changes to UK constituencies in Scotland are being drawn up, including the loss of two MPs.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:35:32 GMT
COP27: Is Scotland still leading the way on climate change?
A year on from COP26 in Glasgow what progress is Scotland making on its climate change targets?

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:57:47 GMT
What are the plans for gender reforms in Scotland?
What changes are planned for the gender recognition process, and why are they so controversial?

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:27:41 GMT
What will be the impact of Scottish budget cuts?
Why is the Scottish government having to cut its budget, and what will it mean for our public services?

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 17:22:18 GMT
Doddie Weir: Former Scotland lock dies at 52 after battle with motor neurone disease
Former Scotland international Doddie Weir dies at the age of 52 after a battle with motor neurone disease.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:32:08 GMT
Cars could be banned from historic Inverness street
Highland Council said the plan for Academy Street would create a better environment for walking and cycling.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:36:12 GMT
Three jailed for murder bid in man's Moray home
The trio are all given lengthy prison sentences for the attack in Forres, Moray.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 20:30:23 GMT
Sex offender Paul Hunter Redpath jailed for breaking release conditions
Paul Hunter Redpath is subject to restrictions after being jailed for sexually abusing two girls.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:32:50 GMT
Motorcyclist who died in crash on Angus road named
The 48-year-old Brechin man was involved in a crash with a car on the B961 at Monikie on Tuesday.

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:40:43 GMT
Fire tears through bowling club in Milngavie
Plumes of smoke could be seen across Milngavie as flames destroyed the roof of the building.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 14:10:43 GMT
Rangers: Michael Beale in talks over becoming new Ibrox manager
Rangers hold talks with Michael Beale about the Queens Park Rangers manager succeeding Giovanni van Bronckhorst.

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:09:07 GMT
Scottish Gossip: Rangers, Michael Beale, Scotland, Oli McBurnie, Celtic, Aberdeen, Hibs
Michael Beale's Rangers move edges closer, as Wolves track prolific Aberdeen youngster.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 15:17:01 GMT
Scotland beat Switzerland to retain European curling title
Bruce Mouat engineers two fantastic closing shots as Scotland's men defend their European title with a tense final victory over Switzerland.

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 21:42:43 GMT
Scottish Cup: Darvel, Drumchapel United and University of Stirling shock SPFL sides
Darvel, Drumchapel United and University of Stirling claim Scottish Professional Football League scalps in the Scottish Cup third round.



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