Ruth Davidson has announced she will make a sensational return to frontline Scottish politics to lead the pro-Union camp in the event of a second independence referendum.
The former Scottish Conservative leader, who stepped down in 2019, has remained a prominent figure in her party despite taking up a seat in the House of Lords.
Nicola Sturgeon announced earlier this year she wants to hold another referendum in October next year - but the UK Government has refused a Section 30 order which would give the Scottish Parliament powers to hold a vote.