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Borthwick backs under-pressure Townsend before Calcutta Cup clash

Steve Borthwick said Scotland should support their head coach despite criticism after the shock Six Nations defeat by Italy last weekend

The Guardian - UK

England name settled side for Scotland clash in Six Nations

Maro Itoje and Luke Cowan-Dickie are brought into the starting side that beat Wales in round one

The Independent UK

Maro Itoje back as England captain for Six Nations game at Murrayfield

Saracens hooker Jamie George – captain in Itoje’s absence – is given a replacement’s role against Scotland.

The Independent UK

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The reason why the UK has faced endless downpours so far in 2026

An unsettled weather pattern is preventing rain from clearing, experts explained

The Independent UK

Test rugby coaches have a shelf life and Townsend must know he’s near the end

As pressure builds before a must-win Calcutta Cup, the Scotland coach may well have reached the point of diminishing returns after nine years in the job

The Guardian - UK

Sir Keir Starmer still ‘determined’ Anas Sarwar should be Scotland’s next FM

Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander said while Mr Sarwar had called for the PM to quit, Sir Keir still wants to see him win May’s Holyrood election.

Evening Standard

Tuesday briefing: Is Keir Starmer in office, but out of staff?

In today’s newsletter: As the exit of Morgan McSweeney brings a new threat to Starmer’s premiership, we look at why a chief of staff is important to a prime minister, who he might appoint next, and whether he can turn things around

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Anas Sarwar: why did the leader of Scottish Labour call for Keir Starmer’s resignation – and has the move backfired?

Scottish politics has a dual nature. It is significantly distinct from politics in the rest of the United Kingdom, with its own dynamics, parties and leaders. But it can still be affected by events down south. And for the Scottish sections of the UK parties – the Conservatives, Liberal Democrats,…

The Conversation

Scotland ease past Italy for first T20 World Cup win as South Africa batter Canada

Scotland racked up 207 for four after Italy were dealt a huge injury blow early into the contest

The Independent UK

Michelin holds steady: 20 new one-star UK restaurants announced

The Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland awards in Dublin delivered a year of consolidation rather than shock, with 20 new one-star restaurants, a pair of new two-star promotions and all three-star restaurants retaining their status, as regional breakthroughs finally came for cities such as Sheffield and Brighton

The Independent UK

Anas Sarwar tells of pain as he calls for ‘friend’ Keir Starmer to quit as PM

The Scottish Labour leader has become the most senior Labour figure to publicly call on Sir Keir to step aside.

Evening Standard

Sarwar has shown his ruthless streak. But will his swipe at Starmer mean anything to voters?

Scottish Labour leader is gambling that by declaring his loyalty to Scotland, the electorate will rally behind him

The Guardian - UK

“The beginning of an exciting new chapter for the storied brand”: One of Scotland’s most popular guitar retailers set to return under new ownership

Kenny's Music closed its doors in later 2025 despite strong sales stats, against a bleak backdrop for brick-and-mortar guitar stores

Guitar World

Late health secretary was ‘wise counsellor’ during pandemic – Swinney

Jeane Freeman was health secretary from 2018 to 2021.

Evening Standard

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Six Nations on road to perdition unless chastening Celtic wake-up call is heeded

Championship risks becoming a two-tier affair as Ireland, Wales and Scotland all lose on the opening weekend for first time in 26 years

The Independent UK

Six Nations team of the week: Which players impressed in round one?

Who makes our selection after an intriguing opening round?

Evening Standard

One of Scotland’s last D-Day veterans dies aged 100

Albert Lamond was aboard a Royal Navy warship during the operation to liberate Europe.

Evening Standard

Your Party to stand in 2026 Holyrood election

The announcement was made the Your Party Scotland conference in Dundee, where 69.8% of members voted in favour of the move.

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Evening Standard

Independence referendum is Scotland’s choice, says Jeremy Corbyn

On Sunday Your Party Scotland confirmed it will field candidates in the 2026 Holyrood election.

The Independent UK

Henry Arundell compared to England legend after Six Nations hat-trick against Wales

Arundell bagged three tries in the first half of the 48-7 thrashing and was lauded for his improvement by his coach and captain

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Son-of-a-Wallaby-gun shines for Italy in Six Nations

Louis Lynagh has continued his burgeoning international career for Italy with a starring role for the Azzurri over Scotland.

The Independent UK

Romario Shepherd’s hat-trick sinks Scotland in T20 World Cup opener

Elsewhere Pakistan survived a score against the Netherlands and India defeated the USA

Evening Standard

Italy 18-15 Scotland: Azzurri edge narrow win in rain-soaked Six Nations clash

Gregor Townsend under growing scrutiny after grim defeat

The Independent UK

Italy overcome Scotland and wretched conditions as pressure builds on Gregor Townsend

Italy 18-15 Scotland: The hosts survived heavy rain in Rome to leave the visiting head coach under huge scrutiny

The Guardian - UK

Sloppy Scotland stunned as Italy make winning start to Six Nations amid deluge

Scotland’s Six Nations campaign got off to a torrid start as they were beaten 18-15 by Italy in Rome

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