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Stephen Flynn speaks out on UK Government carbon capture snub

The SNP’s Westminster leader says Scotland is being treated as an “afterthought” due to ministers’ failure to back a carbon capture and…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

Visa rules leaving Ukrainian refugees in Glasgow ‘unemployable’

Many Ukrainians who moved to Scotland after Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022 are applying to extend their visa via the…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

University denies purchasing iconic building as staff face cuts

A union has called for urgent clarity from Edinburgh University after it published an “incorrect” memo that said the cash-strapped institution…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

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Celtic’s latest title triumph owes much to Brendan Rodgers’ frustrated ambitions

Scotland’s most powerful force needn’t be wildly praised for topping the pile yet again but Brendan Rodgers still deserves respect

The Guardian - UK · Apr 27, 2025

Susan Egelstaff:Can Eilish McColgan become GB's greatest-ever female marathon runner?

Today, at the London Marathon, Eilish McColgan will make her marathon debut. She's already one of Scotland's most successful-ever athletes but can…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

New exhibition considers the life of King James VI & I

King James VI & I – who was Scotland’s monarch from 1567 to 1603 and King of England and Ireland between 1603 and 1625 – could be…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

Fragment of ‘lost’ music reveals sacred Scots beauty

A fragment of “lost” music found in the pages of Scotland’s first full-length printed book is part of a new work which will receive its world…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

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'It will backfire': Will Reform UK benefit from John Swinney's anti-far-right summit?

John Swinney’s decision to host an anti-far-right summit in a bid to stand up to the growing influence of Reform UK may have come “too late”…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

Lack of data on muirburn amid wildfires labelled ‘national scandal’

The lack of data on the amount of muirburn carried out during the recent period of very high wildfire risk has been branded a “national scandal”.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

Top Scottish musicians to stage charity concert for Palestine

Some of Scotland’s finest musicians will take to the stage next month in a show of solidarity with the Palestinian people.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 27, 2025

The spellbinding Scottish destinations that deliver the magic of Harry Potter

From the misty glens of Glen Nevis to the cobbled streets of Edinburgh, Scotland is rich with Harry Potter lore – Mike MacEacheran discovers the real-life locations that inspired and starred in the wizarding world

The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2025

John Swinney at ‘very moving’ funeral as Scots mark death of Pope Francis

The First Minister also spoke of his own experience of Christianity, saying it ‘makes me who I am’.

Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2025

John Swinney 'moved' as he meets with Northern Ireland FM at Pope Francis funeral

John Swinney has met with Northern Ireland's first minister while attending the funeral of Pope Francis ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

World leaders gather for funeral of Pope Francis

World leaders have gathered for the funeral of Pope Francis as huge crowds descended upon Vatican City ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

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The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

Opening date for Scotland's first Center Parcs announced

The opening date for the first Center Parcs site in Scotland has been announced ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

Block rockin' Bologna beats showed why silencing Scottish fans is stark raving lunacy

Why Bologna's block rockin' beats showed that denying football fans a say in the governance of the Scottish game is stark raving lunacy.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

Why these cafes in Scotland's most iconic museums are among the UK's best

A number of wonderful cafes in Scotland's most iconic museums have been named among the best to visit in the UK.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

Scottish Labour spend £20k on Facebook ads through 'anonymous page'

SCOTTISH Labour have spent more than £20,000 running Facebook ads through a small page “hiding” its party branding ...

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The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

Labour 'worsening cost of living crisis for Scotland', SNP say on campaign launch

LABOUR have worsened the cost-of-living crisis for Scots, the Finance Secretary has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 26, 2025

John Swinney to 'show Scotland's respect' as world leaders gather for Pope's funeral

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said he will “express the respect of the people of Scotland” when he attends the funeral of Pope Francis on…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2025

Scottish Government denies Angus Robertson met Israel-linked weapons firm

A TOP SNP minister is facing criticism after he attended a meeting at which a presentation on the “success” of a weapons firm arming Israel was…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2025

Men jailed after plot to smuggle £1.5m of drugs into Scotland in watermelons

TWO men involved in a plot to bring £1.5 million worth of drugs into Scotland hidden in a load of watermelons have been jailed ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2025

Scotland shouldn't aim for independence without a currency plan, says expert

SCOTLAND shouldn’t aim for independence unless having its own currency is “part of the plan”, an expert has said.

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2025

Duo tried to smuggle £1.5m of drugs into UK using watermelons

Their elaborate plan was rumbled when Border Force officers found an “anomaly” with the HGV

Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2025

Pair jailed over bid to smuggle £1.5m of drugs into UK in crates of watermelons

Scott McSeveney and Steven Lawson, both from Shotts, were both sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow on Friday.

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