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Is Scotland facing another heatwave? Met Office gives its verdict

THE Met Office has delivered its verdict on whether Scotland is set to face another heatwave in the coming weeks ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

Gethins calls for further action from UK Government on energy after VAT cut

Scottish Government energy minister Stephen Gethins said the value of the VAT cut on electricity bills could be ‘quickly eroded’ if bills rise again.

Evening Standard · Jul 21

Madeleine McCann’s brother Sean to swim for Scotland at Commonwealth Games

The promising 21-year-old swimmer will compete in a number of freestyle events in Glasgow

The Independent UK · Jul 21

‘Honour’ for Douglas Alexander to stay as Scottish Secretary under Burnham

Mr Alexander was appointed by Sir Keir Starmer, and held on despite the new PM purging a number of leading figures from the Cabinet.

Evening Standard · Jul 21

Andy Burnham rules out 'further referendums' in first call with devolved leaders

PRIME Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out “further referendums” in calls with devolved leaders, Downing Street has said.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

John Swinney sets out independence mandate to Andy Burnham in first call with new PM

John Swinney has told the new Prime Minister that with a pro-independence majority in Holyrood, the future of Scotland must be "decided by the…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

Douglas Alexander retains Scotland Secretary role as Andy Burnham appoints Cabinet

DOUGLAS Alexander has retained his position as Scotland Secretary in Andy Burnham's new Cabinet

The National (Scotland) · Jul 21

The Top 10 Moments From the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

The road to Spain’s crowning moment brought some unforgettable World Cup memories.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 21

Wildfire warnings in Scotland extended

A very high risk warning will be extended in the Central Highlands, Southern and Eastern Scotland.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

John Swinney to push Andy Burnham for powers to hold Scottish independence vote

JOHN Swinney has said he will push Andy Burnham for the powers to hold a second referendum on Scottish independence

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20