Scotland
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Jenny Gilruth Appointed Deputy First Minister: A New Strategic Direction for the Scottish Government
John Swinney has appointed Jenny Gilruth as Deputy First Minister, marking a pivotal cabinet reshuffle aimed at addressing cost-of-living challenges and public service reform.
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Scott Hastings: The Passing of a Scottish Rugby Icon and the End of an Era
The rugby world mourns the loss of Scott Hastings, a cornerstone of Scotland’s 1990 Grand Slam victory and a tireless advocate for health and sportsmanship.
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SNP Faces Minority Government Risk in Final 2026 Projections
Final polling data ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election reveals the SNP is on track for a fifth term but likely short of an outright majority, as a three-way race for second place reshapes the political landscape.
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Beth Dobbin Announces Retirement Amid Health Battle
Scottish 200m record holder Beth Dobbin has retired from professional athletics after a three-year struggle with a serious and life-changing health condition.
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Stella McCartney’s Highlands Mansion Approved After Planning Battle
Highland councillors have granted permission for a £5m home for Stella McCartney and Alasdhair Willis, ending a three-year dispute over the site’s design and environmental impact.
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ScottishPower Unveils £12bn Grid Overhaul Amid Energy Debate
ScottishPower has launched a £12bn, five-year investment to modernize Scotland’s electricity grid, even as political pressure mounts over energy control and national policy.
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Sarwar Pledges £3,000 Childcare Boost Amid Holyrood Campaign
Labour leader Anas Sarwar proposes boosting tax-free childcare support, benefiting 100,000 families and addressing workforce participation issues.
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Airdrie Primary School Tops 2026 Rankings Amid Socioeconomic Shift
Chapelside Primary in Airdrie has claimed the top spot in the 2026 Sunday Times Primary School League Table, defying trends as schools in deprived areas show significant academic growth.
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Stuart Hogg Arrested at Airport Following Order Breach Allegations
Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg was arrested at Manchester Airport in February amid allegations of breaching a non-harassment order involving his ex-wife.
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Ireland Claims Triple Crown, Needs England to Seal Six Nations Title
Ireland defeated Scotland 43-21 in Dublin to secure the Triple Crown and keep their title hopes alive, pending the outcome of the France-England match.
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John MacKay to Leave STV After Over Three Decades on Air
Veteran presenter John MacKay is set to conclude his 31-year tenure at STV, marking the end of a career defined by historic coverage and personal storytelling.
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Italy’s Historic Win Reshapes Six Nations Table, Ireland Title Hopes Surge
Italy secured a historic first-ever Six Nations victory over England, dramatically reshuffling the championship table and opening new title permutations for Ireland.
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Stonehenge Altar Stone Traced to Scotland, Not Wales
New research definitively traces Stonehenge’s six-ton Altar Stone to Scotland’s Orcadian Basin, overturning prior beliefs. This finding reshapes understanding of Neolithic Britain’s advanced trade and transport.
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M80 Motorway Closed Southbound Amid Ongoing Police Incident
The M80 motorway southbound remains closed near Haggs, Falkirk, due to an ongoing police incident, causing severe delays for commuters. Motorists face significant hold-ups.
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Wales’ Steve Tandy Names Lineup for Critical Scotland Six Nations Match
Head Coach Steve Tandy has announced the Wales team to face Scotland today in Cardiff, as the struggling Welsh side aims to end a 13-match Six Nations losing streak at home.