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Fears raised fishermen could be kept in CFP longer
UK Environment Secretary Michael Gove has declared he is “invincibly” confident Britain will be negotiating as an independent coastal state by the end of 2020 - despite talk of extending the Brexit transition period.
Blackford warns against ‘economic self-harm’ as PM seeks deal in Brussels
SNP Westminster Leader Ian Blackford has accused the prime minister of “sheer irresponsibility”, warning any move by the UK Government to leave the EU without a deal would be “madness”.
Parliament must set example, says Blackford after claims bullying rife in Commons
SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford has vowed to “stand full square” behind moves to “clean up” parliament in the wake of claims bullying has been allowed to thrive in the House of Commons.
Shock as north-east hit by ‘staggering’ spike in winter deaths
Shock figures have revealed a “staggering” spike in the number of people dying in the north-east last winter.
UK Government told it must shield North Sea industry from Brexit fallout
Chancellor Philip Hammond has been warned not to risk the North Sea’s “bright future” as he faced calls to bring forward Budget measures to shield the industry amid fears of a Brexit-induced skills shortage.
Politicians call for urgent help to ease Aberdeenshire Council’s bridge fears
Calls have been made for the government to step in and offer a north-east council which is potentially facing a £3 million-per-day headache.
Aberdeen University rector among top academics calling for second vote on Brexit
The rector of Aberdeen University is among 23 senior academics who have called for another referendum on Brexit.
Business rates ‘more damaging’ to energy sector than Brexit
Rising business rates will be more damaging to the north-east oil and gas industry than Brexit, it was claimed last night.
‘Victims still get blamed for the discomfort they cause the rest of us’
The year is 2010. Donald Trump is whistling through Aberdeen like the north wind, blowing all and sundry to one side or another as he goes.
‘The people equation’: Looming crisis of depopulation back at top of the agenda
A new phrase was coined by the head of Highlands and Islands Enterprise last week to describe the region’s most pressing problem.
Advertising watchdog vows to ‘put a lid’ on false delivery charge claims
The boss of Britain’s advertising watchdog has vowed to “put a lid” on false delivery charge claims as he hailed the success of a recent crackdown.
Council apologises to residents after homes on picturesque Aberdeen street surrounded by mounds of earth
Council chiefs have apologised to residents of an Aberdeen street surrounded by massive mounds of earth for not providing adequate information ahead of the development.
Minister warns SPFL to avoid any repeat of the League Cup semi-final fiasco
A Scottish Government minister has warned the SPFL to ensure there is no repeat of the League Cup semi-final fiasco as hopes were raised of a breakthrough last night.
Council leaders welcome First Minister’s tourist tax announcement
Council leaders across the north and north-east yesterday welcomed the First Minister’s announcement that she will hold a consultation on a national tourist tax.
Court date agreed over Alex Salmond’s sexual harassment complaints
Court officials have fixed dates for Alex Salmond’s legal action against the Scottish Government over its handling of sexual misconduct complaints against him.
Fort William wheel plant could help secure UK car industry after Brexit
A new alloy wheel production plant in Fort William could help secure the UK’s car manufacturing industry after Brexit, it has been claimed.
Health secretary under fire for refusing to meet north-east campaigners
Health Secretary Jeane Freeman has been criticised for refusing to meet a north-east campaign group battling for improved services for sufferers of a rare skin condition.
MSPs spent thousands of pounds on hotel meals, taxis and stamps
A north-east MSP spent almost £1,200 on meals in Edinburgh hotels last year, while another forked out £4,350 on postage stamps.
North-east MSP seek Brexit answers over fishing and farming
A north-east MSP has called for clarity on the future of fish workers and farmers post-Brexit.
Nicola Sturgeon signals potential U-turn on ‘tourist tax’ powers
Nicola Sturgeon has signalled that the Scottish Government could perform a U-turn and grant councils the power to levy a “tourist tax”.
Aberdeenshire council becomes first Scottish authority to back a further Brexit referendum
Aberdeenshire Council has become the first authority in Scotland to formally discuss and support a further Brexit referendum.
Ferry boss admits investment is ‘significantly lower than we would like’
The boss of the firm which owns CalMac ferries and harbours around the country has said that current investment levels are less than half of the amount required.
Campaign to win new protections for music venues in Aberdeen clears key hurdle
Live music venues have moved a major step closer to securing more legal protections against new housing developments.
Minister to ask why Aberdonians can not board train called ‘The Aberdonian’
A Scottish Government minister has vowed to ask the operators of a new steam train called “The Aberdonian” why Aberdonians can not get on board.
Brexit branded the ‘biggest challenge’ facing the Highlands and islands
MSPs have been told that Brexit it is the “biggest challenge” facing the Highlands and islands – and that it could jeopardise the booming tourism and food and drink sectors.
Crime falls by 12% in Aberdeen, Shetland and the Western Isles
Crime in Aberdeen, Shetland and the Western Isles has plummeted by 12% in the last year – the biggest reductions in Scotland.
Concern over ‘vast disparity’ in classroom assistant numbers
Concerns have been raised after new figures exposed a “vast disparity” in the number of classroom assistants in schools across Scotland.
Police probe into Alex Salmond’s work life
A police probe into allegations of sexual misconduct against Alex Salmond will span a 20 month period of his career, it emerged yesterday.
Watch as hundreds flock to Aberdeen Indyref2 rally
Hundreds gathered in the centre of Aberdeen yesterday to show their support for a second independence referendum.
New evidence shows how tax hikes hit whisky production
New research has shown that whisky production levels reduce when taxes are hiked up by the government.
Theresa May warns of two main issues holding up Brexit negotiations
Theresa May has sent a warning to the EU, saying the organisation and the UK remain a "long way apart" in Brexit negotiations.
Scottish Government ‘intends to contest Alex Salmond’s legal action’
The Scottish Government has notified court officials it intends to contest Alex Salmond’s legal action over its handling of sexual harassment allegations made against him.
