SNP accused of ‘dog-whistle nationalism’ after flyer questions Scottishness of rivals
The SNP has been accused of "dog-whistle nationalism" after a party election flyer questioned the Scottishness of rivals.
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Mobile phone companies agree to end blight of ‘not spots’ in rural Scotland
Mobile phone firms and the UK government have agreed a £1 billion plan to banish so-called "not-spots", areas of poor network coverage in rural areas.
Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal given thumbs up by north-east Tories, farmers and fishermen
Boris Johnson's revised Brexit deal has been given the thumbs up by north-east Tories, farmers and fishermen.
Senior Tory calls on UK Government to spend directly in Scotland to promote the Union
A senior Tory has called on the UK Government to bypass the devolution agreement and spend directly in Scotland in order to promote the Union.
MP hits out at 10-mile roadwork detour ‘headache’ for drivers
New roadworks mean that commuters will clock up 200 extra miles over the next two weeks, an MP has claimed.
Aberdeenshire village’s three-year campaign for superfast broadband finally succeeds
An Aberdeenshire village has been connected to superfast broadband after a three-year battle by one determined resident.
Boris Johnson urged to create ‘Energy Authority’ to govern all aspects of industry
Boris Johnson has been urged to create a singular "energy authority" to govern all aspects of the industry from oil and gas to renewables and nuclear.
Rail chiefs urged to consider adding extra trains for travelling Dons fans
Rail chiefs are being urged to lay on more trains for north-east football supporters to further boost the Scottish game.
Theresa May’s closest confidant tells of his final days at the ex-prime minister’s side
Theresa May's closest parliamentary confidant has told of his final day's at the former prime minister's side.
North MPs divided in vote to extend equal marriage and abortion rights to Northern Ireland
MPs have voted to liberalise abortion and extend same-sex marriage to Northern Ireland, bringing the region in line with the rest of the UK.
Furious Aberdeenshire community appeals for return of rail services
Scotrail bosses have admitted “shooting themselves in the foot” over timetable changes and cancellation problems which have left north-east communities furious.
Theresa May’s right hand man backs Boris Johnson for prime minister
Boris Johnson was given a further boost last night after Theresa May's right hand man backed him to become Britain's next prime minister.
Nestran seeks funding for north-east train project
Calls to re-open a derelict Aberdeenshire station are building up a head of steam.
Motorists facing detours for three weeks – after sign falls off Aberdeenshire bridge
Motorists will be forced to take detours for three weeks following the "ridiculous" decision to close a bridge after a sign fell off it.
Former Nicola Sturgeon adviser says chances of her indyref2 plans succeeding are ‘very remote indeed’
A former adviser to Nicola Sturgeon today says the chances of the first minister’s plan to hold a second independence referendum by May 2021 succeeding are “very remote indeed”.
Theresa May steps down as leader of the Conservative Party
Theresa May has ended her turbulent tenure as leader of the Conservative Party, though she will remain in Downing Street as prime minister until a successor is chosen.
Theresa May’s right hand man backs Matt Hancock for top job
Tory rising star Andrew Bowie has backed health secretary Matt Hancock to succeed his boss in Number 10.
Theresa May praises north-east MP for London Marathon performance
Theresa May showered praise on north-east MP Andrew Bowie who completed the London Marathon faster than any other parliamentarian on Sunday.
North-east MP writes to criticise Aberdeen uni association over “anti-Israel” motion
A north-east MP has criticised an Aberdeen University student body’s motion to boycott Israeli products- saying it will have a “severe impact” on the institution.
Petition calls for airline to bring ‘lifeline’ Gatwick flights back to Aberdeen
A north-east MP has backed a petition to reinstate "lifeline" flights between Aberdeen and London, which were axed by EasyJet earlier this month.
Local Tories split over crucial Brexit vote
Moray Conservative MP Douglas Ross has confirmed that he will vote against Theresa May’s Brexit deal tonight citing concerns about its impact on fishing.
Aberdeenshire MP promoted to prestigious government role
An Aberdeenshire politician has described his UK Government promotion as a "great privilege."
Bowie urges Scottish MPs to back May’s deal
West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine MP Andrew Bowie last night urged Scottish colleagues on all sides of the House to “stand up, be counted” and back Theresa May’s Brexit deal.
North-east Tory MP apologises after wrongly claiming back train fare
West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine MP Andrew Bowie has apologised after claiming back a £202 rail fare that was not connected to his Commons work.
May says Brexit deal is ‘within our grasp’ after negotiators secure further breakthrough
Theresa May last night vowed to do everything possible in the next “crucial 72 hours” to deliver her Brexit plans after negotiators secured a breakthrough on the UK-EU future relationship declaration.
Andrew Bowie: Remembering the soldiers who fell in ‘unimaginable’ places
This Sunday, the country will pause, as it does every year, to remember all those who have fallen in the service of our country in every conflict since 1914. In this year of the centenary of the armistice, the two minutes’ silence will have greater resonance than usual.
SNP say MP’s ‘two governments’ comment shows Tories still oppose devolution
The SNP has rounded on Tory MP Andrew Bowie after he said he was “sad” Scotland has two governments.
Launch of new bus service postponed amid Aberdeen bypass delays
A bus firm has been forced to postpone the roll-out of a new service connected to the Aberdeen bypass due to uncertainty over when the road will finally open.
Defence gets boost in Budget amid evolving threats
Chancellor Philip Hammond has announced an additional £1billion for defence spending in the Budget.
AWPR bosses have ‘failed to complete legal paperwork’ to get road opened
Transport bosses have been accused of holding up the opening of the long-awaited bypass - by not completing the proper legal paperwork.
Andrew Bowie: Britain’s special relationship with United States is no myth – no matter what protesters claim
It is a fact that most politicians in this country are obsessed with American politics.
Warning issued as figures reveal almost 1,700 deliberate fires set in north-east
Thousands of fires are being started on purpose across the north-east as firefighters attempt to combat natural blazes brought on by soaring temperatures.