First Minister says EU citizens ‘invaluable’ to Scotland
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will today say EU citizens living and working in Scotland make an invaluable contribution to the country’s society, culture and economy.
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Tributes to ‘master of creativity’ Alasdair Gray
Leading figures from the arts and the world of politics have paid tribute to Alasdair Gray, who has died aged 85.
Artist and author Alasdair Gray dies aged 85
Renowned artist and author Alasdair Gray, hailed as a “genius” and “cultural trailblazer”, has died a day after his 85th birthday following a short illness.
Boris Johnson biggest threat to Scotland’s NHS in its history: Sturgeon
Boris Johnson’s Brexit plan is the biggest threat to Scotland’s NHS in its history, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will warn in a speech in Fife.
Nicola Sturgeon has not spoken to predecessor Alex Salmond since he was charged
Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has not spoken to her predecessor Alex Salmond since he was charged with a series of sexual assault offences earlier this year, she said.
Debate to be had about future of monarchy: Sturgeon
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said there is a debate to be had over the future of the monarchy in the wake of the controversy over the Duke of York.
Nicola Sturgeon challenged on SNP health record
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said that waiting times in Scotland are “not good enough” as she was challenged over the SNP record on health.
An independent Scotland could rejoin EU relatively quickly: Sturgeon
Scotland would be able to rejoin the EU relatively quickly if it were independent, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said.
Scottish ministers urged to ‘lead the way’ in battle for truth about CIA’s ‘torture flights’
The Scottish Government is being urged to intervene and lead efforts to finally uncover the full extent of the CIA's use of Scotland's airports during the War on Terror.
SNP ‘open’ to backing Jeremy Corbyn-led government to stop no-deal Brexit
SNP senior party sources have confirmed they are "open" to the prospect of backing Jeremy Corbyn to lead a government to block a no-deal Brexit.
Citizens’ Assembly boss warns Scotland will become independent ‘in not too distant future’ without reform
The man tasked by Nicola Sturgeon to chair a Citizens' Assembly looking at the big constitutional questions facing Scotland has warned independence will come "in the not too distant future" without fundamental reforms.
First Minister announces new Peterhead campus amid billion-pound school spending plan
The first minister flew into the north-east yesterday to unveil a £1billion spending plan for new schools across Scotland.
Nicola Sturgeon unveils plan to create emission-free airways over the Highlands and islands
Nicola Sturgeon has vowed to create the world’s first pollution-free airways above the Highlands and islands as part of a package of new measures to tackle climate change.
Nicola Sturgeon hails ‘phenomenal’ poll showing support for independence
A majority of Scots now back leaving the UK in a second independence referendum, a major new poll has found.
Jack McConnell says UK governance in ‘state of crisis’ as he calls for ‘radical’ reforms
Jack McConnell has called for a series of "radical" reforms to restore trust in the UK political system.
Nicola Sturgeon claims ‘independence will be May’s legacy’ as PM arrives for final Scotland visit
Theresa May will urge her successor to make the Union a "top priority" in her final speech in Scotland as prime minister today.
SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford backs proposal to monitor ‘cybernats’
SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford has called on his party to "consider" setting up a unit to police abusive "cybernats" online.
Campbell Gunn: Sorry first minister, but the chances of meeting your independence vote timetable look very remote
AS a former Scottish Government special adviser, initially to First Minister Alex Salmond, then to his successor Nicola Sturgeon, I’ve been careful not to comment on government or SNP business in the three years since I left office.
Gordon Brown accuses SNP of ‘extreme’ independence demands
Gordon Brown has ripped into the SNP, accusing the party of pursuing an “extreme” version of independence.
Aberdeenshire MSP engages in transgender rights row with first minister
Gillian Martin has been caught up in a transgender rights row after suggesting Nicola Sturgeon’s liberal stance on the issue is at odds with the SNP group.
Let’s not labour the ‘modern Clearances’ line: but history has lessons for us on land reform
The tragedy of the Highland Clearances is too frequently evoked, often inappropriately with predictions of “The New Highland Clearances” by those campaigning against threats to jobs or the like.
Ben Nevis survivor pays tribute to fellow climbers who died following avalanche
The sole survivor of the tragic Ben Nevis avalanche has paid tribute to his three friends killed in the ordeal saying “I’m wearing you in my heart forever.”
Thrills and suspense as Granite Noir 2019 is dubbed best yet
Aberdeen’s third Granite Noir festival came to a close last night with organisers describing it as the most successful ever staged.
Scapa Flow consultation launched 100 years after scuttling of German fleet
It was a deliberate act of destruction that transformed a quiet part of Scotland into the world’s biggest naval graveyard.
North and north-east hail care experienced young people as part of national celebration
Council's across Scotland are celebrating Care Day 2019.
Nicola Sturgeon challenged over failure to hold RAF Tornado crash probe
Nicola Sturgeon has been challenged to explain why there has never been a judge-led probe into the deaths of three RAF Tornado air-crew in a 2012 tragedy.
Iolaire war grave designation supported by First Minister
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Calls for Sturgeon to apologise over north-east education standards
The First Minister yesterday faced calls to apologise to north-east children after figures showed four out of five pupils failed to meet the required standards when they leave school.
Nicola Sturgeon vows to investigate Orkney ferry concerns
Fresh concerns about disabled access on a temporary replacement ferry to Orkney will be investigated by Nicola Sturgeon.
Nicola Sturgeon gives flu vaccine pledge amid shortage fears
Nicola Sturgeon has pledged that anyone needing a flu jab will receive one without delay, following reports of stock shortages.
Nicola Sturgeon challenged over the timing of second independence vote
Nicola Sturgeon has said she must wait to find out what unfolds at Westminster over the “next few weeks” before considering the timing of a second independence referendum.
Nicola Sturgeon vows to ‘explore all avenues’ to protect north jobs
Nicola Sturgeon has said that agencies are “exploring all possible avenues” to protect threatened fish feed jobs in the north.