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Dundee University academic believes SNP's independence referendum plans would fail legal test
A constitutional expert from Dundee University says Alex Salmond's attempt to force through an independence referendum is illegal. (...)
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Jim Crumley looks for the roots of our history in The Great Wood
Nature writer, poet and columnist Jim Crumley's new book The Great Wood explores the past, present and future of Scotland's forests. (...)
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A true Scotland great — a fond farewell to Chris Paterson
If Chris Paterson came across to those who don't know him as an honest, hardworking and thoroughly decent human being, then we who covered him for 12 years are probably to blame. (...)
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Review: Focus Estate has bags of space
Ford's Focus is Scotland's third-best selling car (the Corsa and Fiesta are No. 1 and No. 2, since you ask) and with good reason — the latest version is terrific. (...)
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English independence campaigners demand 'fair share' of North Sea oil
English independence campaigners have demanded a ''fair share'' of North Sea Oil in the event of Scotland breaking away from the UK. (...)
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Caledonian Sleeper trains get the green light with £100m deal
Sleeper trains from Tayside and Fife to London were spared the axe yesterday after the Scottish Government agreed a £100 million deal. (...)
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Forth Replacement Crossing project delivers £20m jobs lift to Scotland
The new Forth Replacement Crossing project has already delivered a £20 million early Christmas present to Scottish firms — with more to come — in a jobs boost for the country. (...)
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End of an era — Chris Paterson bows out of Scotland side
It was always going to crucial to Chris Paterson to determine himself when he would bow out of the Scotland shirt he wore 109 times, and he's happy that the best time is now. (...)
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Universities to receive generous funding, says education secretary
Scottish universities will receive just in excess of £1 billion in public funding next year. (...)
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Unions not ready to sign off on public sector pensions
Government celebrations over the prospective resolution of the civil service pensions row would be ''a tad premature,'' the Scottish Trade Union Congress (STUC) has told The Courier. (...)
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'MOT' plan for Scottish Parliament could see longer working week for MSPs
Scottish politicians are set for a longer working week under radical proposals outlined at Holyrood. (...)
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Scots face inflation-busting rail fares hike
Rail passengers in Scotland have been promised a cruel start to the New Year after ScotRail announced an inflation-busting 6% increase in fares. (...)
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Scottish Government accused of 'lurching from one extreme to another' over teacher training
The Scottish Government has been accused of ''lurching from one extreme to another'' after announcing a rise in the number of teacher training places. (...)
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European Tour unfazed by sponsor deadline
The European Tour is still confident that a sponsor will be secured for the Scottish Open although chief executive George O'Grady's deadline is due. (...)
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Government grant GlaxoSmithKline jobs boost for Montrose
Finance Secretary John Swinney has announced a jobs boost for Montrose pharmaceutical firm GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). (...)
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New leader Johann Lamont vows Labour will be party for 'all of Scotland'
New Scottish Labour leader Johann Lamont has pledged to look beyond the party's central belt heartland and refocus on areas like Dundee. (...)
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Efforts to restore power after 'Armageddon' storm praised
A Highland Perthshire councillor has praised efforts to restore power to stricken communities. (...)
Carnegie Dunfermline Trust confirms plans for Pittencrieff Park
Plans to restore Dunfermline's Pittencrieff Park as one of the country's premier family attractions will take a significant step forward next month. (...)
What a beauty! — Miss World contestants a big hit at Gleneagles
Fresh from enjoying Scottish hospitality and a traditional ceilidh, this year's Miss World contestants turned their hand to golf this week. (...)
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Salmond launches SNP conference with strong attack on UK Government's decision to axe Longannet project
Alex Salmond insisted a ''change is coming'' as he put the drive for independence at the forefront of the SNP party conference. (...)
