Analysis
Ian Swanson: Battle-lines are drawn as independence campaign begins
The starting gun is about to be fired in the independence referendum drive, political editor Ian Swanson reports
14 commentsShould there be prayers at council meetings-?
An unholy row is brewing over whether to scrap prayers at the start of council meetings in Edinburgh. Officials fear the city is open to legal challenge following a High Court ruling in England which said the practice was not lawful as part of a formal meeting. Here we give two very different views in the debate
6 commentsGina Davidson: Flower power can save the bee
Ahead of a fresh bid to halt the decline in bee numbers, Gina Davidson discovers gardening is the buzz-word
Helen Martin: I’m too common to talk a book to death
ACCORDING to the wonderfully-titled Middle Class Handbook website, it is necessary for any woman who wants to earn her upwardly mobile stripes to be a member of a book club. Apparently it’s “an essential marker of social status”.
1 commentMark Greenaway: Let’s show world that all Scottish food isn’t deep fried
As ambassador of our nation’s cooking, Mark Greenaway says we need to promote our quality produce and excellent culinary skills
1 commentMouthpiece: Time to end religious bias
Self-rule debate is chance to end royal discrimination, says Norman Bonney
1 commentBrian Monteith: City will always be real winner
Well, I had all but given up ever expecting to see the day of the great Hibernian and Heart of Midlothian football teams playing each other in a Scottish Cup final, never mind my longed for hope of seeing those wearing the green actually lift the trophy.
Susan Morrison: Well, sorry I spoke as humble bumbling sets off grumbling
Scots travellers beware . . free eyes may breed resentment in fellow citizens of the world
Scott Burton: Getting Scout and about to make positive contribution
The relaunch of the famous Bob-a-Job week shows society is starting to value volunteering again, says Scott Burton
Ruth McKay: Finding a winning formula for business
The pledges already made by the new administration are welcome, but growing the city’s economy to help small businesses must be made a priority, writes Ruth McKay
Time to get the ball rolling or kick plans into touch?
The proposed redevelopment of Edinburgh Accies’ historic home is proving controversial in Stockbridge. Here, Frank Spratt and Tannis Dodd debate the plans
2 commentsDavid Robertson: Pray for a rethink on VAT plans
David Robertson urges George Osborne to reconsider VAT plan for alterations to listed religious buildings
Willie Sullivan: Switch to STV has made big difference to democracy
Scotland turned its back on first past the post (FPTP) for local elections in 2007. With the single transferable vote (STV) system we now rank our candidates in order of preference – a change that’s made a big difference to the way we do democracy
James Withers: Scotland can cater to growing appetite for quality food
Scotland is a global player in quality food and China has a growing appetite for it, writes James Withers
Charles Guest: What now for vacant redevelopment sites?
As the ambitious redevelopment of the St James Centre is put on hold, Charles Guest examines the status of Edinburgh’s ‘black holes’
Alison Todd: Children have borne brunt of alcohol misuse for too long
As figures show a rise in those charged with being drunk in charge of a child, Alison Todd examines what needs to be done
Donald Anderson: Strong and stable leadership needed for city
Council services affect every family in the city and directly touch the lives of every Edinburgh resident.
8 commentsJim Eadie: Voters show confidence in SNP
These results show voters growing increasingly confident that the SNP has the people and vision to guide our city – and our country – through these difficult economic times, while protecting services against Conservative/Lib Dem cuts.
5 commentsSteven Allen: Abuse impacts on us all
We can all play a part in preventing hate crime, says Steven Allen
Sue Gyford: Is online doctor ratings site healthy?
A way to restore people power to healthcare, or a chance for net bullies to have their say? Health Reporter Sue Gyford looks at the latest online ratings website
Robin MacPherson: Edinburgh reels in filmmakers
With Colin Firth the latest A-lister to visit, Robin MacPherson looks at what makes Edinburgh such a draw for filmmakers
Magnificent city attractions display talents to the nation
As the National Museum and the Portrait Gallery vie to win The Art Fund Prize, Tom Devine and Allan Little put forward the case for each
Ian Swanson: Vital vote lacking polling power among electorate
How many people will bother to have their say in next week’s council elections? Political Editor Ian Swanson examines fears of a low turnout
5 comments- Rangers takeover: Duff & Phelps threaten legal action against BBC
- Family mourn death of Glasgow ‘fight’ schoolboy
- Today’s youth not fit to be employed, says car firm Arnold Clark
- Rangers administration: Fans fear Duff & Phelps claims could scare off Green
- Rangers takeover: triple penalty punishment enough, says Johnston
- Alistair Darling leads ‘No to independence’ fight over tea and biscuits
- Scottish independence: SNP flip-flops over Nato
- Scottish Independence: SNP ‘won’t be Yes campaign’s only voice’
- Today’s youth not fit to be employed, says car firm Arnold Clark
- Scottish independence: ‘People here are best qualified to run Scotland’
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