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Revealed: Scottish schools built under PFI costing millions more than originally estimated

Politics 12

Ms Sturgeon branded the union unsustainable over the chaos of Brexit.

Nicola Sturgeon says independence referendum 'must happen' in 2020

Politics 298

Finance Secretary''Derek Mackay gets his hands on a nitrogen generator during a vist to Peak Scientific UK in Edinburgh. (Picture: John Devlin)

Sorry Mr Mackay, economic case for Union, not independence, is ‘stronger than ever’ – Murdo Fraser

Columnists 71

Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill will be honoured alongside Still Game director Michael Hines at next month's BAFTA Scotland Awards.

Still Game favourites to get 'outstanding contribution' honour at Scottish BAFTAs

People 4

Keith Brown said Yes movement must welcome former No voters 'with open arms'. Picture: John Devlin

Independence movement must win over wavering Scots with ‘open arms and understanding’

Scottish Independence 56

Billy Connolly has revealed he has been haunted by stage fright for decades and finds his home city of Glasgow the most difficult place to perform. Picture: John Devlin

Billy Connolly reveals he’s most scared of gigs in Glasgow

People

Brussels' chief negotiator Michel Barnier with Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney. Picture: AP

DUP warns over more concessions with Boris Johnson closing in on a deal

Brexit 1

Brexit could prove costly for Scottish fishermen. Picture: Getty Images

Brexit: Fears EU departure will have 'catastrophic' impact on Scottish fishing industry

Politics 20

The planned powers were among a series of policy announcements unveiled by Nicola Sturgeon. Picture: Getty

New powers could be given to remove suspected domestic abusers from homes of those at risk

Politics

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'We're putting in a bid for Alfredo Morelos' - Craig Levein responds to Rangers transfer link with Hearts starlet

Hearts

A general view of DC United's Audi Field stadium and, inset, Wes Foderingham

Is Rangers man facing surprise exit? Talk of MLS move surfaces as club explores transfer options

Rangers

Leigh Griffiths has hinted that he could be closing in on a return to action

Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths hints at return to action with teasing social media post

Celtic

The Stadio Olimpico will not be fully closed by UEFA

UEFA makes decision on stadium closure ahead of Europa League clash between Lazio and Celtic

Celtic

Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill

Celtic boost ahead of Lazio clash, huge injury news for Hearts, joy for Rangers youngster - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill

Celtic

SRU chief Mark Dodson's comments ahead of the Japan v Scotland game have landed the union in trouble with the sport's world governing body. Picture: SRU/SNS

'We stand with the great people of Japan' - SRU responds to World Rugby 'misconduct' charge

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Comment: Mark Dodson has his critics but stance he took on Japan game was right
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Scottish Rugby chief executive Mark Dodson, right, with chief operating officer Dominic McKay. Picture: David Gibson/Fotosport/Shutterstock

Comment: Mark Dodson has his critics but stance he took on Japan game was right

Opinion 1

James Scott celebrates with his Motherwell team-mates after putting the Fir Park side 1-0 up against St Mirren.

Six burning questions ahead of the return of the Ladbrokes Premiership

Celtic 1

Gregor Townsend is an 'intelligent, self-critical and conscientious man who will do everything in his power to put things right', says Stuart Bathgate. Picture: Getty Images

Stuart Bathgate: Why Gregor Townsend must be given more time with Scotland

Rugby Union 11

All the latest from the SPFL. Picture: SNS

Scottish Football LIVE: £7m Ibrox ace returns, Celtic legend's deal falls through, Rangers' new sporting director keen on Tynecastle starlet and Hibs chief, Snodgrass retires

Rangers 5

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NHS staff like those parking at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary will be exempt from the new levy (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Workplace parking levy: Why SNP will regret refusing to exempt low-paid – Murdo Fraser

Columnists 8

Jeremy Corbyn's slogan "for the many, not the few" echoes attacks on the 'liberal elite' by those on the political right (Picture: Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Corporate rewards for failure are fuelling public discontent – leader comment

Columnists

Think Odysseus was cruel? Today many are indifferent to the struggles of desperate people on the wine-dark sea, like this group of Syrian refugees arriving on the island of Lesbos after traveling in an inflatable raft from Turkey. (Picture:: UNHCR/Andrew McConnell)

Alexander McCall Smith: Why Homer’s cruel world is still relevant today

Columnists

Finance Secretary''Derek Mackay gets his hands on a nitrogen generator during a vist to Peak Scientific UK in Edinburgh. (Picture: John Devlin)

Sorry Mr Mackay, economic case for Union, not independence, is ‘stronger than ever’ – Murdo Fraser

Columnists 71

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East Neuk music photographer Scott Morris remembered with new album and exhibition

Music

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Motorists’ biggest fear is other drivers as data reveals one in three has witnessed a physical attack

Motorists’ biggest fear is other drivers as data reveals one in three has witnessed a physical attack

Road Safety

Labour pledges to ban sale of non-electric cars by 2030

Labour pledges to ban sale of non-electric cars by 2030

Climate Emergency

Rise of the bloater-car - how popular models have ballooned in size

Rise of the bloater-car - how popular models have ballooned in size

Car News

Car insurance costs are rising - here’s the best time to renew to save money

Car insurance costs are rising - here’s the best time to renew to save money

Car Insurance

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Arbikie celebrate

In pictures: Scotland’s top gin makers and gins crowned at this year's Scottish Gin Awards

Lifestyle

Scotland’s Restaurant of the Year named at annual AA Hospitality Awards

Food and drink

Scotland’s top fish and chip shop named in UK awards

Food and drink

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Lidl set to invest £15bn in British suppliers

Business

Asos last year celebratedpre-tax profits growth of 28 per cent. Picture: Asos

Asos profits dive 68% on back of warehouse woes

Business

Both Eland and Murgitroyd are quoted on London's junior Alternative Investment Market. Picture: Contributed

Takeover swoops for Scottish stock market-listed firms Eland and Murgitroyd

Business

From left: Tom Faichnie and Melanie Clark from Hall Morrice Corporate Finance with Nicole Burstow and James Dow of Dow Schofield Watts. Picture: Michal Wachucik

Top Scottish dealmaker joins forces with UK advisory firm

Business

The property element will comprise 214 one and two-bedroom flats, 38 cottages and an 80-bed care home.

Over-55s targeted as new images released of Scotland’s first 'luxury retirement village'

Business

William Gorol previously launched Procure Wizard. Picture: contributed.

Tech boss Gorol invests in new tendering tech firm TriSaas

Business

Lidl set to invest £15bn in British suppliers

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Portobello Beach

Scottish summers of yesteryear celebrated in new exhibition at top Edinburgh hotel

Heritage

National Trust for Scotland

10 Scottish adventures that you and your kids will love

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King of Scotland Robert Bruce (1274 - 1329). Picture: Getty

In the footsteps of Kings: app brings Fife history to life

Heritage

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