John Smith

A general view of the Scottish Parliament building in Edinburgh

Scottish Parliament is full of serious flaws and must be overhauled George Foulkes

Bill Chisholm retired at 60 but continued covering the Borders on his blog

Scotsman Obituaries: Bill Chisholm, journalist who served Borders communities

Ruth Crawford KC is Treasurer of the Faculty of Advocates

We need more women at the Bar in Scotland - Ruth Crawford

Lord Murray Elder was a childhood friend of Gordon Brown. Picture: Chris McAndrew/UK Parliament

Leading Labour figure Lord Elder dies after collapsing outside chamber

Exclusive Major Edinburgh Airport baggage delays blamed on handling agent Swissport

Lord Kirkhill pictured on his appointment as Minister of State for Scotland in 1975

Obituaries: Lord Kirkhill, civic leader who promoted infrastructure for North Se...

Humza Yousaf walks to the stage to speak after being elected as new SNP party leader

In pictures: Humza Yousaf is elected new SNP leader

New seating and interpretation was opened in December last year.

Community-led project at Shakkin Briggie encourages skills training

Two men walk through the gates of Ravenscraig steel works aster the last shift before the plant finally closes in June 1992.

Scotland in the 1990s: The biggest news stories of the decade

The clocks going back can have an impact on our furry friends - but there are things you can do to help.

How the hour change affects your adorable dog - and what to do about it

Just like humans, dogs can struggle with their mental health.

The most common mental health issues adorable dogs suffer from

Dunoon Grammar School has been named a top three finalist for World's Best School Prize for Community Collaboration (Picture: Dunoon Grammar School/PA Wire)

Brian Wilson: In praise of Dunoon Grammar School – and democratic education

Two of the late queen's corgies, Muick and Sandy, in the grounds of Windsor Castle during her funeral

Queen’s corgis will understand emotion of missing the monarch, says dog expert

The castle will be closing in September until spring 2024 to allow for an essential major conservation project and future proofing against further damage from climate change.

Last chance to visit the fairytale Craigievar Castle… for now

Alan Wood with his winning truck.

Alan's truck takes top spot at Peterhead Scottish Week truck show

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On this Day - April 26

Scots band The Bluebells, who topped the UK charts in the 1990s with their pop-hit Young at Heart

Spinning Around – Glasgow’s Remarkable Record Shops

Journalist Sarah Smith was appointed BBC North America editor in November (Picture: Robert Perry)

Nicola Sturgeon denies having ''much in common' with Sarah Smith's tormentors.

Journalist and TV presenter Sarah Smith, at the BBC HQ in Glasgow. Picture: Robert Perry

SNP MSP apologises for suggesting abuse suffered by Sarah Smith was ‘imaginary’

Kylie Minogue and Jason Donavan had the odd bad hair day on Neighbours but their TV wedding had 20 million Poms agog (Picture: Fremantle Media/Shutterstock)

Strewth, they can’t toss this TV show on the barbie – Aidan Smith

How one of the new homes at the St Combs development will look.

'Eco-friendly' family homes development set for coastal Aberdeenshire village

Edward Kane and the Innocent Railway. Illustration: Lesley-Anne Barnes Macfarlane

Edward Kane and the Innocent Railway - Chapter 8

John Smith, also known as Frank Smith to his family, was last seen leaving the Crianlarich Hotel in Crianlarich on Thursday morning (Photo: Police Scotland).

Body found in search for missing 84-year-old hillwalker

John Smith: Police continue search for 87-year old who has been missing for four days

Police continue search for 84-year old who has been missing for four days

John Smith (84), from Nottinghamshire, has been missing from Crianlarich since Thursday, August 5

Daughter's appeal to trace hill-walking dad, aged 84

84-year-old John Smith from Nottingham was last seen leaving the Crianlarich Hotel at 7.15am on Thursday, August 5 (Photo: Police Scotland).

84-year-old hillwalker missing after last seen leaving hotel in Crianlarich

John Smith was last seen in Brown Street, Paisley on Friday morning. Picture: Other 3rd Party.

Search launched for missing Paisley man

Ruth Davidson will enter the House of Lords after the Scottish Parliament election on May 6 (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

House of Lords is a scandalous affront to democracy – Angus Robertson

Tony Blair has said half of the UK’s population could be vaccinated by the end of March (Shutterstock)

This is what Tony Blair has said about the UK Government's vaccine plan

The firm drives and operates the Caledonian Sleeper. Picture: Iain McLean.

Major UK rail freight operator looks to pick up speed in Scotland

Illustration: Lesley-Anne Barnes Macfarlane

The Scotsman Christmas Story: Edward Kane and The Matter of Honour (Chapter Thre...

John Smith was always courteous and unfailingly helpful. Picture: SNS.

Stephen Halliday: John Smith’s passing is a sad loss to Scottish game

The Campbeltown Creamery has been making Mull of Kintyre cheddar since the 1970s. Picture: Contributed

Scottish farmers launch bid to buy Mull of Kintyre cheddar creamery

Sir Keir Starmer. Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire

Cross-party Brexit deal needs to include second referendum, says Sir Keith Starm...

John Smith in 1992: an enthusiast for devolution and Europe

David Martin MEP: 25 years since the death of John Smith

John Smith was devoted to the idea of public service. Picture: Bill Henry

Kezia Dugdale: As I quit as an MSP, I’m inspired by words of John Smith

Kezia Dugdale will stand down from front line politics this summer.

Former Labour leader Kezia Dugdale to quit Scottish Parliament in July

Alison Gilson sees clear signs of continued appetite. Picture: contributed.

Corporate law boss welcomes busy six weeks with eight deals completing

Paul Weller, just one of the many artists who paid tribute to John Martyn at Celtic Connections PIC: Roberto Ricciuti/Redferns via Getty Images

Celtic Connections review: Grace & Danger: A Celebration of John Martyn, Glasgow...

Murray is a former shadow Scottish secretary. Picture: Steven Scott Taylor

Ian Murray: '˜No deal' is biggest issue Britain faces

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Shoppers urged to check out ethical veal deal

Liz McNab with John Smith (Picture: Hamish Campbell)

Obituary: Liz Macnab, political campaigner whose enthusiasm for life made her fr...
Liz Macnab, tax consultant, company secretary and Scottish Conservatives campaigner. Born: 4 July 1963 in Edinburgh. Died: 21 March 2018 in Edinburgh, aged 54. ...

The old sheds and washouses of Footdee have been done up in mish mash of colours and cheery styles. PIC: Gordon Robertson/Flickr.

In pictures: The quirky Aberdeen village of Footdee

Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard. Picture: Greg Macvean

Interview: Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard

Crime scene photos of murder that shocked Aberdeen go public

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US flag found at Glamis Castle to go into space

Jeremy Corbyn, left, greets new Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard in Glasgow yesterday. Picture: John Devlin

Richard Leonard promises '˜radical' move left for Scots Labour

John Smith's tax plan went awry

Brian Wilson: Sturgeon's income tax plan is spider's web the opposition must avo...

Granton Castle.

Work underway to revive long-lost medieval garden in Edinburgh

Jeremy Corbyn with the bust of John Smith at Glasgow University Union

Brian Wilson: What qualities does Scottish Labour's next leader need?

Andrew Neil to step down from presenting BBC Sunday Politics

Anstruther, East Fife coastline. Pic: Phil Wilkinson/TSPL staff.

Constituency profile: Nationalists face Unionist challenge in '˜big Remain const...

The Concert in a Coire on Skye will feature a performance by cellist Duncan Strachan and violinist George Smith. Photograph: Alex Martin

Open-air concert announced for Skye's Cuillin

Former prime minister Gordon Brown and his wife Sarah as they listen to speeches at the Jennifer Brown Research Laboratory in Edinburgh. Photo: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Gordon Brown daughter's death saved mentor's granddaughter

The baclk pudding could soon be back on the US menu. Picture: Contributed

Haggis and black pudding US ban '˜could be lifted'

Farrah Fadli, also known as Farrah Gillespie, as police are searching for two men who may be linked to the missing mother-of-two. Picture: PA

Warning as police seek two men over missing Scottish mother

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries