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Newcastle Falcons

Cammy Hutchison is leaving Edinburgh to join Newcastle Falcons. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Edinburgh Rugby centre signs deal with Newcastle Falcons

Doddie Weir won 61 caps in a distinguished career for Scotland.

Weir handled transition to pro from amateur with panache and never lost humour

Glasgow Warriors were still trying to score a try after the clock turned red. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Glasgow Warriors reaction: They never stop and replacing Rory Darge

Glasgow Warriors were still trying to score a try after the clock turned red. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Glasgow Warriors reaction: They never stop and replacing Rory Darge

Max Williamson is a Scotland Under-20 international. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Two key absentees and one surprise call-up as Glasgow Warriors fly out

Glasgow Warriors are into the last eight of the Challenge Cup.

Glasgow Warriors still have work to do despite big win at Newcastle Falcons

Glasgow captain Ryan Wilson, centre, leads the celebrations after hooker Johnny Matthews' (2nd right) try against Newcastle Falcons. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Glasgow Warriors seal Challenge Cup quarter-final trip to France

Glasgow Warriors and Newcastle Falcons played each other at Scotstoun in pre-season, with Newcastle winning 12-7. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

How to watch Newcastle Falcons v Glasgow Warriors

Former Glasgow lock Greg Peterson will start for Newcastle Falcons against Warriors. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

Cut-price Tyneside away day should appeal to the Warrior Nation

Josh McKay returns to the Glasgow Warriors side after injury.  (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Why variety is key to Glasgow Warriors game-plan as big guns return

Ollie Smith is back training with Glasgow Warriors after an ankle injury. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Smith enjoyed Scotland camp and now eyes silverware with Glasgow Warriors

Josh Mckay, left, and Ryan Wilson are full of laughs during a Glasgow Warriors training session at Scotstoun. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Glasgow Warriors identify Newcastle threats ahead of Challenge Cup tie

Edinburgh beat Pau to secure a home last 16 tie in the Challenge Cup.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Edinburgh v Bath, Newcastle v Glasgow Warriors Challenge Cup last 16 dates

John Fletcher has worked previously in the England set-up and with Newcastle Falcons.  (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

SRU appoints John Fletcher to player pathway and coach development role

Southern Knights defeated Newcastle Falcons at Greenyards in a Doddy Weir charity match. (Photo by Bruce White / SNS Group/SRU)

Knights produce notable win over Falcons in Doddie Weir fundraiser

Doddie Weir is chaired off by Newcastle Falcons fans after helping the club win the Premiership title in 1997/98. Picture: Tom Shaw/Allsport/Getty Images/Hulton Archive

Doddie Weir match will feature a Scotland international in each side

Doddie Weir is raising funds for MND after his own diagnosis in 2017.

Newcastle and Southern Knights to play for Doddie Weir charity

Battler: Doddie Weir in his famous tartan suit.

Doddie Weir says his family help him every day

Ben Vellacott impressed on his debut for Edinburgh against Newcastle Falcons. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS

Vellacott eyes Scotland call - but knows he has to produce for Edinburgh first

Damien Hoyland impressed on Edinburgh's new fast, new artificial pitch. Picture: Bruce White/SNS

Three takeaways from first look at Blair’s Edinburgh

More than 6,500 fans turned up for the first match at Edinburgh Rugby Stadium. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS

‘Watershed moment’ for Mike Blair as Edinburgh play first game at new home

Mark Bennett goes through to score Edinburgh's first try at their new stadium. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS

Edinburgh Rugby's new era begins with a defeat against Newcastle Falcons

The recently retired Fraser McKenzie will deliver the match ball ahead of Edinburgh's match against Newcastle Falcons. Picture: Bruce White/SNS

McKenzie to deliver match ball in emotional farewell to Edinburgh

Mike Blair in action for Edinburgh during their memorable Heineken Cup win over Racing Metro in the 2011-12 season.

Blair reveals coaching influences ahead of his first Edinburgh game

Scrum-half Ben Vellacott will make his Edinburgh debut against Newcastle.

Three new signings picked to start for Edinburgh against Newcastle Falcons

Magnus Bradbury pictured at the Edinburgh Rugby Stadium which will stage its first game on Saturday when Newcastle come calling. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS

Bradbury says united Edinburgh will ‘play a bit more’ under Blair

Mark Bennett, left, with new Edinburgh head coach Mike Blair. Picture: Paul Devlin/SNS

Bennett backs Edinburgh’s quick pitch and new stadium to give them an advantage

The Glasgow Warriors players huddle at full time after the 12-7 defeat by Newcastle Falcons. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Weir enjoys Friday night return under the Scotstoun lights and hopes for more

Darcy Graham models Edinburgh Rugby's new away kit. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Graham embracing new Edinburgh season as he opens up on brother's car crash

Sione Tuiploluto impressed on his Glasgow Warriors debut. Picture: Alan Harvey/SNS

Three takeaways from Glasgow Warriors' narrow defeat by Newcastle

Glasgow Warriors' Duncan Weir runs through for the opening try against Newcastle Falcons. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Duncan Weir makes try-scoring return but Glasgow Warriors pipped by Newcastle

Sione Tuipulotu will make his Glasgow Warriors debut against Newcastle. Picture: Alan Harvey/SNS

Friday night lights are back for Glasgow Warriors as fans return

Duncan Weir rejoined Glasgow Warriors in the summer from Worcester Warriors. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Duncan Weir to make second debut for Glasgow Warriors in Newcastle Falcons match

Ryan Wilson and Fraser Brown will continues as co-captains of Glasgow Warriors for the 2021-22 season.

Glasgow Warriors announce captains for the new season

Rob Harley says pre-season training with Glasgow Warriors has been 'brutal'. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Rob Harley suffers in the sun as Glasgow Warriors fans set a new record

New Edinburgh coach Mike Blair at the club's stadium which boasts an artificial playing surface. Picture: Paul Devlin/SNS

Edinburgh chief explains Blair appointment and what to expect from new coach

Head coach Danny Wilson oversees a Glasgow Warriors training session at Scotstoun. They are back in action at the start of September.

Wilson explains Glasgow plans for returning Lions and how they can boost camp

The new Edinburgh Rugby stadium will host its first match against Newcastle Falcons next month (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Edinburgh to christen new stadium in Blair's first match in charge

Scotstoun Stadium will host fans when Glasgow Warriors face Newcastle Falcons next month. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Warriors delight as green light given for return of fans to Scotstoun

John Hardie in action for Scotland against Australia during the 2016 autumn internationals. Picture: Bill Murray/SNS

Former Edinburgh and Scotland flanker to retire from professional rugby

Hollie Davidson will referee her first Pro14 match. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS

Hollie Davidson to take charge of Glasgow Warriors v Benetton

Hollie Davidson will referee her first men’s professional match when she takes charge of Newcastle Falcons v Castres. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Hollie Davidson appointment is a breakthrough moment for the Scottish referee

Andrew Davidson has spent the last two seasons with Glasgow Warriors.

Edinburgh Rugby announce double signing

Andrew Davidson in action for Glasgow against Zebre in the Guinness Pro14. Picture: Ross Parker/SNS/SRU

Edinburgh ‘agree terms’ with Glasgow Warriors forward Andrew Davidson

Tim Swinson in action for Scotland against the US in 2018.

Ex-Scotland forward to retire at end of the season

Jonny Wilkinson, the Toulon captain holds the Cup after their victory during the Heineken Cup final match. Picture: Getty

Interview: Jonny Wilkinson on his rugby journey

Rugby: Falcons swoop for ex-Scotland scrum half Blair

Newcastle drop London Welsh appeal

Godman flies coop to join Newcastle Falcons

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Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford standing down at next election

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Lorna Slater confirms deposit return plans scrapped in current form

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Library's drag queen story event sparks backlash

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