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Swinney ‘comfortable’ with SNP vetting as Sturgeon and Beattie approved

They were both arrested in relation to the SNP’s finances, but were released without charge pending further investigation.

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Swinney hails ‘tremendous opportunities’ after Spanish takeover of yards

Spanish firm Navantia confirmed at the end of January it had acquired four Harland and Wolff sites across the UK.

Evening Standard

Councils still face £100m bill to cover national insurance hike, says Cosla

The UK Government announced the increase in last year’s Budget.

Evening Standard

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Trump’s suggestion US could ‘own’ Gaza completely unacceptable, says Swinney

The president told a White House news conference: ‘The US will take over the Gaza Strip…’

The Independent UK

Refurbishment lifts historic chapel artwork out of the shadows

Rosslyn Chapel shot to fame in the 2000s after featuring in The Da Vinci Code book and film.

The Independent UK

Swinney: Hydrogen-powered home is ‘exciting’ development in climate change fight

The First Minister predicted the heating systems of the future will involve both heat pumps and hydrogen.

Evening Standard

Finn Russell sees title mindset as Scotland look to build on progress

Gregor Townsend’s side open their Six Nations campaign against Italy at Murrayfield.

The Independent UK

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Talking points as Scotland begin their Six Nations challenge against Italy

The Scots are looking to win their opening fixture for the fifth successive campaign.

The Independent UK

Sturgeon: Yousaf’s decision to dump Greens from government was ‘catastrophic’

Both former first ministers have discussed the move, which resulted in a new SNP leader.

The Independent UK

Polarisation in politics did not improve after my resignation, says Sturgeon

She stood down in February 2023, believing she had become a ‘polarising’ figure in UK politics.

The Independent UK

Power restored to all properties in Scotland after Storm Eowyn

One rail route north of the border remains closed following damage caused by the severe conditions last Friday.

Evening Standard

Onshore GDP contracted 0.5% in a month, figures show

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes said she was ‘disappointed’ by the statistics but she added the economy had still grown over the last year.

Evening Standard

Norse code: Keeping the flame at the Up Helly Aa festival

The festival takes place in Lerwick, Shetland, on the last Tuesday in January every year.

Evening Standard

Police call for ‘clarity’ over assisted deaths for 16-years-olds in Scotland

Assistant Chief Constable Steven Johnson raised concerns while giving evidence to MSPs on Holyrood’s Health Committee.

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Disruption continues after Storm Eowyn batters Scotland

Some schools will remain closed on Monday.

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Flooding possible over weekend with heavy rain and strong winds forecast

Up to 80mm of rainfall could be seen in parts of England and Wales with several weather warnings issued by the Met Office.

Evening Standard

Edinburgh council agrees Scotland’s first visitor levy charge at online meeting

Visitors staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night, capped at seven nights.

The Independent UK

Scottish city to introduce country’s first tourist tax

Those staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night

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Storm Eowyn leaves 100,000 households without power as 100mph gust recorded

On Friday afternoon, First Minister John Swinney warned: ‘This storm is not over yet.’

Evening Standard

In pictures: Storm Eowyn’s 100mph winds cause disruption and destruction

The Met Office has issued red and amber warnings across much of the country and people have been warned to stay indoors.

Evening Standard

City council could agree Scotland’s first visitor levy charge at online meeting

Members of Edinburgh’s city council are to meet online to discuss plans to introduce a charge on visitors staying overnight in the area.

The Independent UK

St Andrews to stage Open Championship in 2027

The Independent UK

Activist who damaged Stone of Destiny cabinet given community payback order

Joe Madden, 22, admitted his role in a protest in Edinburgh Castle in November 2023.

Evening Standard

No suggestion anyone else involved in death of father and daughter, say police

The bodies of Mark Gordon, 36, and his six-year-old daughter Hope were found in West Calder on Monday afternoon.

Evening Standard

New top judge must not ‘stand in way’ of justice for Emma, says Caldwell family

Emma Caldwell was murdered in 2005 by serial rapist Iain Packer, who was not convicted until almost two decades later.

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