# Scotland

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# margaret thatcher

Backlash after Boris Johnson says Thatcher helped climate by closing UK coal mines

Johnson made the comments towards the end of a two-day trip to Scotland.

32.0k

Aug 6th 2021, 8:58 AM

# Level Zero

Scotland to move to lowest level of Covid restrictions on Monday

Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon told a virtual session of the Scottish Parliament that the country could move to Level 0 of restrictions.

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Jul 13th 2021, 4:16 PM

# Aussie Rules

Dream come true as Min Woo Lee wins Scottish Open after play-off victory

Padraig Harrington and Cormac Sharvin were flying the flag across the water.

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Jul 11th 2021, 8:55 PM

# Euro 2020

Almost 2,000 Scots infectious with Covid attended Euro 2020 events

Nearly two-thirds of cases reported travelling to London for a Euro 2020-related event.

8.8k

Jun 30th 2021, 5:25 PM

# trade deal

Northern Irish and Scottish ministers write to UK government over Australia deal concerns

The two administrations say the deal risks having a disproportionate impact on domestic farmers.

20.2k

Jun 27th 2021, 1:30 PM

# trolls

Lions wing Van Der Merwe blocks out social media messages questioning his place

The South Africa-born Scotland wing says the messages also motivate him.

8.6k

Jun 25th 2021, 4:25 PM

# Cervical Cancer

CervicalCheck moves to 'allay women's fears' after Scotland's cervical cancer screening error

Over 24 years, around 430 women in Scotland who had hysterectomies were wrongly told they didn’t need to be screened.

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Jun 24th 2021, 6:50 PM

# Disruption

Scotland boss challenges Billy Gilmour replacement to make himself 'national hero'

Gilmour’s positive Covid-19 test will force Steve Clarke to rethink his starting line-up.

6.3k

Jun 21st 2021, 7:40 PM

# Scotland

Millions of new smart TVs, laptops and other items in Amazon warehouse marked 'destroy'

A probe found that items earmarked for destruction at a Scottish warehouse.

194k

Jun 21st 2021, 2:57 PM

# change of scenery

'It was a big move in my career. I wasn't playing week in, week out over in Scotland so I took the leap'

Matty Smith has been key to St Patrick’s Athletic’s excellent start to the season.

8.8k

Jun 21st 2021, 7:15 AM

# Reaction

Gareth Southgate says qualification is more important than beating Scotland

England were booed off at Wembley after last night’s goalless draw.

2.4k

Jun 19th 2021, 4:30 PM

# Star Of The Show

'He has got a huge future ahead of him' - Praise for Scotland's Gilmour after display against England

The 20-year-old Chelsea midfielder put in a man-of-the-match performance.

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Jun 19th 2021, 11:39 AM

# Setback

‘Football ain’t coming home’ – Graeme Souness leads criticism of England

Three Lions captain Harry Kane was roundly criticised after he fired another blank against Scotland.

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Jun 18th 2021, 11:22 PM

# Stalemate

England held by Scotland in unimpressive Euro 2020 display

John Stones hit the post early on but Scotland went close through Stephen O’Donnell and Lyndon Dykes.

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Jun 18th 2021, 10:12 PM

# Gearing Up

Jack Grealish trains away from main group as England prepare for Scotland clash

It’s understood that the 25-year-old trained on his own to build full fitness after a shin injury.

21.9k

Jun 15th 2021, 3:57 PM

# schick strike

Watch: An early contender for Goal of the Tournament at the Euros

The astonishing long-range Patrik Schick effort doubled the Czechs’ lead against Scotland

45.3k

Jun 14th 2021, 5:04 PM

# Boost

Ireland earn vital win to close in on World Cup qualification

Naomi Carroll’s 46th-minute goal set up a big victory against Scotland.

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Jun 7th 2021, 3:04 PM

# Positive Step

Depleted Scotland claim encouraging draw against Holland

Memphis Depay scored a late equaliser to deny Steve Clarke’s side.

3.6k

Jun 2nd 2021, 10:07 PM

# surge

Scotland pauses easing of restrictions as third wave anticipated

Nicola Sturgeon said the country is still at a “delicate and fragile point”.

41.0k

Jun 1st 2021, 9:55 PM

# Selection

Uncapped trio, including Chelsea midfielder, named in Scotland Euros squad

Billy Gilmour, Nathan Patterson and David Turnbull have been selected in 26-man provisional squad.

4.7k

May 19th 2021, 4:00 PM

# indyref

Sturgeon makes fresh pledge on independence referendum as she's re-elected as Scotland's first minister

“With independence, the decisions that shape our future will lie with us,” she said today.

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May 18th 2021, 10:46 PM

# Scotland

Majority for Scottish National Party still uncalled, but Nicola Sturgeon 'almost certain' of win

The results of some constituency seats still need to be announced.

25.7k

May 7th 2021, 10:30 PM

# Counting Votes

Nicola Sturgeon calls ex-deputy leader of Britain First ‘racist’ in tense confrontation

Counting has begun for the Scottish parliamentary election, with results expected tomorrow.

22.8k

May 7th 2021, 9:47 AM

# Scotland

Leigh Griffiths leaves it late as Celtic snatch draw at Aberdeen

Elsewhere Liam Craig scored a late penalty as St Johnstone denied Rangers

2.6k

Apr 21st 2021, 10:00 PM

# local knowledge

Mighty Thunder records famous ‘home win’ in Scottish National

Lucinda Russell-trained eight-year-old races to glory under Tom Scudamore.

3.7k

Apr 18th 2021, 4:08 PM

# Jim Goodwin

Ex-Ireland international suspended in Scotland after criticising match official

The St Mirren boss had claimed referee Don Robertson “cost” his side a place in the top six.

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Apr 15th 2021, 8:26 PM

# Scotland

Celtic warm up for Rangers clash with their biggest win of the season

It was an encouraging performance for interim boss John Kennedy as they hit Livingston for six.

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Apr 10th 2021, 6:22 PM

# the good information project

Scotland and its elections are key to the union and to a united Ireland

Northern Ireland’s place in the Union could be decided for it, if Scotland decides its future is better in the EU, rather than the UK.

42.6k

Apr 4th 2021, 8:30 AM

# Across the water

Jamie McGrath's brace helps St Mirren to comfortable win as Meathman's superb season continues

The former Dundalk star has been immense for St Mirren.

3.3k

Apr 3rd 2021, 5:57 PM

# Crime and Punishment

Finn Russell given three-match ban over red card against France

The out-half was dismissed late in the second half at the Stade de France.

7.7k

Mar 29th 2021, 8:28 PM

# honours even

Ryan Fraser’s second-half strike earns a point for Scotland in Israel

Fraser struck 11 minutes into the second half to earn Scotland a 1-1 draw in front of around 5,000 fans at the Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv.

2.2k

Mar 28th 2021, 10:02 PM

Gregor Townsend hails Scotland spirit after ending long wait for win in France

Scotland had not claimed an away victory over France since 1999.

4.5k

Mar 27th 2021, 11:16 AM

# Drama

Scotland win at the death against France as Wales claim Six Nations title

Scotland won 27-23 at the Stade de France while Wales become Six Nations champions. Ireland finish third.

50.7k

Mar 26th 2021, 10:07 PM

# grand finale

'It’s beginning to hack me off' – Hogg hurt by France's trophy talk

Scotland can secure their highest-ever Six Nations finish with an eight-point win over Les Bleus.

10.6k

Mar 25th 2021, 5:53 PM

# Holyrood

Sturgeon misled Holyrood committee over Salmond investigation, report finds

The Committee on the Scottish Government Handling of Harassment Complaints has published its report.

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Mar 23rd 2021, 9:21 AM

# Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon did not breach ministerial code, investigation finds

The probe was carried out by Ireland’s former director of public prosecutions.

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Mar 22nd 2021, 4:46 PM

# Scotland

Scottish minister says vote for independence will take place at the end of Covid pandemic

Scotland’s constitution secretary said such a vote will be held ‘when the time is right’.

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Mar 21st 2021, 4:11 PM

# Vote

Scottish independence would be like Brexit on a rocket to Mars, Lib Dem leader warns

Scottish party leader Willie Rennie said now is not the time for another referendum on the issue.

26.6k

Mar 20th 2021, 6:52 PM

# Holyrood

Alex Salmond inquiry finds Nicola Sturgeon misled Scottish parliament

The finding is likely to lead to further pressure on the Scottish National Party leader.

26.7k

Mar 18th 2021, 10:14 PM

# Switch

Former England U20 striker Che Adams set to make Scotland debut

The Southampton player has been named in Steve Clarke’s squad for the World Cup qualifiers.

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Mar 16th 2021, 1:57 PM