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Delays, funding and political rows: A9 dualling update explained
One of the biggest issues hanging over the Scottish Government since the SNP came to power in 2007 has been the dualling of the A9 road

The dualling of the A9 is still years behind schedule

The dualling of the A9 is still years behind schedule

'Concern' over funding for A9 dualling after disputes 'significant' in missing target

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs

New Loch Lomond byelaws introduced in bid to reduce poor behaviour

Collins dictionary announces word of the year

Collins dictionary announces word of the year

Collins Dictionary announces Word of the Year for 2024

Donald Trump at his course in Turnberry, South Ayrshire

Donald Trump at his course in Turnberry, South Ayrshire

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Donald Trump responds to 'appalling' John Swinney endorsement of presidential rival

John Swinney and Angela Constance

John Swinney and Angela Constance

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Scottish Government scrap plans for juryless rape trials

Affordable housing

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Greens accuse Scottish Government of 'shameful betrayal' over rent controls

University Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock where the infections were discovered.

University Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock where the infections were discovered.

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Cancer patients to be transferred months after infections linked to mould

Annecy Mountains

Annecy Mountains

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'I was down to my Speedos in the woods with a woman I’d just met'

The former First Minister declared the payment on the official Register of Interests at the Scottish Parliament

The former First Minister declared the payment on the official Register of Interests at the Scottish Parliament

General Election 2024

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Sturgeon paid £25k to work as ITV General Election pundit

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Inappropriate behaviour in cinemas has ramped up in recent years – but why all the laughing?

Inappropriate behaviour in cinemas has ramped up in recent years – but why all the laughing?

Why are you laughing? This is a serious film...

The club overlooks the village of Cardross to the River Clyde

The club overlooks the village of Cardross to the River Clyde

Around the Greens

Cardross Golf Club toasts growth in corporate affiliations

The crime-fighting Shetland detective duo are back for a new series

The crime-fighting Shetland detective duo are back for a new series

Everything you need to know about the new series of Shetland, by Ashley Jensen

Patricia Dillon

Patricia Dillon

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Scotch whisky chief 'completely blindsided' and 'in such shock'

Rachel Reevs on her way to delivering her first Budget

Rachel Reevs on her way to delivering her first Budget

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Andy Maciver: This was a risky Budget at a dangerous time

Shearwater Platform with walkway leading to wellhead jacket. Off the coast of Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014
Colour: blue, yellow

Shearwater Platform with walkway leading to wellhead jacket. Off the coast of Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014
Colour: blue, yellow

Oil giant calls for 'certainty' in wake of Budget tax hike

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The only surprise is how long it took the government to drop juryless rape trials

Free school meals

Free school meals

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First Minister 'considering' free school meals plans ahead of Scottish Budget

Columnists

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'Broken in their grief' Kevin McKenna reports from the funeral of Alex Salmond

Alison Rowat: Chancellor Rachel Reeves and the curious case of the iffy book

Friends and foes' narrative-shaping has failed both sides of Alex Salmond's character

Brian Taylor: Hope and fear – the emotions on display as we stand by for the Budget

Neil Mackay: It’s starting to feel like humanity is one giant suicide cult

Kerry Hudson: An eye-opening (and waistline-expanding) experience on Teardrop Island

Andy Maciver: This was a risky Budget at a dangerous time

Sport

Celtic manager Brandon Rodgers during a UEFA Champions League match

Gary Lineker lists Celtic as potential Champions League surprise package
Former England striker Gary Lineker has acknowledged Celtic as potential dark horses in the UEFA Champions League, despite their rocky start in the tournament.

Auston Trusty and Celtic will now turn their attention to Saturday’s Premier Sports Cup semi-final meeting with Aberdeen

Auston Trusty and Celtic will now turn their attention to Saturday’s Premier Sports Cup semi-final meeting with Aberdeen

Selfless Auston Trusty credits Celtic's 'patience' as they triumph against Dundee

MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND - JANUARY 17: Sky Sports pundit and former Rangers forward Kris Boyd during a Scottish Premiership match between Motherwell and Rangers at Fir Park on January 17, 2021, in Motherwell, Scotland (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND - JANUARY 17: Sky Sports pundit and former Rangers forward Kris Boyd during a Scottish Premiership match between Motherwell and Rangers at Fir Park on January 17, 2021, in Motherwell, Scotland (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

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Rangers fans are 'sick and tired of your guff' Phillip Clement says furious pundit

Stuart Kettlewell knows Motherwell can give anyone a competitive game if they play to their strengths

Stuart Kettlewell knows Motherwell can give anyone a competitive game if they play to their strengths

Motherwell manager wants Motherwell to defy 'expectation' as they strive for final

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - JULY 24: Rangers manager Phlllipe Clement with former Rangers and Birmingham player Barry Ferguson during a Trevor Francis Memorial match between Birmingham City and Rangers at St Andrew's Stadium, on July 24, 2024, in Birmingham,

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - JULY 24: Rangers manager Phlllipe Clement with former Rangers and Birmingham player Barry Ferguson during a Trevor Francis Memorial match between Birmingham City and Rangers at St Andrew's Stadium, on July 24, 2024, in Birmingham,

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Barry Ferguson issues staunch Clement defence as he 'doesn't see' sacking case

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Opinion

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Inappropriate behaviour in cinemas has ramped up in recent years – but why all the laughing?

Inappropriate behaviour in cinemas has ramped up in recent years – but why all the laughing?

Why are you laughing? This is a serious film...

Nicola Sturgeon

Nicola Sturgeon

National government

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Rebecca McQuillan: Uh-oh, is the SNP government coming unstuck again?

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Business

The club overlooks the village of Cardross to the River Clyde

The club overlooks the village of Cardross to the River Clyde

Around the Greens

Cardross Golf Club toasts growth in corporate affiliations

Shearwater Platform with walkway leading to wellhead jacket. Off the coast of Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014
Colour: blue, yellow

Shearwater Platform with walkway leading to wellhead jacket. Off the coast of Aberdeen, Scotland, 2014
Colour: blue, yellow

Oil giant calls for 'certainty' in wake of Budget tax hike

Patricia Dillon

Patricia Dillon

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Scotch whisky chief 'completely blindsided' and 'in such shock'

Former Rangers and Celtic players at Costco in Glasgow to launch Mr Singh's new dine at home range of meals alongside restaurateur Papa Singh. Players included Charlie Miller, Frank MacAvennie, Kris Boyd, Billy Dodds Simon Donnelly and Craig Moore

Former Rangers and Celtic players at Costco in Glasgow to launch Mr Singh's new dine at home range of meals alongside restaurateur Papa Singh. Players included Charlie Miller, Frank MacAvennie, Kris Boyd, Billy Dodds Simon Donnelly and Craig Moore

Famous Glasgow restaurant launches popular curry for home market

The planned development

The planned development

Construction of Scotland’s tallest residential building enters first phase

Scotland to host major new investment summit

Scotland to host major new investment summit

Business Briefing

Scotland to host major new investment summit

Edinburgh Airport

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Airline launches new route from Scotland to historic European city