European Commission propose 'Covid-19 passports'

Mar 2, 2021

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European Commission propose 'Covid-19 passports' - here's what it means

The European Commission has confirmed that it will be submitting a proposal for a digital coronavirus vaccination across Europe.

The so-called Digital Green Pass will give a person proof that they have received their coronavirus jag, alongside test results showing that they have had a negative Covid-19 test.

Planning on travelling later this year? Here's what a Covid-19 passport means.

Budget 2021: What will it mean for Scotland?

With the UK budget set to be delivered by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rushi Sunak tomorrow, we've looked at what the announcements could mean for Scotland.

While many of Westminster Budget announcements do not usually apply to Scotland - normally most key areas are devolved to the Scottish parliament - this year's package is set for more significance.

Here's what the Budget could mean for Scotland.

Opinion: 'I stand with Nicola Sturgeon as unionists launch hysterical attacks'

Read our columnist Angus Robertson thoughts on the on-going row surrounding the First Minister amid the Alex Salmond trial.

'Nicola Sturgeon is the most popular leader the SNP has ever had and her standing amongst the general public is miles ahead of her rivals' he writes, as he defends the First Minister.

Read his full column here.

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Graham Falk


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	Bosses of small businesses are highly optimistic their businesses will return to pre-Covid normality by the end of the year, according to a new survey.

Piper, wreath and donation to local foodbank as West Lothian village pay tribute to Captain Sir Tom Moore

A West Lothian mum organised a floral tribute for the late NHS fundraiser which brought the best out of everyone in the village.

Real estate market uncertainty highlights crucial importance of industry education

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Scotland dangles over cliff edge on freedom of speech - Stuart Weir

It’s hard to imagine having anyone around for dinner anymore. But let’s cast our imagination forward to a time when it will be safe to do so. The room is warm with bodies, the table shows signs of great consumption, and laughter is loud and frequent. Until someone says something. One of your guests takes great offence to a comment you make. The humour of the night evaporates as quickly as it arrived as it is clear you have upset this person. It takes a moment to diffuse the tension. But you know that you have injured your friend for the rest of the night.

A trade union has named a Falkirk care home as one of ten to be sold by operator HC-One

Trade union GMB Scotland has named a Falkirk care home as one of those being sold by HC-One.

Download Festival 2021 has been cancelled - what to do it you have tickets

This year’s Download Festival has been cancelled organisers have now confirmed, making it the second year in a row the rock and metal festival will not go ahead due to the Covid pandemic.

Pictured: The UK's messiest cars

From the disgusting to the downright dangerous - a rogues' gallery of the country’s mankiest motors

Celtic legend backed to become next manager as Spanish coach tipped for Parkhead job

Monday’s Scottish football news and gossip

Jeremie Frimpong insists Celtic already have a manager-in-waiting within their ranks as he lifts lid on Parkhead spell

Jeremie Frimpong may have left Celtic, but Celtic hasn’t left him.

Jade Konkel set to miss Six Nations as she trains to be a firefighter

Scotland look set to be without key player Jade Konkel for the upcoming Women’s Six Nations rugby tournament after she stepped back from the sport to begin her training with the London Fire Brigade.

Sonja McLaughlan abuse: Social media companies urged to end anonymity

Television rugby reporter Lauren Jenkins says that social media users must be made to confirm their identity after the BBC’s Sonja McLaughlan was subjected to online abuse following Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations game between Wales and England.

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