Neil McIntosh Editor of The Scotsman

Hello Voornaam,

I normally enjoy reviewing the week in these messages, but I hope you'll forgive me if - today - I look ahead.

Since joining The Scotsman as editor two years ago, under the-then new ownership of National World, we've been consumed by one over-arching goal: understanding what our readers expect of the modern Scotsman, and delivering that to you.

What we heard was that you wanted greater depth - not just the latest news, but intelligent reflection on that news. That you wanted breadth - life in Scotland is, after all, rich with opportunity to enjoy everything from wonderful food and drink to outstanding arts. That you wouldn't mind a little humour, and the lighter side of life - proper writing about television in all its forms, for instance, as well as our award-winning sport coverage.

So, I'm delighted to say that - next week - we will be taking another huge step towards delivering more of what you want when we update the design of The Scotsman in print. From Tuesday, the paper will sport an elegant new look that allows us to deliver our unique, in-depth journalism about Scotland and the world, the analysis and opinion you already enjoy and - pulling out from the middle of the newspaper - Scottish Life, our features pages reimagined as their own section once more, Monday to Friday.

Plenty will not change: our commitment to Scotland's best journalism, or to a broad range of commentators from across the political spectrum, or to having the crossword on page two, and sport on the back page (there are some things that should never change).

The Scotsman's week that was in five stories

- Nicola Sturgeon and Scottish Greens have left a dangerous legacy – Brian Wilson

- Broadcaster condemns Fringe cancellation as events with Humza Yousaf, Alex Salmond and Kate Forbes are confirmed

- Scotland universities: Bill for the SNP's free university tuition policy hits £3bn

- Scotland's royal heartland around Balmoral takes coronation celebrations into its own hands

- What do the latest polls tell us about the SNP slump and Labour revival in Scotland?

It's a piece of work which has taken a talented team months of work to prepare, and we're very proud of the results. Vitally, we hope the new look will meet with your approval.

And, if you are a committed digital reader, we will be continuing the process of improving what we offer online. You may have noticed some changes already: much more is to come there, too, as we look to ensure The Scotsman remains your vital companion through life.

Thank you, as ever, for your support and feedback. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Best wishes,

Neil McIntosh

Editor, The Scotsman