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The Scotsman
19 Jul, 2018
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Scots soldiers to be compensated for SNP tax hikes
The UK government will spend £4 million a year to compensate soldiers based in Scotland paying higher taxes under SNP policy.
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More disruption from faults sees Scotrail record worst June punctuality since 2006

The impact of increasing passenger disruption from rail network faults is alarming industry chiefs as figures showed ScotRail punctuality has got worse for nearly a year.

Tom Peterkin: Trump’s double-negative excuse doesn’t not sound unconvincing

The US President’s tortured explanation of his Helsinki blunder – which prompted accusations that he had acted in a treasonous way – does not bode well, writes Tom Peterkin.

Bridge to Australia bolsters FinTech opportunities

Australia and Scotland’s FinTech businesses are perfectly game, set and matched under new initiative

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Kenny MacAskill: Nationalists must push for Brexitref 2 before Indyref 2

Brexit 2 or Indyref 2 have been juxtaposed against each another but why is it one or the other, not both? Now, of course I accept that the thought of another referendum, never mind two, will fill many people with horror, given the closeness of the votes, especially the Brexit one. But, such is life in a democracy.

Plans for Edinburgh Marina progress with £10m loan to snap up more land

An ambitious plan for a key development regenerating a site on Edinburgh’s waterfront has moved a step closer after the agreement of a funding deal.

Sport Update
Celtic star gives disabled fan his shirt after accident

Following Celtic’s Champions League qualification win over Alashkert on Wednesday night Ryan Christie sought out a fan to give him his shirt.

Cove 1 – 2 Hearts: New boys on scoresheet in Hearts’ cup win

Recent signings Olly Lee and Steven MacLean netted debut goals as new-look Hearts made a winning start to their Betfred Cup campaign.

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Dominic Ball returns to Aberdeen on season-long loan deal

Dominic Ball has returned to Aberdeen on a season-long loan.

And finally...
Work to dismantle the Mack continues following Glasgow School of Art fire

Work to dismantle the dangerous parts of the Mackintosh building at Glasgow School of Art is continuing this week, with the aim of stabilising the remaining structure so local residents can return to their homes and businesses.

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