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The Scotsman
19 Aug, 2019
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Scottish schoolboy fighting for his life after he touched overhead power lines
A 12-year-old schoolboy is fighting for his life in hospital after suffering a massive electric shock when he touched overhead power lines on a railway.
Latest News
Northern Ireland bomb: Police escape injury from Co Fermanagh blast

An explosive device has detonated in Co Fermanagh near police and Army bomb disposal officers that were searching the area.

Derelict land in Scotland could be used for new generation of allotments

Derelict land in urban areas should be used to create a new generation of allotments or city farms to increase local provision of fresh food, a report by a new taskforce has recommended.

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Electoral watchdog insists on assessing any indyref2 question before it is put to voters

The elections watchdog has dealt a blow to Nicola Sturgeon’s bid to stage a quickfire independence referendum with a warning that it must be allowed to assess the question that will be put to voters.

Lesley Riddoch: A modern Highland clearance is being hidden behind a population boom in Inverness

The Highlands population boom is happening in its cities and towns, masking on-going problems, writes Lesley Riddoch.

Sport Update
Scottish Football LIVE: Tom Boyd 12 man comments investigated, Rangers ace left out of squad, €3.5m striker to Old Firm? No Celtic move for €5.5m defender, St Johnstone target signings

Two weeks today. That is when the transfer window closes for Scotland, which means there is still plenty of time for clubs to do their business.

Steven Fletcher considers retiring from Scotland duty

Steven Fletcher is considering international retirement as he waits to discuss his Scotland future with manager Steve Clarke.

Four-point plan to tackle slow play in golf could be bad news for Bryson DeChambeau

The European Tour has announced a four-point plan to tackle slow play.

18 Premier League players Scottish clubs could sign before transfer window closes – from Chelsea flops to ex-Hearts star to Celtic and Rangers options

Scottish football is not shy to dip into the English market for signings. Whether it be a loan of a promising youngster, a flop or an old pro.

And finally...
Glasgow Summer Sessions 2019 in Bellahouston Park: line-up, tickets and banned items

With the Edinburgh Summer Sessions in full swing, it’s Glasgow’s turn to get a taste of the music.

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