SNP hopes of a majority at next month’s Holyrood elections continue to fade as another poll shows the party is set to narrowly miss out on returning more than 65 MSPs.
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Sam Shedden
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Good morning,

We're back! You may have noticed there haven't been any emails for a few days. We've been updating our systems here at The Scotsman and, alas, not everything went to plan. Apologies. We're back in business again today.

The biggest event on the horizon is the reopening of the country on Monday, 26 April. Non-essential shops will reopen, pubs will let thirsty punters into beer gardens, your favourite restaurant may open its doors and tourism accommodation can open again. 

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Nicola Sturgeons hopes for SNP majority continue to fade, shows poll

Our exclusive poll conducted with ComRes is grim reading for the SNP.

SNP hopes of a majority at next month’s Holyrood elections continue to fade as figures show the party is set to narrowly miss out on a majority.

The figures remain strong for a party that has governed for 14 years, but loom as a disappointment to those within the party. But what about the other parties?

Here are the full results of the latest polling and how the Scottish Parliament may look.

 

The best places in Scotland for a campervan holiday

Looking to explore the nation's rugged and majestic wilderness? Well, we may have the answer: a campervan break.

As lockdown eases we’ll be able to venture further afield for the much needed escape from city life. And what better way to escape than by hiring a campervan and exploring what Scotland has to offer?

Here are 11 of the most amazing places to have a camping adventure in Scotland

 

Can you travel to Scotland from England?

It's a question many with friends and relatives across the border have been asking for months.

As of right now (Friday 23 April) you must not travel between Scotland and England unless you have a reasonable excuse.

However, regulations are due to be changed next week. Here's what you need to know.

 

Our favourite lochside walks in Scotland

There are over 30,000 lochs in Scotland, ranging from the mighty expanses of Loch Lomond and Loch Ness to tiny unexplored lochans tucked between Highland peaks. Truly, we are spoilt for choice.

With the weather brightening and the nation about to be unlocked we look at some of the most beautiful walks on the banks of Scottish lochs.

Thanks for reading, more stories below.

Sam Shedden, sam.shedden@jpimedia.co.uk

 
     
 
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