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The Scotsman
15 May, 2018
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What is the Brexit Bill powers row and how does it affect Scotland?
We take a look at the key questions around the EU Withdrawal Bill as Holyrood prepares to vote on whether to reject the legislation.
Latest News
Gammon racism row: why people are arguing about gammon

People are currently arguing about whether “gammon” is a racial slur – welcome to politics in 2018.

Ex-Catalan minister Carla Ponsati battles extradition in Edinburgh

Exiled Catalan leader Clara Ponsati was back in Court today battling extradition.

Early age drinking in spotlight

As a major international conference is taking shape, we consider how a global perspective can find ways to tackle issues around alcohol

Promoted by Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP)

Unemployment down by 6,000 in Scotland

Unemployment in Scotland fell by 6,000 in the first three months of the year, new figures show.

Revealed: Survey uncovers what Scots hate most about Scotland

Midge, potholes, and weather such that light cloud cover and temperatures just in double figures is enough to signal “taps aff!” have been unveiled as the things people living in Scotland hate most about their country, in a new poll unveiled today.

8 of the best outdoor wedding venues in and around Edinburgh

Edinburgh doesn’t always get the best weather, but the spring and summer months tend to bring with them a few gorgeous days and weeks.

Robert Burns’ value to Scots economy to be studied by academics

The economic value of Robert Burns to Scotland is to be assessed by university chiefs.

Sport Update
Rumour Mill: Celtic eye Hull ace | Rangers target staying put? | Maclaren on Hibs move

Celticl inked with Uruguayan forward; Rangers target staying put; Maclaren in plea to parent club over Hibs switch and Ajer rejected Bundesliga giants to sign new Celtic deal

Rangers website lists Celtic, Hearts and Hibs players in Ibrox squad

A glitch on the Rangers website has suggested that new manager Steven Gerrard has been busy in the transfer window – signing players from the club’s rivals.

Boost for Glasgow as Leigh Halfpenny ruled out of Pro14 semi-final

Glasgow have been handed a boost ahead of their Guinness PRO14 semi-final with Scarlets on Friday after full-back Leigh Halfpenny was ruled out of the last-four clash.

Scotland boss Alex McLeish wary of altitude in Mexico City

Scotland manager Alex McLeish says “no stone will be left unturned” in preparing his squad to perform at high altitude in Mexico City next month.

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