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The Scotsman
29 Jun, 2019
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Alex Salmond urges Cineworld to ‘think again’ and screen Robert the Bruce epic in Scotland
Alex Salmond has urged Cineworld chiefs to reconsider their decision not show the new Robert the Bruce biopic in Scotland.
Latest News
This quote from Jeremy Hunt reveals insanity of no-deal Brexit – Brian Wilson

One is spoilt for choice but I suggest the quote of the week to illustrate the surreal nature of the Tory leadership fiasco belongs to Jeremy Hunt, who is supposed to be the relatively sane one.

Botched public sector IT contracts leave big ‘black hole’

Repeated problems with IT contracts across the public sector in Scotland have cost the taxpayer more than £250 million in recent years, analysis has revealed.

Scottish World War II veteran leaves home unaided for first time in 4 years with aid of new ramp

A 98-year old war veteran has been able to leave his home unaided for the first time in four years thanks to a life changing new ramp installed in his property.

Why teachers really do deserve their long summer holiday – Kevan Christie

Teachers often work beyond their stated hours in a job many of us would not want to do, so we shouldn’t begrudge them time off during the summer break, writes Kevan Christie.

Sport Update
Jamie Walker: I didn’t appreciate what I had at Hearts before but I’ll earn my place again

Jamie Walker returned to Hearts and admitted he did not appreciate his life at Tynecastle before his ill-fated move to Wigan Athletic.

Craig Levein: Conor Washington’s pace will bring Hearts up to speed

As the Hearts social media team teased the arrival of a new No 9, fans were reminded
of some of the great strikers
who have pulled on that famous maroon shirt in the past.

Stephen Halliday: Rangers’ season tickets sales are truly remarkable

It is little wonder that Dave King was so effusive in his expression of gratitude to Rangers supporters this week after the announcement of record season ticket sales at Ibrox.

And finally...
Holyrood Week 2019: This is everything the Queen will be doing while in Edinburgh and Scotland

The Queen will embark on her annual visit to Edinburgh this week as she travels around different part of Scotland.

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