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The Scotsman
29 Aug, 2018
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Jo Swinson on why the political fight over sexual misconduct allegations made against former First Minister Alex Salmond may be harming the justice process

New technology will allow firefighters to tackle blazes by being able to blast water through concrete and steel

Education secretary John Swinney has confirmed a host of questions for P1 tests will be updated, but the examinations will not be axed by the Scottish Government
Jo Swinson: Political fight over Salmond allegations may harm justice
People who have been sexually harassed at work may be discouraged from coming forward to make complaints about high-profile political figures, warns Jo Swinson MP.
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New technology allows firefighters to tackle blazes through walls

Firefighters will be able to tackle fires from outside a burning building using technology that can blast water through concrete and steel.
Scotland’s ‘pirate’ seabirds vanishing due to lack of food

Food shortages caused by climate change could wipe out rare Arctic skuas in Scotland, according to new research.
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

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Nicola Sturgeon joins nationwide quest to reunite woman with gift from late husband

The First Minister has joined the search to help a young widow find a precious book inscribed with a message from her late husband.
Scots P1 tests to be overhauled – but not axed

Controversial tests for  P1 children in Scotland are to be overhauled to make the questions more "familiar" to youngsters - but will not be axed
‘Greedy landlords’ to blame for House of Fraser closures, says new owner

House of Fraser is set to announce a spate of store closures this week, with new owner Mike Ashley blaming “greedy landlords” for potentially hundreds of job losses.
Sport Update
Andy Murray changes his regime to give his body a break

It may not take long before Andy Murray gets sick of this. Every time he steps off the court, he is faced with a barrage of questions about his hip, his health, his fitness and his chances of getting back to the top.
Decision time for Scottish FA: will it be Hampden or Murrayfield?

The Scottish FA board were last night contemplating whether to retain Hampden Park as the national football stadium or take the radical decision to move to Murrayfield, home of Scottish rugby.
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Two former Kilmarnock stars set for Rugby Park return – reports

Kilmarnock are looking to bring both Robbie Muirhead and Aaron Tshibola back to the club, according to the Scottish Sun.
Hearts re-sign Manchester United’s Demetri Mitchell on loan

Manchester United full-back Demetri Mitchell has rejoined Hearts on loan.
Celtic in the hunt to sign Manchester City midfielder Douglas Luiz

Celtic are considering a move for Manchester City midfielder Douglas Luiz, according to the Scottish Sun.
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Edinburgh residents deserve free festival tickets as show of good will, say Tories

Edinburgh residents should be compensated for the disruption of festival season with cheap tickets, the Scottish Tories have urged.
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