Having a strong opposition to hold the government of the day to account is at all times a prerequisite of a healthy democracy, but rarely is it more important than today when our liberties are being heavily restricted and access to our universal health care provider – the NHS – is denied to us if we happen to have the wrong illness.
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Scottish universities have been warned they are in the legal “firing line” due to the restrictions imposed on students and backed by the Scottish Government over the weekend, our politics reporter Conor Matchett exclusively revealed today. It's a tough situation. New measures saw students being told to stay at home and not socialise in pubs and restaurants or with each other on campus while being expected to work in hospitality or retail if they have jobs in those sectors. Too harsh or simply what needs to be done? Have your say in the comment section here. Opinion section
Is Scottish independence more important than life, liberty and the economy? That's the question our regular columnist Brian Monteith has posed to readers today. Brian also ponders if we are subjecting ourselves to a cure that is worse than the disease. And finally... Looking for the perfect getaway retreat? Well, our property team may have found it. Take a look at this lovely wee castaway cottage for sale next to Scotland's most spectacular beach. You can access EVERY Scotsman article from as little as £3 a month with a digital subscription. Sign up today and support Scottish journalism. | |
| | | | | | | Brian Monteith: Is Scottish independence more important than life, liberty and economy? | | | | | | | | Having a strong opposition to hold the government of the day to account is at all times a prerequisite of a healthy democracy, but rarely is it more important than today when our liberties are being heavily restricted and access to our universal health care provider – the NHS – is denied to us if we happen to have the wrong illness. | | | | | |
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