From cycle schemes to shared gardens, communities have proven Scotland’s vacant and derelict land can be transformed - but red tape, a lack of resources and now the pandemic are leaving thousands of acres unused.
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The Auld Enemy defeated in their own backyard

We all need something to smile about at the moment, and on Saturday the Scotland rugby team gave us all a reason to cheer.

England had talked the talk in the build-up to the Calcutta Cup. Scrum-half Ben Youngs had warned of the “wave of white shirts” that was ready to engulf the visitors at Twickenham. Eddie Jones wondered aloud if Scotland would be able to handle the pressure in “their biggest game of the year”.

Fortunately for Scots, the national side were more than ready for the challenge. 

Here's how Scotland stormed Twickenham in the Six Nations to end 38 years of hurt and this is how our sports editor rated each of the players in this historic victory.

Remember, we're offering 20% off all Scotsman Sport subscriptions for the duration of the Six Nations. Details here.

 

The push to reclaim Scotland’s abandoned land

From cycle schemes to shared gardens, communities have proven Scotland’s vacant and derelict land can be transformed - but red tape, a lack of resources and now the pandemic are leaving thousands of acres unused.

A visible legacy of Scotland’s industrial history, vacant and derelict land (VDL) is largely concentrated in urban areas like Glasgow, creating problems that run much deeper than simple aesthetics.

Sarah Wilson explores how Scots are fighting back to reclaim this lost land.

 

Growing fears over Scots quarantine regime

The Scottish Government is facing calls for urgent action to ensure a tough new quarantine regime is ready in time amid claims many operators are still in the dark.

Health Secretary Jeane Freeman would not say whether any hotel rooms have yet been booked for the new system which will see people entering Scotland forced to quarantine in approved hotels for 10 days.

Operators of the country's biggest airports also say that they don’t know how the plans, which come into force in a week, will work.

 

Staycation hideaways

Lockdown restrictions remain in place and non-essential travel is not permitted..but that doesn't stop us from dreaming about our next break.

These amazing rental homes with coastal views in Scotland are available to rent after lockdown

 

 

 
     
  “Not a problem, but an opportunity”: The push to reclaim Scotland’s abandoned land  
     
  From cycle schemes to shared gardens, communities have proven Scotland’s vacant and derelict land can be transformed - but red tape, a lack of resources and now the pandemic are leaving thousands of acres unused.  
     
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The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across the central belt and east coast this week
 
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across the central belt and east coast that is set to remain in place until Wednesday, February, 10, at 11.59pm.
 
     
     
 
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Argyll schoolboys save OAP’s life thanks to Heartstart project
 
Two primary school pupils who were trained in first aid by a Rotarian volunteer have saved the life of an OAP who collapsed while rushing out to buy a morning paper.

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SNP's sleekit Spaces for People plans show what's wrong with the party's political instincts – Robert Aldridge
 
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'Ridiculous' delay to speed awareness courses launch six years after Scottish Government backing
 
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Dorothy Perkins, Wallis and Burton’s 214 stores to close with 2,450 jobs lost in £25m Boohoo takeover
 
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B&Bs are being let down by the Scottish Government - Readers' Letters
 
Scottish B&Bs are lacking the support that English B&Bs are receiving and feel under the cosh from the Scottish Government during this pandemic.
 
     
     
 
 
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‘Are ye dancin’?’: 1960-69: When Scotland's youth took control
 
They were ten glorious years when Scotland’s youth consigned the big band era to the past to forge a brand new kind of night scene – one we might recognise today.
 
 
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When Bible John's reign of terror struck fear into Glasgow's dancing youth
 
As the Swinging Sixties came rumbling to a close, there emerged in Glasgow’s night scene a sinister element that would strike fear into the hearts of the city’s young females.
 
 
     
     
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  Scotland beat England at Twickenham for the first time in 38 years  
     
  Scotland delivered the result their fans have been waiting 38 long years for with a thrilling 11-6 victory over England in their Six Nations opener at Twickenham.  
     
     
 
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How Scotland players rated in stunning Six Nations win 11-6 over England
 
Scotland triumphed in their opening Six Nations clash – winning at Twickenham for the first time in 38 years.
 
 
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Fraser Brown: England focused way too much on Finn Russell and it created space for Cam Redpath and others
 
Scotland blew England away at Twickenham on Saturday, they were in complete control for the entire game. However, what will please both the coaches and players is that they did so whilst still making a number of errors, particularly in the first half - so there’s still plenty to work on and lots of areas in which they can improve leading into the Wales game this weekend.
 
 
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Cam Redpath reveals the ‘massive’ part Stuart Hogg played in his Scotland decision
 
England’s loss was Scotland’s gain when Cam Redpath picked the thistle over the rose and the inside centre has revealed how Stuart Hogg played a key role in his decision.
 
 
     
     
   
     
   
     
     
 

     
   
   
   
 
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