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Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:42:09 +0000
Royal Bank owner "acutely aware" of cost of living crisis amid profit surge
ROYAL Bank of Scotland owner NatWest Group returned to the black last year as the economy continued its recovery from the pandemic, and pledged to commence at £750 million share buyback in the first half of the year.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:48:43 +0000
Full list of school closures in Scotland as Storm Eunice hits
Ministers in Scotland are warning people to only travel if safe to do so

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:29:54 +0000
John Nelms needs to have the last laugh after baffling Dundee fans with Mark McGhee appointment: Graeme McGarry
OK, hear me out. If you can hear me at all over the Schadenfreude-laden laughter from rival fans currently bellowing towards Dens Park.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:40:14 +0000
Douglas Ross defends Tory benefits cuts during Glasgow soup kitchen visit
AS the elements from storm Dudley battered the streets of Glasgow, scores of people queued in the wet and cold in anticipation of a hot meal.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:23:55 +0000
Covid: Scotland cases cited in US Senate claims 'vaccines not working'
A FORMER advisor to the Trump administration has cited Scottish coronavirus data to argue to the US Senate that the "vaccine is driving massive infections in the vaccinated".

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:53:05 +0000
Storm Eunice in Scotland LIVE as traffic and travel face chaos
Parts of the M8 has been forced to shut and schools are closed. Follow the latest on the roads, rail and disruption from Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Disgraced ex-SNP minister Derek Mackay sets up consultancy
THE disgraced former SNP finance secretary Derek Mackay is attempting to embark on a new career as a consultant, the Herald can reveal.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:24:00 +0000
James Finlay: Scots firm's injured tea pickers 'given drugs to mask pain' and keep working
INJURED plantation workers of a Scottish tea firm at the centre of a multi-million pound negligence action were given painkillers to mask the pain they were in to allow them to keep working, it has been alleged.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:08:00 +0000
Prostate cancer diagnoses: Concern for over 600 Scots men not treated
Over 600 Scots are estimated to have prostate cancer but have not sought treatment, a cancer charity has warned.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
David Jamieson excited for Trump Turnberry bow against Samo Jangirov
A NEW venue for David Jamieson to experience but with the same long-term vision to guide him. The Scottish cruiserweight steps into the ring at the Trump Turnberry hotel this evening, looking to stop Samo Jangirov to claim the IBO international cruis...

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Campbeltown distillery plan bids to revive ‘illustrious’ whisky area
By Scott Wright

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Workplace Parking Levy in Glasgow is no war on motorists
THERE'S nothing in life so certain as death, taxes, and that any unpopular fiscal event will be referred to as a tax, even when it's not one.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Kuwaiti Menzies suitor NAS now largest shareholder
THE Kuwaiti suitor for Scottish aviation services business John Menzies has further ramped up the pressure on the Edinburgh firm by buying enough shares to become its largest shareholder.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Batgirl backlash as independent Merchant City venue loses out on road closures
The owner of a Merchant City venue says he has lost thousands of pounds in revenue following road and footpath closures during the filming of the new Batgirl movie in Glasgow.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Electricity and gas bills - pitiful response: Ian McConnell
IT was difficult to know what was more frustrating as the Government announced its pitifully inadequate response

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Covid rules: Scottish universities want ministers to back off
Universities want ministers to back off and let them determine their own Covid risk assessments, amid complaints from students about the impact of current pandemic safety measures.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:34:15 +0000
13 dogs electrocuted to death amid Met Office Storm Eunice weather warnings
The pedigree pups were electrocuted when a power line crashed onto their kennel block.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
North Coast 500 route hotels group offers discounts to locals within 15 miles
By Ian McConnell

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Clydeport owner makes management team changes
FORMER Clydeport chief executive Tom Allison, who is a director of Celtic football club, is stepping down as chairman of Peel Ports amid major leadership changes at the group which he helped build.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Glasgow's Archbishop-Elect William Nolan on the 'scandal' of Trident
The new leader of Scotland’s largest Catholic community has described the billions spent annually maintaining nuclear weapons in the UK as a “scandal” amid rising poverty and the cost of living crisis.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:54:38 +0000
Storm Eunice: What is a Sting Jet amid Met Office warning
The so-called Great Storm in October 1987, which claimed 18 lives, is the most famous example of a sting jet forming, the forecaster said.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Aberdeen says hydrogen-fuelled lorry will help cut emissions
ABERDEEN is set to use the first hydrogen-fuelled bin lorry in the UK as its city council bids to reduce emissions associated with the delivery of services.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Aker Solutions may create renewables jobs in Aberdeen
NORTH Sea oil services heavyweight Aker Solutions expects to create 200 jobs in its UK operations as it looks to use its expertise to help it win work in sectors such as offshore wind.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Letters: Here's why many in Scotland hold Nicola Sturgeon in contempt
RUTH Marr (Letters, February 16) suggests that Boris Johnson should have taken the trouble to meet the people who live, work and vote in Scotland as they hold him in contempt.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:30:36 +0000
A new world of work
The s1jobs Recruitment Awards will take place on Thursday, 14 April and once again this annual event for the HR sector will highlight the individuals and organisations that are doing outstanding work in the field of opportunity and recruitment.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:14:43 +0000
Storm Eunice updates: All weather warnings in effect - and when they end
The Met Office said there is a risk of “flying debris resulting in danger to life” and “damage to buildings and homes".

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:10:00 +0000
Wordle 244: What is today's Wordle? February 18 hints
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
The Diary: Baffled by the name Bob
Meanspirited moniker

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Issue of the day: The secrets of Stonehenge
ONE of the world's most famous archaeological sites, Stonehenge has always been shrouded in mystery. Now a new exhibition aims to reveal the secrets of the ancient stone circle.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Camley's Cartoon: Olympic curling success goes down a storm
Our cartoonist Steven Camley's take on the Olympic success of the Scots curlers.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:37:30 +0000
Storm Eunice: Met Office, National Highways and RAC issue urgent warning to drivers
Certain motorists will be “particular high risk” when travelling in severe conditions amid Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
The Burrell: We can only pray the radical £68m makeover pays off, says Clare Henry
DESIGNED in 1971, open in 1983, The Burrell put Glasgow on the map. It was beautiful, modern, full of light, air, space – and art. While the art was remarkable and the architecture exceptional, its political significance cannot be overstated, leadi...

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Michael Settle: London's dirty money laundromat hampers fight to stop Russian invasion of Ukraine
IT’S been dubbed Londongrad, for years the laundromat of choice for Vladimir Putin and his cronies, enabling them to clean their dodgy Russian money through the UK capital.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:38:27 +0000
Storm Eunice: Do I get paid if I can't get to work?
The Met Office said there is a risk of “flying debris resulting in danger to life”.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:38:56 +0000
When will Storm Eunice hit? Track the storm as UK prepares for arrival
The Met Office has issued red weather warning while the public are urged to stay at home with the Army placed on standby.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 22:00:43 +0000
Celtic player ratings after disappointing Europa Conference League defeat to Bodo/Glimt
Joe Hart 5

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 22:00:00 +0000
George Horne determined to work way back into Scotland squad with Glasgow Warriors game-time
IT isn’t where he wants to be, but George Horne is determined to make the most of getting some regular game-time for Glasgow Warriors during this Six Nations window in order to elbow his way back into international contention.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 17:10:16 +0000
'Dismal': Unions call for SNP strategy after number of Scottish green jobs declines
TRADE union bosses have called for the Scottish Government to draw up a new strategy for green jobs after statistics shows the number of Scots employed in low carbon industries has fallen.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:56:51 +0000
Scottish Government right to allow trans self-ID in census question, court rules
The Scottish government were justified to allow transgender people to select their identified gender in the upcoming census, one of the country’s most senior civil courts has ruled.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:38:01 +0000
Ayrshire's family-run Storm Dental sold

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:04:41 +0000
Priti Patel announces closure of Golden Visa scheme after corruption fears raised
THE HOME secretary has closed a VIP visa scheme for wealthy investors over fears of Russian exploitation in the UK.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:25:38 +0000
Edinburgh Council set to approve citywide Airbnb short-term let control area
ALL Airbnb properties in Edinburgh not being used as a home are set to be required to obtain planning permission after city officials recommended “to designate the entire council area as a short-term let control area”.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:34:59 +0000
Kirsty Hughes: An independent Scotland may benefit by joining the Euro
AN independent Scotland should consider joining the Euro if it becomes a member of the European Union, according to a leading expert.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:38:19 +0000
Celtic v Bodo/Glimt: Our writers give their predictions ahead of Europa Conference League tie
CELTIC will make their first appearance in the Europa Conference League this evening as they welcome Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt to Glasgow for the first leg of thier knock-out tie.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:22:33 +0000
Police Scotland becomes first in UK to issue drug overdose spray to officers
POLICE Scotland is becoming the first force in the UK to issue all of its officers with the anti-overdose spray naloxone - despite initial concerns from some officer representatives.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:34:21 +0000
Storm Eunice: Met Office upgrade warning to red alert
The Met Office have upgraded weather warnings all across the country as Storm Eunice gets ready to batter the UK

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:24:25 +0000
Fresh attempt to force publication of No.10 partygate evidence launched by MPs
A NEW push to find out if Boris Johnson or senior officials are given fines by the police has been launched by the Liberal Democrats.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:00:11 +0000
'Golden visas' for wealthy investors to be scrapped over Russian exploitation fears
VISAS for wealthy investors are expected to be scrapped by the UK Government over fears of the links between Russia and the UK.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:38:06 +0000
Brian Maley: Third person arrested to face Glasgow Sheriff Court today
Police confirmed a third person will face court today, after a man and a woman were arrested yesterday.

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:47:19 +0000
Borussia Dortmund v Rangers: Our writers give their predictions for Europa League clash
IT is no secret that Rangers face a daunting task as they prepare to face Borussia Dortmund for the first leg of their Europa League knockout clash in Germany.



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