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Alex Cole-Hamilton named new Scottish Liberal Democrats leader

Alex Cole-Hamilton named new Scottish Liberal Democrats leader

Willie Rennie stood down from the top job last month after 10 years.

Ex-interpreter fears being killed by Taliban over loyalty to British forces

Ex-interpreter fears being killed by Taliban over loyalty to British forces

He previously worked for the British armed forces in 2010 and has been on the run from the Taliban for ten years.

Two Green MSPs to become Government ministers in ‘historic’ deal with SNP

Two Green MSPs to become Government ministers in ‘historic’ deal with SNP

Hailing the deal, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said it was a chance to do “politics and governance better”.

Afghanistan situation ‘shameful ending’ to mission, former Nato head says

Afghanistan situation ‘shameful ending’ to mission, former Nato head says

The Labour peer said the events in Afghanistan will weaken the Nato alliance.

Billionaire tycoon loses legal bid against space port in Scottish Highlands

Billionaire tycoon loses legal bid against space port in Scottish Highlands

A company owned by Asos majority shareholder Anders Povlsen had tried to overturn planning permission for the site.

Plymouth gunman Jake Davison kept shotgun after admitting assault

Plymouth gunman Jake Davison kept shotgun after admitting assault

Jake Davison, 22, only had his weapon seized three months later when a complaint was made directly to police, an independent watchdog said.

OnlyFans sex workers plan to find alternative platform amid explicit content ban

OnlyFans sex workers plan to find alternative platform amid explicit content ban

Online subscription service to ban sexually explicit images and videos from October.

Afghanistan: Surge in offers from Britons to host refugees in their homes

Afghanistan: Surge in offers from Britons to host refugees in their homes

Charity Refugees At Home has received more than 100 applications from potential new hosts in the space of 48 hours.

Tin boat charity rower hails ‘wonderful British engineering’ of Falkirk Wheel

Tin boat charity rower hails ‘wonderful British engineering’ of Falkirk Wheel

Michael Stanley, 80, rowed along the Scottish landmark as part of his challenge on his home-made Tintanic II vessel.

UK sanctions seven Russian nationals linked to Navalny poisoning

UK sanctions seven Russian nationals linked to Navalny poisoning

The FCDO said it believes the sanctioned individuals were ‘directly responsible’ for planning or carrying out the attack on Alexei Navalny in 2020.

The Worst Witch author Jill Murphy dies aged 72

The Worst Witch author Jill Murphy dies aged 72

The writer was also well known for her Large Family series and her picture books.

Cricketer Joe Root and footballer Ben Chilwell back vaccine volunteer campaign

Cricketer Joe Root and footballer Ben Chilwell back vaccine volunteer campaign

NHS Volunteer Responders said more stewards are needed to help out at vaccination sites.

Competition regulator raises concerns over Nvidia purchase of Arm

Competition regulator raises concerns over Nvidia purchase of Arm

The US tech firm’s purchase of the British computer chip designer requires further investigation, the CMA has said.

Two Green MSPs to become Government ministers as party agrees deal with SNP

Two Green MSPs to become Government ministers as party agrees deal with SNP

The move cements the pro-independence majority in the Scottish Parliament.

Stormy Saturday brings threat of floods and power cuts

Stormy Saturday brings threat of floods and power cuts

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for heavy showers and thunder in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Chris Whitty warns of ‘very sick’ Covid patients as he urges people to get a jab

Chris Whitty warns of ‘very sick’ Covid patients as he urges people to get a jab

The medic told how people ‘regret delaying’ their vaccination.

MPs demand urgent safety review of refugee accommodation after boy’s death

MPs demand urgent safety review of refugee accommodation after boy’s death

The Afghan five-year-old fell from a window at the hotel where his family were being housed in Sheffield.

EDL founder Tommy Robinson ‘very angry and agitated’ at journalist’s home

EDL founder Tommy Robinson ‘very angry and agitated’ at journalist’s home

The case was adjourned to later this month.

Greens should lose FMQs slot after striking agreement with SNP, demand Tories

Greens should lose FMQs slot after striking agreement with SNP, demand Tories

The decision on whether the Greens will retain their question will be made by the Presiding Officer, Alison Johnstone.

Morrisons takeover: Who wants to buy the supermarket and why?

Morrisons takeover: Who wants to buy the supermarket and why?

Investors are preparing for a further bid for the supermarket, with the share price for the firm currently ahead of the offer value.

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