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Brexit, Economy, News, Politics, Scottish Government, Uncategorized

No Deal Hinders Scotland’s Economy

By Scott McLeod A no-deal Brexit would be damaging to Scotland’s economy and public finances, a Holyrood committee has warned. In a unanimous, cross-party report, the Finance and Constitution Committee said the UK leaving the EU without a deal is not in Scotland’s national interest. https://www.parliament.scot/S5_Finance/Reports/Budget_Report_201920_-_FINAL.pdf The report warns Scotland’s finances are exposed to volatility and risk through the operation of the fiscal framework – … Continue reading No Deal Hinders Scotland’s Economy

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Football, Sport

Chelsea beat Tottenham 5-4 on penalties

By Jacob Toland Chelsea sealed their place in the Carabao Cup final last night by defeating Tottenham Hotspur 4-2 on penalties after the two-legged affair finished 2-2. Maurizio Sarri hopes Chelsea have overcome their motivational issues after advancing to the Carabao Cup final at the expense of Tottenham. Sarri criticised his players’ poor performance at Arsenal and singled out Eden Hazard as “not a leader” on the … Continue reading Chelsea beat Tottenham 5-4 on penalties

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Education, Politics

SNP member teacher blasts the Scottish Government’s record on education

By Jack Ewing   In a letter to the First Minister, published in the Scottish Education Journal, a teacher from Fife criticised the Scottish government saying that he saw ‘little evidence’ of education being a top priority for the government. Dean Scott, from Fife, said the government was using education as a ‘bargaining chip’ and for ‘political point scoring’. Scott, who is an SNP member, … Continue reading SNP member teacher blasts the Scottish Government’s record on education

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Football, KILMARNOCK, Nacho Novo, Rangers, Scotland, Sport, Steven Gerrard, Uncategorized

Should Gerrard keep tinkering?

by Kenny Boag. Rangers lost 2-1 to Kilmarnock at Rugby Park on Wednesday night. A  Rangers  bound Jordan Jones, 66 minute winner was enough to see off Gerrard’s Rangers team that included veteran signings Jermaine Defoe and Steven Davies.   There was a feel good factor for many Rangers fans heading into the game against 3rd placed Kilmarnock. The team had finished the first half … Continue reading Should Gerrard keep tinkering?

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Football, KILMARNOCK, Sport

Kilmarnock FC 2018/19 season so far

By Marc Birch and Lewis Walker Kilmarnock Football Club have enjoyed a successful start to the 2018/19 Scottish Premiership season. Leading them to an unexpected title challenge, in the current campaign. However, with winger Jordan Jones signing a pre-contract agreement with Rangers to join them at the end of the season, and man in form Greg Stewart being recalled from his loan spell by parent … Continue reading Kilmarnock FC 2018/19 season so far

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Football, Scottish Cup, Sport

Auchinleck Talbot v Ayr Utd Preview

By Jacob Toland Video presented by George Connolly Ayr United travel to Auchinleck Talbot in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup this weekend in an Ayrshire derby. The tie marks the first time that the two clubs have met at this level and the television cameras will be there to record the historic occasion. Ayr will go into the game as favourites with Ian … Continue reading Auchinleck Talbot v Ayr Utd Preview

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Politics, Uncategorized

BREXIT PANDEMONIUM: WHAT DO THE PEOPLE THINK?

by Myrren Porter Across Scotland people have been giving their thoughts and reactions following Theresa May’s historic defeat last night in the Commons over her Brexit deal. Senior ministers have insisted that Theresa May is committed to reaching out across party lines to build a Brexit consensus following the crushing defeat of her plan for leaving the EU.  Labour, however, claim that she has had … Continue reading BREXIT PANDEMONIUM: WHAT DO THE PEOPLE THINK?

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Sport

Manny Pacquiao v Adrien Broner live on ITV4 this weekend

By Anthony Evans @anthonyevans97 ITV has another free-to-air world championship fight this Saturday night as Manny Pacquiao defends his WBA (regular) welterweight title against Adrien Broner at the MGM Garand in Las Vegas. The UK broadcaster showcased its first world title fight from over the pond last week when it aired undefeated American Caleb Plant’s unanimous points victory over Jose Uzcategui to claim the IBF … Continue reading Manny Pacquiao v Adrien Broner live on ITV4 this weekend

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