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Former Scottish health secretary Jeane Freeman dies aged 72
The former SNP politician was a key figure in the Scottish government's response to the Covid pandemic.
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Jeane Freeman: SNP politician who led Covid response
The former SNP politician spent her life in public service and inherited the health brief just before the global pandemic.
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Scotland's papers: Mandelson latest and tourist tax Fringe snub
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.
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Years after coming out as Scotland's only gay footballer, I'm so much happier
The former striker now devotes his time to championing others as a public speaker and activist.
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'A lot of people felt ownership over my mum - my grief didn't feel my own'
Ashley Storrie's popular BBC sitcom Dinosaur is returning for a second season.
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'My life was transformed when I got rare sheep disease on holiday'
Caithness famer Sally Crowe was left bedbound for almost two years and struggled with the after-effects of Q fever for more than a decade.
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The Scottish rugby player so good a match was named after him
Arthur Smith from Castle Douglas combined his rugby exploits with academic and business success.
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Must-win for Scots - as alternative doesn't bear thinking about
Tom English previews a must-win match for Scotland, as the alternative does not bear thinking about.
News Headlines
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Police search properties linked to Mandelson over Epstein investigation
The former ambassador to the US and Labour minister is under investigation for misconduct in a public office.
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Their parents are in disgrace, what now for Beatrice and Eugenie?
The princesses will need to step out from their parents' shadow if they are to be an active part of the Royal Family.
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Trump removes video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes
The White House defended the post at first, calling to "stop the fake outrage", as members of both parties condemned the video.
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Wetherspoon dog policy could be breaking the law, watchdog says
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has written to the pub chain after complaints from disabled customers.
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I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body
BBC health correspondent James Gallagher gets his blood analysed to understand how air pollution is killing us.
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Milan-Cortina Games begin with vibrant opening ceremony
Andrea Bocelli and Mariah Carey perform as part of vibrant opening ceremony for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
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Minister used PR firm to investigate journalists' sources
Cabinet office minister Josh Simons commissioned APCO Worldwide for the investigation in 2023.
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Mandelson suggested holiday home for 'privacy' of Epstein 'guests'
Former Labour Party peer tells sex offender he found "a great place to stay" with "privacy", a document suggests.
Entertainment News
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Graham Norton joins star cast of Taylor Swift's new video
The video for Opalite was inspired by Norton's chat show, after Swift appeared on the sofa last year.
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Their parents are in disgrace, what now for Beatrice and Eugenie?
The princesses will need to step out from their parents' shadow if they are to be an active part of the Royal Family.
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Julia Donaldson reveals new character and title for third Gruffalo book
The upcoming edition of the popular children's picture book sees the introduction of Gruffalo Granny.
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Artist Andy Goldsworthy on gathering gravestones: This is my best work yet
For years he was overlooked by the art world - now he's been approached to create a piece for a new art prize.
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TV licence fee to rise by £5.50 to £180 from April
The cost of a TV licence currently increases in line with inflation each year until 2027.
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Sir Elton calls press intrusion into his baby son 'truly sickening'
The musician says his privacy was breached in relation to health issues and the birth of his son.
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Lord of the Flies star, 10, made 'friends for life' on set
Alfie Kiely spent three months in Malaysia while shooting Lord of the Flies, playing one of the "Littluns".
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Lola Young announces first gig since collapsing on stage
The Messy singer says she will play a "small intimate show" at the London Palladium in March.
Local News
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St Johnstone sign hat-trick of new forwards during January transfer window
Signings include Josh Fowler, Ruari Paton and Alfie Agyeman.
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Bridge closure scheduled between Aberfeldy and Kenmore
The Taymouth Burn Bridge on the A827 will be closed between 9.30am and 3.30pm on Wednesday, 4th February.
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Overnight road closures scheduled between Crieff and Comrie
The A85 between Crieff and Comrie will be subject to overnight closures from Thursday, 29th January to Tuesday, 3rd February.
Traffic & Travel
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Bridge closure scheduled between Aberfeldy and Kenmore
The Taymouth Burn Bridge on the A827 will be closed between 9.30am and 3.30pm on Wednesday, 4th February.
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Overnight road closures scheduled between Crieff and Comrie
The A85 between Crieff and Comrie will be subject to overnight closures from Thursday, 29th January to Tuesday, 3rd February.
Station Updates
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Perthshire radio presenter wins national award
Lewis Ness, a local radio presenter with Heartland FM, has been included in The Radio Academy ‘30 Under 30’,

