Scotland’s Widening Attainment Gap is a National Shame
The latest figures show Scotland's attainment gap is widening, a grim reality for our young people from deprived areas. I believe this growing inequality undermines…
Opinion
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A Quid for Kindness: Whose Act Is It Anyway?
A pub chain's 'random acts of kindness' initiative, asking customers to add a quid for…
American Flavours in Glasgow
I question what American-inspired food brands truly bring to Glasgow's vibrant culinary scene, when Scotland…
A Dad’s Fight for Every Young Heart
The tragic loss of Christopher Cowe at 15 highlights a silent killer and the incredible…
The Enduring Scars of War, Seen Through a Scottish Lens
I've been reflecting on 'The Railway Man', a powerful WWII film partly shot in Scotland,…
School Leaders’ Plea: Will Holyrood Finally Listen?
Secondary school leaders are calling for urgent action on Scottish education ahead of the 2026…
The £2.29 Protest Against Airline Baggage Fees
A clever traveller found a way to beat exorbitant airline baggage fees by posting her…
Salmond Files: Transparency’s Slow Drip
The release of the 'Salmond Files' documents, after a lengthy FOI battle, highlights ongoing concerns…
The Empty Chair: An Edinburgh Man Vanishes
Gordon Aitken, an Edinburgh man, has been missing for over a month after travelling to…
Another Nail in the Coffin for Our Local Pubs
A Glasgow pub company's liquidation highlights the ongoing struggles for Scotland's hospitality sector. I believe…