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A united response to Reform UK’s attack on Anas Sarwar sends a message in the run-up to the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election | Jennie Kermode @jenniekermode.bsky.social

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A socially vulnerable mother in the United States writes of the dread caused by politicians regarding people like her as unworthy of support | TJ Morgan @tjmorgan.bsky.social

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From a family ceilidh in Canada to a quiet walk in the Highlands decades ago. My Scotland is shaped by memories, places, people, and pride. Wherever you are in the world, if Scotland has left a mark on your story, we’d love to hear it. 📩 Share your story to [email protected]

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The campaign for Glasgow University to divest from arms companies is one of the most prominent student-led movements in recent years | Rosie Miller

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Do you have a Scottish tale to tell? Whether you’re sipping Irn-Bru in Inverness or reminiscing from New Zealand – My Scotland is your space to share what Scotland means to you. ✨ Submit your story to [email protected] #MyScotland #BylinesScot #ScotlandWorldwide

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Labour’s approach on both sides of the border isn’t good for Scotland or the rest of the UK | James Jobson

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Another fascinating story of having a connection with Scotland: My dad was a Drum Major – Scottish music is in my blood Do you have yours? If so get in touch: [email protected]

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SNP minister’s refusal to stop Flamingo Land, the mega-resort development, is an attack on the natural environment and the local community | Charlie McCarthy @charliemac2204.bsky.social

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Listen to @ronniebarbour.bsky.social talking to Juliana da Penha, founder Editor of Migrant Women Press, where they discuss the importance of providing a platform with training & support for migrant women to publish on.

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✏️ Something worthwhile to pencil in the date in your diary with great speakers! @bylinesnetwork.co.uk @jenniekermode.bsky.social

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They deserve all help possible…

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Eurofans rejoice as Austria tops Eurovision 2025, but Israel's participation remains a contentious issue threatening the contest's integrity | Cameron Greer

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A clip from the conversation between @cluthaman.bsky.social and @stephengethins.bsky.social earlier this month.

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Stay Safe From Scams After Cyber Attacks Advice from experts on how to stay safe from scams after retailer cyber attacks northeastbylines.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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@stephengethins.bsky.social and @cluthaman.bsky.social talk about the SNP MP’s hopes with regard to Starmer’s achievements during the UK-EU Summit. Listen to this conversation following the link below or on whichever platform you listen to podcasts.

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Small businesses and the young should be top priority, says SNP MP Stephen Gethins | Martin Roche @cluthaman.bsky.social

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Today is IDAHOBIT – International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia and Transphobia. Why does it still matter? | Jennie Kermode @jenniekermode.bsky.social

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Ocean is a compelling and challenging documentary about the natural world and man’s affect on it | Charlie McCarthy @charliemac2204.bsky.social

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A beautifully written story of someone growing up in Central Fife and now living in Luxembourg. Hope for a proud European Scotland under its own flag If you are connected to Scotland and long for it, write for us. [email protected]

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From December last year. Food for thoughts

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At Perth Art Gallery’s Modern Scots exhibition, two paintings by William MacTaggart and Joan Eardley illustrate the influence of children | Amanda Wheatley

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UK-US trade deal: No, the UK population does not want to buy American food There are currently so many reasons not to go to America – for me, food is at the top of that list

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An article we published last December. Since then US has more than 1000 cases of measles with outbreaks in 11 states RFK Jr.,a vaccine denier, is doing well to his country and the world, isn't he?

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"The crisis in journalism is part of the crisis in information which underpins the crisis in democracy which are all a result of the revolution in communication brought about by new technology platforms. All of which is fuelling the far-right populist politics that are spreading across the world."

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Reform’s success is notable, but Scotland must confront its longstanding democratic deficit, preceding Nigel Farage’s influence | Alec Ross

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Scotland and Canada must forge an energy future that works | Ben Beveridge @proconsul.bsky.social

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“Next time I march with Believe in Scotland, in this United Kingdom of foodbanks and continual erasure of the most basic of human rights, I’ll take my uncle Bill with me in spirit.” A story worthwhile reading in full.

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The absolute reason the #UKgov is failing is its stubborn refusal to transform the UK economy. It might manifest in other reasons for dissatisfaction but all roads lead back to the neoliberal disastrous theory it’s following. It will be worse with #freeports. Here @wpguy.uk Jason Boyd nails it. ⬇️

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Political trust plummets as inequality soars. Our leaders fail to address either crisis. How do we build a more democratic future for Scotland? | Jason Boyd @wpguy.uk

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This time on 'My Scotland' stories, we have Peter asking if someone born in England of Scots parents could join the Scottish football national team. A cheery one! If you have any connection with Scotland, we'd like to hear about it. Contact [email protected]!

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A letter and photograph to a newspaper, published with the hope of finding other loved ones, reached a war widow searching for her husband | Barbara Grigor @bagpix.co.uk

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@stephengethins.bsky.social commenting on job losses in the oil sector in Aberdeen announced yesterday, 7 May 2025 @cluthaman.bsky.social @ronniebarbour.bsky.social

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Now is the time for all good people to come to the aid of our way of life | Martin Roche @cluthaman.bsky.social

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A future of the Highlands and Islands is possible – but only if we have the freedom to act | Alan Seater

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From red stronghold to Reform landslide: election reflections Labour collapsed in the North East. Reform surged. Voters are angry - and they're no longer loyal to any party northeastbylines.co.uk/news/politic...

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Do you have any connection with Scotland and/or make part of a Scottish diaspora? We've been receiving wonderful stories that you can read below! We would love to hear your story, if you have one! Please send it to [email protected]

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One decade on from the historical shift in Scotland’s Westminster politics and things remain as unpredictable as ever | James Jobson

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Ronnie Barbour and Martin Roche discuss the results of the local elections in England and how the rise of Reform could affect the Scottish elections in 2026. @ronniebarbour.bsky.social @cluthaman.bsky.social Also available from Spotify and Apple Podcasts

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Do you have any connection with Scotland and/or make part of a Scottish diaspora? We've been receiving wonderful stories that you can read below! We would love to hear your story, if you have one! Please send it to [email protected]

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Outstanding article on how Labour lost its moral compass bylines.scot/opinion/when... @bylines.scot

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How can the two-child benefit cap be a question of “fairness”? | Richard Haviland @rfhaviland.bsky.social

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A wonderful story that Anna wrote for us three years back. Worthwhile a read.

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Virginia Giuffre has died from suicide at the age 41. What can we do to protect sexual abuse whistleblowers like her? | Jennie Kermode @jenniekermode.bsky.social

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