Tag: scottish parliament

Mother of dog-bite victim welcomes new bill

Deadline News Journalist - June 23, 2009

By Alexander Lawrie THE mum of a toddler who had his face ripped open by a neighbour’s pet yesterday welcomed a new Bill lodged at...

Archbishop Tutu to speak at General Assembly

Deadline News Journalist - May 15, 2009

By ALEXANDER LAWRIE NOBEL Peace Prize winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu has been invited to speak in front of the Church of Scotland’s annual General Assembly...

Californian police chief showers praise on Scottish police

Deadline News Journalist - May 12, 2009

By Oliver Farrimond A CALIFORNIAN top cop has heaped praise on Scottish police forces, saying that Scots should be “very proud” of their work. Jim Bueermann,...

Stunt biker wows the internet

Deadline News Journalist - April 21, 2009

By ALEXANDER LAWRIE A SCOTS stunt cyclist has attracted millions of online fans who are amazed at his dangerous stunts and jumps. Danny Macaskill, made his...

Sir Fred Was Pinball Wizard

Deadline News Journalist - April 13, 2009

By ALEXANDER LAWRIE DISGRACED banker Sir Fred Goodwin was an “unremarkable” student – because he wasted his time at university addicted to pinball machines. The vilified...

New Edinburgh Festival programme causes storm

Deadline News Journalist - March 26, 2009

By Alexander Lawrie EDINBURGH International Festival organisers have come under fire after unveiling their new programme – which features neds urinating and vomiting on the...

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