Tag: scottish parliament

Retailers meet MSPs to discuss challenges facing the sector

Business

Christine Lavelle - November 17, 2010

A SUMMIT was held at the Scottish Parliament today to allow business owners from across the country to flag-up issues surrounding their £24 billion...

Police chief's anticipation of Pope's four-day-visit to Scotland

Christine Lavelle - September 2, 2010

By Christine Lavelle ONE of the men in charge of policing the Pope’s visit to Scotland later this month said he anticipated an “extraordinary” event. Pope...

Two thirds of Scots want "cruel" snares outlawed

Politics

Deadline News Journalist - July 22, 2010

By Michael MacLeod A WOMAN whose dog was caught in a vicious snare has joined growing calls for Scotland to lead the way in banning...

Advocates for Animals Step Up Calls For Ban On Snares

Shaun Milne - July 20, 2010

By Shaun Milne ANIMAL welfare supporters are stepping up their call for a ban on snares by launching a new campaign at the Scottish Parliament...

Miralles widow fears new anti-terror door will "rupture" Holyrood

Deadline News Journalist - June 27, 2010

By Michael MacLeod A BIDDING war to build a new anti-terrorist security entrance to the Scottish Parliament has been criticised by the widow of the...