MSP seeks answers from PM over EU franchise
Independent MSP Jean Urquhart has written to the Prime Minister seeking an explanation over the so-called EU franchise, which she suggested could be seen as…
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Nordic art comes to museum
There’s no need to fret if you missed out on the chance to see this year’s Nordic art exhibition, shown as part of the Edinburgh…
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Politicians oppose plans to sell final Royal Mail share
Politicians from various parties have condemned news the government plans to sell off its last remaining slice of Royal Mail, announced this week by Chancellor…
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Urquhart backs local papers
Independent Highlands and Islands MSP Jean Urquhart has called for greater diversity and accountability of the national media, and stressed the importance of well-supported local…
READ FULL STORYUrquhart: Viking decision is great news
Independent Highlands and Islands MSP Jean Urquhart has welcomed the “great news” that progress can be made on the Viking Energy windfarm.
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Call for federal Britain as way ahead
Better Together supporter councillor Theo Smith was “obviously delighted” with the referendum result but called for greater devolution of powers, or independence would become an
READ FULL STORYWomen for independence group launched
The newly-formed Shetland Women for Independence held their public launch in Islesburgh on Thursday night.
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Fight for fair deal, Urquhart urges
Post Office mortgages will be available to some folk in Shetland following a change in policy.
READ FULL STORYNo justification for mortgage ‘discrimination’
Highlands and Islands MSP Jean Urquhart has demanded an explanation as to why folk in the Scottish Islands, bar Skye, cannot apply for a Post…
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