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Scottish News for 15 January 2013

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MPs back referendum powers order Jan 15 2013

MPs have agreed to hand the Scottish Parliament the powers it needs to hold a referendum on independence.Read

Scotland could face EU obstacles Jan 15 2013

An independent Scotland would face difficult negotiations to join the European Union with existing members extracting "concessions" as a warning to breakaway movements in their own nations, a former top diplomat has predicted.Read

MP slams Connery's backing of SNP Jan 15 2013

It is "nauseating" that rich political donors such as Sir Sean Connery should be allowed to support the Scottish National Party's (SNP) campaign for independence, a Labour MP has claimed.Read

Culture of NHS 'fears litigation' Jan 15 2013

A culture of fear of litigation in the NHS has seen over half of complaints unfairly rejected and left patients and staff feeling ignored, according to a public service watchdog.Read

Scottish Pc wages 'will not be cut' Jan 15 2013

The starting salary for police constables in Scotland will not be cut, even though new recruits in England will see their wages fall by £4,000, according to Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill.Read

Abduction and murder trial delayed Jan 15 2013

The trial of four men accused of abducting, torturing and murdering a businesswoman has been deserted after a jury member withdrew.Read

Minimum alcohol pricing 'hits poor' Jan 15 2013

A legal challenge to the introduction of a minimum price for alcohol is under way with claims that the move will hit poor drinkers and distort the market.Read

Small city hotel voted UK's best Jan 15 2013

An Edinburgh hotel has been voted the UK's best by a popular travel website.Read

Pre-referendum talks 'common sense' Jan 15 2013

Holding talks about Scottish independence before the 2014 referendum is "common sense", the Deputy First Minister has said.Read

Suspected leak closes oil platform Jan 15 2013

Work on a North Sea platform has been suspended and non-essential crew are being removed because of a suspected oil leak.Read

Film 'a rollercoaster' for Ferris Jan 15 2013

Former Glasgow gangster Paul Ferris has said seeing a film about his life on the big screen was "an emotional rollercoaster".Read

Salmon fishing officially begins Jan 15 2013

Dozens of anglers have lined the banks of the River Tay as the salmon fishing season was declared open.Read

'Barely alive' otter now recovering Jan 15 2013

A baby otter found close to death in a car park on New Year's Day is said to be on the road to recovery.Read

City to host street dance events Jan 15 2013

Scotland is to play host to a street dance event which attracts competitors from all over the world.Read

Brown bid to raise Remploy plants Jan 15 2013

Former prime minister Gordon Brown is to speak in the House of Commons for the first time in more than a year.Read

Salmon fishing season under way Jan 15 2013

The salmon fishing season will get under way when anglers cast the first fly on the banks of the River Tay.Read

MSPs 'must learn mistakes of NHS' Jan 15 2013

The public service watchdog is to urge MSPs to ensure the NHS learns from its mistakes and makes sustainable improvements following years of common complaints.Read

Minimum pricing challenged in court Jan 15 2013

A legal challenge to the Scottish Government's controversial legislation on minimum pricing for alcohol is to come before a court.Read

Man dies after falling from cliff Jan 15 2013

A man has died after falling from a cliff while tending his sheep, according to police.Read

Minister: Dementia going untested Jan 15 2013

Doctors are refusing to carry out tests for dementia as they believe it is pointless as there is no effective cure available, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has said.Read