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Breaking News for 25 November 2009

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Kuwaiti police probe worker's death Nov 25 2009

The death of a Scots oil worker in the Middle East two years ago is being investigated as a murder, it has been reported.Read

Three more swine flu-related deaths Nov 25 2009

The number of swine flu-related deaths in Scotland has reached 43 as three more cases have been confirmed.Read

Victim set alight by 'naked flame' Nov 25 2009

A scientist has told a murder trial that she believes the fire which led to the death of teenager Jessica McCagh was caused by a naked flame.Read

Kinnock honoured by university Nov 25 2009

Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock has spoken of the "great thrill" of being honoured by a university.Read

History in schools 'politicised' Nov 25 2009

The SNP Government has been accused of politicising the teaching of history in schools for a "narrow nationalist agenda".Read

Demand for above-inflation pay rise Nov 25 2009

Union leaders have called for council workers to be given an above-inflation pay rise.Read

Call centre jobs secured Nov 25 2009

More than 1,500 jobs have been secured at a call centre group, it has been announced.Read

Victim's clothes 'doused in petrol' Nov 25 2009

A teenager who died after a flat blaze had an "extremely high level" of petrol on her clothing, an expert has told a murder trial.Read

Spot fines plan for cannabis users Nov 25 2009

On-the-spot fines of £40 could be handed out to people caught with small amounts of cannabis, a Scottish Government report has said.Read

Revamp for child protection line Nov 25 2009

A national child protection helpline will be overhauled after experts found each call cost £260.Read

Income tax powers for Holyrood Nov 25 2009

Scotland is to get more power over setting income tax under the most radical shake-up of devolution since 1999, MPs have heard.Read

Rugby pair attacked by city gang Nov 25 2009

Two Scotland rugby fans were attacked in the street while on their way to watch the match against Australia, police have said.Read

Hospital build behind schedule Nov 25 2009

A flagship hospital project is now not expected to be completed until 2016, two years later than planned.Read

RBS vulnerability was 'no secret' Nov 25 2009

Problems at the Royal Bank of Scotland were "obvious to all" before the financial crisis took hold, the group's chief executive has said.Read

Swine flu death toll reaches 41 Nov 25 2009

The number of swine flu-related deaths in Scotland has reached 41 after another case was confirmed.Read

More tax autonomy for Scotland Nov 25 2009

Scotland is to get more tax-raising powers under the most radical shake-up of devolution since 1999, a minister has said.Read

Mother backs 'drug dealer plea' Nov 25 2009

A mother whose daughter died from a heroin overdose has urged the public to shop drug dealers who bring "misery and heartache" to their community.Read

Devolution proposals to be revealed Nov 25 2009

The UK Government is due to reveal how it plans to take forward proposals to enhance devolution in Scotland.Read

Bank chief faces Holyrood panel Nov 25 2009

A bank chief is due to be grilled by MSPs as part of a Holyrood probe into the banking sector.Read

Banks 'failing the debt-ridden' Nov 25 2009

High street banking practices must change if thousands of Scots are to avoid drowning in debt, a leading advisory body has warned.Read

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