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Angus Gunn made his debut for Scotland and kept a clean sheet.

'I got away with it': Gunn relives his Scotland fright despite a perfect day

Aaron Hickey trains for Scotland.
Aaron Hickey trains for Scotland.

Hickey reveals all on Ronaldo shoulder charge that went viral

The observation car 1719E was restored for the Strathspey Railway by engineers Nemesis Rail. Picture: Nemesis Rail
The observation car 1719E was restored for the Strathspey Railway by engineers Nemesis Rail. Picture: Nemesis Rail

Historic rail observation car returns to Highlands after 55 years

England's Marlie Packer scores a try during the TikTok Women's Six Nations match at Kingston Park against Scotland.
England's Marlie Packer scores a try during the TikTok Women's Six Nations match at Kingston Park against Scotland.

Scotland trounced by England as World No 1 team flex their muscles

Scott McTominay celebrates making it 2-0 during a UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier between Scotland and Cyprus at Hampden Park, on March 25, 2023, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Scott McTominay celebrates making it 2-0 during a UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier between Scotland and Cyprus at Hampden Park, on March 25, 2023, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Scotland's rustiness was to be expected - now race against time for Spain clash

Steve Clarke celebrates during Scotland's 3-0 win over Cyprus.
Steve Clarke celebrates during Scotland's 3-0 win over Cyprus.

Clarke hails 'very pleasing' Scotland win but concerns arise over Adams injury

Scotland's Ryan Christie (R) and Cyprus' Valentin Roberge during a UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier between Scotland and Cyprus at Hampden Park, on March 25, 2023, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland's Ryan Christie (R) and Cyprus' Valentin Roberge during a UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier between Scotland and Cyprus at Hampden Park, on March 25, 2023, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Lethargic Hampden tells a story but Scotland victory is ultimately job well done

Kieran Tierney, Ryan Porteous and John McGinn helped Scotland win 3-0 over Cyprus.
Kieran Tierney, Ryan Porteous and John McGinn helped Scotland win 3-0 over Cyprus.

How the Scotland players rated - heartstopper, four 6s, one-clear stand-out

Scottish Green party co-leader Lorna Slater (Photo by Jane Barlow - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
Scottish Green party co-leader Lorna Slater (Photo by Jane Barlow - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Deposit Return Scheme: Lorna Slater vows to ‘persist’ with contentious plan

The Scottish Government is consulting on plans to protect large areas of the sea (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
The Scottish Government is consulting on plans to protect large areas of the sea (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Victory for Forbes could end SNP coalition with Scottish Greens – Brian Wilson

Ryanair is to increase its Edinburgh routes to 69 this summer. Picture: Neil Hanna
Ryanair is to increase its Edinburgh routes to 69 this summer. Picture: Neil Hanna

Future Flight: Ryanair to fly a record 90 summer routes from Scotland

Eamonn Brophy playing for Scotland against Cyprus in 2019. He hopes to add to his solitary cap
Eamonn Brophy playing for Scotland against Cyprus in 2019. He hopes to add to his solitary cap

Eamonn Brophy: 'Celtic told me I was too wee, then Hibs did'

Kieran Tierney, manager Steve Clarke and assistant John Carver during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden on Friday. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Kieran Tierney, manager Steve Clarke and assistant John Carver during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden on Friday. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke addresses John Carver's Oriam rant and goalkeeper question

Duhan van der Merwe scored three of the best tries of the Six Nations but was also accountable for three tries conceded by Scotland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Duhan van der Merwe scored three of the best tries of the Six Nations but was also accountable for three tries conceded by Scotland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Six Nations: Scotland were sublime in attack but Ireland showed defence wins

The Policy Planning Staff in the US,  whose first job was designing the Marshall Plan, is staffed by a mix of civil servants and outside experts (Picture: Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
The Policy Planning Staff in the US,  whose first job was designing the Marshall Plan, is staffed by a mix of civil servants and outside experts (Picture: Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

US model could help improve governance of Scotland – Stewart McDonald

Scotland captain Andy Robertson has welcomed news of a contract extension for head coach Steve Clarke. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland captain Andy Robertson has welcomed news of a contract extension for head coach Steve Clarke. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke fixed Scotland as Andy Robertson lifts lid on 'broken' relationship

Steve Clarke is pictured at Hampden Park after signing a contract extension to remain Scotland head coach until 2026. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group
Steve Clarke is pictured at Hampden Park after signing a contract extension to remain Scotland head coach until 2026. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group

Clarke admits Scotland contract surprise - 'if you'd asked me I'd have said no'

Jockey Derek Fox rides One for Arthur to win the Grand National at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool in 2017. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)
Jockey Derek Fox rides One for Arthur to win the Grand National at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool in 2017. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

One For Arthur: Lucinda Russell pays tribute as 2017 Grand National winner dies

Outgoing First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and outgoing Deputy First Minister John Swinney (left) arrive for her last First Minster's Questions. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire
Outgoing First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and outgoing Deputy First Minister John Swinney (left) arrive for her last First Minster's Questions. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Swinney said he tried to leave Government years ago, but Sturgeon stopped him

Louise McMillan (left) believes Scotland can go toe-to-toe with England on Saturday. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Louise McMillan (left) believes Scotland can go toe-to-toe with England on Saturday. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Scotland face 'mammoth' task v England - but pro contracts making a difference

Healthy eating campaigns and other similar measures can dramatically increase life expectancy (Picture: Daniel Leal/AFP via Getty Images)
Healthy eating campaigns and other similar measures can dramatically increase life expectancy (Picture: Daniel Leal/AFP via Getty Images)

Step change in life expectancy is possible if politicians put their minds to it

SNP leadership candidate Humza Yousaf tweeted this image along with a promise to advance women’s rights
SNP leadership candidate Humza Yousaf tweeted this image along with a promise to advance women’s rights

Yousaf's pink heart reveals he’s got a lot to learn about sexism – Susan Dalgety

The Gin Spa's Edinburgh Gin treatment room
The Gin Spa's Edinburgh Gin treatment room

The best spas in Scotland, from Gleneagles to Fletcher's Cottage Spa

B&M to axe even more sites - is your nearest store on the list?

Rangers Michael Beale is looking to make a number of signings in the summer. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Rangers Michael Beale is looking to make a number of signings in the summer. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

The 7 out of contract English football stars Rangers could target

Some of Scotland's longest lochs.
Some of Scotland's longest lochs.

The 10 longest Scottish lochs - from Loch Awe to Loch Morar

A captive Scottish wildcat kitten with his mother at Wildwood Discovery Park, near Canterbury, Kent. Picture: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire
A captive Scottish wildcat kitten with his mother at Wildwood Discovery Park, near Canterbury, Kent. Picture: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire

Wildcats to be released in Cairngorms National Park after licence approved

Auckland Blues head coach Leon MacDonald has reportedly held talks with the SRU over replacing Gregor Townsend as Scotland head coach after the World Cup. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)
Auckland Blues head coach Leon MacDonald has reportedly held talks with the SRU over replacing Gregor Townsend as Scotland head coach after the World Cup. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)

Leon MacDonald coy over Scotland link amid reports of SRU talks

Junior doctors in Scotland could walk out for three days over pay
Junior doctors in Scotland could walk out for three days over pay

Junior doctors threaten 72-hour strike in pay dispute

It's hard to beat some of these views seen from rooftop bars in the Capital. Credit: Getty Images/Canva Pro
It's hard to beat some of these views seen from rooftop bars in the Capital. Credit: Getty Images/Canva Pro

These are the 8 best rooftop bars with stunning scenic views of Edinburgh

Scotland boss Steve Clarke has signed a contract extension. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland boss Steve Clarke has signed a contract extension. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke signs new Scotland contract as SFA claim 'undeniable progress'

The Sunday Times guide has been published
The Sunday Times guide has been published

The 7 best places to live in Scotland according to the Best Places to Live guide

Celtic and Rangers could be involved in the new European Super League. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Celtic and Rangers could be involved in the new European Super League. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Celtic and Rangers could land windfall, Super League target 'domestic kings'

Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Chief Scientist (Health) for the Scottish Government and Regius Professor of Medicine at the University of Glasgow providing the keynote address.
Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Chief Scientist (Health) for the Scottish Government and Regius Professor of Medicine at the University of Glasgow providing the keynote address.

Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards winners revealed

Billy Gilmour could face a big career decisions this summer. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Billy Gilmour could face a big career decisions this summer. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Why Rangers move for Billy Gilmour is unlikely as star set for big decision

Handpicked adventure to explore the very best of Scotland’s remote and stunning scenery
Handpicked adventure to explore the very best of Scotland’s remote and stunning scenery

Ad Feature 5 of the best off grid adventures in Scotland

A £50 million fund has been allocated to revamp play parks across Scotland
A £50 million fund has been allocated to revamp play parks across Scotland

£50m fund allocated for councils to revamp play parks

A man dressed as Sir Walter Scott celebrates the creation of Borders Railway service, which re-established a section of the old Waverley route, in 2015 (Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images)
A man dressed as Sir Walter Scott celebrates the creation of Borders Railway service, which re-established a section of the old Waverley route, in 2015 (Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images)

Progress towards reversing Beeching’s infamous railway cuts is stalling

Scottish contemporary dance artist Charlotte Mclean presented the world premiere of her solo work 'And' at Dance Base is Edinburgh as part of a previous Made in Scotland Showcase at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire
Scottish contemporary dance artist Charlotte Mclean presented the world premiere of her solo work 'And' at Dance Base is Edinburgh as part of a previous Made in Scotland Showcase at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Assembly to expand into Dance Base this summer

Nicola Sturgeon could have achieved much more during her time as First Minister (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)
Nicola Sturgeon could have achieved much more during her time as First Minister (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

Nicola Sturgeon is highly talented but she was a failure as First Minister

Nicola Sturgeon celebrates her re-election as MSP for Glasgow Southside in May 2021 (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Nicola Sturgeon celebrates her re-election as MSP for Glasgow Southside in May 2021 (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Under Sturgeon, Scotland could have been among happiest nations – Joyce McMillan

A cold snap is on its way
A cold snap is on its way

Scotland weather: British Summer Time set to arrive with -7 temperatures

National assistant John Carver during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden, which has provided Steve Clarke's men with a set-up he described as "amazing". (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
National assistant John Carver during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden, which has provided Steve Clarke's men with a set-up he described as "amazing". (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

How Scotland will avoid any spying in their new Lesser Hampden training facility

Jamie Dobie during a Glasgow Warriors training session at Scotstoun Stadium this week. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Jamie Dobie during a Glasgow Warriors training session at Scotstoun Stadium this week. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Jamie Dobie aiming to keep returning Scotland stars out of Glasgow side

Dave Cherry was back in Edinburgh training this week after a frustrating Six Nations with Scotland. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Dave Cherry was back in Edinburgh training this week after a frustrating Six Nations with Scotland. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Dave Cherry on a ‘mentally challenging’ Six Nations and changes at Edinburgh

Scotland debutant Francesca McGhie in action for Watsonians.
Scotland debutant Francesca McGhie in action for Watsonians.

Scotland team to play England in Women's Six Nations opener named

Angus Gunn during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden ahead of the Euro 2024 qualifier against Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Angus Gunn during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden ahead of the Euro 2024 qualifier against Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Angus Gunn on switching from England to Scotland and the Steve Clarke meeting

Dire Mebude celebrates after scoring Scotland Under-21's opener against Sweden. (Photo by Francisco Maciá/PhotoPlayers.com)
Dire Mebude celebrates after scoring Scotland Under-21's opener against Sweden. (Photo by Francisco Maciá/PhotoPlayers.com)

Ex-Rangers starlet scores debut goal as Scotland Under-21s go down to Sweden

Bidh fios Diluain cò a gheibh dreuchd a' cheannard
Bidh fios Diluain cò a gheibh dreuchd a' cheannard

Nach eil làn fhios ceannach ro dhaor air sgaradh is aimhreit, le Murray MacLeòid

Inverness Airport is reassuringly visible to walkers from its new railway station. Picture: The Scotsman
Inverness Airport is reassuringly visible to walkers from its new railway station. Picture: The Scotsman

New train station may be revolutionary (and not just for Wayne's World fans)

Ange Postecoglou has done better than Brendan Rodgers at Celtic according to Alan Stubbs. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Ange Postecoglou has done better than Brendan Rodgers at Celtic according to Alan Stubbs. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Ange Postecoglou will remain at Celtic claims ex-star

The People’s Plan for Nature, which sets out the public’s vision for the future of nature, was created for the people, by the people as part of a UK-wide citizens' assembly
The People’s Plan for Nature, which sets out the public’s vision for the future of nature, was created for the people, by the people as part of a UK-wide citizens' assembly

How people power can help save the planet

Celtic had the chance to sign Scotland star John McGinn before he moved to Aston Villa. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Celtic had the chance to sign Scotland star John McGinn before he moved to Aston Villa. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

The £40m Celtic transfer misstep which baffles ex-star

Steve Clarke has a number of big decisions to make for Scotland's Euro 2024 qualifying opener against Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Steve Clarke has a number of big decisions to make for Scotland's Euro 2024 qualifying opener against Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

The 5 big decisions for Clarke ahead of Scotland's Euro 2024 qualifying opener

On Friday, the First Minister will carry out her last official engagement after her her final 286th FMQs.
On Friday, the First Minister will carry out her last official engagement after her her final 286th FMQs.

An emotional Nicola Sturgeon delivers final address to Scottish Parliament as FM

Craigforth Cottage, Chapel Green, Earlsferry, Fife. Image: DTXimages
Craigforth Cottage, Chapel Green, Earlsferry, Fife. Image: DTXimages

Prestige property: Picture perfect in the East Neuk

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The observation car 1719E was restored for the Strathspey Railway by engineers Nemesis Rail. Picture: Nemesis Rail
The observation car 1719E was restored for the Strathspey Railway by engineers Nemesis Rail. Picture: Nemesis Rail

Historic rail observation car returns to Highlands after 55 years

Co-leader of the Scottish Green Party Patrick Harvie at the 2023 Scottish Green Party Spring conference (Pic:  Jane Barlow/PA Wire)
Co-leader of the Scottish Green Party Patrick Harvie at the 2023 Scottish Green Party Spring conference (Pic:  Jane Barlow/PA Wire)

SNP leadership: Greens’ clearest signal yet they wouldn’t work with Kate Forbes

A pothole near the Fairy Pools in Skye. Picture: Liam Cousins
A pothole near the Fairy Pools in Skye. Picture: Liam Cousins

‘Crater-like’ Skye potholes threaten fatal crashes – tourism body SkyeConnect

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