Scottish Leaders' TV debate 2021 - how we scored the five candidates to be First Minister

coronavirus Hancock turned the tables on SNP MP Dave Doogan who asked the Health Secretary if he would match the SNP’s commitment to increase health spending by 20 per cent “to truly build back better”? First Minister Nicola Sturgeon committed the SNP to a four per cent increase in NHS spending for each of the next five years if returned to office.

Ayrshire Live readers roared him all the way home.Our racing expert Iain Ferguson told you to back the Lucinda Russell trained inmate in his big preview.And Fergie's reading of the race was spot on as Tom Scudamore steered his mount home with a late charge.Writing yesterday, our man said: "One of the best scenes the ITV cameras captured at Aintree last week was Lucinda Russell and Peter Scudamore celebrating Ahoy Senor’s win in the Grade 1 Doom Bar Sefton Novices’ Hurdle at odds of 66-1.

Blake Shelton gave old and newcomer fans alike a dose of his greatest hits during his performance at the ACM Awards on Sunday. The 44-year-old fiancé of Gwen Stefani, 51, hit the ACM stage in Nashville and began his medley of hits with his debut single, "Austin," a record which rewarded Shelton with his first No.

Ferguson Marine shipyard.Gloucester-based businessman Tim Hair was handed the ­astronomical £2565-a-day deal by shamed ex-finance secretary Derek Mackay two years ago.It is likely to make him the UK’s highest paid public sector fatcat, on almost six times First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s £151,000 salary.He was brought in after the Government nationalised the shipyard in the face of spiralling costs for two ferries.At the time, Mackay – who was forced to resign after sending inappropriate text

First Minister was given a shot of the AstraZeneca medicine on Thursday afternoon just hours after unveiling the SNP's manifesto for next month's Holyrood election.The SNP leader was vaccinated at 4pm and shortly after encouraged other Scots to receive their jab as soon as they are offered it.She tweeted: "Just had my first dose of vaccine (AZ for anyone wondering)."It truly is an emotional moment.

Parliament term, if she is re-elected.The First Minister revealed her plans for a second vote on Scotland's future during the SNP's manifesto launch earlier today.The SNP says it is seeking permission from the Scottish people to hold indyref2 following the devastating coronavirus pandemic that has killed more than 10,000 Scots.

SNP, which he used to lead, he quoted late poet Edwin Morgan who said the parliament should not be a place for “fearties”.

NHS and the climate crisis were just some of the topics that popped up on the discussion with the STV's Political Editor Colin Mackay.

Douglas Ross (Scottish Conservatives), Willie Rennie (Lib Dems) and Patrick Harvie (Scottish Greens) all went head-to-head against one another in a fiery debate on STV. It was the second time the candidates for First Minister got to quiz each other in the campaign.

Use an Apple phone or tablet? Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in LanarkshireSecond doses for people aged 80 and over have already begun and are being delivered locally at GP practices and health clinics.More than 45,000 people across Lanarkshire have so far received their second vaccination, including frontline health and social care staff, plus residents and workers at care homes.To date, 2,682,706 people have received their first jab across Scotland.

Prince Philip on Friday. Candidates and their teams will be pounding the streets across Scotland delivering leaflets and speaking to voters about their concerns.

underway with party leaders and candidates pounding the streets to attempt to secure your vote. One of the highlights of the elections in recent years has been the introduction of TV debates.The five main political party leaders faced off against one another on March 30 in what was the first debate of the Holyrood election.

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@scotgov and the people of Scotland - to Her Majesty The Queen and her family." The Palace said in a statement: "It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh."His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle."Further announcements will made in due course."The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss."

former First Minister also hit out at an apparent absence of “will, determination and statecraft” over the last seven years - the period in which Sturgeon has led the country.Salmond launched a new pro-indy party, Alba, in the wake of his bitter fallout with Nicola Sturgeon.Alba’s aim is to secure a “super majority” of pro-independence MSPs and is only contesting the regional List elections for Holyrood.However, despite preaching pro-independence unity, Salmond has criticised his predecessor’s

blatantly unlawful decision". As well as being excluded from next week's TV debate - which will feature the leaders of the five parties currently represented at Holyrood - Galloway complained the channel was doing a one-to-one interview with Alex Salmond, the former Scottish first minister whose new Alba Party is running only on the regional list, as All for Unity is.

Nicola Sturgeon enjoyed her first haircut of the year as lockdown restrictions in Scotland eased, allowing hairdressers and barbers to open. The First Minister got a fresh cut and colour at Julie McGuire’s hair salon in Edinburgh on Monday after months of closures on businesses to curb the spread of coronavirus.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.MOTORING industry chiefs in Scotland are looking forward to welcoming back customers to dealerships from Monday.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Tuesday that car showrooms and forecourts would be able to reopen from the Easter bank holiday.She also reminded would-be car buyers that they may need an appointment and to check with the retailer before visiting.Scottish Motor Trade Association chief

the First Minister due to her demands for a second independence referendum while at the same time calling on Labour to help the Conservatives protect the union. The leaders clashed during a lively BBC debate that was dominated by the constitution and how the country can recover from months of gruelling lockdown.On the issue of independence, Ross told Sarwar: "I wonder why Scottish Labour can't understand the threat we are facing.

party chiefs. The First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will be joined by Anas Sarwar from Labour, Douglas Ross from the Scottish Conservatives, Willie Rennie from the Lib Dems and Lorna Slater of the Scottish Greens.