Holyrood inquiry in 'unprecedented' legal move to force release of 'explosive' Salmond documents
Allies of the former First Minister believe the documents will fuel claims that Mr Salmond was the victim of a conspiracy

Allies of the former First Minister believe the documents will fuel claims that Mr Salmond was the victim of a conspiracy
Opposition parties accuse the Nationalists of putting separation ahead of tackling the pandemic as details of the group are unveiled.
Jeane Freeman said she apologised to Matt Hancock amid concerns publication of the figures risks doses being diverted from the UK.
Weight loss, anxiety, social problems and even regression in toilet skills reported after first school closure last year
Mr Salmond's appearance, which he is yet to confirm, will be one of the most eagerly anticipated proceedings in Holyrood history
I can’t believe people will continue to obediently accept lockdown restrictions once the vaccine roll-out really makes an impact
Even if it were, the First Minister's departure would be seen by many as a small blip as the inevitable progress towards full nationhood
The Scottish Government has every policy lever it needs to combat the virus. Yet still Sturgeon's minions blame the English for her failings
The Scottish Covid detection rate of 32 per cent was less than half that found in Wales (70 per cent) and Northern Ireland (81 per cent).
She joined the SNP out of anger at nuclear submarines on the Clyde and served as chief whip in the Scottish Parliament
MSPs demand remit of investigation into potential ministerial code breaches by First Minister is formally expanded
Comments provoke furious backlash from unionists, who say focus should be on vaccine roll-out and supporting hard-hit businesses
Opposition claim revelations expose "allegations of corrupt actions at heart of government" which if proven will be "resignation matter"
Mike Russell, the Constitution Secretary, told the Australian High Commissioner in November he hoped a vote could be staged by then.