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School teacher set to stand in Aberdeenshire East

A north-east secondary school teacher has been adopted by the Scottish Conservatives to fight the Aberdeenshire East constituency in the 2021 Scottish Parliament elections.

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In his new role, Mr Duguid will join the team under Secretary of State Andrea Leadsom

Banff and Buchan MP appointed as PPS

Banff and Buchan MP David Duguid has been appointed as a Parliamentary Private Secretary (PPS) for the UK Government Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.

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Boris Johnson has praised the vision of Banff and Buchan MP David Duguid.

Johnson praises ‘vision’ of Banff and Buchan MP

The new Prime Minister has praised the “vision” of the MP for Banff and Buchan for a positive future for the Scottish fishing industry post-Brexit.

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Mr Stevenson says the appointment is good news for Scottish agriculture

MSP welcomes increased influence for Scottish farmers in Europe

Banffshire & Buchan Coast SNP MSP Stewart Stevenson has welcomed the appointment of Euro-MP Alyn Smith to the European Parliament’s influential Agriculture Committee.

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In addition to the Scotland Office role, Mr Clark will also take up the position of government whip.

Gordon MP 'delighted' at appointment

Gordon MP Colin Clark said he is ‘delighted’ at his appointment as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland.

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Mr Ritchie will vote for Mr Hunt in the Conservative leadership contest.

Score boss gives backing to Jeremy Hunt

North-east businessman Conrad Ritchie has announced his support for Jeremy Hunt to become Prime Minister.

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Stewart Stevenson MSP during his surgery tour at Findochty

MSP completes his hectic surgery tour

Banffshire & Buchan Coast MSP Stewart Stevenson completed his annual surgery tour last week, clocking-up nearly 40 surgeries in communities across the constituency.

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Nicola Sturgeon: the Scottish Parliament’s greatest achievements

The Scottish Parliament will celebrate its 20th anniversary today (Saturday).

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As the Scottish Parliament prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon reflects on both its journey and her own.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon reflects on 20 years of the Scottish Parliament

This Saturday, the doors of the iconic Scottish Parliament building in Edinburgh will be thrown open to the public.

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Families have told of their experiences on Universal Credit

Universal Credit in Crisis: These people want you to hear their stories of life on the problem benefit before it is rolled-out even further

Universal Credit is still pushing tens of thousands of people into destitution just weeks before its roll-out continues.

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The Red Arrows and Concorde flew over Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh on July 1, 1999, after the Queen officially opened the Scottish Parliament. This picture was taken by David Moir from the outlook tower and camera obscura at Castlehill.

It is 20 years since the Scottish Parliament’s first sitting on May 12, 1999

Following elections on May 6, 1999, the 129 members of the new Scottish Parliament got down to business on May 12.

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Theresa May's future as Prime Minister is under question following the Brexit process shuddering to a halt (Photo: Getty Images)

Who is the most likely to become the next Prime Minister?

As the Brexit behemoth stumbles to a halt once again, who are the likely candidates for the top job?

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Theresa May's future is very much in the balance as Brexit shudders to a halt (Photo: Getty Images)

Who do you want to be the next Prime Minister? Take part in our poll

The future of Theresa May as leader of the Conservative Party and as Prime Minister is looking less secure by the day.

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What is the new Brexit Party, which has been supported by Nigel Farage?

The top six questions people are asking Google about Brexit

We've taken a look at the top six topics people have been Googling in relation to Brexit.

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CE marking after Brexit

The current CE safety certificate symbol, which shows consumers that an item meets legal requirements, belongs to the EU.

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What happens to the transition period with an no deal Brexit?

Understanding the transition period in the case of a no deal Brexit

Will there still be a transition period if we leave the EU without a deal?

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Pet passports won't be valid with a no deal Brexit

Crossing borders with your dog after Brexit

If I am staying in pet friendly accommodation in the Republic of Ireland after Brexit will I still be able to take my dog across the border from Northern Ireland?

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