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Scottish Executive shakes up justice system
News Article 22 March 2005
A series of reforms to non-jury courts have been announced by the Scottish Executive.
Brussels to sue UK over Holyrood contracts
Press Review 17 March 2005
The European Commission in Brussels is to take legal action against the government over contracts awarded for the design and construction of the £431m Scottish Parliament building.
Paxman slams 'Scottish Raj'
Press Review 14 March 2005
Following his on-screen row with health secretary and Glaswegian "attack dog" John Reid last week, Newsnight presenter Jeremy Paxman has claimed a "Scottish Raj" is at the head of the British establishment.
Salmond unveils Scots retention initiatives
News Article 13 March 2005
Alex Salmond has told his party's spring conference that Scotland must do more to keep its talented youngsters in the country.
EU cash creates Scots jobs
News Article 11 March 2005
European funding worth £17.2m is expected to create more than 3,800 jobs in
