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Scotland
Scotland has been part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland since 1707.
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Catalan ex-minister free on bail in Scotland
Catalonia's former-Education Minister Clara Ponsati is bailed after handing herself in at a police station in Scotland.
UK brewery for climate action
Brewdog's Make Earth Great Again "protest" beer promises to promote climate change awareness. Can it really?
A literary tour of Edinburgh
The Scottish city of Edinburgh is a UNESCO city of literature.
A literary tour of Edinburgh
The Scottish city of Edinburgh is a UNESCO city of literature.
Scotland, Wales aim to cement post-Brexit autonomy
Politicians in the two countries have moved to prevent the UK government from a power grab when Britain leaves the EU.
The slow-growing trend towards plastic bans
Increasingly, countries around the world are restricting the sale, use and manufacture of day-to-day plastics.
Inside Europe: Migrants adapt to Glaswegian life
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city where asylum seekers, refugees and other migrants are assimilating into their new communities with help from a local charity. Maggie Lennon set up The Bridges Programmes in 2005 to support people and their families with integration. More than 10 years later, her support network is in demand more than ever. She told Keith Walker more.
Scotland wins right to set minimum alcohol price
Scotland has won the right to set a minimum alcohol price after a legal battle, becoming one of few countries to do so.
Scottish parliament evacuated due to white powder
The Scottish parliament building was evacuated following the discovery of packages containing white powder.
Inside Europe 02.11.17
On today's programme: Catalonian separatists and Spanish justice – French women rally against sexual harassment – Blaming the victim in Italy? – German police lack new recruits – Estonia and e-Residency – High tech drone fights bird poachers in Cyprus - Scottish bagpipes blast their way back into fashion
Scottish National Party urges EU to respect Catalan vote
The Scottish National Party has urged the Spanish government to "respect" the overwhelming "yes" vote in Catalonia.
Is the SNP 'on the sidelines' of politics?
When the SNP meets in Glasgow this weekend, one significant issue will be officially off the agenda — independence.
Separatist movements across the world
DW takes a look at some of the world's more high-profile separatist movements in recent years.
European independence movements
Independence movements are not unique to Spain and can be found in several regions in Western Europe.
Loch Ness, Scotland
In Scotland, lakes are called lochs, and in this one the fabled monster affectionately known as Nessie is said to live.
Scotland: Fears of losing EU workers
After the Brexit vote, fears are growing in Scotland that many EU citizens working in the country could decide to leave.
Scotland: Protect our whisky post-Brexit
Scotland's economy minister has warned London to safeguard the country's iconic beverage after Brexit.
The SS man's bequest to Scotland
A village in Scotland inherited a fortune from a former German prisoner of war and SS man.
The SS man's bequest to Scotland
A village in Scotland inherited a fortune from a former German prisoner of war and SS man.
A royal trip through the Highlands
Take a trip through the Highlands aboard the Royal Scotsman.
Is Trump planning flying visit to the UK?
Any visit to the UK by US President Trump would likely be announced at the last minute, to minimize protests.
Scotland delays independence vote - for now
First Minister Sturgeon has said that the focus should be on protecting Scotland's interests in EU negotiations.
When politicians bet big - and lost
British Prime Minister Theresa May isn't the first politician to roll the dice and come up empty.
What sets Scottish nationalism apart?
After France, Russia, the Netherlands and others, DW's Fanny Facsar encounters a very different nationalism in Scotland.
#NewNationalism: Scotland
A messy break up with the EU could send Scotland into a second referendum on independence from the UK.
Brexit threatens Scotland's finance industry
Brexit isn't just a threat for London's finance industry. It could also hit Scotland hard.
The battle for Scotland
In the last UK election the SNP won all but three of Scotland’s 59 seats in Westminster. This time the race is tighter.
Can seaweed revive Scotland’s economy?
Start-ups like Mara, which harvests seaweed, are needed in Scotland. But Brexit could threaten their future.
How much pain will Brexit bring to Scotland?
Scottish National Party Europe Spokesman attacks British PM, warning hard Brexit could cost Scotland 80,000 jobs.
European landmark: Edinburgh Castle
J.K. Rowling is said to have based Hogwarts school on Edinburgh Castle.
Euromaxx - Lifestyle Europe 18.05.2017
Edinburgh Castle, the comeback of 1980s fashions -- and how to make a Black Forest cake.
Around Loch Lomond
Scenic landscapes, kilts, haggis, whisky – Loch Lomond is famed as Scotland’s most beautiful lake.
Scotland's divide
Labour’s supremacy in Glasgow looks set to end this week.
Ten years on: The case of Madeleine McCann
The disappearance of the British toddler remains one of the most sensational cases of a missing child.
Inside Europe - UK snap election
British PM Theresa May has called a snap election for June 8. Pundits say she's keen to shore up support for Britain leaving the EU by seizing on the current weakness of the main opposition Labour party. By holding an early election, she'll avoid going to the polls in 2020, when Britain's negotiations with Brussels over the terms of Brexit may well have stalled. Nik Martin reports.
Trial biking from Scotland
Scotsman Danny MacAskill is a world class trial biker.
World in Progress: Landgrabbing and dubious promises
Landrights in Sengal - Dangerous salvation promises in South Africa - A bagpipe renaissance in Scotland
World in Progress: Bagpipe renaissance in Scotland
Scottish bagpipes have been making a comeback with young people
Scotland makes official bid for new independence vote
Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon has petitioned Prime Minister May for a new referendum as soon as possible.
Britain begins divorce from EU
Britain has triggered its exit from the European Union with the formal delivery of a letter invoking Article 50.
@dwnews - Backlash over #Legsit on social media
Scotland backs second referendum vote
Scottish lawmakers have backed First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's bid for a new referendum on independence from the UK.
Can Scotland afford independence?
As Scotland considers another referendum on independence, economists are warning of the risks involved
Independence for Scotland?
As Theresa May prepares to officially trigger Brexit, Scottish nationalists want to stay in the EU.
Inside Europe: Another chance for an independent Scotland?
UK Prime Minister Theresa May was within minutes of securing a stunning victory- winning parliamentary approval to trigger the talks that will lead to Britain’s exit from the European Union. Then the leader of the devolved government of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, delivered a blow. Sturgeon called for a second referendum on Scottish independence. From London Stephen Beard reports.
Scottish leader open to second vote delay
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has softened her stance on the timing of a second referendum on independence from the UK.
Scotland's Sturgeon warns of constitutional crisis
Scottish premier Nicola Sturgeon has warned the UK's constitutional structure may 'shatter beyond repair'
Inside Europe
Inside Europe, is a one hour radio show concentrating on European political, social and cultural affairs.
SNP's referendum push
Many Scottish nationalists are pleased that the question of a second independence vote is back on the table.
May rejects call for Scottish independence vote
Theresa May has said "now is not the time" for a new referendum as her government prepares for Britain to leave the EU.
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