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via Ben McConville, San Jose Mercury News Scotland moved a step closer Monday to a vote on independence after Scottish and British leaders signed a deal laying the groundwork for a popular referendum that could radically alter the shape of the United Kingdom. Officials from London and Edinburgh have been meeting for weeks to hammer … Continue reading
via Reuters Scotland’s devolved government said on Wednesday it would legalize same-sex marriage after British Prime Minister David Cameron pledged to push through legislation to enshrine it in law in England despite church and some political opposition. “We are committed to a Scotland that is fair and equal and that is why we intend to … Continue reading
A soldier from Kinross has become the first person in Scotland to be convicted of transgender prejudice. Perth Sheriff Court heard how Terry Porter targeted Chloe Dow with verbal abuse and also threatened violence. Porter admitted breaching the peace by behaving in a threatening or abusive manner likely to cause fear and alarm. The 19-year-old will be … Continue reading
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