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John Prescott: A proud man-of-the-people who mixed just as comfortably with world leaders

In an era dominated by slick and highly polished politicians, John Prescott provided a more relatable form of politics. He was capable, formidable and nuanced but also approachable and fun, writes Chris Carter.

We need action not words to halt the decline of Scotland's ancient pinewoods

Much is said about deforestation elsewhere in the world, but there are endangered woodlands here in Scotland

David Cameron's idea of the Good Life

Jim Wallace: Tory pledge on Human Rights Act 'could plunge this country into a legal and constitutional crisis'

Soapbox: Measure what matters in education, including the contribution of parents - Eileen Prior

Britain needs to lead in the EU – not leave it

Questions remain about what role third sector will play amid community justice reforms

'This is not just a makeover but a whole new online offering'

The role for Scottish Government in digital services

Scotland has long maintained it is fairer to the rest of the UK in its approach to welfare; now it has the means to prove it’

Sharing information has to be at heart of managing ICT projects

The Arches closure is bad for Glasgow's health

Devolution is a journey, and travel times vary

Land reform is about more than just ownership

Why the Conservative approach to wind farms makes no sense

The Community Empowerment Bill presents a great opportunity for communities to shape their future

Scotland’s digital technologies can boost export earnings

Soapbox: mental health stigma in the workplace is a major issue - Judith Robertson

Parliamentary sketch: First you get the peat, then you get the power

The world of our students is a digital one

Community Empowerment: We must give people greater control over their own future

Henry McLeish: For the future of the beautiful game, everything Blatter stands for has to go

Our prevention crisis

Prevention and Scotland's health challenges

Greece - the austerity coalface

Votes at 16 gave politicians the chance to show they are down with the kids