Everything you need to know before voting for The SNP
In the run up to the general election, The Student analyses the main parties’ manifestos, allowing you to make an informed choice on the issues that matter most when polling…
Professor Eleanor Riley has been appointed the new Director of the Roslin Institute
Professor Eleanor Riley has, this week, been appointed as the new Director of the University of Edinburgh’s Roslin Insitute. She succeeds Professor David Hume, who has occupied the role since…
Firefighters attacked at Bonfire Night festivities in Edinburgh
A number of firefighters around Scotland came under attack while responding to emergency calls on Bonfire Night. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service reported numerous attacks on emergency responders by…
Universities UK releases report on campus harassment and hate crime
Universities UK (UUK) has released a report examining violence against women, harassment and hate crime on university campuses in the UK. The study, published on Friday 21 October, highlights the…
Nigel Smith proposes super-majority restriction for Indyref2 vote
Calls have been made for a ‘super-majority’ to be imposed on the next Scottish independence referendum, which has been proposed this past week by Scottish First Minster, Nicola Sturgeon. As…
Digital technology development aids fight against healthcare corruptions
Digital technology could be the key to improving healthcare delivery, according to research undertaken by the University of Edinburgh and the University of Cambridge. The study shows that mobile and…