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Friday, 07 September 2012 20:52

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  By a Newsnet reporter

The Scottish National Party has welcomed an announcement by the UK Government that it will set up a commission on aviation policy, but has questioned the narrowness of the commission’s remit.

SNP Westminster Transport spokesperson Angus MacNeil MP warned the UK government’s approach remained too focussed on the south-east of England – whether Heathrow should have a third runway or whether there should be a new airport in the Thames estuary.

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Friday, 07 September 2012 15:49

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  By a Newsnet reporter

Responding to reports a new Games Village will be built at Sighthill, SNP MSP Bob Doris said that while this was a welcome investment, assurances must be given to residents living in the flats that are to be demolished to make way for the village.

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Thursday, 06 September 2012 21:32

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  By Andrew Redmond Barr

The Post Office is currently bidding for a contract of 10 years with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).

It is believed by postmasters that the contract will generate an income of £60 million for the Post Office, a figure which has prompted 500,000 people from across the UK to sign a petition in favour of the move.