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  1. Populations projected to rise in 23 councils

    Most of Scotland’s council areas are projected to see an increase in population, according to new figures from National Records of Scotland (NRS).

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  2. UK Archive Sector Survey Published

    Data published from 2025 archives survey

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  3. Historic document goes on display

    The peace treaty which ended the first Scottish War of Independence has gone on display in Northampton.

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