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Interview with Kenny MacAskill MSP

March 31, 2010 By edinburghnapiernews Leave a Comment

Cabinet Secretary for Justice Kenny MacAskill popped into the radio studio to speak with our reporters about the Lockerbie bomber, the new plans to tackle organised crime in Scotland, and how the Cashback for Communities scheme is helping youngsters around Edinburgh and Fife.

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Filed Under: All Politics, Life and Society, News in Brief, World In Depth Tagged With: Cabinet Secretary, Edinburgh Napier University, Kenny MacAskill, MSP

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Al Qaeda kill 26 as new Yemeni leader is sworn in February 25, 2012
SANAA/ADEN (Reuters) - A suicide bombing claimed by al Qaeda killed at least 26 people outside a presidential palace in southern Yemen on Saturday, hours after the newly-elected president was sworn in and said the battle against the Islamists was a "national duty."Related StoriesVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTaliban militants […]
American officers killed in Afghan Interior Ministry February 25, 2012
KABUL (Reuters) - Two American officers were shot dead at close range in Afghanistan's Interior Ministry on Saturday, a U.S. official said, as rage gripped the country for a fifth day over the burning of the Muslim holy book at a NATO base.Related StoriesVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTaliban militants say they shot down U.S. droneI […]
Pakistan begins demolishing bin Laden house February 25, 2012
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (Reuters) - Pakistani security forces on Saturday began demolishing the house where al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was killed by U.S. special forces in Abbottabad last May, a senior police official in the town said.Related StoriesVedanta eyes streamlined structure with merger planVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTaliban […]
Euro-zone deal on firewall awaits Germany February 25, 2012
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Germany may not be ready to back an increase in the euro zone's bailout fund at a summit next week, delaying progress towards building up nearly $2 trillion (1.25 trillion pounds) in firepower to tackle fallout from Europe's sovereign debt crisis.Related StoriesVedanta eyes streamlined structure with merger planVenezuela […]
Syrians trapped in Homs say world is failing them February 25, 2012
BEIRUT (Reuters) - The Syrian military took its bombardment of the rebel-held Baba Amro district of Homs into a fourth week on Saturday as the Red Cross tried to evacuate more distressed civilians from the city.Related StoriesVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTaliban militants say they shot down U.S. droneIran uranium "discrepancy […]
Iran uranium "discrepancy" still unresolved - IAEA February 25, 2012
VIENNA (Reuters) - Iran has yet to give an explanation over a small quantity of uranium metal missing from a research site, the U.N. nuclear watchdog said in a report that voiced concern over possible military links to Tehran's nuclear programme.Related StoriesVedanta eyes streamlined structure with merger planVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure […]
Taliban militants say they shot down U.S. drone February 25, 2012
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (Reuters) - A U.S. drone crashed Saturday in North Waziristan, not far from the Afghan border, Pakistan intelligence officials said, while Taliban militants said they had shot it down.Related StoriesVedanta eyes streamlined structure with merger planVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsIran uranium "discrepancy" st […]
Berkshire identifies Buffett successor, not by name February 25, 2012
(Reuters) - Warren Buffett told investors on Saturday the Berkshire Hathaway board has identified his successor, easing some shareholder concern about the future of the company once the famed 81-year-old investor steps down as chief executive.Related StoriesVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTaliban militants say they shot down U.S. droneIra […]
Mandela in hospital, expected to go home soon February 25, 2012
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Former South African president Nelson Mandela was comfortable in hospital on Saturday after undergoing a "diagnostic procedure" for abdominal pains, the government said, telling people not to panic about the health of the 93-year-old anti-apartheid leader.Related StoriesVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTa […]
Italy's Berlusconi bribery trial ends with no verdict February 25, 2012
MILAN (Reuters) - Italian judges on Saturday ended former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's trial on charges of bribing British lawyer David Mills, saying the statute of limitations had run out and a verdict could not be reached.Related StoriesVenezuela's Chavez has shot at a cure - doctorsTaliban militants say they shot down U.S. droneIran uraniu […]

BBC Front Page

VIDEO: Doctors to ballot on pension action February 25, 2012
Members of the doctors' union, the British Medical Association, are to be balloted on industrial action, for the first time since the 1970s.
VIDEO: Nato in Afghan ministries pullout February 25, 2012
Nato announced it is withdrawing all its staff from Afghan government ministries in the capital following the shooting of senior American army officers.
VIDEO: Sceptical savers stash cash at home February 25, 2012
More than £5.6bn pounds in cash is being stashed away in homes across the UK, according to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
VIDEO: 'Magical' instruments made of ice February 24, 2012
Norwegian musician and composer Terje Isungset uses his background in jazz and Scandinavian music, to create musical instruments from non-traditional materials including ice.
VIDEO: ICRC resumes Homs rescue effort February 25, 2012
The Red Cross says it is resuming its attempts to rescue more Syrian civilians trapped by shelling in the city of Homs.
VIDEO: The next generation of wearable tech February 24, 2012
Mixing fashion with electronics, LJ Rich reports on the future of wearable technology.
VIDEO: Pitfalls of being a movie extra February 25, 2012
Ahead of the Oscars on Sunday, a look at how some people get a taste of the Hollywood life by working as extras.
VIDEO: Take the Oscars red carpet walk February 24, 2012
The BBC's Peter Bowes has been behind the scenes to see the red carpet being rolled out for the Oscars on Sunday.
VIDEO: Has LA lost its charm for movie makers? February 25, 2012
All eyes are on Los Angeles as the film industry's biggest stars gather for the Academy Awards, but why are film makers turning their backs on the city?
VIDEO: How do you create a super-hero? February 25, 2012
Comic-book legend Stan Lee, the co-creator of Spider-Man and other Marvel characters including the Hulk, The X-Men and Iron Man, speaks to the BBC about some of his characters.

BBC

Nato staff quit Afghan ministries February 25, 2012
Nato withdraws all its staff from Afghan ministries after two senior US officers are shot dead in the interior ministry in Kabul.
BMA to ballot on pensions action February 25, 2012
The British Medical Association is to hold a ballot on industrial action over pensions - but has ruled out strike action.
First Sun on Sunday goes to press February 25, 2012
Sun owner Rupert Murdoch arrives at a printers in Hertfordshire to oversee production of the first edition of the Sun on Sunday.
Mandela 'comfortable' in hospital February 25, 2012
Former South Africa President Nelson Mandela undergoes a "diagnostic procedure" in hospital but is not in danger, officials say.
Bin Laden site being demolished February 25, 2012
Pakistan begins to demolish the compound where US forces killed Osama Bin Laden in the city of Abbottabad, residents and police say.
Berlusconi bribe case thrown out February 25, 2012
Italian judges throw out a bribery case against Silvio Berlusconi, Italy's former prime minister, because it has expired under the statute of limitations.
Fire destroys Antarctic station February 25, 2012
An explosion caused by a fire at a Brazilian research station in the Antarctic leaves two soldiers missing and one injured, the Brazilian military says.
Hundreds held in licensing probe February 25, 2012
About 250 people are arrested and 12 pubs and clubs closed as police carry out a London-wide crackdown on people flouting licensing laws.
Yemen car bomb blast 'kills 26' February 25, 2012
At least 26 people are killed by a car bomb in southern Yemen, officials say, shortly after the new president was sworn into office.
Red Cross Homs evacuation setback February 25, 2012
Red Cross attempts to evacuate more people from Baba Amr in Syria's city of Homs stall, with reports of more deaths from shelling.

Stv

Relief as fire station closures called off February 25, 2012
Highlands and Islands Fire and Rescue Service had been expected to announce closures but a last-minute deal was struck with union bosses.
'200 police officers' patrol Scottish Defence League rally in Glasgow February 25, 2012
Glasgow MSP Humza Yousaf condemned the extremist group and its ‘vile and toxic hatred’.
Man dies after ‘disturbance’ in Lanarkshire flat February 25, 2012
Police have arrested a woman in connection with the death of 21-year-old Sean Martin in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Flights delayed after Edinburgh Airport computer system crashes February 25, 2012
Passengers faced two hours of queues after check-in network goes down.
‘Hit and run’ leaves Lewis man in hospital February 25, 2012
Police appealing for witnesses after 59-year-old knocked down.
Bank warns of ‘bottleneck’ in second-home market February 25, 2012
Report from the Bank of Scotland indicates two-thirds of Scots have been unable to buy their second home.
Nine rescued by fire fighters after stairwell blaze in north Edinburgh February 25, 2012
Fire crews were called to Pilton shortly before 5am on Saturday.
Serial egg thief banned from Scotland during breeding season February 25, 2012
Matthew Gonshaw is the first person to be given an anti-social behaviour order in connection with crimes against wildlife.
Six rescued from burning block of flats February 24, 2012
Fire crews tackled a blaze at a three-storey building in West Dunbartonshire.
Rangers director Andrew Ellis claims he was 'duped' by owner Craig Whyte February 24, 2012
The director apologised to fans for introducing businessman Craig Whyte to the Ibrox club.

NY Times

Prolonged G.O.P. Race Forces Romney to Recalibrate February 25, 2012
As Mitt Romney’s campaign intensifies fund-raising to meet rising costs, some Republicans are worried about the impact of an extended party contest on the November election.
By JIM RUTENBERG and JEFF ZELENY
U.S. Seeks Deal for Americans Facing Charges in Egypt February 25, 2012
Diplomats are working to resolve criminal charges against Americans on the eve of their trial in a case that has threatened to upend the 30-year alliance between the two countries.
By DAVID D. KIRKPATRICK and STEVEN LEE MYERS
Pakistan Razing House Where Bin Laden Lived February 25, 2012
The building where Osama bin Laden died at the hands of a Navy SEAL unit last May had acquired a painful symbolism for Pakistan’s military.
By DECLAN WALSH
New Law in Massachusetts Allows for Three Casinos February 25, 2012
Other New England states may soon follow Massachusetts, which last fall became the first state in the region to pass a broad law allowing resort casinos.
By ABBY GOODNOUGH
2 Americans Are Killed as Afghan Unrest Enters Fifth Day February 25, 2012
Two American officers were shot dead inside the Interior Ministry building in Kabul amid a deepening crisis in Afghanistan over the burning of Korans at a NATO army base.
By GRAHAM BOWLEY and ALISSA J. RUBIN
In New York Teacher Ratings, Good Test Scores Aren’t Always Good Enough February 25, 2012
The methodology used can cause a wide variation among teachers in the same New York school, and great results can still bring a poor ranking.
By SHARON OTTERMAN and ROBERT GEBELOFF
DealBook: Buffett, in Annual Letter, Says His Successor at Berkshire Is Lined Up February 25, 2012
Warren Buffett, 81, did not name the candidate, and emphasized that he and his longtime business partner, the 88-year-old Charlie Munger, were not leaving Berkshire Hathaway.
By PETER LATTMAN
The Texas Tribune: Perry’s On-the-Job Retirement Lifts Pension Perk From Shadows February 25, 2012
Gov. Rick Perry’s unsuccessful presidential campaign has shed light on Texas politicians’ pension benefits, which are exempt from government transparency laws.
By JAY ROOT
Yemen Swears In a New President to Applause, and Violence February 25, 2012
Abed Rabu Mansour Hadi was sworn in as president of Yemen on Saturday morning after he won an early presidential election in which he was the only candidate.
By LAURA KASINOF
Bribery Case Against Berlusconi Is Thrown Out February 25, 2012
The former prime minister of Italy was accused of bribing a tax lawyer to withhold testimony to protect him, but a court in Milan said the statute of limitations had expired.
By ELISABETTA POVOLEDO

CNN

Taliban claim killing of 2 U.S. officers at interior ministry February 25, 2012
The Taliban say they carried out an attack in the Afghan interior ministry that killed two American officers in response to the recent burning of Qurans at a U.S. base.
Red Cross seeks Homs evacuations February 25, 2012
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's forces pounded resistance strongholds Saturday, opposition activists said, raising questions about what immediate effect a plan by world powers to end the violence will have in the hardest hit areas.
Bomb kills 30 as Yemen leader sworn in February 25, 2012
Yemen swears in its new president, cementing a power transfer deal reached in November to end months of violence over outgoing leader Ali Abdullah Saleh's longtime rule.
Clinton: World must help Arab youth February 25, 2012
Economic opportunity must be a priority if the revolutions sweeping the Middle East and North Africa are to succeed, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Saturday.
Nelson Mandela has hernia surgery February 25, 2012
Former South African president and anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela has hernia surgery and will probably leave hospital in days, a family member says.
Judge throws out Berlusconi case February 25, 2012
A verdict is expected Saturday in the corruption case against former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.
Pakistan razes bin Laden compound February 25, 2012
Pakistani authorities have begun to demolish the compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, that Osama Bin Laden used as a hideout until he was killed in a raid by U.S. forces in May 2011.
Fraud scandal rocks Spain's royals February 25, 2012
The son-in-law of Spain's King Juan Carlos arrived in court to testify before a magistrate Saturday as a suspect in a fraud scandal that has created unprecedented problems for the popular royal family.
Oil surges after Iran uranium warning February 25, 2012
Oil prices surged on Friday as the UN's nuclear watchdog said Iran had significantly increased its production of higher-grade uranium over the past six months and had failed to dispel concerns that it was pursuing atomic weapons.
Santorum, Romney battle in tight race February 25, 2012
Republican presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum spent Friday trading barbs and stumping for votes in Michigan, where polls show the two candidates in a virtual tie four days before what has emerged as a critical contest.

The Scotsman

There may be no God, ‘but let us live as though there were’, says Bishop Richard Holloway February 25, 2012
AS BISHOP of Edinburgh, Richard Holloway led his congregation in prayer and offered spiritual guidance to his flock in the Scottish episcopal church.
Forth road bridge set for a new lease of life February 25, 2012
Fish fraud: Black fish skippers are finally sunk by their own greed February 25, 2012
‘Margaret Thatcher’ of National Library steps down February 25, 2012
THE man described as the “Margaret Thatcher” of the National Library of Scotland will step down after a dozen years as chairman, during which he wrenched the institution into the 21st century but made enemies in the process.
Doctor who gave woman insufficient anaesthetic during Caesarean keeps job February 25, 2012
A CONSULTANT who failed to give enough anaesthetic to a pregnant woman when she was having an elective Caesarean has been told he can continue working under supervision.
Businessman jailed over web of lies to cover up minor prang in car park February 25, 2012
A SCOTTISH businessman who spun an elaborate web of deceit to cover up his involvement in a minor prang in a car park has been jailed for six months.
Severed heads and DIY anaesthetic – memoirs of a PoW of the Japanese February 25, 2012
ONE of the last surviving veterans who worked on the notorious Burma Death Railway after being taken prisoner by the Japanese during the Second World War has broken his silence about the ordeal.
Rangers administration: I was duped by Craig Whyte, says ‘distraught’ Andrew Ellis February 25, 2012
CRAIG Whyte, the besieged Rangers chairman, was left increasingly isolated on Friday night after a serving director at the club apologised to supporters for helping pave the way for the businessman’s takeover.
Glasgow neighbourhoods top affordable rental list February 25, 2012
Glasgow’s neighbourhoods continue to dominate the affordable end of the city rental market, according to the latest research from Citylets.
Former paper mill site in line for £70m boost February 25, 2012
AMBITIOUS plans were announced yesterday to redevelop the final 40 hectares of land on the site of Aberdeenshire’s last paper mill to deliver a major boost to the local economy.

The Herald

Bus firms warn of fares hike after cut in subsidy
BUS passengers in Scotland's cities will bear the brunt of service cuts and fare hikes due to changes to the way government subsidies are handed out, two of the country's biggest operators have claimed.
New inquest into 'dingo' death case
A coroner has opened Australia's fourth inquest into one of the most notorious legal dramas in the nation's history: the 1980 death of a nine-week-old baby whose parents say was taken by a dingo in the Australian Outback.
Solicitor business cleared by Law Society
THE Law Society of Scotland has concluded there was no wrongdoing by a firm offering an out-of-hours phone service for lawyers.
Watchdog launches pay-day loans inquiry
SCOTLAND'S pay-day lenders are to be investigated amid concerns that they are exploiting those in the greatest financial need.
C-section blunder doctor ordered to retrain
A LOCUM doctor who failed to administer anaesthetic to a patient undergoing a caesarean section has been ordered to retrain and work under supervision for the next 12 months.
Colleges' concern at speed of reform review
SCOTLAND'S colleges have voiced concerns about a major shake-up of the sector amid claims they have not been given enough time to respond to a review of the institutions.
Landslide patrols for Rest and Be Thankful
PATROLS of the A83 at the Rest and Be Thankful will take place over the weekend to look out for further landslides after the Argyll road was re-opened to traffic yesterday.
Scots star Gerard Butler in drug abuse rehab bid
SCOTS film star Gerard Butler has completed a spell in rehab in America, receiving treatment for substance abuse, according to reports from the US.
Syrian opposition to be recognised by Britain
Britain is to recognise the Syrian opposition as a "legitimate representative" of the country's people, William Hague has pledged.
Egg thief first to get nesting season ASBO
ONE of Britain's most notorious egg thieves has become the first person to be served with an ASBO that bans him from coming to Scotland during the bird nesting season for the next 10 years.
New LibDem push for tax on mansions
LIBERAL Democrat ministers are pressing hard to get George Osborne to slap a tax on the homes of the rich in his Budget.
Putin expected to be re-elected PM
MOSCOW: Vladimir Putin will reclaim the Kremlin's top job by winning two thirds of the vote in a March presidential election, the last major poll before the vote showed yesterday.
Computer hacking arrests
Two men were arrested as part of Scotland Yard's investigation into computer hacking, a police spokesman said.
Skippers fined £720,000 for huge fish-quota scam
Seventeen skippers behind one of Scotland's biggest fishing scams have been fined a total of £720,000.
Threat to fire stations lifted
The axe hanging over rural fire stations in one Scottish region was lifted yesterday after an external review team over-ruled the brigade chief and said his plans were wrong.

BBC-Weather-UK

Sunday: sunny intervals, Max Temp: 12°C (54°F), Min Temp: 7°C (45°F) February 25, 2012
Max Temp: 12°C (54°F), Min Temp: 7°C (45°F), Wind Direction: W, Wind Speed: 3mph, Visibility: moderate, Pressure: 1030mb, Humidity: 74%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 06:51GMT, Sunset: 17:34GMT
Monday: white cloud, Max Temp: 13°C (55°F), Min Temp: 9°C (48°F) February 25, 2012
Max Temp: 13°C (55°F), Min Temp: 9°C (48°F), Wind Direction: WSW, Wind Speed: 9mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1025mb, Humidity: 86%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 06:49GMT, Sunset: 17:36GMT
Tuesday: sunny intervals, Max Temp: 15°C (59°F), Min Temp: 7°C (45°F) February 25, 2012
Max Temp: 15°C (59°F), Min Temp: 7°C (45°F), Wind Direction: W, Wind Speed: 8mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1023mb, Humidity: 75%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 06:47GMT, Sunset: 17:38GMT

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