Hoyrood 537 / 28 October 2024

Alex Salmond 1954-2024

5 Editor’s note
Alex Salmond changed Scotland. He changed politics. He changed me. And that’s quite a legacy

6 Roundup
Pictures and numbers from the past two weeks

7 Talking Point
Better regulation of football will protect the important communities that support the game

9 In Context
The Acorn Project

10 Spotlight: History Man
Alex Salmond was an independence figurehead.
What now for the movement he dedicated his life to?

12 Alex Salmond: Political Titan
The former first minister changed the course of Scotland’s political journey

16 Science: Innovation Nation
From AI to life sciences, Scotland continues to punch above its weight

18 Interview: Dame Sue Black
The forensic anthropologist on how understanding the science behind death helps you live life to the full

23 Innovation: Research
With higher education under pressure, is Scotland’s reputation for research excellence at risk?

26 Obesity: Weight-loss Drugs
New jabs available through the NHS are being hailed as “game-changing” but they are not a magic fix

32 Connect: Online Safety
Can the Online Safety Act pull its weight and keep young users safe?

34 Political Interview: Wendy Chamberlain
After a general election triumph, the Scottish Lib Dem deputy leader says it’s time for a new political reality

38 Getting to Know You
Dr Zubir Ahmed on the surgeon’s graveyard

40 Comment
Joan McAlpine remembers her friend, Alex Salmond

41 Local Politics
Conservative councillor Noah Khogali says Strathearn beats Brussels

42 Diary
Donut eating and overpriced chocolate

43 Last Word
Sketch: John Grady and Kirsty Blackman aren’t getting hitched

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