Law Society defends itself The Law Society of Scotland rejects criticism of the way it investigates complaints against solicitors. Widow's compensation fight The widow of a murdered man has taken her fight for compensation to the Scottish Parliament. Oil industry in 2.4m 'fast-track' boost Trade secretary Patricia Hewitt visits a new North Sea rig and details a 2.4m scheme to speed up oil and gas development projects. The Scottish Parliament attempts to find a solution to a row between dancers and management over the artistic direction of Scottish Ballet. Norwegian company Kvaerner offers reassurances about its future amid concern for hundreds of Scottish oil jobs.
Researchers call for new efforts to reduce the number of pupils being excluded from schools.
Scotland's roadworks Details of long-term roadworks throughout Scotland from Ali Abbasi and Gillian Dickson. O'Neill savours silence Martin O'Neill refuses to talk but Paul Lambert is full of praise for his Celtic team-mates after beating Porto. Porto A Henrik Larsson goal is enough to earn Celtic a Champions League win over an impressive Porto side. Motherwell A late Keith Lasley own goal gives Airdrie a 2-1 CIS Cup win over local rivals Motherwell. Aberdeen are made to work hard for their 2-1 CIS Cup win by a plucky Queen of the South.