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Images outside former Scottish prime minister Nicola Sturgeon's house in Glasgow after she was arrested as part of an investigation into the finances of the political party she led for over eight years. Her detention marks the third arrest in the probe that has sent shockwaves through Scotland's politics, long dominated by the Scottish National Party (SNP). IMAGES
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says that people should celebrate New Year in their own homes with just their own households to avoid the spread of Covid-19, a move which sees the cancellation of the major Hogmanay celebrations usually held in Edinburgh. SOUNDBITE
Britain goes to the polls for a snap election called by Prime Minister Theresa May ahead of Brexit after a campaign shadowed by terrorism. IMAGES
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he acknowledges some people will be glad to see him go as he expresses his regret at "giving up the best job in the world", as he announces his resignation as leader of the Conservative party outside Downing St. SOUNDBITE
Scotland's government intends to hold a second independence referendum on October 19, 2023, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says in an address to Parliament. IMAGES