Nicola Sturgeon's plans for an independent Scotland suffered a hammer blow today after a leading think tank warned splitting from the UK would mean 'more not less austerity' north of the border.

The Liberal Democrats lost the East Dunbartonshire seat to the SNP's Amy Callaghan by just 149 votes. Nicola Sturgeon was filmed shaking her fists with joy at the news of her party's gain.

Ms Sturgeon was filmed reacting to the Dunbartonshire East result while doing interviews at the Glasgow count, but has faced fierce criticism over her behaviour.

SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon teed up a pitch battle for the future of the UK claiming Boris Johnson will be 'subverting democracy' by refusing a ballot.

The SNP won 35 seats in 2017 but managed to secure 12 more at the general election last week - a surge which has bolstered Ms Sturgeon's calls for a second breakaway ballot.

The SNP leader made the admission as she addressed the Holyrood parliament and tore into the Prime Minister after his election win. The SNP itself now holds 47 of the 59 seats in Scotland.

SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon said she had won overwhelming support north of the border in the election last week - and the PM had no right to block a new bid to break up the UK.

The First Minister said that the Prime Minister's decision to block a new vote was 'a sign of weakness' as she continued to build her case the break up the UK.

Nicola Sturgeon is alleged to have issued the edict after concerns were raised at staff meetings about Derek Mackay's behaviour.

Nicola Sturgeon today made clear she is willing to ease coronavirus lockdown restrictions in Scotland at a different rate to the rest of the UK.

Viewers took to Twitter to praise the singer, 34, for her 'fearless' judging style as they demanded she should join the panel permanently.

The singer, 34, looked sensational in a plunging black velvet dress which flaunted her incredible toned figure as she joined John Legend at the event.

She's one of X Factor's success stories.  So it came as no surprise to see Leona Lewis had been invited back to judge the grand finale of the series' spin-off, The Band, on Sunday.

Her two latest music releases have put her at the top of the Billboard charts, for the first time in her career. And Selena Gomez isn't done making bold statements yet.

John McDonnell has refused to back down despite facing a wave of anger over the huge concession, seemingly designed to pave the way for a deal with Nicola Sturgeon.

Nicola Sturgeon today confirmed the SNP would be willing to prop up a Labour minority government in exchange for a second Scottish independence referendum.

She's one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, known for films including Pitch Perfect and How To Be Single. 

Aidy Boothroyd's side are in preparation mode for the European Championship finals as they trained at St George's Park on Wednesday ahead of friendlies with Poland and Germany.

Prince Charles, 71, has a 'personal assistant on hand to assistant and someone preparing his food,' while he recovers from coronavirus at Balmoral, a source said, speaking to Vanity Fair.

Myles William Taylor is accused of bludgeoning his mother Lesley and then attacking his father Michael in a domestic dispute during the coronavirus lockdown.

Deontay Wilder became just the third American heavyweight to have an audience with the Pope on Friday. Following the meeting, Wilder fuelled further talk of a potential fight with Anthony Joshua.

Lucia Riina, daughter of the late mobster Salvatore 'Toto' Riina, has named her new eatery in Paris 'Corleone'. The family come from the same town as the fictional gangsters in the Godfather trilogy.

Laura Jane, from Leeds, said she was stunned when she heard a loud thud as the bird crashed into the glass and and left a body-shaped mark for proof.

Vet Gary Samuel, 49, was banned from keeping animals for life and struck off after inspectors found 24 dogs and eight cats to starve in his cellar at his surgery in Leeds, west Yorkshire.

SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon insisted it is vital that immigration from the EU is allowed to carry on after Brexit, saying the economy needs workers.

Boris Johnson lashed out after the SNP leader said immigration from the EU must continue north of the border because the economy needs workers.

TOM LEONARD: As a titan of Silicon Valley, Jeff Bezos should probably have known the first rule of internet security - never click on anything sent to you by someone you don't know.

Frank Warren is the promoter for Tyson Fury who will face Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas on February 22. Warren has talked down claims that Wilder could go on to face Anthony Joshua this year.

Masterchef contestant Harry Foster has hit back at criticisms towards judge Melissa Leong. 

Melissa Leong shocked audiences when she took a phone call in the middle of a cliffhanger moment on MasterChef Australia: Back To Win on Monday night.  

Leona, 32, will join 2017 Voice UK winner Mo Jamil during piano rehearsals, with both offering the remaining contestants crucial advice based on their own talent show experiences.

Dua Lipa and Bebe Rexha looked sensational as they posed up ahead of their roles as battle advisors on The Voice.

TOM LEONARD: Listening through headsets into the bugged hotel suite next door, the small group of FBI agents couldn’t quite believe the sordid events that were unfolding.

Chelsee Healey rocked some stylish maternity wear as she was pictured in public for the first time since announcing her pregnancy back in January.

The One Direction star, 26, revealed his fear of the birds while chatting with the comedian, 41, during the skit on Friday.

Super Bowl XLVIII was as much about the A-list fans coming out to show their support for their favourite team as it was the action happening on the field

She sat front row at the Proenza Schouler New York Fashion Week Show last month. And on Tuesday, Lourdes Leon was spotted stepping out in New York City rocking a casual yet chic look.

Lourdes, who celebrated her 23rd birthday on October 14, paired her Levi denims with a gray knit sweater and white Nike trainers.

The University of Michigan alum wound up in a pile of around 30 others for the Love Different 2020 performance at The Temple House in Miami Beach

She rang in the new year with a family trip to the Maldives, alongside her mother Madonna and four of her five siblings.

The daughter of Madonna, 23, took a smoke break as she stepped out into the Big Apple on Wednesday. Even though she was bundled up in hefty outerwear, Lourdes was still exuding an air of cool.

The celebrity offspring, 23, made a bleary-eyed departure from LOVE magazine's London Fashion Week party, held at The Standard in the English capital on Monday evening.

She was known as the glamorous Porsche-driving lawyer when she appeared on My Kitchen Rules back in 2016, who had a love of all things designer. 

Will Smith's super spy Lance Sterling gets much more than he bargained for when he teams up Tom Holland's tech-savvy Walter Beckett in the new trailer for Spies In Disguise.

The former TOWIE star, 34, revealed that she was supposed to be wearing the item of clothing on her getaway to Spain but that it had been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Detailed analysis of the bones from a site at Paliokastro, on the Greek island of Thasos, revealed a muscle-bound horse-riding warrior underwent 'extraordinary' surgery.

The friend of Kim Kardashian showed off her fit figure on Tuesday in neon yellow yoga clothes as she worked to stay fit among the coronavirus pandemic.

The historic Chateau Marmont hotel on the famous Sunset Strip opened in 1929 and has welcomed many legendary celebrity guests and has been the site of several movies.

Rita Ora was delighted when the Chameleon handed her a single rose as their romance continued on The Masked Singer.

The rock star, 44, stunned the panel with his incredible range of vocals after ending up in the sing-off, and lost out to Duck in the judges vote despite an incredible soprano performance.