Nicola Sturgeon: I am haunted by error which let Salmond complainers down

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'I am haunted by the error that let them down'

That's what Nicola Sturgeon had to say when challenged on her involvement in 'defending the indefensible' at FMQs today.

The First Minister also faced accusations from Ruth Davidson that the SNP cannot be trusted by sexual harassment complainants to deal with complaints properly following fresh allegations against chief whip Patrick Grady.

Read more about what was said and how Ms Sturgeon responded here.

Meet Katie, a real life mermaid in the Outer Hebrides

Most young girls (and no doubt some boys) will have, at one point or another, wanted to be a mermaid.

Well Katie Macleod from the Isle of Lewis is living that dream.

She is the star of a new television series which sees her swimming with seals, diving in the crystal clear waters, and showcasing her strong bond with her home island.

Find out more about Katie and how you can watch the show.

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