If the cringeworthy uniform to be worn by Scots competitors at the Commonwealth Games is an example of Scottish decision making, it will do much to swell the "No" vote in the Independence referendum.

It has been most gratifying and appropriate to see the BBC announce, in Imperial units, the 8lb 6oz weight of the royal baby.

Whilst it is very sad for employees of HMV to lose their jobs at this time of year, the loss of these retail outlets really needs to be put into perspective.