Michael Portillo

James Hipkiss, owner of Fancy Fries

Fancy Fries expands to Scotland with £100,000 franchise opportunity

Northern Ireland's Conor Bradley and Kieran Tierney clash during an International Friendly match between Scotland and Northern Ireland at Hampden Park, on March 26, 2024, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Where were the wingers? Like ships, we've stopped making them

'Renegade Nell is the dandy highwaywoman'

An Old Street by LS Lowry is among the highlights of of the virtual Art-tastic exhibition. Picture: Angus Blackburn

'Socially distanced' Lowry work goes on show

The BBC has come under fire for broadcasting and retweeting her views picture: SocialMedia

Watch: BBC under fire for airing woman's comment to 'completely close UK borders...

The BBC has come under fire for broadcasting and retweeting her views picture: SocialMedia

Watch: BBC under fire for airing woman's comment to 'completely close UK borders...

Bobby Gillespie and Simone Butler of
Primal Scream in concert at The Barrowland Picture: Andrew MacColl/Shutterstock

Music review: Primal Scream, Barrowlands, Glasgow

The Primal Scream star looked distinctly unimpressed. Picture: BBC

BBC presenter Andrew Neil slams rocker Bobby Gillespie as '˜miserable Jock'

The Primal Scream star looked distinctly unimpressed. Picture: BBC

Rocker Bobby Gillespie hits out at '˜smug' Andrew Neil after BBC appearance

Ex-Scottish Labour leader has some tough acts to follow in the world of political reality TV. Picture: Mark Runnacles/Getty Images

Aidan Smith: Why Kezia Dugdale needs to out-purr George Galloway

Theresa May is facing a battle for survival

Insight: 1970s tactics in Theresa May's battle for survival

Moray MP Angus Robertson with Nicola Sturgeon. Picture: Getty Images

Election 2017: Could Moray be the SNP's '˜Portillo moment'?

The famous steam locamotive Flying Scotsman left London's King's Cross station on its inaugural journey. Picture: PA

Rail enthusiasts on tracks delay Flying Scotsman's inaugural run

Lord Parkinson, who has died at the age of 84. Picture: TSPL

Cecil Parkinson, former Tory minister, dies at 84

Its unlikely that Tony Benn would be surprised by his sons enthusiasm for bombing. Picture: Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images

Hannah McGill: Hilary Benn’s behaviour is the norm

In 1969 Robin Knox-Johnston arrived at Falmouth to complete the first non-stop solo circumnavigation, in 312 days. Picture: AFP/Getty

On this day: Robin Knox-Johnston arrives back in UK

Beef Stroganof - Carina Contini recipe

Carina Contini's Beef stroganoff

Douglas Alexander could be among the sitting Labour MPs to be beaten by the SNP on 7 May. Picture: John Devlin

Andrew Whitaker: All change for Scottish Labour

David Camerons announcement was dubbed a potential disaster by Alastair Campbell. Picture: PA

Cameron on the defensive after ‘no third term’ vow

Sharp-dressed man: Eddie Redmayne. Picture: Getty

Eddie Redmayne named best-dressed man by GQ

Bernina Express goes from Tirano in Italy to St Moritz in Switzerland. Picture: Contributed

Highlands told to look at glass-roofed trains

Michael Portillo Aged 7 Years (right) with his three brothers, dad and mother Cora. Picture: REX

Obituary: Cora Blyth de Portillo, linguist

Nelson Mandela at an election rally in 1999. Picture: AP

Jane Devine: A tougher side to Nelson Mandela

Boris Johnson says Britain needs to renegotiate. Picture: Reuters

Leaving EU not catastrophic, says Boris Johnson

David Cameron. Picture: Reuters

David Cameron facing rebellion over EU decider

Robin Knox-Johnson became the first person to sail single-handed and non-stop solo round the world on this day in 1969. Picture: Getty

On this day: First Atlantic crossing| Earthquake in Colchester

SNP: Scots taxpayers spend £500k a day on nukes

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Clive Anderson in profile

Eddie Barnes: International policy will be a major influence on any Trident deci...

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Andrew Wilson: Scaring the Faslane community is part of the ‘No’ deal for Labour

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BBC rapped for payments to politician Diane Abbott for television appearances

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Portillo opens art exhibition

Michael Portillo: Art of my family

Michael Portillo: Art of my family

Scottish independence: Unionist campaign can’t match Alex Salmond’s charisma, sa...

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40 pictures from Blyth collection go on sale

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Letter: Debatable skills

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Chill wind blows on Highland rail line

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Letter: Carrier contracts

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Ministers warned over the dangers of unforgettable election nights

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Travel: Michael Portillo relives historic rail journey for BBC series

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Scandal-ridden Darling stares at election defeat

Can George slay Gordon the goliath?

Tories: no-one believes we will cut taxes

Edith backs me to the hilt, says rising Rifkind

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries