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Dubh or Duff (r. 962-967)

Dubh, whose Gaelic name means 'black', was the son of Malcolm I.

He was twice challenged for the throne by Culen, and on the second occasion was killed in Moray in 967.

Image: The Duke of York hands over the Royal Warrant for the safe-keeping of the Stone of Destiny (or Scone) in the Great Hall in Edinburgh Castle in 1996. The stone was integral in the coronation of ancient Scottish kings.

The Duke of Rothesay attends the Kirking of the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh

Published 11 May 2016

The baton relay represents a calling together of people from every part of the Commonwealth.
The Queen's Message to the Athletes

Rugby World Cup 2015

Published 13 October 2015

Inevitably, a long life can pass by many milestones; my own is no exception. But I thank you all, and the many others at home and overseas, for your touching messages of great kindness.
A speech by The Queen at the Borders Railway, Scotland

18 September 2014

The Queen's message following Scotland's referendum

30 November 2013

The Queen's message following the helicopter crash in Glasgow

Scotland has played such a very special part in our lives, and that of my family, over the years and we have greatly enjoyed our frequent visits.
A speech by The Queen in Perth, Scotland, 2012

14 June 2012

Announcement of engagements for Holyrood Week 2012

A fresh chapter has now opened with this presentation of new Colours to six of the seven battalions of The Royal Regiment of Scotland.
A speech by The Queen to the Royal Regiment of Scotland, 2011

Now, in its second decade, the Scottish Parliament is firmly established as an integral part of Scottish public life.
An address by The Queen to the Scottish Parliament, 2011

It’s knowing that so many of Scotland’s finest brains and greatest achievers gained – and continue to gain - inspiration from this place
A speech by Prince William at St. Andrews University, Scotland

I have been struck by the spirit of engagement and innovation shown by the Members as you seek to fulfil your commitment to serve the people of Scotland.
An address by The Queen to the Scottish Parliament, 2009

I know that the renewal of this famous and much-cherished landmark has been a long-held aspiration.
A speech by The Queen at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

The Bank was granted its Royal Charter 278 years ago and even a prudent bank needs to build a new headquarters once in a while.
Opening of a new headquarters, Royal Bank of Scotland, 14 September 2005

We meet in a remarkably open and transparent chamber, where this Parliament sits in the round in European fashion.
Opening of the new Scottish Parliament building, Edinburgh, 9 October 2004

30 November 2003

New appointments to the Order of the Thistle

We see in this new Parliament, even after four short years, clear signs of a legislature that is distinctly Scottish.
Scottish Parliament meeting on the Mound in Edinburgh, 3 June 2003

30 November 2002

Appointments to the Order of the Thistle

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