Young Scot Awards 2021: Tears and cheers as we salute the inspirational winners
The virtual ceremony culminated in youngsters Jack and Alfie winning the highest accolade of the event, Young Scot of the Year 2021
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Best friends and winners of Young Scot of the Year 2021, Jack Mullen and Alfie King
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1:24 PM April 29, 2021
Archant is taking a stand with footballers this weekend for a social media boycott against online abuse
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