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The Highlands and Islands MSP, speaking during time set aside to agree the parliamentary business programme, described the summit as a "sham" and a "farce".

But immigration is complicated - really complicated - and the awkwardness of Tuesday's injunction aside, officials know other English Channel crossers may mount similar arguments.

The bowl triumph was welcome relief from a three-game losing streak and worries about Tedford after the coach stepped aside to address health issues.

It seemed this could now be put aside and a new relationship built.

Based on the way the Red Roses swatted aside France on their own turf in a 40-6 win in their final Rugby World Cup warm-up, that should be straightforward.