Mary Queen of Scots' Secretary Rizzio: Political Sacrifice

Source: Why Mary Queen of Scots' murdered private secretary David Rizzio was a political scapegoat (2025-09-25)

David Rizzio, the private secretary to Mary Queen of Scots, was murdered and later portrayed as a political scapegoat. His death was likely a result of complex political tensions surrounding the queen, rather than personal motives alone. The article also touches on broader issues, including the Labour conference's lack of focus on Scotland and recent local crime incidents in West Dunbartonshire, highlighting ongoing social and political challenges in the region.

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