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Man, 54, in ‘serious condition’ after hit and run in Scots town as police hunt driver
A 54-year-old man is currently in a “serious” condition in hospital after being involved in a hit and run incident in a Scottish town. The incident took place on Winifred Street, at its junction with Hendry Road, in Kirkcaldy at approximately 5.50pm. A small red car struck the male pedestrian before fleeing the scene before…
Dumfries and Galloway health officials warn of ‘quite extensive’ winter flu season
Dumfries and Galloway health officials are raising the alarm over the potential for a significant winter flu season in the region. The public health experts are advising individuals eligible for the flu vaccine to promptly receive their jab to safeguard their health and relieve pressure on the NHS. Ross Darley, the infection prevention and control…
Five men charged with human trafficking after Aberdeen police raids
Five men have been charged with human trafficking offences following police raids in Aberdeen. The men, aged 34, 32, 32, 28, and 20, were arrested in connection with the raids carried out at city centre properties by Police Scotland. They are scheduled to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court in the near future. Detective Inspector Stevie…
Covid prison deaths of Scots killer and sex offender probed in joint investigation
In a joint investigation, the deaths of a double killer and a sex offender who were the first prisoners to die from Covid-19 in Scotland are under scrutiny. Francis McCarthy, 59, convicted of the murder of Thomas McKirdy in 1985, passed away on April 12, 2020, at Glasgow Royal Infirmary after being transferred from HMP…
Change to Perth city traffic management as ‘super sewer’ nears completion
Perth City Traffic Management to Change as ‘Super Sewer’ Nears Completion A significant change is on the horizon for Perth city traffic management as the ‘super sewer’ project nears completion. The £107 million Perth sewer upgrade project is now entering its final phase, according to Scottish Water. The final 100-metre section of the Tay Street…
Months of road closures on A9 planned between Dunblane and Perth to remove diseased trees
Months of road closures are set to take place on the A9 between Dunblane and Perth as part of a plan to remove diseased trees that pose a risk to motorists. The stretch of road will undergo three months of closures, including near side lane closures, off-side lane closures, and off-slip closures to facilitate the…
Ex Scotland rugby star Stuart Hogg to be sentenced for abusing estranged wife
Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg is set to be sentenced following his admission of abusing his estranged wife over a period of five years. The ex-rugby star pleaded guilty to a single charge of domestic abuse involving his former partner, Gillian Hogg, during a court appearance at Selkirk Sheriff Court on November 4. He…
Lurpak makers hit back at Bovaer cancer claims affecting huge UK supermarkets
Lurpak makers hit back at Bovaer cancer claims affecting huge UK supermarkets The owners of the UK’s biggest dairy co-operative have supported its recently-announced trial to add a methane-suppressing additive into cow feed. Concerns over a new additive given to cows that could ‘contaminate’ milk and allegedly cause cancer have been dismissed by Arla Foods.…
John Swinney warns Labour ‘Scotland will never forgive you’ if party blocks ending two-child cap
SNP Deputy Political Editor, 5 DEC 2024 – John Swinney, Deputy Political Editor for the SNP, issued a strong warning to Labour stating, “Scotland will never forgive you” if the UK Government obstructs the abolition of the two-child cap on benefits. The SNP surprised many with their commitment to alleviate the impacts of this widely…
Boy, 2, dies days after being rushed to hospital and discharged with constipation
A tragic incident has left a family grieving the loss of their two-year-old son, Hudson Cole Perrins, who passed away just days after being taken to hospital and diagnosed with constipation. Hudson was rushed to Wolverhampton’s New Cross Hospital by his father on June 27 after complaining of stomach pains. Despite efforts to treat his…