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Proposal to strip free bus passes from anti-social passengers
Scottish Government Considering Removing Free Bus Passes from Anti-Social Passengers A proposal to strip free bus passes from anti-social passengers is being considered by the Scottish Government. Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop has indicated support for exploring the legal means to suspend concessionary bus passes from individuals who exhibit bad behaviour while onboard. The move follows…
St Andrew’s Hospice to host ‘Santa’s Zippity Doo Dash’ fundraiser at Strathclyde Park
St Andrew’s Hospice is set to host the ‘Santa’s Zippity Doo Dash’ fundraiser at Strathclyde Park to raise funds for their vital work. This fun-filled event will take place on December 8 and promises to be an exciting day for all participants. The charity has teamed up with Active NL and even Santa Claus himself…
Sex beasts who groomed young boys with cash, cigarettes and alcohol jailed
Two men who groomed and sexually abused young boys with cash, cigarettes, and alcohol have been sentenced to jail after a four-week trial at Minshull Crown Court. David Marsh, 74, and Anthony Whitehead, 72, carried out despicable abuse over two decades in Rochdale. They targeted troubled and vulnerable teenagers, offering them gifts and treats before…
Snow set to hammer Scotland next month with 60-hour deluge
Snow is predicted to hit Scotland next month with a 60-hour deluge, as another Arctic blast is on its way. The snowfall is forecast to begin in western parts of the country from midday on December 9 and spread to cover a large area by midnight on December 11. The upcoming weather is expected to…
Tenants ‘have nothing left to give’ as Holyrood rally calls on MSPs to back rent controls
Fed-up tenants, who feel they have “nothing left to give,” gathered for a rally outside the Scottish Parliament, urging politicians to support rent controls ahead of the Housing Bill vote. The Housing Bill, up for consideration by MSPs on Thursday, includes provisions for rent controls, protection against illegal evictions, and tenant rights such as keeping…
See Me’s Anti-Stigma Arts Fund accepting applications from organisations and groups
The Anti-Stigma Arts Fund, managed by See Me, Scotland’s initiative to eradicate mental health stigma and discrimination, is now open for applications from organisations and groups in Lanarkshire. This fund, in its fourth year, aims to utilise the power of arts to challenge stereotypes and behaviours linked to mental health issues. The fund’s previous success…
Woman dies in tragic crash between car and lorry on Scots road
A tragic crash between a car and a lorry on a major road in Scotland has claimed the life of a 36-year-old woman. The incident occurred on the A75 between Annan and Eastriggs this morning at around 9.30am, prompting emergency crews to respond to the scene. The collision involved a black Ford KA and an…
Liam Payne’s dad says he missed major milestone before son’s tragic hotel death
Liam Payne’s father revealed that he missed a significant milestone before his son’s tragic death at a hotel in Buenos Aires. The former One Direction member fell from a third-floor balcony on October 16. Geoff Payne, Liam’s dad, flew to Argentina after the incident, as Liam was on holiday with his girlfriend Kate Cassidy. Geoff…
Glasgow councillor sorry for Rangers fans comment during Ibrox pub debate
Glasgow Councillor Apologises for Rangers Fans Comment During Ibrox Pub Debate A Glasgow councillor has expressed regret for a comment she made during a discussion about plans for a pub near Ibrox. SNP Councillor Eva Bolander offered an apology if she had caused offence with her remark, in which she implied that Rangers fans were…
Amazonia welcomes baby emperor tamarin to its collection of primates
Amazonia, located within M&D’s Strathclyde Theme Park, has recently welcomed a new addition to its collection of primates – a baby emperor tamarin. This marks the first time that this endangered species of monkey has been successfully bred by the team at the Lanarkshire family attraction. Emperor tamarins are small monkeys indigenous to the Amazon…