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Universal Winter Fuel Payment to be reinstated by SNP Government after Labour cut
The SNP Government is set to reinstate the Universal Winter Fuel Payment for nearly one million Scots, reversing a cut made by Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville will announce the move at Holyrood today, aiming to counteract the Labour Government’s decision. It is anticipated that all older Scots will be eligible…
Woman broke kid’s collarbone after shoving her off trampoline she didn’t want to share
A woman has been convicted of breaking a five-year-old child’s collarbone by pushing her off a trampoline that she did not want to share. Jamie-Lee Ferguson, 24, was found guilty at Perth Sheriff Court of shoving the young girl from the edge of the raised trampoline onto the ground several feet below. The incident occurred…
Homelessness explosion sees record numbers claiming to sleep rough in Scotland’s biggest city
In Glasgow, there has been a surge in homelessness, with record numbers of people claiming to have slept on the streets, according to new figures. The data, obtained through a Freedom of Information request, reveals that 929 individuals have reported sleeping rough in Scotland’s largest city this year, marking a 28% increase in just six…
Scots teen probes links between social media and violence with UK Youth Parliament
A Scottish teenager is set to lead the UK Youth Parliament in an investigation into the connection between social media and youth violence. Beth MacKay, 18, who represents Banffshire and Buchan Coast, will convey the perspectives of young people in Scotland at the upcoming Youth Select Committee session at the House of Commons. The inquiry…
Teen photographer who inspired Kate Middleton dies from cancer aged 17
Teenage Photographer Dies After Battling Cancer Liz Hatton, a 17-year-old aspiring photographer who captured the attention of Kate Middleton, has tragically passed away after a courageous fight against a rare form of cancer. Liz was diagnosed with desmoplastic small round cell tumour, a condition with only 12 cases diagnosed annually, and was given a challenging…
Shocking CCTV footage shows moment police officer caught stealing from Lidl
Shocking CCTV footage recently surfaced, revealing the moment a police officer was caught stealing from a Lidl store. The incident involved PC Christopher Spence, who was seen on camera putting various items such as nuts, cheese, and treats into his rucksack at the supermarket. The footage captured Spence only scanning one item at the self-service…
Missing OAP last seen at Glasgow train station sparks police appeal
Police in Glasgow have issued an appeal to locate a missing pensioner who was last seen at a train station in the city. Alexander Marshall, 75, disappeared from the Novar Drive area in the west end of Glasgow at around 9.40 am. Authorities are expressing serious concerns for his well-being. CCTV footage captured Alexander at…
Jay Slater’s family share final heartfelt thanks as search fundraiser closes
In a heartfelt gesture, Jay Slater’s family has expressed their deep gratitude as a fundraiser initiated to aid in the search efforts comes to a close. The fundraiser was established during Jay’s disappearance in Tenerife in June, with a surge of donations received to support the search operation and subsequently assist in repatriating his body…
Danielle Jones’ killer makes new freedom bid despite refusing to tell where body is buried
Danielle Jones’ killer, Stuart Campbell, has made a fresh bid for freedom despite still refusing to disclose the location of her body. The Parole Board has confirmed that Campbell’s case is currently under review. Campbell, now 66, was convicted of the murder of his 15-year-old niece in 2001 and was sentenced to life in prison…
Championship clash called off due to power failure in stadium
**Championship Clash Postponed Due to Power Failure in Stadium** The Championship match between Portsmouth and Millwall was abruptly called off on Wednesday night after a power outage struck Fratton Park, plunging the stadium into darkness for nearly an hour. Sky Sports, the broadcaster for the match, initially reported that there was an issue being investigated…