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Heat pump maker says ScotGov is ‘No1 barrier’ to homeowners ditching gas-guzzling boilers
Heat pump manufacturer points to Scottish Government as the main obstacle for homeowners moving away from gas-guzzling boilers. Aira, a leading heat pump maker, highlighted issues with the grant and loan scheme in Scotland, describing it as slow and complicated, deterring both buyers and installers. Homeowners are required to fill out a 38-page form to…
Illegally shot buzzard is latest in spree of cruel wildlife crimes across Scotland
An illegally shot buzzard has been discovered as the latest victim in a series of cruel wildlife crimes that have been plaguing Scotland, indicating that new laws aimed at combating such atrocities may not be effective. The protected bird of prey was found dead with a shotgun wound in rural Perthshire in May, suffering significant…
Glasgow needs ‘deep clean’ before hosting Commonwealth Games, union chiefs warn
Glasgow faces calls for a thorough “deep clean” ahead of hosting the upcoming Commonwealth Games, as highlighted by union chiefs from the GMB. The union playfully suggested Cludgie the Rat as a mascot for the 2026 games to draw attention to the city’s rodent issue. Emphasizing the need for improvements, the GMB urged authorities to…
Glasgow must clean up all year round and not just for Commonwealth Games
Glasgow residents are calling for year-round cleanliness in the city, not just during major events like the upcoming Commonwealth Games in 2026. While the city is preparing to host the prestigious sporting event, many locals are advocating for consistent upkeep of streets and parks beyond temporary clean-ups for special occasions. Previous events, such as the…
Seven Scots who died in the line of duty among first to be honoured with Elizabeth Emblem
Seven Scots who died in the line of duty are set to be honoured with the Elizabeth Emblem, a new award that recognises police officers, firefighters, and other public servants who lost their lives while on duty. The emblem has been introduced as the civilian equivalent of the Elizabeth Cross, which honours members of the…
Tam Cowan: Sex lasts a long time for me – but I do have a very old computer…
Tam Cowan: Sex Lasts a Long Time for Me – But I Do Have a Very Old Computer… Our weekly columnist, Tam Cowan, brings a number of fascinating facts to the table in his recent article. Did you know that the grey squirrel is one of the most intelligent creatures in the British countryside? They…
Labour Budget will lead to higher food price rises and worsen cost-of-living crisis, says SNP
Labour’s Budget is set to increase food prices and exacerbate the cost-of-living crisis, according to the Scottish National Party (SNP). The SNP’s economy spokesperson, Dave Doogan, criticised the measures announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating that they will make the ongoing cost-of-living crisis even more challenging for the public. Supermarket chain Sainsbury’s has also raised…
Drink-driving Scots Tory peer downed glasses of wine before veering truck across road and pavements
Drink-driving Scottish Tory peer reportedly consumed multiple glasses of wine before driving his truck erratically across roads and pavements. Alexander Scrymgeour, known as the 12th Earl of Dundee, was observed slurring his words by police officers who stopped him. The incident occurred when witnesses noticed Scrymgeour driving slowly, crossing lanes, and mounting pavements on his…
Nearly 7000 former Scots miners to receive over £10m yearly after pension scandal injustice
Nearly 7,000 former Scottish miners are set to receive over £10 million annually following a pension scandal injustice. The UK Government will be paying out £200,000 each week to these ex-miners, equating to £10.4 million every year. Chancellor Rachel Reeves made the announcement in her Budget, revealing that the £1.5 billion mineworkers’ pension fund would…
Scots pensioner, 84, drove Honda Jazz down wrong way on A9 forcing cars to swerve
An 84-year-old pensioner from Scotland has been banned from driving for 16 months after she was caught driving her Honda Jazz down the wrong way on a busy dual carriageway, forcing cars to swerve. Catherine Nicoll, from Pitlochry, was fined £400 at Perth Sheriff Court and ordered to re-sit the extended driving test before being…