5 h. ago Winter heating payment reminder for South Lanarkshire pensioners

It is estimated that over one million pensioners in Scotland will receive Pension Age Winter Heating Payment.

Economics

34 h. ago South Lanarkshire compost project again overwhelmed by demand

Another 330 compost bins were made available in an expanded pilot scheme - and were all allocated to keen householders within a day

Politics

36 h. ago Scotland will remain UK energy powerhouse under Labour Government

In an article for the Record, Labour Minister Michael Shanks said the UK Government is using energy policy to help local communities.

Politics

60 h. ago PM brands Channel crossings ‘Farage boats’ because Brexit has hampered returns – UK politics live

PM also says he does not believe Nigel Farage or Reform voters are racistHelena Horton is a Guardian environment reporter.Ed Miliband is due to take to the stage to deliver his speech today, and he is set to announce a “total ban” on fracking.I am about to announce something you have been calling for and campaigning on, which is to ban fracking for good. You called for it, I’m going to do it, thank you for your campaigning.What an amazing result for our environment, our local communities, and the thousands of committed people and groups right across the country who’ve spent years fighting for fracking to be banned for good – including the many who signed 38 Degrees supporter Geoff’s recent petition. Not long ago, it felt like fracking might make a comeback, with Reform UK pushing to put it back on the agenda. But thousands of us stood up, demanded a permanent ban, and made our voices impossible to ignore. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago South Lanarkshire expands popular compost bin pilot scheme following demand

Householders now have a second chance to obtain a free home composter - after first-phase supplies ran out within two hours

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3 d. ago The Breakdown | Every World Cup match felt like a celebration of women’s rugby – the breakthrough we’ve dreamed of

When I started covering the Red Roses they played Six Nations games after many fans had left, but their World Cup triumph at a sold-out Twickenham is a new dawnA turning point, a line in the sand, a pivotal moment. Whatever you want to call it, this Rugby World Cup, and the final in particular, is a point women’s rugby won’t be turning back from. The showpiece at a sold-out Twickenham was a moment decades in the making, a long-held dream for so many in the sport.This summer has been unbelievable. The sight of thousands of fans in the stands, and not only for the England games, was just what the game needed. People travelled from abroad to support their nations but local communities also turned out for all 16 teams, which led Ruahei Demant, the New Zealand co-captain, to call England “world-leading” in supporting women’s sport. Every match also felt like a celebration of the game, whether that was down to players being applauded off their coaches, a fan at Twickenham saying “we’re al...

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3 d. ago Our world is hurtling into climate disaster and what do politicians give us? Oilfields and new runways | Bill McGuire

In the name of ‘pragmatism’, green measures are being ditched, net zero derided. Be very clear: without slashing emissions we are in deep, deep troubleThe hope that followed the signing of the Paris climate agreement in 2016 has long gone as the global community has failed utterly to rein in emissions, which – barring a small pandemic-induced blip in 2020 – have headed remorselessly upwards ever since. And there is little sign of this changing anytime soon. Indeed, as global heating has accelerated over the past few years, instead of trying harder, the world is turning its back on measures to tackle the climate crisis.In the UK, Labour is considering the approval of two major new oilfields in the North Sea – Rosebank and Jackdaw – with both Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves reported to be backing the proposals, which would lock in reliance on fossil fuels at the expense of renewables. Alongside this, instead of the government introducing measures to reduce aviation emissions, such as a...

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4 d. ago JLR to resume some manufacturing in coming days after hack: GSK shares rise 3% after surprise CEO change – business live

JLR says “controlled, phased restart” of its operations continues, as GSK appoints a new boss to succeed Dame Emma Walmsley.GSK’s Emma Walmsley to be replaced as chief executiveInside the Jaguar Land Rover hack: stalled smart factories, outsourced cybersecurity and supply chain woesEmma Walmsley’s departure as CEO of GSK at the end of the year will be the “end of an era”, says Derren Nathan, head of equity research at Hargreaves Lansdown.Nathan explains:“The first ever female CEO of a major pharmaceutical company, Dame Emma Walmsley, is set to hand over GSK’s reins on New Year’s Day 2026. One of her key achievements was the demerger of Haleon, the company behind consumer health brands such as Beechams. That not just strengthened GSK’s balance sheet but also sharpened the group’s focus on speciality medicines and vaccines. There’s an exciting pipeline ahead and, this year alone, GSK’s on track for five major regulatory approvals. Her reign also saw a line drawn in the sand in the Zan...

Economics

4 d. ago Migrants must learn English and not claim benefits to stay in UK, Government says

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has said migrants will have to contribute to society and their local communities

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6 d. ago Homes must be built in ‘right’ parts of England to tackle shortages – think tank

Areas such as Greater Manchester and Birmingham with ‘huge productivity potential’ are key to economic growth, the Resolution Foundation said.

Events

7 d. ago Rutherglen MSP welcomes Adult Disability Payment support in South Lanarkshire

The payment, distributed by Social Security Scotland, goes to those with a long-term disability or health condition that impacts their everyday life.

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7 d. ago South Lanarkshire pupils are getting involved in Recycle Week

Pupils will continue to do their part to make sure that litter is disposed of correctly either by recycling or using the many general waste bins provided up and down the streets.

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7 d. ago Ørsted in talks to sell stake in £8.5bn UK wind project to Apollo  

Danish developer and US private capital group discuss deal for Hornsea 3 wind farm

Economics

8 d. ago Doug Ford to ban speed cameras in Ontario in populist appeal to suburban voters

Canada premier’s move prompts criticism from road safety activists and is likely to cue new showdown with TorontoDoug Ford has announced plans to ban speed cameras in Ontario, describing the devices as an out-of-control “tax grab” in his latest populist appeal to suburban voters.The move prompted criticism from road safety activists and is likely to cue another showdown with Toronto, after the mayor of Canada’s largest city urged councillors to keep the cameras in place, warning that “speed kills”. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Construction begins on new homelessness village in South Lanarkshire

Work has officially started on an innovative, purpose-built supported accommodation in Rutherglen.

Society

8 d. ago Meet the Scottish pensioner, 88, graduating from university in same year as his granddaughter

He decided to start studying the course out of a ‘life-long curiosity’ for the subject.

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8 d. ago Kirkin’ of the Council ceremony takes place at Motherwell church

North Lanarkshire Provost Kenneth Duffy, The Lord Lieutenant Lady Haughey and North Lanarkshire Council chief executive Des Murray were joined by elected members and council officials for the traditional ceremony which celebrates the connection between the council and local communities.

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9 d. ago Annual performance report from South Lanarkshire Integration Joint Board

Commitment to collaboration and protecting those most at risk are at the forefront of work.

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9 d. ago Vast Aberdeenshire wind farm opens up £1 billion supply chain opportunities

“Talk of the shift to renewables must be converted into action, delivering projects, creating jobs for local communities, and realising our national net zero ambitions” – Ian Taylor, project director

Economics

9 d. ago Almost 200 people living in Lanarkshire lose their lives due to alcohol new figures reveal

By council area, North Lanarkshire had the second highest number of deaths in Scotland with 101 people, while in South Lanarkshire 75 people lost their lives due to alcohol.

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