11 h. ago Call for public inquiry after report into missed opportunities to protect patients

One family has described how the report into missed opportunities does not go far enough.

Science

11 h. ago Scottish SPCA urges Lanarkshire public to help protect animals this Bonfire Night

The loud noises from fireworks can have a devastating impact on pets, wildlife and farmed animals.

Events

3 d. ago Cruise control: could a £5 ‘entry’ fee help balance Orkney’s needs with tourist demand?

With tourists outnumbering locals by 20:1, islanders say levy is needed to help protect neolithic sites and maintain public servicesArtisan jewellery, gift and whisky shops crowd the main street of Kirkwall on Orkney. The town even has a new sushi shop, offering bento boxes and matcha cheesecake.Once home to the Viking earls who ruled the islands, Kirkwall has hit it rich: it tops the UK’s charts for cruise ship visits, as American, German and Italian tourists descend on remarkable neolithic sites such as Skara Brae and its medieval cathedral. Continue reading...

Economics

6 d. ago Lanarkshire locals urged to upgrade energy meters to avoid disruption

Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the energy advice service energyadvice.scot, is warning of waning interest among customers about the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) switch-off.

Politics

8 d. ago Budding Airdrie stage performer urges fellow young talent to pursue opportunity to star in huge theatre productions

Kirsty Montgomery, 19, plans to return to the Beyond Broadway Experience [BBEXP] for the fifth successive year to continue gaining valuable stage experience

Society

9 d. ago Bereaved families demand public inquiry into suicide forum linked to UK deaths

The families and survivor of loved ones whose deaths are linked to a suicide forum and a poisonous substance are calling for a public inquiry into missed opportunities to protect those vulnerable

Events

1 week ago HMRC urges people to act ahead of critical tax return deadline at end of this month

Advice Direct Scotland is reminding those filing a paper version of their self-assessment tax return that the form must reach HMRC by midnight on October 31.

Events

2 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire hosts Scots health and care leaders to strengthen urgent and unscheduled care collaboration

The national summit, co-hosted by the Centre for Sustainable Delivery (CfSD), brought together colleagues from NHS 24, the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) and health boards across the country.

Politics

2 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire urges people with respiratory disease to get flu vaccine

In the 2024/25 winter season, the health board saw some of the highest numbers of acute admissions for flu since before the pandemic.

Politics

2 w. ago Vets urge pet owners to do 4 crucial things to keep cats and dogs safe during darker months

Veterinarians at Glasgow Pet Emergency Hospital have shared their top tips for pet owners and the general public on how best protect all pets and animals in the area during the winter months

Politics

2 w. ago Scottish SPCA appeal for dog blankets and cat toys at Lanarkshire rescue centre

Drop in with items or check the charity's Amazon wishlist if you can help.

Events

3 w. ago Police urge drivers to secure motors after car thieves strike in Lanarkshire

Motorists are being warned to be extra vigilant and to come forward with any information on the car theft from Hillcrest Terrace.

Events