5 h. ago Staff praised as inspection of adult support and protection in Renfrewshire finds clear strengths

Carron O'Byrne, interim chief officer of the health and social care partnership, paid tribute to her team after the results.

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7 d. ago 67% of Scots support intestacy law reform, shows Will Aid poll

A Will Aid poll has revealed 67% of people in Scotland believe the law of intestacy should be changed to offer legal protections for unmarried couples without a Will - now public support for change could soon translate into action.

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2 w. ago How reliant is Ukraine on US weapons as Zelensky fights to end Trump’s pause on military aid?

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky maintains that US support is vital to protecting his country against ongoing Russian aggression

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2 w. ago How reliant is Ukraine on US weapons as Trump pauses all military aid after Zelensky clash?

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky maintains that US support is vital to protecting his country against ongoing Russian aggression

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2 w. ago How reliant is Ukraine on US weapons as Trump threatens to withdraw support after Zelensky clash?

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky maintains that US support is vital to protecting his country against ongoing Russian aggression

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2 w. ago Woman spent 32 hours in hospital waiting for bed on ward with nowhere close to buy food or drink

A councillor has praised the 'brilliant care' his wife received but said staff were clearly 'working under tremendous pressure' and there were not enough facilities close by for refreshments

Economics

3 w. ago Shock closure of Falkirk primary school sparks probe into other buildings

Falkirk Chief Executive Kenneth Lawrie apologised for the disruption caused by the closure of Maddiston Primary School and praised staff for their efforts to relocate nearly 500 pupils over the weekend

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3 w. ago Huge amount Europe needs to spend on its military to protect itself from Russia WITHOUT US support is revealed

For decades, Europe has relied on the United States as the backbone of NATO , trusting that Washington would always be there to deter threats and, if necessary, defend the continent.

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3 w. ago Councils in severe financial distress granted support to protect services

A total of 30 authorities which are unable to balance their books have been granted financial flexibilities to protect local services.

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4 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council set to mark national Adult Support and Protection Day

Throughout North Lanarkshire, there are some adults who are more at risk from harm, due to illness, trauma and physical or mental health conditions.

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last month Inspectors praise Johnstone care home staff for being 'highly motivated'

There was an unannounced visit from the Care Inspectorate last month and the findings have been published.

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