3 h. ago What is mutual aid? And why are more people turning to informal efforts to help each other?

Organizers say that in response to government funding cuts, high prices and political uncertainty, interest in mutual aid efforts has picked up

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7 d. ago Black Friday warning after online fraudsters scam Scots out of £1m in past year

"Criminals are always seeking new opportunities, including through social media, to exploit people and steal personal information, bank details, or money."

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1 week ago A groundswell of activism takes hold in the US: ‘We are a bridge to the future’

Everyday people from blue and red states alike are leading actions such as protests, boycotts and mutual aidPeople in the US: Have you gotten involved in community organizing this year?As thousands of ICE agents storm streets, schools and emergency rooms across the country, communities are training up on their rights, recording incidents of abuse and screaming at officers to impede deportations.As opponents of LGBTQ+ rights try to erase queer history and safe spaces, residents have repainted rainbows across crosswalks paved over by officials and are organising their own record-keeping and mutual aid networks. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Police issue CCTV appeal after reports of man acting 'suspiciously'

Police are appealing for people with information to come forward to help identify a man they wish to speak with

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2 w. ago DWP starts winter fuel payments now but warns Brits not to fall for common scam

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said Brits will start to receive winter fuel payments but need to be on their guard against fraudsters attempting to trick people into sharing their personal information

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2 w. ago Dear Coleen: Friends disowned me after I told them about pal's affair

Someone I trust told me this friend had been seeing a married guy, so I told a few people from the group and this information spread to more people.

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3 w. ago New rules on disability and carers benefits for people moving to Scotland

Essential information for people on PIP, DLA, Carer’s Allowance or Attendance Allowance in the UK.

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