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Ross urges local MSPs to back scrapping of ‘dangerous’ Hate Crime Act

16 April 2024
Ross urges local MSPs to back scrapping of ‘dangerous’ Hate Crime Act

Ross urges local MSPs to back scrapping of ‘dangerous’ Hate Crime Act

16 April 2024

MORAY MP Douglas Ross has urged local MSPs to back Scottish Conservative calls to scrap the “dangerous” Hate Crime Act.


Identity theft warning as scams almost double over last year

13 April 2024
Identity theft warning as scams almost double over last year

Identity theft warning as scams almost double over last year

13 April 2024

THE public is being urged to look out for signs of their personal information being misused as identity theft scams rise.


Creative Breaks funding seeks to boost short breaks for carers

13 April 2024
Creative Breaks funding seeks to boost short breaks for carers

Creative Breaks funding seeks to boost short breaks for carers

13 April 2024

CHARITIES across the north-east are being invited to apply for funding to help develop and deliver short breaks and services for carers.


Theft and violence costing retailers hundreds of thousands of pounds per year, new survey claims

12 April 2024
Theft and violence costing retailers hundreds of thousands of pounds per year, new survey claims

Theft and violence costing retailers hundreds of thousands of pounds per year, new survey claims

12 April 2024

NEW figures lay bare the true cost of crime to the high-street in the face of an alarming rise in theft and violence.


Boost for OAPs as pension rises by £900 a year

09 April 2024
Boost for OAPs as pension rises by £900 a year

Boost for OAPs as pension rises by £900 a year

09 April 2024

THERE has been some good news for OAPs with the announcement that the state pension has gone up by 8.5 per cent.


Vet charity PDSA issue springtime pet hazards warning

07 April 2024
Vet charity PDSA issue springtime pet hazards warning

Vet charity PDSA issue springtime pet hazards warning

07 April 2024

A LEADING veterinary charity has named seven things in the home that could be fatal when within paws’ reach.


Free rail travel for blind people plans welcomed

07 April 2024
Free rail travel for blind people plans welcomed

Free rail travel for blind people plans welcomed

07 April 2024

THE Scottish Government’s decision to provide free rail travel for blind and partially sighted people and their companions has been hailed.


Cash grants aim to help young people reach their potential

07 April 2024
Cash grants aim to help young people reach their potential

Cash grants aim to help young people reach their potential

07 April 2024

PROJECTS supporting disadvantaged children and young people could be eligible to apply for a grant of up to £10,000 through the Ironmongers’ Company.


Scottish recycling rate hits all-time high, new figures reveal

07 April 2024
Scottish recycling rate hits all-time high, new figures reveal

Scottish recycling rate hits all-time high, new figures reveal

07 April 2024

HOUSEHOLDS in the north-east and across Scotland are recycling more than ever, new figures have revealed.


Vet charity's top tips to keep pet owners out the dog house!

24 March 2024
Vet charity's top tips to keep pet owners out the dog house!

Vet charity's top tips to keep pet owners out the dog house!

24 March 2024

A LEADING veterinary charity has named the top seven mistakes pet owners make – which could see them breaking the law.


Wet Wet Wet announce Aberdeen date on UK tour

22 March 2024
Wet Wet Wet announce Aberdeen date on UK tour

Wet Wet Wet announce Aberdeen date on UK tour

22 March 2024

ICONIC band Wet Wet Wet have announced an Aberdeen date as part of their 2025 UK tour.


Plans unveiled for Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance

22 March 2024
Plans unveiled for Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance

Plans unveiled for Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance

22 March 2024

PLANS for a Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance have been unveiled.


Keep dogs on the lead near livestock, warn SSPCA

10 March 2024
Keep dogs on the lead near livestock, warn SSPCA

Keep dogs on the lead near livestock, warn SSPCA

10 March 2024

THE Scottish SPCA is appealing for dog owners to keep their dog on a lead when enjoying the countryside.


Scottish school leavers set another record high

03 March 2024
Scottish school leavers set another record high

Scottish school leavers set another record high

03 March 2024

THE number of young people in work, training or further study three months after the end of the school year has hit a record high of 95.9 per cent.


Best Start Food benefits change set to benefit thousands

03 March 2024
Best Start Food benefits change set to benefit thousands

Best Start Food benefits change set to benefit thousands

03 March 2024

CHANGES to a key Scottish Government benefit will see around 20,000 people able to access money to help with food shopping costs for the first time.


More families benefitting from Scottish Child Payment, new figures reveal

03 March 2024
More families benefitting from Scottish Child Payment, new figures reveal

More families benefitting from Scottish Child Payment, new figures reveal

03 March 2024

THE Scottish Child Payment helped the families of more than 327,000 children at the end of December last year, official statistics have shown.


Universal Credit research reveals 'stark truth' about poverty in Scotland, claims Trussell Trust

25 February 2024
Universal Credit research reveals 'stark truth' about poverty in Scotland, claims Trussell Trust

Universal Credit research reveals 'stark truth' about poverty in Scotland, claims Trussell Trust

25 February 2024

FOOD bank support charity Trussell Trust has claimed that Universal Credit in Scotland is having "devastating"consequences.


Debt problems among young people have doubled, warn Citizens' Advice

18 February 2024
Debt problems among young people have doubled, warn Citizens' Advice

Debt problems among young people have doubled, warn Citizens' Advice

18 February 2024

THE number of young people needing help with managing money has doubled since 2019, charity Citizens' Advice has reported.


Scottish SPCA launch urgent rehome plea for Bully XLs

14 February 2024
Scottish SPCA launch urgent rehome plea for Bully XLs

Scottish SPCA launch urgent rehome plea for Bully XLs

14 February 2024

THE Scottish SPCA is urgently seeking homes for four XL bully type dogs in their care.


Can you help Scottish SPCA appeal for north fundraising and engagement volunteers?

11 February 2024
Can you help Scottish SPCA appeal for north fundraising and engagement volunteers?

Can you help Scottish SPCA appeal for north fundraising and engagement volunteers?

11 February 2024

THE Scottish SPCA is looking for volunteers across the north of Scotland to help the animals in their centres.


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