A Lidl bit of what you fancy does you good …

A Lidl bit of what you fancy does you good …
Pictures from old slides by Jim Crosthwaite
UNISON surveyed staff working in a range of roles in social work teams across all of Scotland’s local authorities. The responses show that budget cuts are having a severe impact on staff. They are under enormous pressure due to staff shortages and growing demands for their services.
The Song of the Clyde. From Erskine Bridge to Dumbarton Rock. Magnificent views. Picture by Robert Beacon
SNP MPs Martin Docherty Hughes (right) and Ian Blackford (centre) with members of Sinn Fein, the party which refuses to take its seats at Westminster.
Hogmanay and New Year is a special holiday in Scotland, but this is not reflected in the experience of many retail workers, with three-quarters saying that they feel they spend too little time with friends and family over New Year.