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Day: July 5, 2023

HOSPITALS “CANNOT COPE” WITH POST PANDEMIC DEMAND, WARNS BAILLIE

July 5, 2023 heaneymedia

By Bill Heaney Hospitals cannot afford the added pressure of a junior doctor strike, Scottish Labour has warned as a new report shows rising numbers

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BAILLIE ENJOYS CRUISE TO MARK DUMBARTON-BUILT STEAMER’S 90TH ANNIVERSARY

July 5, 2023 heaneymedia

By Lucy Ashton Dame Jackie Baillie was delighted to be invited to a cruise on board the Waverley on Friday to mark the 90th anniversary

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MODERATOR: Creative imagination explodes through diverse customs and cultures, faiths and beliefs

July 5, 2023 heaneymedia

Church of Scotland Moderator gives homily at Royal Honours of Scotland thanksgiving service 5th of July, 2023 By Cameron Brooks The Moderator of the General

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HELENSBURGH MP IN ASTONISHING ROW OVER BULLYING

July 5, 2023 heaneymedia

Angus MacNeil suspended after clash with chief whip Brendan O’Hara By Bill Heaney The SNP is in more turmoil than many people think. The party’s

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CLASSROOM LEARNING ASSISTANTS CLAIM THEY ARE UNDERVALUED BY COUNCIL

CLASSROOM LEARNING ASSISTANTS CLAIM THEY ARE UNDERVALUED BY COUNCIL

by Bill Heaney West Dunbartonshire Council was forced into closing schools on Tuesday when classroom learning assistants took strike action over their pay and working

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EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL 2026

EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL 2026

Monthly e-news: May 2026 edition Festival dates: 15-30 August View this email in your browser It’s May and we’re well on the way! It feels like ages since

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Legal battle over closed Rogano restaurant is settled …

Legal battle over closed Rogano restaurant is settled …

Rogano, pictured in 2001, was said to be Glasgow’s longest surviving restaurant until it closed in 2020. A legal row over the iconic Glasgow restaurant

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WHAT’S ON AT THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT

WHAT’S ON AT THE SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT

This week in Parliament   The First Minister is selected   On Tuesday, MSPs voted to select John Swinney MSP as the First Minister of

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WITNESSES APPEAL: DRIVER DIES IN HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH IN NATIONAL PARK

WITNESSES APPEAL: DRIVER DIES IN HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH IN NATIONAL PARK

Road Policing officers are continuing their inquiries and appealing for information following a fatal crash in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park at Callander

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Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 programme puts solidarity centre stage

Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 programme puts solidarity centre stage

Refugee Festival Scotland today, Thursday 21 May, announces its inspiring 2026 programme, designed to put solidarity centre stage and bring people together in celebration of

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People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.

People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.

by Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar I congratulate John Swinney and the SNP on their election win on 7 May. My party fought the election on

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Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …

Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …

Families across the UK will pay less for children’s meals in restaurants, kid’s tickets to cinemas and theatres, and entry to a wide range of

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