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Day: September 22, 2024

Unite union boss Sharon Graham steps up call for Starmer to reverse fuel allowance cut

September 22, 2024 heaneymedia

Speaking on Sky News’ Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips show, Sharon Graham said the priority she would like to hear from the prime minister was

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NO LAUGHING MATTER: Health Board issues top tips for staying safe and healthy as cold weather arrives

September 22, 2024 heaneymedia

By Lucy Ashton With the summer over and autumn well and truly upon us, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is asking people to prepare

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Vale of Leven Academy pupil secures prestigious British Army scholarship

September 22, 2024 heaneymedia

Published 20 September 2024 A dedicated and determined pupil at Vale of Leven Academy has secured a prestigious scholarship with the British Army.  Morgan Turnbull,

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IRELAND: National children’s hospital to seek damages from construction firm BAM over further delays

September 22, 2024 heaneymedia

Latest development in row over the construction of new children’s hospital, which has been hit by delays and spiralling cost over-runs National children’s hospital: :board

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DYW West – Developing the Young Workforce at BAE Systems on the River Clyde

September 22, 2024 heaneymedia

DYW West – Developing the Young Workforce BAE Systems – naval ships, #Apprentice Recruitment Event will be held in the BAE Applied Shipbuilding Academy, South

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International Heart Valve Week: Golden Jubilee emphasises importance of symptoms

September 22, 2024 heaneymedia

NHS Golden Jubilee Staff from #TeamJubilee have been highlighting the importance of early detection of symptoms for International Heart Valve Week at the Heart Valve

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  • CLASSROOM LEARNING ASSISTANTS CLAIM THEY ARE UNDERVALUED BY COUNCIL
  • EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL 2026
  • Legal battle over closed Rogano restaurant is settled …
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  • WITNESSES APPEAL: DRIVER DIES IN HOSPITAL AFTER CRASH IN NATIONAL PARK
  • Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 programme puts solidarity centre stage

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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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