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Day: October 21, 2024

UK strengthens national security and bolsters Ukraine’s war chest with £2.26bn military loan

October 21, 2024 heaneymedia

UK announces £2.26bn loan to Ukraine backed by profits from sanctioned Russian sovereign assets Forms Britain’s contribution to the $50bn loan announced at the G7

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McArthur responds to First Minister “wrestling” with assisted dying

October 21, 2024 heaneymedia

McArthur responds to First Minister “wrestling” with assisted dying First Minister John Swinney and LibDem MSP Liam McArthur. By Democrat reporter First Minister John Swinney

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HEALTH: Share your views on the use of virtual consultations 

October 21, 2024 heaneymedia

Share your views on the use of virtual consultations    The local health board, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, is committed to improving access to

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BOOKS: ​The Lost and Early Writings of James Connolly

October 21, 2024 heaneymedia

1916 Rising Centenary Committee – Scotland The Lost & Early Writings of James Connolly 1889 – 1898 Compiled by Conor McCabe Forgotten for over a

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Chancellor, You Must Protect Older People In Your October Budget

October 21, 2024 heaneymedia

21/10/2024 Chancellor, You Must Protect Older People In Your October Budget! Check it out and leave a comment: Petition Update 120,000 SIGN UP TO PROTECT

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Planning application for the Loch Lomond rescue boat at Balloch – a positive decision badly made

October 21, 2024 heaneymedia

Parkswatchscotland column Cairngorms and Lomond & Trossachs National Parks By Nick Kempe The planning application for the Loch Lomond rescue boat at Balloch – a

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  • US fighter jet was shot down over Iran, and a search is underway for the crew, an official says
  • BAILLIE BLASTS LACK OF JOBS FOR NEW TEACHERS IN DUMBARTON CONSTITUENCY
  • HAPPY EASTER FROM THE DUMBARTON DEMOCRAT
  • SCOTTISH LABOUR PLEDGES “NEW DEAL” FOR SCOTTISH CHARITIES
  • STORM DAVE: Police travel advice following Amber warning for high winds and heavy rain
  • ALL PALS TOGETHER FOR A PRE ELECTION CUPPA CHAI

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US fighter jet was shot down over Iran, and a search is underway for the crew, an official says

US fighter jet was shot down over Iran, and a search is underway for the crew, an official says

War in the Middle East by Ronan McGreevy and Sarah Burns in The Irish Times Main points A US fighter jet was shot down over Iran,

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BAILLIE BLASTS LACK OF JOBS FOR NEW TEACHERS IN DUMBARTON CONSTITUENCY

BAILLIE BLASTS LACK OF JOBS FOR NEW TEACHERS IN DUMBARTON CONSTITUENCY

by Bill Heaney Labour election candidate in Dumbarton, Helensburgh and Lomond Jackie Baille has blasted the lack of opportunities for newly qualified primary school teachers

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HAPPY EASTER FROM THE DUMBARTON DEMOCRAT

HAPPY EASTER FROM THE DUMBARTON DEMOCRAT
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SCOTTISH LABOUR PLEDGES “NEW DEAL” FOR SCOTTISH CHARITIES

SCOTTISH LABOUR PLEDGES “NEW DEAL” FOR SCOTTISH CHARITIES

by Bill Heaney Anas Sarwar has pledged to end “political interference” with charities by giving the third sector greater independence and financial security. The SNP

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STORM DAVE: Police travel advice following Amber warning for high winds and heavy rain

STORM DAVE: Police travel advice following Amber warning for high winds and heavy rain

* A85 closed at Crianlarich due to a crash. The A85 is closed in both directions near Crianlarich due to a crash which was reported

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ALL PALS TOGETHER FOR A PRE ELECTION CUPPA CHAI

ALL PALS TOGETHER FOR A PRE ELECTION CUPPA CHAI

Jackie Baillie, Labour candidate for Dumbarton, Helensburgh and Lomond  Great to speak at the Scottish Hindu Foundation’s hustings for the Scottish Parliament elections and to

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LOCH LOMOND SHORES: EASTER MONDAY MARKET IS ON

LOCH LOMOND SHORES: EASTER MONDAY MARKET IS ON

Loch Lomond Shores is with Cafe Zest Loch Lomond  It’s not turned out to be the weekend any of us planned… but we’ve got a lovely little

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IGNORE THE EASTER ELEMENTS: YOU CAN SHELTER AND SHOP IN THE LOMOND GIFT HOUSE

IGNORE THE EASTER ELEMENTS: YOU CAN SHELTER AND SHOP IN THE LOMOND GIFT HOUSE

Loch Lomond Gift House, Balloch     We’re open all Easter Weekend. There’s even Easter chocolates

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