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Day: June 23, 2025

Iran launches attack on US air base in Qatar, all missiles intercepted

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

Israel-Iran conflict Trump claims US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites caused ‘monumental damage’ The Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar which has reportedly come under

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MACKINTOSH BUILDING SOLD TO CATHOLIC CHURCH IN SCOTLAND

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

The Martyrs’ School was one of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s earliest building designs By Bill Heaney A former school designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh is set

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WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR WEIGHT LOSS JABS WHICH BECOME AVAILABLE FROM GPS FROM TODAY’S DATE

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

By Democrat reporter GPs should be able to prescribe weight-loss injections, which have recently surged in popularity in the wake of celebrity endorsements and social

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Doctors’ leaders warn government many GP practices are ‘on the brink’

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

By Bill Heaney GPs are increasingly concerned about the survival of their practices, with many warning there is “no realistic chance” of meeting demand from

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Scots universities took funding from Chinese organisations with military links

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

EXCLUSIVE STORY IN TODAY’S FERRET INVESTIGATIVE JOURNAL Author: Jamie Mann Scottish universities have accepted millions of pounds from Chinese organisations with alleged links to the

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Celtic European Cup team legend, John Clark dies, aged 84

June 23, 2025 heaneymedia

23 June 2025 By Celtic Football Club Everyone at Celtic Football Club is deeply saddened at the news that legendary Lisbon Lion, John Clark has

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Recent Posts

  • HMS Caledonia opens new Welfare Hub for naval personnel
  • Hospital money advice services – dedicated support for patients, families and staff when they are at their most vulnerable
  • Care is being breached for thousands of psychiatric patients, claim LibDems.  
  • New national compendium showcases rethinking innovation ecosystems for inclusive growth
  • Crown Office drops case against woman charged over anti-abortion protest
  • ELECTION: Change could mean a hat-trick of wins for the SNP

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HMS Caledonia opens new Welfare Hub for naval personnel

HMS Caledonia opens new Welfare Hub for naval personnel

RNRMC funding helps deliver a dedicated welfare space supporting serving personnel by Bill Heaney A new Welfare Hub has officially opened at HMS Caledonia, providing

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Hospital money advice services – dedicated support for patients, families and staff when they are at their most vulnerable

Hospital money advice services – dedicated support for patients, families and staff when they are at their most vulnerable

by Lucy Ashton Thousands of patients, families and staff across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) are being supported each year with money worries, thanks

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Care is being breached for thousands of psychiatric patients, claim LibDems.  

Care is being breached for thousands of psychiatric patients, claim LibDems.  

by Bill Heaney Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has today said that the SNP “cannot be trusted with your health” as he revealed that

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New national compendium showcases rethinking innovation ecosystems for inclusive growth

New national compendium showcases rethinking innovation ecosystems for inclusive growth

by Charlotte Morris A new study from the University of Glasgow and the UKRI Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Place Programme argues that understanding how

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Crown Office drops case against woman charged over anti-abortion protest

Crown Office drops case against woman charged over anti-abortion protest

Rose Docherty was arrested near the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, which takes patients from  Glasgow and West Dunbartonshire. by Lucy Ashton A woman who was

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ELECTION: Change could mean a hat-trick of wins for the SNP

ELECTION: Change could mean a hat-trick of wins for the SNP

Notebook by Bill Heaney Beware of what you wish for. The candidates for the Dumbarton seat in the Scottish Parliament all want change, but should

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DOCTORS AND CHEMISTS: Early May public holiday reminder

DOCTORS AND CHEMISTS: Early May public holiday reminder

Greater Glasgow and Clyde residents are reminded that GP practices and many pharmacies will be closed on Monday, 4th May, for the bank holiday. People

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Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles as part of his welcome speech

Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles as part of his welcome speech

US visit is under heightened security after Saturday’s shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner Robert Jobson in Washington, DC, Holly Evans & Bryony Gooch Trump makes

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