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Police Scotland is urging members of the public to exercise caution following a rise in sophisticated investment fraud. Fraudsters are increasingly targeting individuals through convincing online advertisements, social media campaigns and unsolicited cold calls, often promising high-yield returns with little to no risk.

Bev Craig's victory in Manchester to become the new mayor: a relief for Labour, but not a landslide. Bev Craig, Labour's candidate and former leader of Manchester City Council, won the Greater Manchester mayoralty after Andy Burnham left the role to move into national politics.

Economic development agencies frequently publish impressive statistics: thousands of jobs created, businesses supported and millions of pounds of investment attracted. But one question is often much harder to answer: how much of that success actually happened because of their intervention? This is one of the biggest challenges facing organisations such as Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) and Scottish Enterprise.

In offshore energy, “shovel‑ready” means: The field is fully appraised. Engineering design is complete.

Want the UK to ‘Get On With It’ on North Sea Energy The debate over the future of the UK’s North Sea oil and gas sector has become one of the most emotionally charged issues in British politics. Yet beneath the political noise, a clear public mood is emerging — one that is less ideological, more practical, and increasingly impatient.

For much of the last half-century, Western economies appeared to accept that manufacturing was in decline and that the future belonged to services, finance and technology. But after decades of factory closures and overseas outsourcing, governments on both sides of the Atlantic are now asking a different question: did the world move too far away from industrial production? The answer is becoming increasingly important.

Underwater surveys discover remarkable collection of rare and previously unknown seaweeds. Natural England’s underwater surveys of maerl beds off the south coast of Cornwall have uncovered a remarkable array of rare and scientifically important seaweeds, including species never before recorded in the UK.

Urgent work to take place to protect bereaved families. Proposals for formal regulation of the funeral sector to be developed following harrowing case in Hull.

The dramatic scenes at Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, where tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco in a short period, have once again brought immigration to the top of Europe's political agenda. While many of those who crossed later returned to Morocco, the incident served as a reminder that migration pressures can escalate rapidly and unexpectedly.

New MOD campaign demonstrates how military personnel can remain hidden during training. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has challenged the public to test their observation skills through a new, interactive “Spot the Sniper” campaign.

The UK will continue to be kept safe for decades to come, as major investments will progress the next phase of the next generation nuclear deterrent submarines. £8.4 billion government funding committed to drive forward construction of the Dreadnought Class submarines.

Scotland and India’s trading partnership could be worth more than £3 billion a year by 2030 – up by more than a half on current levels - according to a new report. It highlights four high-growth sectors where Scotland's specialist strengths can capitalise on the UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement which came into force earlier this month.

A charity support line providing a one-step gateway to cost of living and whole family support will be expanded by Scottish Government funding to help up to 7,500 families. Children First’s service offers practical, emotional and financial help and advice to families across Scotland 365 days a year by phone, webchat, text, email, video and face to face.

Andy Summers, Ranger describes the efforts he and local volunteers have taken recently to help save this species. Oyster plant is one of Scotland’s northern coastal specialists, a species more at home on the cold shores of the North Atlantic and Arctic than further south.

Community groups invited to apply for funding to support projects that reduce waste and promote a circular economy The Highland Council is encouraging community organisations across the region to apply for the latest round of its successful Reuse and Repair Fund, which supports projects that help keep valuable materials and products in use for longer. Grants of between £2,000 and £50,000 are available to support a range of community‑led initiatives that will help people repair, reuse and upcycle materials - reducing waste and supporting a stronger circular economy.

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For some of you out there this article is old hat so it is really aimed at people who may never have tried some of the old ways to save money and still make nutritious food When food prices are rising, the obvious response is to look for cheaper products. But there is another way to reduce the pressure on the household budget: Make the food you already buy go further.

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Who Owns Britain Now? A Look at Foreign Ownership of UK Businesses and Infrastructure. If you ask people whether Britain is being "sold off", the answers are likely to be passionate.

President Donald Trump has announced new 50% tariffs on around US$20 billion of Canadian imports, marking a major escalation in the trade dispute between the two countries. The tariffs are due to take effect on 19 August 2026 unless there is a negotiated settlement before then.

If you’ve been online lately, you’ve probably seen those ads shouting “Drink THIS every morning to melt belly fat!”. They always feature a mysterious fruit, a glowing mug, and a doctor who looks suspiciously like a stock photo model named Kevin.

For more than 30 years, China seemed unstoppable. Its economy grew at astonishing speed with new cities appeared almost overnight and millions of people moved from the countryside into better-paid jobs.

Every week there seems to be another story about China. Chinese electric cars are becoming cheaper.

Here at Riverside house care home we are seeking to employ a part time Laundry Assistant working 20 hours per week worked over four days, hours are two shifts 9am-1pm and two shifts 7am-1pm, for more information or to request an application form email; lynnsmith@riversidehousecarehime.com or call 01955602314.

The ONS report measures the natural capital of enclosed farmland meaning the economic value of the land, soils, habitats, and ecosystem services produced by fields, hedgerows, and managed agricultural landscapes across the UK. Key points from the report Enclosed farmland covers around a third of the UK’s land area, making it one of the country’s most significant land uses.

Millions of calls were likely mishandled over nearly a three-year period, preventing or delaying customers from switching away to a better deal. Investigation uncovers deliberate call-dropping tactics, excessive and unnecessary call transfers and putting customers repeatedly on hold for no reason.

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