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Paul O’Grady tribute ‘For the Love of Paul O’Grady’ will air on ITV

North Ronaldsay Lighthouse in the Orkney Islands is one of the 208 lighthouses operated by NLB.
North Ronaldsay Lighthouse in the Orkney Islands is one of the 208 lighthouses operated by NLB.

Lighthouse workers vote for strike action in historic first

Network Rail has warned of Easter distruption
Network Rail has warned of Easter distruption

Network Rail warns passengers to expect disruption this Easter

Highland Tourism 
Stuart McColm is general manager at Cabot Highlands. Picture: Trevor Martin.
Highland Tourism 
Stuart McColm is general manager at Cabot Highlands. Picture: Trevor Martin.

Work to start soon on second championship course at Cabot Highlands

Martin Lewis is urging all mobile phone users to check their contracts (Photo: ITV)
Martin Lewis is urging all mobile phone users to check their contracts (Photo: ITV)

Martin Lewis bags role as regular co-host on Good Morning Britain

Ikea automated drone
Ikea automated drone

Ikea launch automated drones working in stores

Asda has extended its Blue Light Card discount for NHS and emergency workers
Asda has extended its Blue Light Card discount for NHS and emergency workers

Asda extends Blue Light Card discount for emergency workers

Seed Box chair Guy Haslam and director Belinda Rowlands visit the new site.
Seed Box chair Guy Haslam and director Belinda Rowlands visit the new site.

Charity breaks ground at new Deeside facility

A mystery man in a bowler hat has been seen scoping out a famous site where the illusive artist Banksy left a mural that was inadvertently torn down by builders
A mystery man in a bowler hat has been seen scoping out a famous site where the illusive artist Banksy left a mural that was inadvertently torn down by builders

Has the identity of Banksy finally been revealed?

Star Wars and Harry Potter actor Paul Grant dies aged 56
Star Wars and Harry Potter actor Paul Grant dies aged 56

Star Wars & Harry Potter actor Paul Grant dies aged 56

University staff go on strike today with more on the way as pay and pension dispute rages on (Photo by Martin Pope/Getty Images)
University staff go on strike today with more on the way as pay and pension dispute rages on (Photo by Martin Pope/Getty Images)

University staff go on strike over pay and pension dispute

BBC Breakfast’s Nina Warhurst announces she is pregnant

Wild Isles filming locations: BBC confirm wildlife spots seen in David Attenborough’s new series - episode 2
Wild Isles filming locations: BBC confirm wildlife spots seen in David Attenborough’s new series - episode 2

BBC filming locations for episode 2 of Attenborough Wild Isles

Love Actually in Concert takes place across venues in UK
Love Actually in Concert takes place across venues in UK

Love Actually in Concert announces UK tour for 2023

File photo dated 17/11/2022 of Jeremy Hunt who will set out a Spring Budget on March 15 2023, the Treasury has said. The Chancellor on Monday commissioned an Office for Budget Responsibility forecast, which will be presented alongside the budget. Issue date: Monday December 19, 2022.
File photo dated 17/11/2022 of Jeremy Hunt who will set out a Spring Budget on March 15 2023, the Treasury has said. The Chancellor on Monday commissioned an Office for Budget Responsibility forecast, which will be presented alongside the budget. Issue date: Monday December 19, 2022.

UK job vacancies fall for eighth time in a row

Saving money for a rainy day is always a good idea - but what’s the best savings account to use?
Saving money for a rainy day is always a good idea - but what’s the best savings account to use?

Best savings accounts and cash ISAs at the moment

The former Royal High School on Edinburgh's Calton Hill is set to be turned into a new 'world-class centre for music education and public performance.' Image: Richard Murphy Architects
The former Royal High School on Edinburgh's Calton Hill is set to be turned into a new 'world-class centre for music education and public performance.' Image: Richard Murphy Architects

Work to begin 'immediately' on £55m music centre vision for Edinburgh landmark

Scottish-Pakistani artist Aqsa Arif will be among those showing work in the forthcoming exhiibition Uprooted Visions at Edinburgh Printmakers.Picture: Neil Hanna.jpg
Scottish-Pakistani artist Aqsa Arif will be among those showing work in the forthcoming exhiibition Uprooted Visions at Edinburgh Printmakers.Picture: Neil Hanna.jpg

Work from 30 refugee and migrant artists to be showcased in Edinburgh

The project will address defects on more than 2100 metres of the A90 carriageway from Mains of Longhaven to just south of Boddam.
The project will address defects on more than 2100 metres of the A90 carriageway from Mains of Longhaven to just south of Boddam.

More roadworks misery for motorists

Train commuters spend up to £2450 more a year than motorists

Sophie Morgan reportedly lined up to appear on Strictly Come Dancing

Piers Morgan says Dan Walker is ‘milking’ his bike collision

Who is Jack Kesy? Deadpool actor cast as new Hellboy

Councillor Sam Payne at Kemnay Academy
Councillor Sam Payne at Kemnay Academy

Kemnay Academy bus park gets the green light

Lorraine Kelly (ITV  images)
Lorraine Kelly (ITV  images)

Lorraine Kelly health update after being sent home from ITV show

Robots to carry out more than a third of household chores according to an Oxford University study
Robots to carry out more than a third of household chores according to an Oxford University study

Robots to handle household chores by 2030, according to research

Cruden Homes, part of Cruden Group, has received planning permission to build 122 new homes for sale as part of the West Craigs masterplan.
Cruden Homes, part of Cruden Group, has received planning permission to build 122 new homes for sale as part of the West Craigs masterplan.

New urban development in west Edinburgh to gain 122 homes of all sizes

Michael Beale will lead Rangers out against Celtic in the Viaplay Cup final. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Michael Beale will lead Rangers out against Celtic in the Viaplay Cup final. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Rangers boss on why final doesn't alter job and League Cup 'pecking order'

Businesses that have adopted a four-day working week for all staff have said they are more productive and profitable, and hailed a healthier and happier workforce.
Businesses that have adopted a four-day working week for all staff have said they are more productive and profitable, and hailed a healthier and happier workforce.

World’s biggest trial of a 4 day working week hailed a success

Zenobe, the electric vehicle (EV) fleet and battery storage specialist, has some 1.6GW of battery storage in the UK, either in operation, in construction or in late stage development. Picture: Paul Adams
Zenobe, the electric vehicle (EV) fleet and battery storage specialist, has some 1.6GW of battery storage in the UK, either in operation, in construction or in late stage development. Picture: Paul Adams

Work on battery site in north of Scotland is milestone in transition to net zero

The government could tell GPs to issue less sick notes in order to boost the economy.
The government could tell GPs to issue less sick notes in order to boost the economy.

Government could tell GPs to sign fewer sick notes to boost economy

Prince William shocked the teens during their school lunch break
Prince William shocked the teens during their school lunch break

Sixth formers stunned after random Facetime with Prince William

Bulldozers work among the rubble of collapsed buildings in Adiyaman, Turkey three days after a 7,8-magnitude earthquake struck southeast Turkey (Photo by ILYAS AKENGIN/AFP via Getty Images)
Bulldozers work among the rubble of collapsed buildings in Adiyaman, Turkey three days after a 7,8-magnitude earthquake struck southeast Turkey (Photo by ILYAS AKENGIN/AFP via Getty Images)

Turkey earthquake: DEC appeal nets £50m in two days

Candles are lit around a photo of Nicola Bulley (left) and her partner Paul Ansell on an altar at St Michael's Church in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire, as police continue their search for the missing mother of two.
Candles are lit around a photo of Nicola Bulley (left) and her partner Paul Ansell on an altar at St Michael's Church in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire, as police continue their search for the missing mother of two.

Missing Nicola Bulley’s partner opens up in Channel 5 interview

NASA discover new asteroid similar in size to Rome’s Colosseum

Krispy Kreme is handing out free donuts this Valentines Day
Krispy Kreme is handing out free donuts this Valentines Day

Krispy Kreme hand out free donuts this Valentine’s Day - how to claim

New stonework had been laid on the tee side of the Swilcan Bridge, the area where people stand to take photographs of the iconic hole. Picture: @UKGolfGuy
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New stonework had been laid on the tee side of the Swilcan Bridge, the area where people stand to take photographs of the iconic hole. Picture: @UKGolfGuy
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Swilcan Bridge: New surrounding stonework to be removed and turf restored

Sir Nick Faldo of England waves to the crowd as he stands on Swilcan Bridge during the second round of the 144th Open Championship at The Old Course on July 17, 2015 in St Andrews, Scotland
Sir Nick Faldo of England waves to the crowd as he stands on Swilcan Bridge during the second round of the 144th Open Championship at The Old Course on July 17, 2015 in St Andrews, Scotland

Swilcan Bridge: Golf world left torn over stonework as Faldo leads criticism

New bill will see new & expectant mothers protected from redundancy

The Princess of Wales reacts as she meets with students and staff on the Childhood Studies course, during a visit to the University of Leeds.
The Princess of Wales reacts as she meets with students and staff on the Childhood Studies course, during a visit to the University of Leeds.

Kate Middleton launches new Instagram account

Cruise ships will be able to come ashore at Stornoway Port for the first time with the opening of the £49 deep water terminal next summer, with around 60,000 passengers expected to arrive every year. PIC: Stornoway Port Authority.
Cruise ships will be able to come ashore at Stornoway Port for the first time with the opening of the £49 deep water terminal next summer, with around 60,000 passengers expected to arrive every year. PIC: Stornoway Port Authority.

Scottish island prepares itself for arrival of 60,000 cruise ship passengers

Renowned for hosting exclusive weddings and events, Carlowrie Castle, some ten miles outside Edinburgh, was built in 1852 in the Scottish Baronial style.
Renowned for hosting exclusive weddings and events, Carlowrie Castle, some ten miles outside Edinburgh, was built in 1852 in the Scottish Baronial style.

Wedding venue set in castle near Edinburgh to expand with major investment

Hibs manager Lee Johnson applauds the fans after his team's 6-0 win over Aberdeen on Saturday. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Hibs manager Lee Johnson applauds the fans after his team's 6-0 win over Aberdeen on Saturday. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hibs keen to make further signing beyond transfer window

TikTok user shares simple way to clean your oven racks

These are the most popular breeds of working dog in the UK.
These are the most popular breeds of working dog in the UK.

The 10 most popular breeds of working dogs in the UK

Craigievar Castle near Alford in Aberdeenshire. Picture: Michal Wachucik/Abermedia/NTS/PA Wire
Craigievar Castle near Alford in Aberdeenshire. Picture: Michal Wachucik/Abermedia/NTS/PA Wire

'Fairytale' Scottish castle that inspired Walt Disney's Cinderella covered in pi...

Matt Lucas and David Walliams writing Little Britain return series

The BiFab site in Methil should be busy with orders to build offshore wind turbines (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
The BiFab site in Methil should be busy with orders to build offshore wind turbines (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Taxpayer 'unlikely' to see all of £16.4m tied up in BiFab despite legal action

The government has rejected calls for women to get menopause leave
The government has rejected calls for women to get menopause leave

Menopause leave trial rejected by government

How to de-ice your windscreen & avoid a fine: Expert tips on properly defrosting your car on winter mornings
How to de-ice your windscreen & avoid a fine: Expert tips on properly defrosting your car on winter mornings

How to properly de-ice your windscreen to avoid a fine - expert tips

The first phase of the project will see the development of replacement facilities on the Kinmundy site for the existing Peterhead Academy, Anna Ritchie, Dales Park and Meethill schools,
The first phase of the project will see the development of replacement facilities on the Kinmundy site for the existing Peterhead Academy, Anna Ritchie, Dales Park and Meethill schools,

Campus plan to be progressed

“If nobody brought in cakes into the office, I would not eat cakes in the day, but because people do bring cakes in, I eat them,” said Professor Susan Jebb regarding the banning of cakes in the workplace
“If nobody brought in cakes into the office, I would not eat cakes in the day, but because people do bring cakes in, I eat them,” said Professor Susan Jebb regarding the banning of cakes in the workplace

Ban birthday cakes in the workplace, FSA chairwoman suggests

Research showed that 1:27pm and 2:06pm are the time many workers start to feel the dreaded “afternoon slump” (Credit: Getty Images)
Research showed that 1:27pm and 2:06pm are the time many workers start to feel the dreaded “afternoon slump” (Credit: Getty Images)

This is the exact time office workers experience an ‘afternoon slump’

How to remove stubborn brown stains from your oven door for just 95p

UK unemployment rate rises to 3.7% amid cost of living crisis according to ONS
UK unemployment rate rises to 3.7% amid cost of living crisis according to ONS

Unemployment rate rises to 3.7% according to ONS

Escape to the Country host Jonnie Irwin’s plan to help his children after he’s gone following cancer diagnosis
Escape to the Country host Jonnie Irwin’s plan to help his children after he’s gone following cancer diagnosis

Jonnie Irwin’s update on family home refurb after cancer diagnosis

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First Minister Humza Yousaf poses with his new Cabinet. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
First Minister Humza Yousaf poses with his new Cabinet. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Humza Yousaf unveils full Cabinet with majority of women for first time ever

First Minister Humza Yousaf arrives at Bute House. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
First Minister Humza Yousaf arrives at Bute House. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Who is in Humza Yousaf's new Cabinet?

Thousands of calls to the Bilston Glen control room in Loanhead, Midlothian, were given a bogus call sign
Thousands of calls to the Bilston Glen control room in Loanhead, Midlothian, were given a bogus call sign

Police Scotland call handlers ‘used fake system to manipulate response targets’

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