Developer drops opposition to council's land grab attempt for link road a day before public inquiry was due to start

beautician left seriously injured after being crushed by a falling sofa has welcomed guilty pleas by two men who dropped it off a rooftop.Edita Butkeviciute, 31, was treated for a fractured spine and injuries to her legs and lungs following the horror incident in Aberdeen.Barrie Law, 27, and Lee Morrison, 33, admitted to acting culpably and recklessly on Tuesday.After the hearing, Edita released a statement through Digby Brown Solicitors.

Douglas Ross is not interested in uniting the country or prioritising a national recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. The Moray MP and part-time assistant referee is set to launch the Tory manifesto later which is expected to oppose a second independence referendum.

Ferguson Marine shipyard.Gloucester-based businessman Tim Hair was handed the ­astronomical £2565-a-day deal by shamed ex-finance secretary Derek Mackay two years ago.It is likely to make him the UK’s highest paid public sector fatcat, on almost six times First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s £151,000 salary.He was brought in after the Government nationalised the shipyard in the face of spiralling costs for two ferries.At the time, Mackay – who was forced to resign after sending inappropriate text

Scottish Labour, the Tories and the Lib Dems to task for not holding the SNP to account during its time in power.The Former First Minister also took aim at Nicola Sturgeon's SNP government over some of its social and economic policies.He said the SNP needs to be taken to task on some issues and the 'Union parties' he claims are not doing that because they are too busy "decrying independence".It comes as a new opinion poll showed Alba were on course to receive five seats in the Holyrood chamber

Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.West Dunbartonshire Council’s efforts to ensure its employees enjoy a healthy work/life balance has seen it named as one of the country’s most flexible employers.The award from charity Flexibility Works saw the local authority named in the top 10 of hundreds of entrants from all over the country.Judges were impressed with the high volume of the council’s workforce already working flexibly throughout

pandemic. International development minister, Jenny Gilruth, said: "Scotland stands ready to play its full part in global efforts to vaccinate the world's poorest and most vulnerable.

The First Minister tweeted that the move would be a political disaster for the Tories and was “morally repugnant”. She tweeted: "Jaw-dropping.

Ade Adepitan married Linda Harrison in a beautiful St Paul's Cathedral wedding, and we are taking a look back at the Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline star's gorgeous big day.READ: Ade Adepitan postponed his wedding in 2017 for sweet reasonIt was a traditional service for the Nigeria-born groom and Scottish bride, who brought together two families, two cultures and two countries in a celebration.WATCH: 9 of the most stunning celebrity weddings"Everyone says it’s the best day of your life but

council flat. Anna Petrosidou told how her two-year-old now needs to use an inhaler and believes issues with their Edinburgh home are the cause of the problem.

Ruth Davidson got top billing in the video, while Douglas Ross appeared after the half-way point.

Sam Heughan teased fans about becoming a 'spy' as in his latest Instagram post. The Scots actor has long been touted as a potential candidate for the new James Bond role alongside Bridgerton's Rege Jean Page and Tom Hardy.

the independence debate and offering voters "very little else". Rennie made the remarks after a poll published yesterday predicted that Alex Salmond’s new party will be elected to Holyrood as part of a huge majority of pro-independence MSPs.

Loch Lomond beauty spots were 'verbally and physically abused' amid parking frustration. Stirling Council have hit out at those responsible after workers were targeted at Ben A'an and Balmaha.

Ruth Davidson’s mug appears on the front page of a Tory flyer while the part-time referee only appears inside.Scottish Labour deputy leader Jackie Baillie said: “Douglas Ross is used to spending time on the sidelines - but it’s now clear even his own party thinks he should be put on the subs bench.”It appears Ross is living in the shadow of high-profile Davidson, who also used to be leader but has quit the Scottish Parliament to take a seat in the House of Lords.A leaflet landing through

Head over to our new Lanarkshire Live Facebook page to make sure you're up to date with the top stories in the regionCatriona Arbuckle, development officer for NLC, said: “What’s significant about our achievement is that we were able to progress purchases and exceed our target despite the COVID pandemic.“The pandemic saw our new supply team, surveyors and legal colleagues put in rigorous new working practices to adhere to all new Scottish Government safety guidance.“This has allowed the scheme,

Falkirk area this evening. Mercy crews raced to Castle Crescent in Denny at around 7.30pm.

zoom call and flashed the attendees. Inshes and Milton of Leys Community Council were hosting a public meeting on Monday to discuss a proposed housing development for former Fairways Golf Course.

Child Disability Payment will be open in three pilot areas for new claims from July 26, 2021. Families of children with a disability or long-term health condition living in Dundee City, Perth and Kinross and the Western Isles who need financial support will be able to apply for the new Social Security Scotland benefits.