coronavirus continues to affect every household in Scotland. Thousands of people across the country have been dealt a financial blow and affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Gangs of Edinburgh: How sick torturer Martin Hamilton spread fear through underworld
28.05.2020 - 09:47 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Known as the “Blackhill Butcher”, Martin Hamilton was a feared gangland enforcer often cited as Scotland’s most hated criminal.
In the late 90s he moved to Edinburgh and began a reign of terror that left even hardened detectives sickened.
A gay predator, Hamilton would routinely rape young men, sometimes at gunpoint, as punishments and to satisfy his perverted sexual appetites.
Hamilton abused and tortured his victims as part of a plan to take over parts of the city’s drugs trade.
Eventually jailed
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05.06.2020 / 15:03
Police warn over 'County lines' drugs gangs who exploit vulnerable Scots kids
Police have vowed to continue their fight against callous criminals who exploit Scotland’s most vulnerable in a bid to flood communities with drugs.Officers have seen a rise in ‘County Lines’ activity where children and vulnerable adults are recruited by dealers to distribute their drugs across the country.The heartless criminals often set up a temporary base by conning their way into a person’s home - known as ‘cuckooing’ - before moving onto their next victim a short time later.They set up a
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04.06.2020 / 13:57
Scots Tik Tok-loving OAPs take on care home dance challenges to spread laughter and joy
Elderly residents at Scots care homes have been busting the myth that TikTok is just for the younger generation with a series of hilarious clips.
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04.06.2020 / 07:29
Scots gran from Renfrew left with Edinburgh accent after suffering freak head injury
A gran developed a strong Edinburgh accent after being hit with a door at work and suffering a life-changing brain injury.
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02.06.2020 / 20:27
Meet the Munro scaling bagpiper who wants to spread a little positivity in these trying times
Scaling a Munro - one of Scotland's highest peaks - is no easy feat, especially when you're carrying bagpipes and wearing a kilt.
dailyrecord.co.uk
02.06.2020 / 14:15
Victim support group warns justice backlog is having a 'devastating' impact on mental health
A victims’ charity has repeated calls for controversial trial without jury after warning a backlog in justice is causing a “devastating impact” on mental health.
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02.06.2020 / 08:07
Crieff Hydro chief says Scottish Government needs to offer more support to tourism industry
The man at the helm of Crieff Hydro has called on the Scottish Government to do more to help businesses like his survive.
dailyrecord.co.uk
01.06.2020 / 17:05
Coronavirus crime warning as gangs target care homes and the public with new scams
A care home was targeted by organised criminals who intercepted a £10,000 payment for vital protective clothing.
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01.06.2020 / 11:57
SNP calls for inquiry into Dominic Cummings as Tories fear scandal could dent support for the Union
The SNP has demanded a Cabinet Office inquiry into the Dominic Cummings scandal which saw the prime minister's top adviser travel 260 miles at the height of lockdown.
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29.05.2020 / 21:03
Fire crews race to Ayr street as blaze rips through garage sending huge plumes of smoke into sky
Brave fire crews are currently battling a large blaze in Ayr.
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29.05.2020 / 14:19
Care home resident, 98, is halfway through 100-day charity piano marathon for NHS
One of the oldest residents of a Lanarkshire care home has embarked on an astonishing feat of musical endurance – to offer a note of reassurance.
dailyrecord.co.uk
29.05.2020 / 09:23
Discretionary Housing Payments - how to claim extra financial support from your local council
New emergency measures have been announced to help people in Scotland struggling financially to get through the coronavirus crisis.
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28.05.2020 / 14:29
Support staff at school hubs in Scotland left 'vulnerable' by working through lockdown, says union
Staff at school hubs set-up for the children of keyworkers have reported serious concerns about the impact on their mental health of working through lockdown.
dailyrecord.co.uk
27.05.2020 / 10:15
Martin Lewis offers easy ways to 'slash' your Council Tax bill during coronavirus crisis
Council Tax is a payment based on the value of your home and was introduced in Scotland in 1993.
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27.05.2020 / 03:25
Abuse charity launch campaign to encourage young survivors to seek support during lockdown
A new animated film highlighting children’s heartbreaking experiences of domestic abuse has been created by Scottish Women’s Aid (SWA).
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26.05.2020 / 19:11
Calls for post-coronavirus blueprint to help Hamilton welcomed by politicians
Calls for a post-coronavirus blueprint for Hamilton have been welcomed by local politicians.
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26.05.2020 / 16:09
Charity with shop and hub in Wishaw to support stroke survivors faces bleak future as cash flow dries up
A charity which provides support to stroke survivors is facing a bleak future.
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23.05.2020 / 22:31
Police cordon off Hamilton street due to ongoing incident
Police have swooped on a road in Hamilton amid an ongoing incident.
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20.05.2020 / 13:03
Hamilton Advertiser: Karen's Kitchen lockdown recipes
A number of weeks ago, Scot Karen Skewies appeared on MasterChef as one of the 2020 contestants.