Lanarkshire groups urged to apply for Scotland Loves Local Fund support

iOS - Android The latest figures contained in a Police Scotland performance report also show the number of reported serious assaults were down by 27 on the previous year.There was one murder during that period, down from seven in the same period the previous year, and an arrest has been made in relation to that incident.There were 34 fewer crimes recorded that involved the carrying of offensive/bladed weapons.Common assaults rose by 95 but assaults on emergency workers dropped by five.

covid vaccine and to not "leave the job half done" amid rising cases. Health Secretary Humza Yousaf said the virus is "still a significant threat" and urged people in that age group who have still to receive their second dose to book an appointment or go to a drop-in clinic.The Scottish Government said the number of cases is rising and that about two thirds of new ones are in under-40s.

iOS - Android There are over 90,000 people living with dementia in Scotland, and Fosters want to ensure their team have the knowledge and skills to provide the best possible service to every family or individual who visits their Lanarkshire funeral home. Jackie Wilson from the firm told Lanarkshire Live : “The training was very insightful and engaging.

iOS - Android Of these deaths, 50 were in South Lanarkshire - down five on 2019 - and 62 were in North Lanarkshire - up five on 2019.Across Scotland, 805 deaths by suicide were registered in 2018, a decrease from 833 in 2018.Of these deaths, 575 were among men, and 230 were among women.Suicide rates continue to peak for both men and women in mid-life however – in 2020 men aged 35-44 and women aged 35-54 have the highest rates.Although the rate of suicide for women has increased since 2017, men

Covid rates in the uK. The Cornish tourist board has warned people not to visit the area unless they have pre-booked holidays or take Covid tests before, during and after their stay.Experts are worried overcrowding in beach 'honeypots', with the region reporting 4,628 new cases in the seven days to August 21, according to Public Health England data.This is the equivalent of 804.1 per 100,000 people and is up sharply from 385.9 in the seven days to August 14.

iOS - Android The new legislation was introduced following the Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017 and was originally due to have taken effect six months ago, but was delayed by the Scottish Government due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and a lack of public awareness of the plans.

iOS - Android The number of deaths in the Lanarkshire health board region increased 40 per cent, representing the sharpest rise in Scotland. Dr Adam Brodie, NHS Lanarkshire’s clinical director for addictions, told Lanarkshire Live : “Every life lost through alcohol use is a tragedy and the knock-on effects on the people who know and care for the deceased are deeply traumatic for all those affected.

scams involving the sale and purchase of pets during last year. Compared to the previous year more Scots are falling victim to online criminals who create fake advertisements for cute looking animals with the goal of stealing money from anyone looking to buy a pet.

iOS - Android On most days Craig will do the challenge at his fitness studio in Lanark.However, he has also enjoyed a number of trips across the country and further afield to promote the challenge and the charity.He said: “It has been getting tougher. Usually if I’m feeling on top form I can do them in half an hour but it can take up to 45 minutes.“That’s why its good to get out, it’s almost been like a bucket list.“ I’ve been to Millport, Skye, Ben Nevis and Glencoe in Scotland.

iOS - Android It was the second consecutive week in which case numbers have increased in the region and the eighth in a row in which more than 1000 positive tests have been recorded.Last Monday the Scottish Government lifted the majority of the remaining coronavirus regulations.Last week, Lanarkshire had the second highest rate of new cases in Scotland after 229.6 cases were recorded for every 100,000 residents in the county.Across Scotland, only Dumfries and Galloway (251.5) had a higher rate

cancerous lump on her breast while applying fake tan for the first time since giving birth.Lorna Cobb decided to treat herself to some relaxing 'self-care' in June 2020 two months after having Elle McNelis and applied a face mask, painted her nails and applied the bronzing product.As she swept the tanning mitt across her left breast while applying the mousse Lorna, who had recently stopped breastfeeding, was stunned to discover a solid plum-sized lump.But the 30-year-old's initial fears that it

iOS - Android Locals also reported seeing a young bull on the loose in Greenhall Park.A farmer was also seen trying to round up the escapees and get them back to their field.However, police were eventually called to assist in moo-ving the animals along.A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 8.25pm on Tuesday, August 10, officers were called to a report of cows loose on Bardykes Road, Blantyre.

iOS - Android He was one of three full time appointments confirmed today.Professor Alison Strath has been confirmed as the Scottish Government’s new Chief Pharmaceutical Officer (CPO), while Professors Nicola Steedman was also appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO).The DCMOs support and deputise for the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and work closely with the Chief Scientist (Health), a number of doctors within the Civil Service seconded from the NHS, and administrative colleagues.The Chief

found dead in a Scots flat. Diane Nichol's body was discovered in a property in Trevelyan Terrace in Hawick at around 9pm on Monday, August 9.Police have now confirmed they have charged a 54-year-old man in connection with the death of the 57-year-old grandmother.

coronavirus vaccine before the schools return from summer holidays next week. 16 and 17-year-olds are now eligible for the covid jab after being granted permission by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) last week.

iOS - Android Scottish Conservatives MSP Meghan Gallacher said: “As we continue to ease restrictions, it is welcome to see more employees in Central Scotland returning to work.“Ever since the pandemic began, the UK Government have stepped up to protect vital jobs and livelihoods in Central Scotland through the furlough scheme and that will continue until the end of September.“The crisis has shown the economic strength of the United Kingdom.

iOS - Android On average, each respondent experienced seven cases of sheep-worrying during the past year, resulting in five sheep injured and two sheep killed per attack.Police Scotland took to social media channels to warn Lanarkshire residents, posting: “Even the most obedient pet can worry livestock."Please keep your dogs on a lead in the countryside.“If a dog worries livestock on any agricultural land, the owner of the dog, and anyone who is in charge of the dog other than its owner, shall

highest peak to display a ‘white lives matter’ sign.

iOS - Android Unalome may be Cheevers’ first solo venture, but he’s certainly not going it alone.With wise counsel from friend and former professional cookery educator, Peter Bacchetti, Graeme has successfully attracted to Unalome a cast of ones-to-watch whose names read like a Who’s Who of Scotland’s most glittering culinary stars of the future.The time-wasters, the shoulder-shruggers and the disengaged he met as a 15-year-old at Glasgow College of Food Technology left Graeme with a bad taste