Lanarkshire workers at closure threatened McVitie's plant hopeful jobs can be saved

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.

Unison claimed a revised offer will only give low paid staff an extra 97p a week. The initial offer in March included a flat rate payment of £800 for staff earning up to £25,000, a 2% rise for staff on between £25,000 and £40,000, and 1% for higher earners.The union’s members voted by 88% to reject the offer and talks have taken place with council bosses about an improved settlement.

PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensThe debacle will mean another trip to repair the holes in Auchenclioch and Clevans Roads in Bridge of Weir.Local Councillor James MacLaren has hit out at the Council for a “total waste of money”.The Scottish Conservative and Unionist representative says he “couldn’t believe” what has happened.He says this failure could well cause damage to vehicles, given the size of the potholes.Councillor MacLaren had also recently reported a “monster” pothole near

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

Shetland Islands were horrified after learning maniac Plymouth shooter Jake Davison spent long periods on the island with his family. Davison, 22, killed five people including a young child before turning his gun on himself in a horrific shooting in Plymouth on Thursday.

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

iOS - Android Administered by Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP), it aims to bring "new, sustainable, creative projects and activity to towns and neighbourhoods" - helping build local wealth and increase footfall and activity, while supporting local enterprise partnerships. Eligible projects could include community shops, marketing and digital schemes, or enabling larger construction project delivery.

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.

Glasgow’s Kingston Bridge will close later tonight as workers carry out urgent repairs on the major road. The bridge, which cuts through the heart of Scotland’s largest city, was originally scheduled to close eastbound at 1pm before being delayed until 3pm.Police and traffic officials have delayed it once again, with an announcement on the closure time expected to be announced at 6pm.

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

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

messaging on coronavirus rules during the first six months of the outbreak was highlighted in a report based on feedback from government officials, NHS Scotland staff and health board representatives.

iOS - Android And she has urged Humza Yousaf to urgently work with frontline staff in Lanarkshire to guarantee patients will be seen as quickly as possible. Ms Gallacher told Lanarkshire Live : “Mr Yousaf needs to wake up and face the reality of what is happening on the frontline in Lanarkshire.

iOS - Android Announcing the changes at a virtual meeting of the Scottish Parliament this afternoon, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said: “This has been hard-earned, and while this will restore a substantial degree of normality, it does not signal the end of the pandemic or a return to life exactly as we knew it.“Declaring freedom from this virus is premature.

iOS - Android The resort partnered up with Boe Scottish Gin for the showpiece event, known for its first-rate fashion, fast racing and fun atmosphere.On the course, the ground-breaking Silk Series, showcasing a host of talented female riders, was one of the highlights of the race card, alongside the re-scheduled Almada Mile Handicap worth £30,000 where the winner was be presented with the beautiful Watson Memorial Cup.Despite some coronavirus restrictions still being in place, officials worked

iOS - Android A Police Scotland spokesman told Lanarkshire Live : “We were made aware of a crash involving a single car on Greenhills Road around 4.35pm “One man was taken to Hairmyres Hospital as a precaution.

iOS - Android The quiz breaks down four personas, from the ‘Hipster’ to the ‘Strong, Mysterious Soul,’ ‘The Cool Character’ and the ‘Adventure Seeker,’ and pairs each with a selection of top-quality Scottish craft beers, chosen by experts, to suit the tastes of the individual.For Aldi’s ‘Cool Character’ a simple Lager or Pilsner would be the go-to brew, such as Bellfield’s Bohemian Pilsner or Genius Brewing’s Gen!us Craft Lager.For the ‘Hipster’, Aldi suggests Barney’s Beer’s Cranberry Margarita