Plans to change stairlift provision in South Lanarkshire deferred by councillors

NASHVILLE, Tenn.

Ted Johnson Organizers of the presidential debates are planning changes to bring “order” to future events, after Tuesday’s widely panned matchup drew widespread criticism for going off the rails.Almost all of that was because of President Donald Trump’s repeated interruptions, creating an atmosphere that had commentators describing it as a “shit show.”In a statement, the Commission on Presidential Debates said, “Last night’s debate made clear that additional structure should be added to the

East Kilbride Councillor Joe Fagan told the News yesterday that all three elected members attended a group meeting two weeks ago in person. But he insisted all precautions were taken and guidance strictly followed at all times with all those present at the meeting told to work from home, self-isolate and get tested if displaying even minor symptoms.However, he said it is a stark reminder that no one is immune from the virus with numbers on the rise.“The virus does not discriminate.

Tom Tapp Deputy Managing EditorOne day after California Governor Gavin Newsom teased that more of the state’s counties would be allowed to open further as cases fall, the specifics were revealed.The state’s Director of Health and Human Services reported that the counties of San Francisco, Almador and Calaveras would be allowed to move into the Orange — or Moderate — tier and Sacramento, Fresno and Santa Barbara would be allowed to progress into the Red — or TK — tier.

after a first case was announced last week.It has also been revealed that the three councillors are all members of the Labour group and that other members of the group are self-isolating as a precaution.None of the group physically attended the full council meeting on Wednesday, September 23, and instead chose to participate remotely via Microsoft Teams.Councillor Joe Fagan (East Kilbride Central North), leader of the Labour group, said the group had been following public health guidelines and

link.He said: “The government’s plans don’t do nearly enough to help children, young people and families.“Waiting times for crucial mental health services were dire even before Covid, but despite the terrible impact of isolation, disruption and anxiety caused by the pandemic, there’s no new plan to ensure young people can get help and treatment.“Families have been further let down by ministers’ decision to delay the introduction of guaranteed childcare hours, leaving many parents simply unable

link.Mr Sneddon added that the councillor will be interviewed by NHS Scotland's Test and Protect service and any close contacts will be identified and asked to self-isolate for 14 days.A close contact is someone who has been within 2m of a person for at least 15 minutes.Council leader John Ross added: "I would also like to extend my best wishes to the individual."Most councillors did not physically attend the hybrid executive committee or full council meetings yesterday and instead joined

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsPresident Donald Trump said during an Ohio rally Monday night that the COVID-19 virus “affects virtually nobody.” But with more than 200,000 Americans dead due to the coronavirus, Seth Meyers questions the president’s lack of concern.“I’m sure those people died just to make you look bad. I heard they were deep state Antifa terrorists paid for by George Soros to stop breathing.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorSouth by Southwest, the giant annual music, film and digital festival in Austin, Texas that was canceled due to the pandemic just days before it was to begin in March, has made its first announcements for 2021: A digital festival, with “plans for a 2021 physical event.”The digital experience, “featuring conferences keynotes and sessions, screenings, showcases and more” will take place March 16 – 20, 2021; updates on the proposed physical event, which the festival is

Ed Meza @edmezavar“Gull,” Kim Mi-jo’s poignant South Korean drama, follows a woman whose life becomes increasingly difficult when she seeks justice against the man who raped her.The 61-year-old O-bok works as a seafood vendor in a Seoul street market that has been slated for redevelopment. One evening, after drinks with her colleagues, she is raped by Gi-taek, a fellow vendor and the powerful chairman of the redevelopment committee.

The Sussexes' lives have changed a lot this year, but Prince Harry has found a way to keep up with one of his most unique hobbies—flying helicopters—in his new home in California. Harry has joined a super exclusive helicopter club near his new home in Montecito, according to a report from The Sun.

link.“To give just one example of this work, the committee will hear about the fantastic progress being made, with the help of Scottish Government funding, to reduce the carbon footprint of our vehicles by the introduction of more electric vehicles.

Blantyre councillor Bert Thomson, chair of the forum, hailed the project as “a great success story”. Cllr Jim McGuigan (Bothwell and Uddingston) thanked the communities involved and added that the project was “very important” in helping older men.

as reported, and the expanded team will also concentrate on clean-ups where fly-tipping has been reported.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Five weeks of free special uplifts are being offered to South Lanarkshire residents as the service is resumed.From Monday, September 14, council workers will be out to tackle the backlog following the coronavirus lockdown.Residents can request an uplift on the council’s website from today (Friday, September 11) with up to two free uplifts available for each household over the first five week period which

Peter Andre has reflected on life during lockdown with his two eldest children, Junior and Princess, in a new, heartfelt home video.READ: Princess Andre shares special message for step-mother Emily MacDonaghThe 47-year-old, who has teamed up with Quorn, was seen cooking dinner with his kids as they made some family pledges to each other: to eat more meat-free meals, spend more time together and Peter telling fewer dad jokes!Junior, 15, gave his word to keep his room tidy as his younger sister

for the Blantyre Care Hub have been thrown out by South Lanarkshire Council.