Scotland issued thunderstorm warning as disruption expected this weekend

Scotland’s NHS is under immense pressure. From shortages across general practice to hospital consultants, there are simply not enough doctors in Scotland, writes Dr Iain Kennedy, chair of the British Medical Association (BMA) in Scotland.

More than 100 vintage motorcycles gathered in Blairgowrie recently before enjoying a run through some of east Perthshire’s beautiful countryside in what was the largest Vintage Motor Cycle Club (VMCC) event in Scotland since 2008.

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Scots have been called on to stop scattering the ashes of their loved ones at beauty spots around the country.

The top restaurants and hotels in Scotland were crowned last night at the AA Hospitality Awards 2023.

People who suffer from certain neurological conditions could be eligible for extra financial support from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP).

A storm is forecast to hit Greater Manchester later this week - with a weather warning for wind issued by the Met Office.

Ryanair has issued a fresh travel warning to travellers today (Wednesday 20) as strong winds and rain continue to affect the UK. The airline has warned travellers that there could be delays due to high winds.

Greater Manchester is expected to have another wet day with a Met Office weather warning still in force. Much of the region is covered by a yellow weather warning for rain, which runs until 6pm today (September 20).

The latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that State Pension currently provides regular financial support for 12.6 million older people across the country, including nearly one million retirees living in Scotland. This payment is available for those who have reached the UK Government’s eligible retirement age, which is currently 66 for both men and women, and have paid at least 10 years' worth of National Insurance Contributions.

Ryanair has warned passengers of potential delays to flights in and out of the UK today due to bad weather. It comes as the Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for rain covering several areas across the country with strong winds forecast today and overnight into Wednesday.

The remnants of Hurricane Lee are hitting Scotland today in a deluge of rain that could bring flooding and travel delays.

Earlier this week, you may have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights in Scotland.

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Hundreds of kites will take to the skies above St Annes this weekend when the much-loved festival returns.

The number of Covid cases in Scotland has risen, as fears continue to increase over the new Eris variant.

Rail passengers in Scotland may face some disruption this weekend as a bout of industrial action is set to take place.