Scotland’s family doctor crisis as major investment in GP services demanded

A desperate search is underway to trace a missing Scots gran who vanished in a black Kia Venga car.

England striker Ollie Watkins will be unavailable for Aston Villa when they go toe-to-toe with Manchester City in the Premier League on Wednesday night (8.15pm). The 28-year-old picked up an injury in the 2-0 win over Wolves on Saturday afternoon and had to be replaced at half-time.

Fans were eagerly awaiting the arrival of King Charles and Queen Camilla at St George's Chapel for the royal Easter service - but there was one member of the Royal Family that was noticeably absent. Lady Louise was nowhere to be seen at the service on Sunday as she is currently studying English Literature at the University of St Andrews in Scotland.

With 22 children and 13 grandchildren, it's no surprise that Sue Radford enjoys taking regular holidays and having some downtime. And it appears she and the family may be planning another trip this weekend for the Easter bank holiday, as the 22 Kids and Counting star was spotted clearing out her campervan this week.

Police have arrested three males in Scotland in connection with an investigation into two shootings in Bolton.

The heartbroken family of a young man who died following a horror e-bike crash have paid tribute to their son "who loved going out and about with his mates".

A community near Doune has secured access to superfast connectivity through Stirling Council’s award-winning rural broadband programme.

One of the UK’s largest care home firms has axed three specialist dementia units, leaving families unsure where their loved-ones will be looked after.

Some families faced a “stark choice” between saying goodbye to a loved one or attending their funeral during the pandemic if PPE was not available, an inquiry has heard.

The families of two teenagers killed in a horror lorry crash are "forever thankful" after more than £13,000 has been raised in their memory.

A Dumfries-based politician is calling for a cut on the 18 weeks waiting time for young people to receive specialist treatment for mental health services in the region.

A Scots man has been jailed for a horror double axe attack on a group of terrified families at a holiday resort.

Less than a month before Jonathan Majors is set to be sentenced in his domestic violence trial, the much-accused former Marvel actor has today been sued for defamation by his ex-girlfriend.

One of the nation's largest producers of supermarket pizzas has been fined £800,000 after part of a worker's middle finger was severed. And in a seperate incident at the Stateside Foods factory in Bolton, another worker needed a skin graft after his arm was drawn into an 'inadequately guarded' conveyor belt.

A groundbreaking project which wipes out the debts of vulnerable families has been hailed for its impact on reducing poverty.

The new series of Doctor Who starring Scottish actor Ncuti Gatwa has been confirmed to begin from May 11, the BBC have announced.

A Scots family fled their home in terror after a devastating fire broke out.

A memorial service for former Dumfries Tory councillor, Lieutenant Colonel John Charteris MBE, is to be held tomorrow at 2pm at the Crichton Memorial Church in Dumfries.

A Scottish farm experience has been named among the best Easter days out in the UK.

In a poignant ceremony filled with tears and fond memories, family members and friends bid their final farewell to the late BBC Scotland presenter, Nick Sheridan, as he was laid to rest in his native Ireland. The funeral mass, held at St Ibar's Church in Wexford, paid tribute to Nick's vibrant life and impactful career. Mourners gathered to honour the beloved broadcaster, whose wicker coffin was adorned with a colourful wreath and framed pictures capturing cherished moments from his youth.