SNP branded 'out of touch' for launching independence task force during pandemic

Piers Morgan was branded 'a pig' live on Good Morning Britain today, by the Scots media officer from The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).

Perthshire Advertiser she played a big part in bringing home the Stone of Destiny - the focal point of the £26.5 million transformation of Perth City Hall - “making Perth and Kinross an even better place to live and work.” Mrs Reid will take up her new role as chief executive of NHS Education for Scotland (NES) on Monday, February 1.Cllr Lyle said: “I worked closely with Karen and was impressed by both her vision and her hard work.

Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior CorrespondentNetflix’s “Too Hot To Handle” became one of the breakout quarantine binges in the early days of the pandemic, and Variety has confirmed that the raunchy dating show is secretly filming overseas, as the series has quietly nabbed a two-season renewal.“Too Hot To Handle” has been renewed for Seasons 2 and 3, and filming has been underway for months, sources say, on the islands of Turks and Caicos.“The secret is out — we’re thrilled to bring back ‘Too Hot to

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.An inspirational mum who has been a shining example to her family and others during the Covid-19 pandemic has been recognised by her loving daughter.Donna Parker, 43, was nominated for our Say It With Flowers award for her selfless support and hard work throughout the pandemic by her daughter, Stephanie.Donna, from Wishaw, attended St Aidan’s High School and after leaving school she studied beauty therapy,

After being slammed for flying to Dubai during the global pandemic, Chloe Ferry has been spotted not wearing a protective face mask while on the way home back to England.The reality star, who revealed she has a crush on Megan Barton Hanson, documented her journey back home but only appeared to wear a face mask once on her Instagram stories.The 25 year old showed herself sitting on the flight and tucking into a three-course meal as she sipped on a drink and spoke to the camera.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A man who overcame his own mental health battle and suicide attempt is urging people to speak up and get help if they are struggling during the pandemic.Erskine man Graeme Alexander is an advocate for mental health, having spent years battling silently with PTSD following the suicide of his friend.The brave 32-year-old came close to ending his own life when a police officer approached him and encouraged him

direct to your inbox Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid has described the "toxic and horrible" abuse she has received online during the coronavirus pandemic, but described the "serious responsibility" the programme has to its viewers.

NPACT, the trade body that represents non-scripted producers, has eschewed its annual network-ranking survey this year, instead asking producers to name the best partner during the Covid-19 crisis.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A Dumbarton woman battling cancer says she feels let down by mental health support services as restrictions impact on appointments.The woman, who does not wish to be named, said she is unhappy with the support she has been receiving from the Riverview Resource Centre at Dumbarton Joint Hospital amid the pandemic.The 62-year-old usually receives face-to-face support but her appointment was cancelled earlier

Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, announced today that this year’s awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, April 22 at 10pm ET, in a prime-time ceremony to be televised on IFC, a one-time break from the show’s usual tradition as a live daytime event occurring on the Santa Monica beach the Saturday before the Oscars.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola has urged the government not to blame footballers for the worsening spread of Covid-19 in the UK. A debate has been ongoing this week about Premier League footballers hugging and shaking hands during goal celebrations as elite sport continues, but most of the UK is in national lockdown and many businesses have been forced to close temporarily.

Actors struggling with the career and personal effects of the coronavirus pandemic got some practical advice and sound wisdom from actor Amir Talai and a group of talent agents, experts and SAG-AFTRA insiders who gathered Wednesday night for an online forum called “Our Industry and the Covid Surge.”

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Thieves have been cashing in on an upsurge in cycling during the Covid-19 pandemic.Police in North Lanarkshire say that, while more folk have been taking to the saddle, there’s been a rise in thefts.Over a five-month period from the beginning of lockdown, 108 bikes were stolen across the area.Lizanne McMurrich, North Lanarkshire Council’s head of communities, said: “More people are using pedal cycles for

direct to your inboxPrisoners being locked up in their cells for up to 28 hours at a time at a jail in in Cheshire is a "serious concern", an inspectorate report says.Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Prisons carried out a scrutiny inspection at HMP Risley in Warrington last Autumn.Its report, published today (Tuesday) says the category C men's prison, which has over 1,000 inmates, is "well-led" and and has "continued to make progress" despite the COVID-19 pandemic.It had two significant outbreaks

Cynthia Bailey is satisfied with the safety precautions she took for her wedding.