Two people taken to hospital after car crashes into trees

A Scots pensioner has tragically died after a road crash in Orkney.

The Minister for Work and Welfare has said that the UK Government “understands the pressures people are facing with the cost of living” and has taken further “decisive action” to support households with their energy bills. Victoria Prentis MP, also said that the £37 billion in financial support includes up to £650 in cost of living payments, which have been designed to target support at around eight million low-income households on means-tested benefits and older people receiving Pension Credit.

A car has veered into a verge following a crash on the M90 today, sparking travel delays.

An 82-year-old woman has died in hospital in hospital following a road crash between two cars in Orkney.

Two men have been rushed to hospital following a 'serious' crash on the A78. The alarm was raised shortly before 11.30pm on Saturday, October 14 when officers were alerted to a smash on the busy road near Inverkip.

The UK Government has issued new guidance on how the £400 Energy Bills Support Scheme (EBSS) will be delivered to people living in park homes, those who do not use gas for heating and tenants who pay for energy as part of their rental agreement.

Belle & Sebastian has shared his thoughts on the Conservative Party  during a recent appearance as a panellist on BBC’s Question Time.The Scottish musician was joined on the panel by a range of politicians from his home country, including Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar, Deputy First Minister John Swinney and Scottish Conservatives leader Douglas Ross.During the show – which was filmed in Musselburgh and aired yesterday (October 13) in the UK – the panel discussed a range of topics, from Scottish Independence to the country’s view on UK Prime Minister Liz Truss. When asked for his opinion of the UK’s Conservative Party – of which Truss is the leader – Murdoch said: “the Conservative [Party] don’t care about people.”“What an insult that we should be expected to eat the crumbs off a rich person's table…we should be at that table”Musician @nee_massey discusses public opinion of the Tories #bbcqtWatch now on @BBCiplayer: https://t.co/MAupYw9noo pic.twitter.com/oR8lTaOJJi— BBC Question Time (@bbcquestiontime) October 13, 2022“I feel like we’re living on a completely different planet,” he said, “they’re tone-deaf to the needs of ordinary people.” Later, Murdoch referenced Truss’ trickle-down economic plan, which she announced as part of a “mini-Budget” introduced last month.

Many of us have experienced how dedicated and caring Scotland’s healthcare professionals are – and there’s still time to show your appreciation for those who have gone the extra mile.

Three officers have been taken to hospital after chasing a car that was spotted driving the wrong way on a major Scots road. Police were contacted after the blue Vauxhall Astra motor was seen travelling on the A720 Edinburgh City bypass at around 1.10am on Tuesday, October 11.

A Scots Celtic fan is among the 10 people killed in a horrific petrol station explosion in Ireland.

A major search operation continued through the night at the site of an explosion at an Irish petrol station amid fears the death toll could rise above the three fatalities already confirmed.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for people aged over 16 and under State Pension age who need help with daily living tasks or moving around as a result of a long-term illness, disability or mental or physical health condition.

Adult Disability Payment and Child Disability Payment are new health benefits which are replacing Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance for Children (DLA for Child) for people living in Scotland. The devolved benefits will provide financial support for young children and those between 16 and State Pension age, who are disabled, have a long-term health condition or have a terminal illness.

The Scottish Government has highlighted how families and friends have a crucial role to play in ensuring social security payments reach those who need them most, by openly talking about support they are receiving in the hopes of encouraging others to check their own benefit entitlement.

A lucky Scots community are celebrating after winning a combined jackpot of £3.2 million on the People's Postcode Lottery. More than 100 neighbours in Seaton, Aberdeen, shared the combined prize pot.

A man has been rushed to hospital after being 'hit by a car' on a street in Inverclyde in an alleged attempted murder bid.

Scots comedian Janey Godley has listed common ovarian cancer symptoms in the hopes of saving the lives of others.

This is the dramatic moment a fire ripped through a high-rise flat in Glasgow.

A man has been rushed to hospital after a huge fight broke out in Glasgow this afternoon.

A young girl has been rushed to hospital after being 'knocked down' near a school in North Ayrshire.