Wendy's plans to open 400 branches in UK - with some expected in Scotland

Scottish Government is encouraging eligible families to apply early for the School Age Payment when applications open on Tuesday, June 1. Eligible parents of children aged four and five are being encouraged to apply for financial support worth over £250.

iOS - Android Over the past few years, the River Clyde has slowly but surely eroded the raised soil bund that separates the nature reserve from the river, leading to the loss of footpaths and impacting on the wildlife that uses the reserve. For many years, RSPB Scotland have been attempting to repair and protect the bund from the increasing pressure of the river - however, despite these efforts, the erosion has continued.

Nicola Sturgeon confirmed the Glasgow City Council area would be the only part of Scotland to remain in Level 3 of coronavirus restrictions. An outbreak of the Indian variant of the virus has led to rising cases in the local authority, with hotspots in the south of the city.

100 days of government the First Minister told MSPs the "most important priority" is to lead Scotland safely out of the pandemic. She said an announcement will come in the next three weeks on how Scotland will look once the levels system is scrapped."As we come out of the pandemic, there will be bumps in the road - as we are experiencing in Glasgow just now," she said."But the vaccine rollout gives us firm hope that we are on the right track.

chamber at around 2pm where she will also set out her government's plan for the 100 days in office. At the Scottish Government briefing yesterday Sturgeon said she would give an update on covid-19 across the country while she lays out her plans.

Kate Middleton and Prince William have been photographed at the opening of Orkney's new hospital, The Balfour, on Tuesday 25 May.The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met NHS staff as they officially opened the new hospital in Kirkwall, Scotland, after travelling from Edinburgh in a helicopter. Kate, 39, looked gorgeous as she wore a camel coat by Massimo Dutti along with a brown top and a pair of camel trousers.

coronavirus restrictions. The gathering has been advertised on social media for Strathclyde County Park outside of Motherwel l, Lanarkshire Officers will be patrolling the area to make sure anyone attending is complying with current covid rules.

holidaymakers without having to show evidence of a negative PCR test from next week. The Spanish Government released a state bulletin this morning which outlined changes to its policy on international travellers entering the country.It states that travellers from the UK will be allowed to enter Spain from May 24 - paving the way for Scots holidays in the country to resume.

In the wake of the death of her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, The Queen is reportedly set to spend a period of time at the royal estate in Scotland to mourn.  

iOS - Android Previous plans for three turbines at the site near Dunduff Quarry were refused in June 2020, before an appeal was also thrown out by Scottish Ministers.The main difference between the two plans was the removal of the turbine closest to Boghead and the inclusion of a new battery storage facility.National Air Traffic Systems (NATS) objected to both proposals on the grounds of aviation safety as the turbines could interfere with air traffic radar systems.Head over to our new

Nicola Sturgeon's lockdown announcement has given the green light for more businesses across Scotland to reopen. The First Minister confirmed that the next stage of the roadmap will take place next week allowing mainland Scotland - with the exception of Moray - to move down to Level 2.

Perth teenager who was one of the youngest in Scotland to receive her COVID vaccine has been able to return to the classroom weeks earlier than expected. Holly Webster (16) began a phased return to Perth Grammar School from yesterday (May 10) having received her second coronavirus jab.

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party leaders have been looking to secure your vote with a number of eye-catching policies. Scotland 's recovery from the devastating coronavirus pandemic, which has killed more than 10,000 Scots, has been one of the biggest issues during the election, while independence has popped up a fair few times as well.

Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.The site at the heart of a controversial plan by Flamingo Land is up for lease rather than sale, according to new information which has been uncovered.The Freedom of Information request submitted by the Scottish Greens showed that the land at Drumkinnon Bay was subject to a 125-year long lease.Campaigners say the new details throw up more questions than answers although also claim a partial victory

Grado revealed some exciting news today, that he and his partner are expecting their first baby together. The Two Doors Down star and his girlfriend of three years Stephanie Breen, took to social media to say that they will be welcoming a baby together this November.