The Scottish government is facing a multimillion-pound lawsuit from waste management company Biffa over the collapse of its planned bottle return scheme. The firm is demanding almost £170m in recompense from the Scottish government, claiming that its ministers negligently stated that the scheme was viable. The Scottish bottle return scheme was due to launch in… Continue reading Why is the SNP government facing £170m court case over recycling scheme?
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Queen Camilla withdraws from engagements due to chest infection
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Queen Camilla will not attend several planned engagements this week due to a chest infection. The palace has not released any additional information about her illness or medical treatment, but reports indicate that the queen is resting at home under the guidance of her physicians. In her place, the Duchess… Continue reading Queen Camilla withdraws from engagements due to chest infection
Powys rail crash: Train safety system failed before crash – report
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has released an update on the investigation into a recent train crash in mid-Wales that led to the death of David Tudor Evans, aged 66, and caused injuries to 15 other people. According to the report, an automated system that helps train wheels grip tracks failed due to blocked… Continue reading Powys rail crash: Train safety system failed before crash – report
Endangered pygmy hippo calf born at Edinburgh zoo
A pygmy hippopotamus was born at Edinburgh Zoo in Scotland at the end of October. The baby, which has been named Haggis, is an endangered species with only around 2,500 believed to remain in the wild. Pygmy hippos are also known as dwarf hippos and are native to West Africa. Haggis is the second calf… Continue reading Endangered pygmy hippo calf born at Edinburgh zoo
Chris Philp appointed shadow home secretary by Kemi Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch, the new leader of the UK Conservative Party, has appointed Chris Philp as shadow home secretary, with Robert Jenrick as shadow justice secretary, Mel Stride as shadow chancellor, and Dame Priti Patel as shadow foreign secretary. Ed Argar has been made shadow health and social care secretary, while Claire Coutinho retains her role… Continue reading Chris Philp appointed shadow home secretary by Kemi Badenoch
Vodafone-Three merger could get green light, watchdog says
The proposed merger of Vodafone and Three in the UK has received provisional approval from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The regulator stipulated that both mobile giants would need to commit to prices and speed, and promise to boost the country’s 5G rollout. The CMA previously said the proposed creation of the UK’s largest… Continue reading Vodafone-Three merger could get green light, watchdog says
Center Parcs plans first Scottish holiday village near Hawick
Holiday village company Center Parcs has announced its plans to build its first site in Scotland, which will be located near the town of Hawick in the Scottish Borders. It is estimated that the new resort would represent a £350 million investment and could potentially create up to 1,200 jobs. The company currently has six… Continue reading Center Parcs plans first Scottish holiday village near Hawick
Advent calendars: Warning over scam ads for luxury products
With Black Friday looming, consumers looking for luxury advent calendars have been warned to beware of online scams. Beyond the traditional chocolate-filled offerings, advent calendars available on the market now range from premium beauty and grooming products to luxury foods and alcoholic drinks, with a few even offering bespoke pieces of jewellery. However, it has… Continue reading Advent calendars: Warning over scam ads for luxury products
BBC chair: Don't let public service broadcast success be a bygone age
The future of public service broadcasting in the UK is at risk of becoming a memory from the past unless action is taken, BBC’s chairperson, Dr Samir Shah, is set to warn TV industry executives today in Leeds. Public Broadcasting in the UK, which includes the likes of the BBC, its peers and rivals are… Continue reading BBC chair: Don't let public service broadcast success be a bygone age
Lewes Bonfire: Thousands to attend annual East Sussex bonfire event
The annual bonfire event in Lewes is set to draw thousands of attendees today. Six different bonfire societies will lead processions through the town in East Sussex, with colossal effigies paraded through the streets. Notable past effigies have included former Prime Ministers Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak, as well as current American President Joe Biden.… Continue reading Lewes Bonfire: Thousands to attend annual East Sussex bonfire event