More emphasis on hazards of drink and drug driving needed in driving lessons, warn campaigners

Despite a recent study by the University of London revealing that Millennials are shunning alcohol, and teetotalism has become more mainstream, drink driving casualties are at a four year high. In fact, data released by the Department of Transport showed that more than 24% of drink drivers were aged between 16 and 19 years old – inexperienced drivers who have recently passed their driving test. Continue reading More emphasis on hazards of drink and drug driving needed in driving lessons, warn campaigners

Fair Fuel? Petrol profits skyrocket at motorists expense

The UK fuel supply chain took as much as 16.13p profit per litre from petrol drivers in the last two months. Despite falling wholesale and oil prices UK drivers aren’t seeing those significantly reduced costs reflected at the pumps. Continue reading Fair Fuel? Petrol profits skyrocket at motorists expense

Work starts on first affordable homes to be built without Government subsidy

Work has started on fifty affordable rented homes in Dunbar that will be built without any Government subsidy, in a move welcomed by Scottish Government Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Economy and Fair Work, Derek Mackay MSP. Continue reading Work starts on first affordable homes to be built without Government subsidy

Charity launches new award to get Scotland’s workforce moving

A Scottish charity has launched a new accreditation that aims to reverse the trend of inactive workplaces. Paths for All has created the Walk at Work Award to reward employers across the country who are encouraging everyday walking in their workplace. Continue reading Charity launches new award to get Scotland’s workforce moving