New figures showing there were almost 1200 drug-related deaths in Scotland last year have been described as shocking by Public Health Minister Joe FitzPatrick.
The National Records of Scotland statistics reveal there were 1,187 drug-related deaths registered in Scotland in 2018, the largest number ever recorded. Continue reading “Shocking”: Statistics show highest ever level of Scottish drug deaths
More than 230 motorists in Scotland were found to be over the drink-drive limit during Police Scotland’s recent summer drink/drug driving campaign. Continue reading 230 drivers caught during drink drive crackdown
Wednesday 24th July 10am – 12.30pm
The Old Kirk & Muirhouse Parish Church
Ruby Wax: How to be Human
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
18-24 August, 16.00
Pleasance Courtyard, 60 Pleasance, EH8 9TJ
Tickets £16 (£15 concessions)/ £18 (£16 concessions)
https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/ruby-wax-how-be-human/performances / www.rubywax.net
Based on her bestselling book, Ruby’s new show How to Be Human answers every question you’ve ever had about evolution, thoughts, emotions, the body, addictions, relationships, sex, kids, the future and compassion.
Outrageously witty and smart, blending brilliant comedy and insightful life lessons, How to Be Human is the show you need to help you upgrade your mind as much as you’ve upgraded your iPhone.
Two major initiatives launch today to combat online scam adverts as a direct result of a campaigning defamation lawsuit by Martin Lewis.
On 23 January 2019, he agreed to settle his case out of court, in return for Facebook making a binding commitment to donate £3m to set up a new anti-scams initiative, and create a scam ads reporting tool, unique to Facebook in the UK. Continue reading Martin Lewis, Citizens Advice and Facebook launch major initiatives to fight scam ads
Homebuyers in Edinburgh are set to be spoiled for choice this summer as Scottish regeneration firm Urban Union launches the next phase of its popular Pennywell Living development in Muirhouse. Continue reading New homes for sale at Pennywell Living
New figures show that the average parents in Scotland now pay for one week of holiday childcare is £123 – more than double the price they pay for after-school clubs during term time. Continue reading Scottish families face holiday childcare bill of over £700
Isolated older people in Edinburgh, young people with autism in East Dunbartonshire and families affected by domestic abuse in Aberdeenshire are amongst those benefiting from a £2 million National Lottery funding boost announced today. Continue reading £2 million Lottery boost to help Scots communities thrive
Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault and robbery on Calder Road. Continue reading Police seek spotty Scot following Calder Road assault and robbery
