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Police response to HMICS report on call handling
Assistant Chief Constable John Hawkins has welcomed the update on the HMICS Independent Assurance Review of Police Scotland’s Call Handling.
ACC John Hawkins said: “HMICS recognition of the...
HMICS publish update report on Police Scotland call handling
Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary Scotland HMICS has published an update report, a year after its Independent Assurance Review of Call Handling in Police...
Edinburgh Napier gets major funding to teach digital skills
Edinburgh Napier's School of Computing has received funding of more than £1million from Skills Development Scotland (SDS).
This will allow them to develop two new...
Heady mix as beer tour company expand portfolio
An Edinburgh-based company is expanding to include cask ale walking and progressive tasting tours to increase a portfolio of experiences highlighting local makers and small...
Government reveals Scotland’s Baby Box designs
The final six designs for Scotland's Baby Box were revealed by the Minister for Childcare and Early Years, Mark McDonald in Dundee yesterday.
The shortlist...
Lorraine backs Cancer Research UK’s campaign on obesity
Lorraine Rosie was at Holyrood to support Cancer Research UK's Scale Down Cancer campaign to demand action on obesity.
The 55 year-old mum lost 5...
Tattooed man sought following Rose Street robbery
Police are appealing for witnesses after a robbery at a shop in Rose Street which took pace around 6.30pm last night.
A man brandishing a knife...
Witness appeal following attempted robbery in Corstorphine
Police are appealing for information after an attempted robbery in Corstorphine which took place around 5.45pm on Monday.
A 43-year-old woman was walking westwards along...
Supreme Court throw out appeal by UK Government
It was businesswoman Gina Miller brought the action against the UK Government to demand that the government would have to get approval of parliament before...
Oxgangs Primary given an overall thumbs up by Education Scotland
Oxgangs Primary School and their Nursery class were inspected by Education Scotland in November last year, when they gathered evidence on the way the school...
Celebrate Robert Burns in Red Red Rose Street
A new festival has hit the streets this week - or Rose Street to be precise.
Unique Events are behind the latest music and poetry...
The Steading – good pub grub and an ideal meeting place
The Steading sits in the shadow of Edinburgh's ski slope on the outskirts of the city and is conveniently located just off the by-pass...
Dining out – Scottish twist for Curry Club launch
Tommy Miah’s Raj restaurant launches a Curry Club on February 2 by taking a leaf out of one of Scotland's favourite cartoon families, The...
Dr Bell’s launches huge fundraising appeal #BackDrBells
No fewer than three MSPs and one former MSP attended the launch of a fundraising appeal earlier today in Leith, emphasising the importance of...
Rugby legend Iain Milne to shed weight for charity
Iain Milne, Scotland's prop and a member of the 1984 Grand Slam team, is to take steps this year to lose weight. But 'The...
Police encourage potential recruits from black and minority ethnic backgrounds
Police Scotland has launched a new programme to encourage potential officers from black and minority ethnic (BME) backgrounds to consider a career in policing.
Now...
Lothians MSP encourages local charities to apply for funding
Miles Briggs, Lothian Tory MSP, is encouraging local charities to apply for the latest funding round of the People’s Postcode Lottery.
The latest funding round...
More people using the trams in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Trams report today that more passengers have used their services with figures released that show a 10% growth year on year.
5.6 million passenger journeys...
Trump protesters use Edinburgh bridges to get message across
Following the inauguration of the 45th US President on Friday protesters took to the city's North Bridge to publicise their message against Donald Trump's appointment.
The group...
Three domestic rabbits dumped near farm in Gorebridge
The Scottish SPCA is appealing for information after three domestic rabbits were dumped near a farm.
Scotland’s animal welfare charity was called out to a...
Police hunt gang of teenagers following “cowardly attack” in Silverknowes
Police are appealing for information following an assault and robbery in Silverknowes Road East.
The incident happened about 8.30pm on Thursday 19th January.
Three 14-year-old boys...
Hibs to face Hearts or Raith Rovers in the William Hill Scottish Cup 5th...
Holders Hibernian will face Hearts or Raith Rovers away from home in the 5th round of the William Hill Scottish Cup.
Neil Lennon's men qualified for the...
Neil Lennon praises the attitude of his players during victory over Bonnyrigg Rose
Head Coach Neil Lennon was delighted with the application of his players during yesterday's emphatic 8-1 victory over Bonnyrigg Rose at Tynecastle, particularly in the second...
Womens’ basketball – Pride looking for early lift against Mystics
Caledonia Pride take to the court today (Sunday, 1pm) at The Oriam, Ricarton, looking to start in top gear.
They were certainly fired-up the last...
Midlothian police warn residents of phone scam
Police in Midlothian are warning residents of a particular type of phone scam after an elderly couple were conned out of a four-figure sum...
Lewis Stevenson admits that he has to work on his goal celebrations
Hibs' longest serving player Lewis Stevenson scored his seventh goal for the club in yesterday's 8-1 victory over Bonnyrigg Rose at Tynecastle yesterday then...
Eight charged during police week of action in West Lothian
Police have charged eight people this week in connection with the recovery of large amounts of cannabis, amphetamine, diazepam and heroin from addresses in...
Hibs begin defence of Scottish Cup with comprehensive 8-1 victory over Bonnyrigg Rose
Hibs began their defence of the Scottish Cup with a comprehensive 8-1 victory over Bonnyrigg Rose at Tynecastle this afternoon.
Neil Lennon made five changes to the...
Women’s March on Edinburgh 21 January 2017
Women across the world are taking to the streets today wearing pink hats with 'pussy' ears on them to make a stand for their...
Neil Lennon determined to retain the Scottish Cup for Hibs
Hibs' Head Coach Neil Lennon is determined to retain the Scottish Cup, starting with Bonnyrigg Rose at Tynecastle this afternoon.
Lennon believes that last season's...
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