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Mould alert over damp wall panels at new Aberdeen hospital
Plasterboard and insulation at the Baird Family Hospital and Anchor Project have been stripped out after they were allowed to get wet.
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Woman's death at block of flats being treated as murder
Police have launched a murder investigation into the death of Joanne Newlands at a flat in Knightswood.
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Sir Chris Hoy says terminal cancer diagnosis taught him how to live
The six times Olympic cycling champion says a "bucket list" is less important than learning to appreciate special small things "in the moment".
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Concern over high number of women on remand at HMP Stirling
HMP Stirling's deputy governor says soaring numbers of inmates on remand are hampering rehabilitation.
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I caught meningitis at university - we were lucky there was no outbreak
Ross Simpson, 21, was in his first year at the University of Glasgow in January 2023 when he caught meningitis B.
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Reform vows to cut Scottish income tax below UK rate
Nigel Farage's party has launched a manifesto and unveiled its candidates for the Holyrood election.
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Primary pupils 'excited' to take their robot to world championships
The five pupils from Strichen Primary, aged 10 and 11, were crowned UK champions in February.
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Catholic priest sexually assaulted man at his church home after night out
Father Stephen Baillie of St Joseph's Church in Clarkston abused his victim who was "heavily intoxicated and unable to consent".
News Headlines
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Huge queues for meningitis B jabs as vaccination scheme expanded
Some queueing for vaccines at the University of Kent were turned away on Thursday.
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Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
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Reports of children as young as 11 abused in West Midlands mini-marts, BBC reveals
Child sexual abuse reports go back 10 years and were seen by safeguarding group which included police
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Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps
The government says it will step in to clean up some of the biggest illegal rubbish tips in England.
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Labour MPs threaten vote to show opposition to Mahmood's migration plans
Opponents are considering using parliamentary procedure to force a vote to highlight their concerns.
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The Salt Path author wrote secret first book despite claiming she was debut writer
Raynor and Moth Winn published a book they hoped would help get them out of debt, the BBC confirms.
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Tailgating at matches to become criminal offence
Entering a football match in England and Wales without a ticket will become a criminal offence under new laws.
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Woman who lost five family members in drowning tragedy wants surviving daughter to 'live life'
Rionaghac McGrotty was four months old when she was rescued from a car that slid off a pier after a day at the seaside.
Entertainment News
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BTS Arirang review: K-pop idols rekindle their fire
The band's 10th album sees them return to the rebellious, rap-heavy sound of their early days.
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Traitors, Amandaland - and Idris Elba - get set for Comic Relief
The charity telethon takes place on Friday night and will be hosted by Davina McCall.
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UK's most popular tourist attraction for 2025 takes top spot from British Museum
The venue broke the record for the most visitors to any museum or gallery in a single year.
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US broadcaster pulls The Bachelorette after domestic abuse allegations
The decision comes after footage emerged appearing to show the reality star in an altercation with her ex-partner.
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The Salt Path author wrote secret first book despite claiming she was debut writer
Raynor and Moth Winn published a book they hoped would help get them out of debt, the BBC confirms.
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Hospital order for man who stalked Myleene Klass
Peter Windsor is sentenced after sending items including an air pistol to Klass and another presenter.
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Kevin Spacey and accusers settle before civil trial
The actor agrees an out-of-court settlement with three men who accused him of sexual assault.
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'Blessed' Wonder Stuff announce anniversary tour
Band members say they will be performing the hits for fans later this year.
Local News
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Perth & Kinross Council confirm budget for 2026/27
Perth & Kinross Council have agreed a budget for 2026/27, which includes an 8.9% Council Tax increase.
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Overnight lane closures on the M90
Overnight lane closures will be in place on the M90 near Balmanno Hill, north of Glenfarg, from Monday, 2nd March.
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Perth City Centre junction to reopen after Scott Street fire
The junction of Scott Street and South Street will reopen on Monday, 23rd February after the Scott Street fire in Perth City Centre on the 14th June, 2025.
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Bridge closure scheduled between Aberfeldy and Kenmore
The Taymouth Burn Bridge on the A827 will be closed between 9.30am and 3.30pm on Wednesday, 4th February.
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St Johnstone sign hat-trick of new forwards during January transfer window
Signings include Josh Fowler, Ruari Paton and Alfie Agyeman.
Traffic & Travel
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Overnight lane closures on the M90
Overnight lane closures will be in place on the M90 near Balmanno Hill, north of Glenfarg, from Monday, 2nd March.
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Bridge closure scheduled between Aberfeldy and Kenmore
The Taymouth Burn Bridge on the A827 will be closed between 9.30am and 3.30pm on Wednesday, 4th February.
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Perth City Centre junction to reopen after Scott Street fire
The junction of Scott Street and South Street will reopen on Monday, 23rd February after the Scott Street fire in Perth City Centre on the 14th June, 2025.
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Overnight road closures scheduled between Crieff and Comrie
The A85 between Crieff and Comrie will be subject to overnight closures from Thursday, 29th January to Tuesday, 3rd February.
Station Updates
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Perthshire radio presenter wins national award
Lewis Ness, a local radio presenter with Heartland FM, has been included in The Radio Academy ‘30 Under 30’,

