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Marra claims Scottish government 'hoarding power' in conference speech
The new Scottish Labour leader addressed the UK party conference in Liverpool a week after being elected.
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Health board - situation is 'improving' after critical incident declaration
NHS Grampian say A&E and care services in Aberdeen and Elgin have come under significant strain ahead of a local holiday.
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Domestic abuse workers face £11k pay cut under new council scheme
Staff are concerned the cuts will put vulnerable women using council services at further risk.
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Wheelchair users hit by shortage of accessible taxis
The high cost of buying and maintaining accessible taxis is impacting on wheelchair users.
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From turgid to thrusting - mixed start for new Scotland
BBC Sport Scotland's Tom English reviews a mixed start to life as Scotland head coach for Sebastien Pocognoli as his side open their Nations League campaign with a goalless draw in Slovenia.
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New Barrhead railway station welcomes first passengers
The £18.3m Balgray station will connect people in the town with Glasgow city centre.
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'More will turn up' - Work by Scottish artists unearthed for homecoming exhibition
Robert Colquhoun and Robert MacBryde were among the most celebrated figures in British art.
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Man charged with attempted murder after cyclist hit by car
A 37-year-old man is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court after the cyclist had to be taken to hospital.
News Headlines
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What we know about RAF base counter-terror investigation
Five men have been arrested as counter-terror police lead an investigation into a major incident near the airbase.
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Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England
The prime minister told the BBC that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare".
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Orange Order march row goes to heart of ongoing divisions in Northern Ireland
The dispute over the controversial parade is a reminder that the peace process is not over.
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Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation.
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No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel
The Republic of Ireland and Israel players do not shake hands with each other before Sunday's controversial Uefa Nations League game in Hungary.
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England win series as Banton delivers on potential
Tom Banton delivers on all of his potential by crashing a brilliant first international century as England wrapped up their summer with an ODI series win over Sri Lanka.
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Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence.
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Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling
It has taken more than two years, but a judgement finally appears to have been made on the 115 charges levelled against Manchester City. Here's what it means.
Entertainment News
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Celebrity Traitors 2 cast: Who are this year's 'big dogs' and dark horses?
The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity.
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Some BBC channels and radio stations may well have to close, director general says
The BBC's financial situation "may well mean" some channels and stations close, Matt Brittin says.
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Ed Sheeran's next US concerts cancelled due to storm warning
The star's concerts in Massachusetts on Friday and Saturday are cancelled after severe weather warnings.
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Jay-Z rape accuser says her allegation was false
A woman who accused Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 now says she has never met the rap superstar.
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U2 celebrate 50th anniversary at the school where they formed
The rock band go back to their roots, playing a gig in the Dublin playground where they first met.
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Radio 2 presenter to take on 'greatest ever distance' in Children in Need challenge
Owain Wyn Evans will cycle almost 400 miles, setting off from Glasgow and finishing in Cardiff.
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Ex-GTA developer's studio faces closure after debut game flopped
Build A Rocket Boy, founded by Leslie Benzies, has gone into administration after its debut game flopped.
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Liam Neeson involved in new movie revealing story behind Tuam babies
The Lost Children of Tuam, co-produced by Liam Neeson, is now in cinemas.

