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Data Shows Four Homeless Deaths Weekly in Scotland in 2024

New data from Scotland's National Records shows an estimated 231 homeless deaths in 2024, mostly from external causes, with calls for political action to end homelessness by 2040.

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Scottish Government to Award Ferguson Shipyard Four Vessel Contracts

The Scottish government plans to directly award Ferguson shipyard contracts for four vessels, including two small ferries, a research vessel, and a protection vessel, while the MV Lord of the Isles contract will be competitively tendered.

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Criw o Wynedd yn sownd dramor yn India oherwydd gwrthdaro'r Dwyrain Canol

Mae criw o elusen GISDA o Wynedd yn wynebu anawsterau wrth geisio dychwelyd o India oherwydd gwrthdaro yn y Dwyrain Canol sy'n arwain at ganslo hediadau a chau meysydd awyr.

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Scottish Family in Qatar Shelters Children During US-Israel Iran Conflict

A Scottish couple in Qatar sheltered their children during US-Israel airstrikes on Iran, initially describing missile sounds as thunder. They later explained the conflict to their young children, expressing hope for a swift end to the war amid escalating regional tensions.

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Man Stabbed and Woman Injured Near Birmingham Primary School

A man was stabbed and a woman injured near a Birmingham primary school. A 32-year-old man was arrested, and police are reviewing CCTV footage. Emergency services provided advanced life support to the man and treated the woman for less serious injuries.

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Rapper Ghetts Sentenced to 12 Years for Fatal Hit-and-Run in London

Rapper Ghetts, real name Justin Clarke-Samuel, has been jailed for 12 years after admitting to causing the death of 20-year-old Yubin Tamang in a hit-and-run in Ilford, London. Clarke-Samuel was driving over the speed limit and over the legal alcohol limit at the time.

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Scottish Government to Acquire Ardrossan Harbour for Public Ownership

The Scottish government will finalise the purchase of Ardrossan harbour this month to accommodate larger CalMac ferries, ensuring continued ferry services to Arran with plans for harbour redevelopment.

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UK Weighs Deploying Royal Navy Warship to Boost Cyprus Base Security

The UK is considering sending HMS Duncan, a Type 45 Destroyer, to Cyprus to bolster air defences at RAF Akrotiri following a drone attack and amid regional tensions. France is also deploying air defence systems to the area.

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Northern Ireland Executive to Get Extra £380m for Public Services in Spring Statement

The Northern Ireland Executive will receive an additional £380m over three years for public services, alongside £10m for infrastructure, as announced in the Chancellor's Spring Statement. Budget negotiations continue amid calls for long-term fiscal stability.

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Rayner Calls for Stronger Regulation of Leasehold Managing Agents

Angela Rayner urges stronger regulation of managing agents in leasehold reforms, praising draft legislation but calling for an independent regulator and greater transparency on service charges.

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Incoming Presbyterian Moderator Addresses Use of NDAs Amid Safeguarding Probe

Rev Richard Kerr, incoming Presbyterian Church moderator, addresses safeguarding failings and the use of NDAs amid ongoing PSNI and Charity Commission investigations.

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Jeremy Bowen: Uncertainty Reigns Three Days Into US-Israel-Iran Conflict

Three days into the US-Israel-Iran conflict, uncertainty prevails as the war escalates regionally. Leaders Trump and Netanyahu outline divergent victory visions, while Iran's regime braces for survival amid intense military strikes and political challenges.

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