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Trump's Scotland Visit: Police Resource Concerns Amidst £5 Million Cost Estimate

Donald Trump's anticipated visit to his Aberdeenshire golf resort later this month necessitates a major Police Scotland operation, raising concerns about resource sufficiency, financial costs (estimated over £5 million), and potential impact on public safety, despite assurances from Deputy Chief Con...

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Scout Volunteer Guilty of Sexual Assault at International Event

A 29-year-old volunteer, Jack MacLean, sexually assaulted a 21-year-old female volunteer at the 2024 Blair Atholl Jamborette in Perthshire, Scotland on July 17th and 18th, first at a pub then in her tent, prompting her to secretly text a friend for help; he was found guilty and sentenced to communit...

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Ferguson Marine Wins Royal Navy Warship Contract

Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow, Scotland, signed a contract with BAE Systems to build three sections of the Royal Navy's HMS Birmingham frigate, securing work for its 300 employees after concerns about the yard's future following delays in CalMac ferry projects and despite past cost overru...

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Fort William to Get 18-Month Traffic Congestion Plan

AECOM and Stantec will spend 18 months creating a transport plan for Fort William to ease congestion on the A82, a major road through the town, following complaints from residents, businesses, and emergency services about delays caused by gridlock.

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Galloway Hoard: Largest Viking Treasure Unearthed

In 2014, metal detectorist Derek McLennan unearthed the Galloway hoard, the UK and Ireland's most significant Viking-age treasure, near Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland; it's now on display in Adelaide, Australia, and includes gold, silver, textiles, and other objects.

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Scotland to Repatriate Foreign Criminals to Ease Prison Overcrowding

The Scottish government now backs sending foreign criminals back to their home countries to ease Scotland's prison overcrowding crisis; around 679 foreign-born inmates are currently held in Scotland, contributing to "unprecedented pressure" on the system; the government also supports an EU-wide pris...

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UK Rejects Zonal Pricing for Scottish Electricity

The UK government rejected a proposal for zonal electricity pricing in Scotland, prioritizing nationwide grid improvements and renewable energy expansion instead, delaying lower electricity bills for Scottish consumers and potentially impacting industrial relocation decisions.

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Sunak Hints at Tax Increases Amidst Tense PMQs and Planned Trump Visit to Scotland

During a tense PMQs session, Chancellor Reeves showed signs of stress while Prime Minister Sunak hinted at future tax increases, and a heated exchange between Keir Starmer and Nigel Farage occurred, reflecting deeper political divisions. Separate plans are underway for a potential visit to Scotland ...

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Police Search for Firearm in 2016 Glasgow Murder

Police in Scotland are searching for a firearm linked to the 2016 murder of Euan Johnston, a 26-year-old man shot twice in the head in Glasgow. The search is taking place in Oban, and investigators believe more than one person was involved in the killing.

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Paramedic Jailed for 10 Years After Causing Girlfriend's Miscarriage with Abortion Drug

A Scottish paramedic, Stephen Doohan, was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for secretly giving his pregnant girlfriend abortion pills during sex in March 2023, causing a miscarriage and significant psychological harm; the woman reported him in May 2023.

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SkiffieWorlds 2025: Record-breaking Rowing Championship in Stranraer

Over 2,000 rowers from 79 international clubs will compete in the SkiffieWorlds championship in Stranraer, Scotland, from October 27th to November 2nd, 2025, using community-built St Ayles skiffs, aiming to surpass the £4 million economic impact of the 2019 event.

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Scientist Murdered in Dundee: 20-Year-Old Charged

Dr. Fortune Gomo, a 39-year-old scientist, was murdered in Dundee, Scotland, on Saturday afternoon; a 20-year-old suspect is in custody and will appear in court on Monday. Police say there is no wider risk to the public.

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