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Soaring Child Dental Extractions in Scotland Create Hospital Backlog

The number of Scottish children needing hospital dental extractions has risen sharply in recent years, creating a significant backlog, with some children waiting over a year for treatment due to capacity issues and inequalities in access to care.

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Loch Lomond Resort Approved Despite Opposition

The Scottish government approved Flamingo Land's £40 million Lomond Banks resort at Loch Lomond, overturning the national park authority's rejection despite widespread opposition and environmental concerns, contingent on a legally binding agreement to mitigate negative impacts.

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Son Admits Culpable Homicide of Mother in Peterhead Stabbing

Jonathon Divers (32) admitted to the culpable homicide of his mother, Elizabeth Watson (58), stabbing her at least 40 times in their Peterhead home in June 2023 after she asked him to leave; his plea was accepted due to diminished responsibility stemming from learning difficulties and potential alco...

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Assisted Dying Bill Sparks Concerns Over Vulnerable Populations in Scotland

Professor June Andrews, a geriatric care expert, strongly criticizes Scotland's recently approved Assisted Dying Bill, warning of its potential to endanger vulnerable populations due to insufficient palliative care and support for carers, citing concerns about coercion and expansion beyond its initi...

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Rapist Jailed for 10 Years Using Deceased Victim's Testimony

Steven Connery, 41, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for repeatedly raping and sexually assaulting two women in the Forth Valley and Tayside areas; the conviction relied partly on the testimony of a deceased victim.

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Slam Celebrates 35 Years, Underscores Dance Music's Unifying Power

Scottish electronic music duo Slam celebrated 35 years, performing an all-night set at Glasgow's Platform venue, their original space, releasing their new album "Dark Channel" which reflects on the current divided world, highlighting the dance floor as a unifying space.

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Unsanctioned Celtic Title Party Draws Large Crowd in Glasgow Despite Club's Appeal

Despite Celtic's appeal against it due to safety concerns, thousands of fans gathered in Glasgow for an unofficial title party after their 1-1 draw with St Mirren, resulting in the removal of bus shelters and a large police presence; previous similar events caused significant disruption and costs.

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£100 Million Spent on Spin Doctors in Scotland Amidst NHS Crisis

Over three years, Scotland's public sector spent more than £100 million on 642 spin doctors, while simultaneously raising taxes and imposing cuts amidst an NHS crisis; the Scottish Government's share was £11.97 million.

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Kirkcudbright Bridge to Reopen with Restrictions

After a safety inspection on March 21st, the Kirkcudbright Bridge in Scotland closed, splitting the town; it will reopen for cars and small vans with restrictions on or before July 2nd, while a new bridge is planned.

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Assisted Dying Bill Passes First Vote in Scottish Parliament

Orkney MSP Liam McArthur's assisted dying bill passed its first vote in the Scottish Parliament by 70 to 56, following previous unsuccessful attempts in 2010 and 2015, reflecting a potential shift in public and parliamentary opinion on end-of-life choices.

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Scottish Parliament Backs Assisted Dying Bill

The Scottish Parliament's initial vote in favor of assisted dying legislation passed by 70 to 56, marking a substantial shift in political opinion, although the bill needs amendments and still may not become law; MSPs shared deeply personal experiences during impassioned but respectful debate.

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Scotland Passes Assisted Dying Bill's First Vote

The Scottish Parliament's Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill passed its initial vote (70-56), allowing terminally ill, mentally competent adults to seek medical help to end their lives under strict conditions, pending further parliamentary stages.

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