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Ardrossan Harbour Upgrade Stalled Amid Funding Dispute

Due to funding disputes between Peel Ports, Transport Scotland, and North Ayrshire Council, the Ardrossan harbor upgrade is delayed, leaving Arran with limited ferry access for two months and jeopardizing its economy.

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£100 Million Spent Repairing Scotland's Aging Ferry Fleet

Almost £100 million has been spent on repairs for eight of Scotland's largest publicly owned ferries over the past decade, adding to the controversy surrounding the country's ferry fiasco and causing major transport disruption. The MV Caledonian Isles alone cost over £22 million to repair.

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Young Nurse's MND Diagnosis Highlights Need for Research

Sheree Gregg, a 28-year-old Inverness nurse, received a young-onset MND diagnosis after experiencing symptoms affecting her guitar playing; despite this, she graduated with honors and finds solace in horse-riding, actively supporting the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation's fundraising efforts.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Historic Turner Watercolor Exchange Marks 250th Anniversary

In a historic exchange marking the 250th anniversary of Turner's birth, 38 watercolors from the Vaughan Bequest will be displayed in Edinburgh from the Dublin collection for the first time, while the Scottish collection will be exhibited in Ireland, fulfilling the collector's conditions for display.

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Scots Honored in 2024 New Year Honours

The 2024 New Year Honours list includes broadcaster Jackie Bird (MBE), footballer Alan Hansen (MBE), and swimmer Duncan Scott (OBE) among other Scots, recognizing their outstanding contributions to broadcasting, football, and swimming; other awardees include charity fundraisers, healthcare workers, ...

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Reduced Inequality
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2,562 Assaults on Scottish Prison Staff in a Decade Spark Violence Concerns

In Scotland, over 2,562 assaults on prison staff have been reported in the last decade, including 365 at Barlinnie since 2015/16, prompting concerns about escalating violence and calls for improved staff support and resource allocation; early prisoner releases are a temporary measure aiming to addre...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Widespread Snow and Ice Warnings Issued for Scotland

Scotland faces a significant weather disruption as snow and ice warnings blanket much of the country from Sunday morning until Monday morning, with up to 15cm of snow predicted in higher areas of the Borders, leading to football match cancellations and potential power outages.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Scottish Curler Switches Allegiance to England

Callum McLain, a 19-year-old Scottish curler, switched to representing England after his English grandfather's deathbed wish, and reached the World Junior B Championships quarter-finals in Finland.

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Isla Dawn Wins WWE Tag Team Title in Glasgow

WWE wrestler Isla Dawn, alongside Alba Fyre, won the tag team titles at Clash at the Castle in Glasgow in June 2024, a victory made special by her family's presence and subsequent Netflix broadcast deal.

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Gender Equality
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Scotland's Rejected £6 Billion Maglev Train Plan

The Scottish cabinet considered a £6 billion Maglev train between Glasgow and Edinburgh in 2009, but rejected it due to lack of funding and integration issues with existing transport networks, despite its technological feasibility.

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Scotland's Rail Network Vulnerable to Cyberattacks Amidst Digital Transition

Network Rail in Scotland faces significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities due to its insufficient preparedness for the transition to digital signaling, raising concerns about potential disruptions and financial losses, as evidenced by a recent cyberattack and the TfL incident.

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Galloway Distillery Plans Major Expansion to Boost Production and Employment

The Crafty Distillery in Galloway, Scotland, with a current annual turnover of £1.1 million, plans to expand its facilities to increase production from 10,000 to 100,000 liters of whisky and double white spirit production, aiming for £2.2 million turnover within a few years by leveraging local inves...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth

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