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NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts

Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.

Senior Doctors Issue Dire NHS Collapse Warning

Exclusive: The Royal College of Physicians delivers a stark warning to the UK government, stating the NHS is at breaking point and requires urgent intervention to prevent systemic collapse.

NHS Hospital League Tables Will "Harm, Not Heal"

A damning new report warns that government plans to rank NHS hospitals in competitive 'league tables' will cripple collaboration, demoralise staff, and ultimately harm patient care across the UK.

Scottish Highlands' new 'tourist tax' for NC500 drivers

A controversial new charge for tourist drivers on single-track roads in the Scottish Highlands has been introduced. Dubbed a 'tourist tax', the 'Safe Parking Scheme' aims to tackle congestion and support local communities, but has sparked a heated debate

NHS Crisis: Record 7.6M on Waiting Lists as A&E Waits Soar

Exclusive analysis reveals the NHS is grappling with its most severe crisis as waiting lists soar to a record high and A&E performance plummets to its lowest level. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm' threatening patient care.

Sussex NHS Trust Placed Under 'Enhanced Support' Amid Crisis

The NHS Sussex integrated care board has been escalated to 'tier 2' oversight following a review that uncovered significant failings in its leadership and culture, raising serious concerns for health services across Brighton and East Sussex.

Trump Demands Apology from Scotland's First Minister

Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, demanding a formal apology over critical remarks about his character. The explosive intervention threatens to strain US-Scottish relations and casts

NHS is 'broken' says Labour's Wes Streeting

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers a blistering assessment of the NHS, branding it 'broken' and vowing a fundamental transformation to prioritise patient care and efficiency if Labour wins the next election.

Steve Clarke's rallying cry to Scotland squad

Scotland manager Steve Clarke urges his squad to build on their 'promising' unbeaten start to the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, with a crucial double-header against Portugal and Croatia looming in the UEFA Nations League.

Scotland overcome Belarus 2-0 in Nations League

Steve Clarke's Scotland side emerged with a hard-fought 2-0 win over a physical Belarus team. Discover our full player ratings and analysis from a match that saw a lucky escape from a dangerous tackle.

Ben Doak inspires Scotland to 4-1 friendly win over USA

Liverpool's teenage sensation Ben Doak came off the bench to inspire Scotland to a dramatic 4-1 friendly win against the United States, providing a massive boost for Steve Clarke's side ahead of their Euro 2024 campaign.

Scotland unfazed by eerie Belarus atmosphere in qualifier

Steve Clarke insists his Scotland squad will not be intimidated by the surreal, fan-free stadium in Hungary as they prepare to face a stubborn Belarus side in a pivotal Euro 2024 qualifier. Get the latest team news and tactical insight.

Scotland's World Cup Dream Dashed in Belarus Defeat

Steve Clarke's Scotland suffer a catastrophic 1-0 defeat to Belarus in a fiery World Cup qualifier, leaving their 2026 campaign in serious jeopardy after a night of frustration and missed chances.

Steve Clarke: Scotland must rediscover their 'nasty streak'

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has issued a rallying cry to his players, urging them to get 'nasty' and rediscover their aggressive edge as they prepare to launch their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign against Poland in a must-win friendly.

Scotland's £84m Dental Crisis as Emergency Demand Soars

Scotland faces a mounting dental health emergency, with NHS spending on urgent treatments soaring to £84 million. Discover the crisis leaving patients in pain and the growing 'dental deserts' across the nation.

NHS Strike Escalation Threat Over Outsourcing Plans

Exclusive: The UK government faces imminent NHS strike escalation as unions vow to combat plans replacing striking staff with outsourced workers, potentially prolonging the largest walkout in health service history.

Scotland's World Cup Dream Ended by Denmark Defeat

Scotland's hopes for automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup were extinguished after a crushing 2-0 defeat to a dominant Denmark side at a rain-swept Hampden Park. Read the full match report and analysis.

Edinburgh Hospital Lockdown After Chemical Incident

A major emergency response is underway at Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary after a suspected chemical incident. Patients and staff were evacuated as specialist hazardous area teams rushed to the scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.

Scotland's NHS Crisis: Swinney Faces Mounting Pressure

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney is under intense scrutiny as the nation's NHS faces a deepening crisis, with soaring waiting times and critical reports highlighting systemic failures in patient care.

Deadly New Opioid Fuels Scotland's Drug Death Crisis

A powerful synthetic opioid, up to 500 times stronger than heroin, is devastating communities across Scotland. Public Health Scotland issues an urgent warning as drug-related fatalities hit a new high.

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