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Glasgow patients face 100-mile trips for surgery

Scottish health board confirms controversial plan to transfer general surgery from Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital to Edinburgh, sparking patient welfare concerns.

NC500 winter road closure forces 80-mile diversion

Motorists planning to drive Scotland's famous North Coast 500 this winter face a massive 80-mile diversion as a vital section near Lochcarron closes for essential landslide protection works from October to December.

Labour's NHS Reforms: Visionary or Vague?

As the Labour government unveils sweeping NHS reforms, experts and insiders question the lack of a concrete delivery plan. This analysis examines the funding, staffing, and logistical challenges threatening to derail the ambitious health service overhaul.

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.

SNP climate policies risk £700m annual black hole

A bombshell report reveals the staggering £700 million per year cost of the SNP's net-zero climate policies, posing a severe risk to Scotland's public finances with no clear funding plan.

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.

Scotland stun England to deny Red Roses Grand Slam

Scotland pull off a monumental 20-18 upset against the previously unbeaten England, securing their first win over the Red Roses in a decade and denying them a Grand Slam in a dramatic TikTok Women's Six Nations climax.

UK's Plockton Named World's Most Beautiful Village

Discover the stunning Scottish village of Plockton, crowned one of the planet's most beautiful destinations. With its palm trees, tranquil loch views and dramatic Highland scenery, it's a must-visit hidden gem.

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.

Cancer Research UK Demands Urgent NHS Funding Boost

Cancer Research UK issues a stark warning to the government, calling for immediate investment in NHS staff and equipment to tackle record-high cancer waiting times in England and prevent a future surge in avoidable deaths.

NHS Fat Cats: Failing Hospital CEOs Outearn Prime Minister

Exclusive investigation reveals hospital bosses at England's worst-performing NHS trusts are receiving staggering salaries and bonuses, with some earning over £200,000 annually despite catastrophic failings in patient care and safety standards.

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