Castle Spa Plans Before Nursery Axed Parents
Exclusive: Crossbasket Castle owners discussed luxury spa development months before announcing nursery closure, leaving 100+ children without childcare and 30 staff jobless.
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Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn
Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.
Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings
Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.
Rangers and Celtic clash over VAR and refereeing standards
Explosive fallout as Rangers and Celtic clash over refereeing standards after dramatic League Cup semi-final, with VAR at the centre of the storm.
Scottish Government blocks Dundee University £20.3M bailout
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
St Mirren's steel proves substance beats sexy football
Discover how St Mirren FC is redefining success in Scottish football with their gritty, determined approach that proves substance often trumps style in the beautiful game.
Childcare funding crisis looms as pandemic support ends
Millions of British families face soaring childcare costs as emergency government funding introduced during COVID-19 is scheduled to end next year, threatening the stability of nurseries and childcare providers nationwide.
Toddler dies at Darwin childcare centre - investigation launched
Northern Territory authorities launch urgent investigation after 18-month-old Ebony Thompson dies suddenly at a Darwin childcare facility, leaving family and community devastated.
ABC Childcare Abuse Scandal: Police Launch Major Probe
Shocking allegations of child abuse at ABC Childcare centres spark nationwide police investigation. Exclusive details reveal disturbing patterns and systemic failures in safeguarding vulnerable children.
SNP leadership crisis as John Swinney faces internal rebellion
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures challenge John Swinney's leadership as party faces critical questions about independence strategy and policy direction amid growing internal tensions.
Swinney rules out Scottish income tax increases
SNP leader John Swinney makes significant commitment to Scottish taxpayers, pledging no further income tax increases while challenging Labour's economic plans ahead of Westminster election.
Two-week half-term childcare costs squeeze English parents
Parents across England face unprecedented financial pressure as two-week autumn half-term holidays create childcare nightmares and expose the true cost of school breaks.
Victoria childcare abuse allegations surge 50%
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in serious incidents reported across Victoria's childcare centres, with allegations of violence, abuse and neglect rising by nearly 50% in just one year.
Rodgers: Falkirk Not Ready for Scottish Premiership
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has emphatically dismissed Falkirk's chances of competing in the Scottish Premiership, questioning their quality despite their League One dominance.
SNP accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt
Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.
Scottish Tax Gap Crisis: Business Leaders Sound Alarm
Industry experts warn Scotland's tax competitiveness is at risk as the revenue gap with the rest of the UK fails to narrow, despite temporary relief measures for businesses facing new tariffs.
Ronnie Sim: Scottish Political Titan Dies at 86
The political world mourns Ronnie Sim, the formidable Scottish Labour politician whose strategic brilliance and unwavering principles shaped modern Scottish politics and the devolution settlement.
Poland's Baby Bust: Why Birth Rates Are Plummeting
Poland faces a demographic emergency as birth rates plummet to record lows. Discover the economic pressures, changing social values, and political failures driving this silent crisis that threatens the nation's future.
Scottish Labour: NHS Will Never Be Sold Off
Anas Sarwar makes bold commitment to protect Scotland's NHS from privatisation, drawing clear dividing lines with political opponents ahead of crucial elections.
Toddler escapes Sydney daycare, found wandering streets
Shocking safety breach at Little Zak's Doonside as three-year-old boy escapes unsupervised, sparking urgent investigation into childcare centre protocols and staff accountability.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
Scottish Government Admits Minister Absence From Holyrood
Angela Constance admits Scottish ministers have been absent from parliament debates as opposition parties demand better accountability from the SNP government.
Nursery worker convicted of child assault in Doonside
A childcare worker at Little Zaks Academy in Doonside has been convicted of assault after CCTV captured her violently handling a young child, sparking outrage and raising serious safeguarding concerns.
Jeremy Corbyn eyes Scottish Parliament comeback
Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn is reportedly considering a dramatic return to frontline politics by standing for election to the Scottish Parliament, with Green co-leader Patrick Harvie suggesting the former Labour leader could be a 'formidable voice' for progr
Childcare payment trap hits thousands of UK families
Shocking new figures reveal HMRC is demanding thousands of pounds back from struggling families due to childcare payment miscalculations in the Universal Credit system.
Sydney kindergarten closed after compliance failures
Jenny's Kindergarten in Sydney's west has been shut down by regulators after multiple breaches were uncovered, leaving parents scrambling for alternative childcare arrangements.
Canberra childcare worker in paedophile abuse case
A Canberra childcare worker stands accused of horrific child sexual abuse offences against a young boy, with police revealing disturbing details of the alleged crimes that have shaken the community.
Scotland's Five-Year SNP Rule Continues as Labour Falters
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland faces five more years of nationalist rule as Starmer's Labour fails to mount effective opposition. The political stalemate continues despite growing public discontent.
Melrose Abbey: JK Rowling's Historic Scottish Inspiration
Discover the majestic ruins of Melrose Abbey in the Scottish Borders, a stunning medieval masterpiece that inspired JK Rowling and offers breathtaking views for history lovers and Harry Potter fans alike.
Murray blasts SNP's 'divisive' independence focus
New Scottish Secretary Ian Murray launches blistering attack on SNP's independence agenda, vowing to make devolution work and prioritise public services over constitutional battles.
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