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Scotland's population rockets due to migration from abroad
Oct 8, 2024 · The National Records of Scotland mid-year estimates for 2023 put the country’s population at 5,490,100 – up 43,100 from the middle of 2022. It is a 0.8% increase on the previous year and the biggest jump in one year since 1946-1947. The NRS has said the main driver behind the growth was people moving to Scotland from abroad and other parts ...
Scottish Labour win two by-elections in North Lanarkshire
Oct 11, 2024 · SCOTTISH Labour have won two by-elections in North Lanarkshire. Margaret Quigley was elected in Fortissat whilst Helena Gray was elected in Mossend and Holytown, North Lanarkshire Council confirmed after the by-elections took place on Thursday. The seats were previously held by Scottish Labour councillors Kenneth Stevenson and Frank McNally ...
Skara Brae: The Scottish village older than the Pyramids
Oct 5, 2024 · Skara Brae is part of a Unesco World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney (Image: Tripadvisor) It currently remains unknown why life at the village ended in around 2500 BCE. Some have argued that a huge sandstorm covered the houses while others remain convinced that the depopulation of the site was a gradual process.
Commonwealth Games Glasgow: Expected sports and full list of …
Sep 17, 2024 · Netball. Para powerlifting. Rugby sevens. Squash. Table tennis. Triathlon. Weightlifting. Wrestling. It is yet to be confirmed which sports will take place at the next Commonwealth Games, although Scotland has previously found success in the likes of lawn bowls and judo as well as swimming and cycling.
North Macedonia conference leader describes moment Alex …
Oct 13, 2024 · Salmond died aged 69 following a suspected heart attack after making a speech at the Cultural Diplomacy Forum in Ohrid on Saturday afternoon.. The former first minister spoke on a panel at the event which focused on "leadership, cultural bridges and legal frameworks in post conflict reconciliation".. Mark Donfried, director of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy, told the PA news agency Salmond ...
Midlothian Alpine Coaster ride: How to get tickets for it
Sep 13, 2024 · Alternatively, people can download the Midlothian Sport & Leisure app on both Google and Apple devices to make bookings. Their website adds: "Download our new sport and leisure app and select club as 'Snowsports' to book and manage your bookings." Slots are available up to seven days in advance, with it costing £7 for a single ticket and £19 ...
Scotland weather: Snow warning as maps predict icy blast
4 days ago · WEATHER maps have predicted that an Arctic blast of cold air could soon bring snow and icy temperatures to parts of Scotland. It comes as Scotland has had a largely warmer autumn so far, with temperatures starting to fall consistently in the single digits. But now, WX Charts has predicted snowfall as soon as this coming weekend (map below) with ...
ScotRail: Club 50 members can travel anywhere for £17
Oct 15, 2024 · Steps on how to join Club 50 are below: 1. Register for a My ScotRail account. 2. A Club 50 membership must be loaded to a smartcard. After registering, you’ll be taken to a page where you can order a new smartcard. You’ll then see the option to add on Club 50 to your smartcard. Choose this by ticking the box next to "Yes, please add Club ...
Lorry overturns on A77 sparking emergency response
Oct 15, 2024 · Emergency services have been called to the scene near Lendalfoot following reports of a lorry overturning. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "The A77 is closed between Girvan and Ballantrae due to lorry crash. "Please avoid the area and allow extra time for your journey as the diversion routes will be busier with additional traffic.