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Louisa Mahon, chief marketing and ceremonies officer at Glasgow 2026, said: “Glasgow doesn’t do things in half measures – we sing louder, dance harder and are known for throwing our doors open wider than anywhere else. “On 23 July, we will share that spirit with 74 nations from across the …

The report also noted the council has experienced challenges in delivering parts of its programme. These included inflationary pressures, the availability of materials and labour, difficulty attracting bids for certain contracts, recruitment challenges within the council, and uncertainty on future funding levels from some council partners. However the report found …

Lorraine – along with 100,000 others who have signed the petition, external – is calling for the UK government to raise the payment and increase it beyond 18 months. She said: “There are plenty of others who are going to find themselves in my situation – struggling financially and emotionally. …

Brown, who warned of his concerns before the works began, said he hoped people would return once the road was cleared on Friday evening. “I’ve lost a lot of trade – especially first thing in the morning because of the no parking restrictions on the high street,” he said. “I’m …

McCulloch said: “If I were the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, I’d be looking closely at where’s my next source of energy security, and you’re standing on it. “The wells are drilled, they’re hooked up. We’re just readying the systems. It will be ready for the …

Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn has signed for Major League Soccer title hopefuls San Jose Earthquakes after being released by Nottingham Forest. The 30-year-old, who has 25 caps for his country, has agreed a contract until the end of the 2030 MLS season. Bruce Arena’s side currently sit second in the …

Mosley is also currently the official artist artist for Team GB and produced paintings for the 2024 Paris Olympics , externaland the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. He said: “My painting is a celebration of Glasgow. “It aims to capture the spirit of the city through its iconic landmarks and unique culture, …

“But I had such a good time with that bunch of boys that have been together for so many years now. “When you finish, you’re just hungry for more. “I’m desperate now to go to more tournaments, just thinking when’s the next one?” Despite Euro 2028 being co-hosted by England, …

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Organisers told BBC Scotland News that the free tickets were limited in number. But the fact that some of the events offered feature the host nation – which would be expected to be the most in demand sessions – will raise concerns about ticket sales. Phil Batty, the chief executive …

There has been no comment from Islands Council leader Woodbridge and no further comment from officials. At the end of the summer Woodbridge will also be away from her role when she takes maternity leave. The BBC understands the council is using delegated powers to cover the chief executive’s absence …

One of Scotland’s only three remaining Wimpy fast food restaurants has been put up for sale. The Dingwall High Street business, which has been family-run for more than 30 years, is on the market for £150,000. Wimpy once had branches across Scotland, including Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow, but today only …

In the recording, which was played on the second day of the trial, Gartshore can be heard in a state of distress. When asked by the call handler if Dahlia-Rose was breathing, she said: “No, she’s dead”. She added: “I’ve literally just woken up and her head is all purple …

Adura is a joint venture between UK energy giant Shell and Norwegian firm Equinor. Its 159-page submission said that displacing imported liquified nature gas (LNG) from the United States with gas from the Jackdaw field would save the equivalent of four million tonnes of CO2 equivalent. It says that could …

SDC said it would support 145 high-quality local jobs and has launched a new website about the project. “The new website makes it easier for people to access accurate, up-to-date information and to stay involved as the project develops,” added Röell. “Transparency matters to us, which is why we are …

The regulator said the girl was placed at risk of both emotional and physical harm by his actions, and that he had breached the trust placed in him to care for vulnerable individuals. It also found that O’Donnell – who was a supervisor at his work – did not accept …

An HSE investigation found that the company had failed to adequately assess and manage the risks of dismantling a structure it had not originally installed. Although the company’s own method statement specified that ‘A-frame’ props or supports should be installed where necessary, no such props were present or in use …

After criticism of the decision, the chairman Sean Kennedy along with John Grafton, Duncan Macpherson and Willie MacKay have resigned from the committee. Independent councillor MacKay has also resigned as a councillor, while Grafton has been suspended by the Scottish Liberal Democrat group on Highland Council. Kennedy, an Independent councillor, …

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the by-election “shouldn’t be happening” while Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said her party would not participate in “the fake election, which Nigel Farage is causing to distract people from what is happening”. The Lib Dems have called on the government to block Farage’s resignation until …

Rangers linked with midfielders in Norway and Serbia and would former Liverpool and Real Madrid manager be interested in Scotland job? Former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has refused to rule out becoming Scotland head coach, saying he is open to international football. (TalkSport), external Lyon are preparing an offer worth …