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Sheriff notes Hoggs compliance with order in domestic abuse case
A sheriff has noted former Scotland rugby union captain Stuart Hoggs complete compliance with a community payback order, as he said no further review would take place..
First female chief to take reins of secret service MI6
The first ever female head of MI6 has been announced by Sir Keir Starmer to lead Britains secret service in the face of an unprecedented scale of threats faced by the UK..
Starmer G7 will discuss Russia sanctions if Putin holds out on ceasefire talks
G7 allies will discuss the prospect of more sanctions on Russia if Vladimir Putin continues to resist calls for an unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine, Sir Keir Starmer has said..
Tax and labour increases costing average pub 14000 says industry body
Tax increases and the rise in the minimum wage have cost each UK pub about £14,000 on average, according to the latest figures..
Vapes and solar panels see electrical device sales surge
Vapes and solar panels have driven a 75% surge in electrical device sales over the last five years, according to an e-waste recycling body..
Glasgow region should have directly elected mayor suggests think tank
The greater Glasgow region needs a directly-elected mayor and a devolution deal to avoid falling behind other large UK cities, a think tank has recommended..
One in 10 parents say children ask to miss school over concerns about toilets
More than one in 10 parents said their children have asked to miss school because of concerns about school toilets, a survey has suggested..
David Beckham immensely proud of knighthood in Kings Birthday Honours
Former England captain David Beckham said he is immensely proud to have been given a knighthood in the Kings Birthday Honours..