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UK 'actively considering' 19 new driving laws to match EU road regulations
Transport Minister Lord Hendy said that the Labour party are reviewing which of the 19 new vehicle safety technologies mandated by the EU would be appropriate for implementation in the UK

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Steve Clarke reveals he will look at himself as ashen-faced Scotland boss bares flaws in unflinching post mortem
The Scotland boss watched on as his team were ruthlessly dispatched by the Greeks at Hampden


British man killed in Pakistan in "execution" shooting as family distraught
Despite moving to Pakistan, the victim, known as Anwar, would return regularly and stay with his sisters in Didsbury.

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Knifeman 'randomly' slashes four passers-by in horror rampage outside shops
Armed police raced to the scene following reports of a man on the loose with a knife.


Santander issues warning that could affect millions of customers this summer
The bank announced it will be closing the branches in June, reducing hours at 36 locations and switching 18 sites to counter-free services


Pregnant Kelsey Parker slams trolls attacking her for moving on after Tom Parker's death
Kelsey Parker, who was married to The Wanted star Tom Parker, has opened up on her pregnancy and new romance with tree surgeon Will Lindsay after finding love again.


Third teenager arrested in connection with death of Glasgow schoolboy Amen Teklay
Amen Teklay, 15, died after being found seriously injured on Clarendon Street in Maryhill, Glasgow, at around 10.30pm on Wednesday, March 5.


Northern Lights may appear over Scotland as Met Office issues weekend alert
The Met Office says the Northern Lights may light up skies over Scotland on Sunday, March 23, with a 'geomagnetic storm watch' in effect until 11.59pm.


Scotland stink out Hampden with Nations League shocker as Greece lightning leaves Clarke stunned – 5 talking points
Hampden punters were far from happy at the Greek tragedy that unfolded in front of them


Scotland player ratings vs Greece: Hearts teen makes senior debut but Scots suffer sobering Nations League relegation
Scotland were consigned to League B of the UEFA Nations League after a dismal 3-0 defeat against Greece at Hampden Park


Edinburgh home firebombed in targeted attack amid 'gangland turf war'
Cops have confirmed reports of a suspicious fire the early hours of Sunday, 23 March is now being probed in relation to the alleged gang activity in the area.


Shocking footage shows balaclava thugs brawl on Edinburgh's Portobello beach
Police confirmed receiving multiple reports of antisocial behaviour at Portobello Beach on Friday.


Driving with part of your car dirty could land you with £5,000 fine
According to car experts at Number 1 Plates, thousands of drivers could be unwittingly putting themselves at risk of a careless driving charge, simply by ignoring one basic responsibility most assume is harmless.


Police probing firebombings and shooting 'linked to gangland war' have found 'significant CCTV'
In a statement on March 23 police confirmed a team of detectives, along with specialist and divisional officers, are working on the probe after two houses were targeted by gunshots.


West Lothian boy, 16, missing as police launch urgent search
Jacob Vergunst, a 16-year-old boy from Broxburn, West Lothian was last seen in the Broxburn area around 6.35pm on Saturday, March 22, 2025.


Aurora Borealis Scotland: Met Office map shows where Northern Lights could be visible tonight
The Met Office says an “expected enhancement in solar activity” means the Aurora Borealis could be visible in Scotland tonight - What time should I look for the Northern Lights?


Detectives using “every tool and tactic” at their disposal in gang war investigation
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Police continue major probe into Edinburgh 'gang war' as incidents escalate
Police have launched a major investigation into a string of criminal incidents they are treating as linked, the most recent being a 'suspicious' fire on Hay Drive.


BBC in grovelling Scotland vs Greece apology over missing commentary and things get worse when it comes back on
The Tartan Army tuning in for the first Hampden match live on the BBC were left in disbelief by a string of audio errors


Scots crime boss' associates issued warning in chilling video amid 'gangland turf war'
A disturbing video showing several attacks allegedly linked to drug kingpin Mark Richardson has emerged.
