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A social work manager has been banned from driving after being caught at more than double the legal alcohol limit.
Ann Giles, 58, was fined £430 and disqualified for 12 months after being stopped on her way from a party.

Fife Womans’ Diet That Can Bring Help To MS Sufferers

By Fife Today24th July 2008News Scotland

AN ABERDOUR woman has launched a website aimed at sharing dietary advice with other Multiple Sclerosis sufferers.

Danish Approach Cuts Youth Crime In East Renfrewshire

By BBC24th July 2008News Scotland

A Danish scheme for tackling anti-social behaviour has been credited with significant drops in youth, gang and knife crime in East Renfrewshire.

Care Home Abuse Claim Is Probed

By BBC24th July 2008News Northern Ireland

A member of staff has been suspended at a care home in Eglinton over the alleged abuse of a resident. Southern Cross Healthcare, which operates Longfield Care Centre, said the claim was acted on immediately.

Youngsters Face One-Year Wait To Receive Psychiatric Care

By The Irish Independent24th July 2008News Northern Ireland

NEARLY 3,600 children are now waiting to see a psychiatrist, with more than 1,000 facing delays of at least a year. The waiting lists are growing with 465 more young people in this predicament compared to two years ago.

‘Talk Therapy’ Important In Schizophrenia

By Irish Health24th July 2008News Northern Ireland

Schizophrenia Ireland has published a new document outlining the benefits of psychological or talk therapies in the treatment of psychosis as part of Lucia Week, the national schizophrenia awareness week.