The Scottish Greens have said they want to enshrine the right to anonymity for victims of sexual offences in law. Currently, publishers enter into a voluntary agreement not to name
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People in Scotland will be able to get tested for Covid-19 twice a week under new Scottish Government plans. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the lateral flow tests, which give
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“Inflammatory” language in a landmark report on racial disparities could put the lives of black, Asian and minority ethnic communities “at further risk”, according to more than 30 health groups.
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Boris Johnson said he plans to stick “like glue” to his plan for easing restrictions despite scientific advisers warning it could create a wave of Covid infections akin to that
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The SNP and Scottish Labour have set out their policies to improve care for the elderly, ahead of the Scottish Parliament election. Nicola Sturgeon’s party has pledged to abolish charges
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The Government has announced an immediate review into sexual abuse in schools following thousands of allegations from students. Ofsted will look at safeguarding policies in state and independent schools, “the
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A route map towards implementing the recommendations from the Independent Care Review has been published outlining priorities for the next three years. Thousands of people who were in care shared
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Applications for the right to stay in the UK through the EU Settlement scheme have not yet been made for the majority of EU children in care and care leavers,
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The Scottish Child Payment will be doubled to £20 per week if the SNP are re-elected, Nicola Sturgeon has said. The SNP leader said tackling child poverty should be a
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A new Office for Health Promotion will be formed to tackle obesity and poor mental health, as lockdown restrictions are eased and the nation recovers from the coronavirus pandemic. Prime
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