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Retailers fear Scotland ‘less viable’ for investment without rates discount

Twelve groups and industry bodies have written to the Scottish Finance Secretary Shona Robison.

Evening Standard

Scotland’s looser rules on assisted dying could lead to ‘death tourism’, say senior politicians

Cross-party group of MSPs says bill going through Holyrood could attract people from elsewhere in UK

The Guardian - UK

Women’s life expectancy returns to pre-pandemic levels – but men’s yet to recover

The pandemic saw a jump in the number of deaths in the UK – which in turn caused a fall in life expectancy estimates

The Independent UK

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UK life expectancy for females returns to pre-pandemic levels

It is too early to know whether the latest figures represent the start of a new upwards trend.

Evening Standard

ITV to show opening game of 2026 World Cup as UK TV schedule confirmed

ITV and BBC again share broadcasting duties in the United Kingdom for the 2026 tournament

The Independent UK

Dozens of River Island stores set to close within weeks - full list revealed

The UK high street giant will close 33 stores before the end of January

Evening Standard

Travel chaos as lorries overturn during Storm Bram

Traffic services said the adverse conditions are expected to continue on Wednesday

The Independent UK

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Lorries overturn in high winds as Storm Bram travel disruption continues

Lanes of the M74 were closed for a period on Wednesday morning when a number of HGVs overturned.

Evening Standard

Windy weather continues as Storm Bram lingers

Yellow warnings for wind remain active in Scotland.

Evening Standard

Weather warnings remain with threat of 90mph winds from Storm Bram

The Met Office urged people to be careful in coastal areas with an amber warning in north-west Scotland.

Evening Standard

Terminally ill Britons could move to Scotland for an assisted death – academic

Hertfordshire University expert Dr Claudia Carr said Scotland could be viewed as having a ‘more positive climate’ for assisted dying.

Evening Standard

Storm Bram brings travel chaos to trains, boats and planes

Many flights and ferries crossing the Irish Sea were cancelled due to high winds

The Independent UK

'It was, to be frank, beautifully beautiful' - the three cyclists who conquered Britain's coastline in 2025

Riding a lap of Britain is also a journey of self-discovery. Meg Elliot speaks to three riders who conquered the coast in 2025.

Cycling Weekly

Strong winds and rain from Storm Bram cause disruption across the UK

The Met Office issued yellow and amber weather warnings on Tuesday.

Evening Standard

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The Conversation

Will Scotland’s planned four-day week for teachers work?

The Scottish government recently announced plans to pilot a four-day school week. The proposal comes amid growing concerns about teacher supply and wellbeing.

AAP

Former Adelaide City goalscoring ace dies aged 79

John 'Dixie' Deans made his name at Celtic but the Scot, who has died at 79, is also fondly remembered at Adelaide City - where he encountered Bob Marley.

The Independent UK

List of UK train services suspended by Storm Bram

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The Independent UK

Storm Bram forces trains and ferries to be suspended as heavy winds hit UK

The Met Office warns of potential ‘danger to life’ from flying debris

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Evening Standard

Trains suspended and ferries cancelled in Scotland as Storm Bram sweeps in

Weather warnings are in place across the country.

Evening Standard

Flights cancelled and homes without power due to Storm Bram

Weather warnings for rain and wind have been issued by the Met Office.

The Independent UK

‘Danger to life’ weather warnings in place amid Storm Bram, Met Office warns

Heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected to cause disruption across parts of the UK on Tuesday and into Wednesday morning, the Met Office said.

The Independent UK

Storm Bram: Flights, trains and ferries cancelled across UK after severe weather warning

British Airways delays first wave of departures from London Heathrow to Belfast City, Dublin, Edinburgh and Manchester

The Guardian - UK

Storm Bram: ‘danger to life’ warnings issued as heavy rain and winds hit much of UK – as it happened

Forecasters warn of possible damage to buildings, power cuts and travel disruption with heavy rain and gusts reaching 90mph

The Guardian - UK

Storm Bram batters Britain and Ireland with strong winds and heavy rain

More than 300 flood warnings or alerts across UK as homes left without power, sporting events cancelled and transport disrupted

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Great road trips for England and Scotland football fans

England supporters can motor from Dallas to Boston, arriving shortly after Scotland supporters have departed south to Miami

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