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Council apologises for ‘error’ and ‘upset’ after entire car park of vehicles wrongfully ticketed

Entire car park of vehicles ticketed after council error

Lord President of the Council, Penny Mordaunt, carrying the Sword of State, in the procession through Westminster Abbey ahead of the coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in London. Picture: PA

Penny Mordaunt becomes first woman to carry Jewelled Sword of Offering

Ben Thornbury demonstrating 'crazy pothole golf' in Malmesbury

Man sets up pothole crazy golf course to ‘make a point’ to council

An external review was carried out into allegations of institutionalised discrimination in Scottish Rugby. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Sexism in Scottish Rugby uncovered by external review

Millie used ChatGPT to help write an email to York City Council

Student uses ChatGPT to appeal wrongly issued parking fine

Local businesses create jobs, prosperity and shape communities which maintains the way of life that we all know and love.

Aberdeenshire Loves Local Gift Card drives message to Support Local this Spring

President Joe Biden has welcomed the arrest warrant issued for Russian President Vladimir Putin (Photo: Getty)

US President Joe Biden welcomes Vladimir Putin ICC arrest warrant

Nicola Sturgeon at yesterday's Bute House press conference where she announced she will stand down as First Minister (Picture: Jane Barlow/Pool/AFP)

Readers' Letters: Like her or not, Nicola Sturgeon made a mark

Nicola Bulley went missing on January 27

Nicola Bulley: Councillors remove contact details over harassment

Aberdeenshire Council has agreed to a 4 per cent Council Tax rise and limiting council rent increase to 2.5%

Council Tax increase agreed for Aberdeenshire

Council teams are already cutting back growth of trees and shrubs.

Time to ensure vegetation is not impacting carriageways or lighting

The online consultation will close on May 11.

Consultation starts on developing the Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan 2028

MI6 forced to close top-secret spy school after London location is accidentally leaked by local council

MI6 closes secret spy school after council leaks location

Jeremy Clarkson could be axed from Amazon Prime (Pic:Getty Images)

Jeremy Clarkson barred from selling his book at Diddly Squat Farm

The first phase of the project will see the development of replacement facilities on the Kinmundy site for the existing Peterhead Academy, Anna Ritchie, Dales Park and Meethill schools,

Campus plan to be progressed

The Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan 2023 will direct decision-making on all land-use planning issues and planning applications across Aberdeenshire over the next five years.

Aberdeenshire Council adopts Local Development Plan 2023

The Banksy mural in in Lowestoft, Suffolk, after the skip was removed

Removal of part of a Banksy work has now left the mural ‘worthless’

Jeremy Clarkson has opened a restaurant at his Diddly Squat farm.

Jeremy Clarkson closes Diddly Squat farm restaurant

Man receives one of first catcalling fines in UK after sting operation

Aberdeenshire Council has produced a leaflet containing some important information, guidance, and signposting to additional support.

Help and advice to get you ready for winter

Since 2019, 963 homes have been brought back into use through Glasgow City Council's Empty Homes Officers – but more could be achieved

We need to use our store of empty homes - Duncan Thomson

The average motorist leaves their car running for 244 minutes every winter – gen...

Transport convener Scott Arthur said there was widespread support for the overall project, even if there were still concerns over details.

Trees could be added to George Street revamp

Cllr Owen is pushing for the charging points in Ellon Library to be connected.

Still waiting for EV chargers connection at Ellon Library

Cllr Gillian Owen is disappointed that Ladbrokes is to close, leaving another empty unit on Bridge Street.

Ellon branch of Ladbrokes to close

The Filmhouse on Lothian Road ceased trading last Thursday. Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

Council urged to help rescue Filmhouse

Rubbish has been piling up beside bins in Edinburgh

Council leaders make increased 5 per cent pay offer amid ongoing strikes

Shona Robison ruled out further funding from the Scottish Government to boost council coffers

Cosla told to think again over 'dire' pay offer to Scottish council staff

A number of councils could go on strike

In full: The Scottish councils facing potential strike action

SRU president Ian Barr. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Clubs vote overwhelmingly for change in the governance of Scottish Rugby

A provisional declaration times for the elections when polls close in England and Wales. The vote is taking place on May 5 in England, Scotland and Wales

In full: The declaration times for Local Elections in England and Wales

Roddy Smith, CEO Essential Edinburgh

Edinburghh city centre's got a Spring in its step again - Roddy Smith

United Sex Workers union protest

Edinburgh's sex workers' voices need to be heard too - Liam Rudden

Anas Sarwar says tackling the cost-of-living crisis will be "front and centre" of Scottish Labour's local government election campaign

Readers' letters: Councils not equipped to tackle cost-of-living

Duncan Thorp, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Social Enterprise Scotland

New people centred approach to development can deliver for communities - Duncan ...

Ooutdoor seating areas are an important part of generating the atmosphere in the city centre

Edinburgh’s lining up a summer to savour - Roddy Smith

The 18th on the Chamionship Course at Carnoustie is one of the toughest closing holes in golf. Picture: Andrew Redington/Getty Images.

Bid to secure new long-term lease for Carnoustie is part of Open plan

Aberdeen could stay at Pittodrie until at least 2025. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Aberdeen stadium: 16-17,000 capacity, Pittodrie stay until 2025, £16m question

The ice rink on George Street, Edinburgh

Edinburgh's Christmas 2021: Thumbs up or thumbs down?

Councillor Mark Rowley, Executive Member for Economic Regeneration and Finance, Scottish Borders Council On behalf of the Scottish Empty Homes Partnership

Tackling issue of empty homes in the Borders will strengthen communities - Mark ...

Dr Gary Clapton, reader in social work and programme director for BSc (Hons) in social work, Edinburgh University.

Piecing together of identity for adopted people like dismantling a brick wall - ...

Lucy Grieve co-founder and director of Back Off Scotland

Councils can't implement 'buffer zones' legal experts rule

The Prince of Wales (right) meets members of the public as he departs a visit to meet Prince's Trust Young Entrepreneurs, supported through the Enterprise programme at NatWest, in London. Picture date: Thursday November 11, 2021.

Prince Charles reassures wellwisher over Queen’s health

COP26: Poor lighting in parks due to 'environmental considerations' Glasgow City Council claim.

Poor lighting in parks due to 'environmental reasons' Glasgow City Council claim

Councillors in Dumfries and Galloway have been asked to address a gull “infestation” of “epidemic proportions” in the region, amid a claim that the birds are negatively affecting people’s mental health.

Mental health plea amid gull ‘epidemic’ in Dumfries and Galloway

Thousands of people have backed efforts to prevent the demolition of the World of Football pitches at Edinburgh’s Corn Exchange.

Thousands back bid to save Corn Exchange football pitches

Two parallel independent inquiries are under way at the city council

Council 'secrecy' is putting Edinburgh children at risk says SNP councillor

The City of Edinburgh Council is set to vote on an emergency motion pledging to help Afghan refugees fleeing the Taliban find permanent resettlement in the Captial.

Council to vote on resettlement of Afghan refugees in Edinburgh

The Lady Boys of Bangkok

Tears of joy as Lady Boys of Bangkok return home to where it all started

The first phase of the new St James Quarter.

Fast forward to a fantastic future - Roddy Smith

Airbnb key safes have become a familiar sight in Edinburgh

Ban slapped on eight Airbnb flats on one Edinburgh New Town street

Councillor Rob Munn Leith is 'disappointed' report was leaked

Edinburgh statutory repairs scandal sees £2.3 million debt written off

Jenners sign after its removal.

Mike Ashley told to reinstate Jenners sign

Spreading the message - Dr. Gregor smith

'Stay Local and behave' call as Covid-19 lockdown measures ease

Aartist's impression of the tram line passing Newhaven

Council altered Edinburgh trams contract after the bidding process

The proposed development at the centre of the row

Council accused of putting 6,000 Edinburgh 'digital quarter' jobs at risk

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UK ministers are currently examining whether or not Scotland can be granted an exemption from the Internal Market Act so it can press ahead with plans to introduce a deposit return scheme.

Scotland could be allowed to pilot UK-wide deposit return scheme

Teenage Students In Uniform Sitting Examination In School Hall

Scottish towns 'underperform' in new school league tables

Renowned for its academic excellence, Jordanhill School is Glasgow's only entry in this list, coming top of the pile. An impressive 89 per cent of pupils leave with at least five Highers.

The 18 best performing secondary schools in Scotland