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Scotland Takes Bold Steps to Protect Its Seabird Populations The Scottish Government is making significant strides to protect seabird populations profoundly affected by climate change and invasive species. Recent reports indicate that nearly two-thirds of Scotland’s seabird species have seen dramatic declines over the past two decades. Alarmingly, eight species, including the Arctic tern and…

New Study Reveals Dementia Risk in Former Footballers Not Linked to Lifestyle Factors In a groundbreaking study led by consultant neuropathologist Professor Willie Stewart from the University of Glasgow, researchers have uncovered that lifestyle factors commonly associated with dementia do not contribute to the heightened risk observed in former professional footballers. The findings, published in…

£5 Million Boost for Unpaid Carers: A Lifeline for Short Breaks In a significant move to support unpaid carers, the Scottish government has announced an additional £5 million allocation to the Voluntary Sector Short Breaks Fund, bringing the total investment for the 2025-26 period to £13 million. This funding surge aims to provide relief to…

Increased Arts Funding Opens Doors for Scots Language Creators In a significant move for the arts and culture sector, the Scottish Government has announced an additional £34 million in funding as part of the draft Scottish Budget for 2025-26. This substantial boost, described by Culture Secretary Angus Robertson as “game-changing,” is set to support artists…

“Scots Language Funding Fails to Match Cultural Importance Amidst Record Uplift” As Scotland’s 2025-26 budget reveals an unprecedented £34 million increase for culture, a glaring discrepancy emerges in the allocation for the Scots Language Centre and Scots Language Education. While significant investments bolster the arts across the nation, the financial resources dedicated to the Scots…

Jasleen Kaur Crowned Turner Prize 2024 Winner In a night filled with celebration and artistic brilliance, Jasleen Kaur has been named the winner of the Turner Prize 2024. The prestigious accolade, valued at £25,000, was awarded during a vibrant ceremony at Tate Britain, hosted by the renowned actor James Norton and broadcast live on BBC…