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Eat Local Fish: A Call to Reclaim Nutrients for Health and Climate In a groundbreaking study, scientists from the Rowett Institute at the University of Aberdeen have unveiled the hidden nutritional cost of the UK’s fish exports. Their research, published in Nature Food, reveals that a wealth of nutrients from local fish is being lost…

New Genetic Links to Depression Discovered Across Ethnicities In a groundbreaking study, researchers have unveiled nearly 300 new genetic risk factors for depression, marking a significant leap in understanding this complex disorder. This research, the largest and most diverse genetic study of its kind, has for the first time identified genetic variations across major global…

Scotland Strengthens Police Accountability with New Bill The Scottish Parliament has passed a landmark Bill aimed at enhancing police complaint and conduct procedures. The Police (Ethics, Conduct and Scrutiny) (Scotland) Bill seeks to ensure that allegations of misconduct among police officers and staff are handled with greater transparency and effectiveness. One of the most significant…

A New Dawn for Dundee: Wilkie’s Investment Revives Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc In a significant boost for Dundee’s economy, advanced textiles manufacturer Wilkie has stepped in as the major shareholder of the Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP). This move is set to restore nearly all the jobs lost when the Michelin tire factory closed its…

Scotland on High Alert as Foot and Mouth Disease Risk Rises The Scottish Government has raised the risk level of foot and mouth disease (FMD) to medium following a troubling discovery in Germany. The disease was found in water buffalo in Brandenburg, prompting an immediate ban on imports of cattle, pigs, and sheep from the…

Scotland’s Winter Heating Payments: A Lifeline for Low-Income Households In a significant move to support vulnerable households, the Scottish Government has announced that over 456,000 people will benefit from Winter Heating Payments this winter, totaling £26.8 million. Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville delivered this update to the Scottish Parliament on January 14, 2025, highlighting the…