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Armed Forces

The Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force are responsible for the protection of the UK and its interests, both at home and abroad. The services have commitments across the globe but have seen their numbers drop in recent years due to cutbacks.

The Scotland picture that paints Euro 2024 harsh reality as squad cut looms with Germany dreams to be dashed
Scotland football team
Steve Clarke is facing a selection headache over the next seven months as the Scotland manager whittles his squad down to the best 23.
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East Kilbride MSP backs tailored medical support for veterans in the town
Armed forces
The scheme will better enable healthcare providers to focus on the specific health challenges they may face following military service
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Royal Navy Trident nuclear sub saved moments before plunging to 'danger zone'
Royal Navy
The Vanguard-class vessel was plummeting towards its crush-depth but was salvaged just before tragedy struck.
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Tartan Army foot soldiers trapped in apartment in Georgia after staircase vanishes
Tartan Army
The group were in Georgia for the Scotland game but woke up one morning to find there were no stairs outside their digs.
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What channel is Scotland vs Norway? Live stream, TV and kick-off details for final Euro 2024 qualifier
Scotland football team
The Tartan Army have one final qualifier to negotiate before thoughts of Germany can take centre-stage.
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Steve Clarke rejects Scotland 'rot' notion as boss names the unsung hero pining to avoid Euro 2024 heartbreak
Scotland football team
The gaffer has been reflecting on the draw with Georgia and saved praise for an important member of his squad.
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Bomb squad called to Scots street over 'hazardous material' as locals urged to stay away
Police Scotland
Police alerted the public and asked them to avoid the area and keep all windows and doors closed.
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Shotts youngsters learn about the role of Salvation Army's 'doughnut girls' during First World War
Shotts
A minute’s silence was held as they placed crafted poppies into a planter
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Dumfries Veterans Garden receives King’s Award for Voluntary Service
Dumfries News
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service recognises the hard work put in by the group for ex-forces personnel and their families to provide a one-stop-shop to access friendship, mental health advice, practical help, and outdoor skills
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Royal insiders fuming at new book revelations about Harry and William's feud as Queen lay dying
Prince Harry
Palace insiders are said to be furious that details of an alleged feud between William and Harry while the Queen lay dying have been made public.
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Cadets from Lanarkshire platoon remain on course to make their mark while tackling range of activities
Lanarkshire News
The youngsters from Newmains have been navigating, climbing, swimming, hiking and attending camps
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Six huge Royal bombshells from new Omid Scobie book that will 'shock nation'
Royal Family
A shocking new book by royal biographer Omid Scobie appears to reveal the monarchy's fight for survival as well as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's exit from royal life.
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WW2 sculpture commemorates tragic story of Spitfire pilot
Stirling News
Dunipace man aims to complete the sculpture, inspired by the Belgian airman, by March and have it on display this summer.
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ITV Coronation Street star dies following 60-year acting career
Coronation Street
Joan Savage, also known for starring in Dad's Army and The Arthur Haynes Show, has died aged 89.
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Dumfries and Galloway communities pay tribute on Remembrance Sunday
Dumfries News
The region fell silent for two minutes to honour those who lost their lives in two world wars and the many conflicts since
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Neil Lennon defends Celtic fans over Remembrance Day minute's silence disruption as he insists 'that is their right'
Celtic FC
The Parkhead club held a minute's silence before the clash with Aberdeen that was interrupted by booing.
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West Lothian falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
West Lothian
Services were held around the county
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Alleged 'IS Beatle' Aine Davis jailed for terrorism offences at Old Bailey
Terrorism
Aine Leslie Davis is suspected to be part of the so-called 'Beatles' IS group that killed Scot David Haines.
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Rutherglen Care Home hosts annual Remembrance Day service
Rutherglen News
After some reflection during a minutes silence, there was a proud moment for residents Agnes Graham, Andrew Thomson and George Davis who were asked to lay wreaths.
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Dumfries and Galloway armed forces veterans being offered free driving lessons to help pass their test
Dumfries News
Gillian Ross, Paul Sharkey and Adam Richardson are all set to help out
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New name added to Dumfries' Maxwelltown War Memorial
Dumfries News
A special dedication service honoured munitions teenager Christina Stevenson Carrol Caldow who died at the age of 18 in 1915
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Dumfries and Galloway to pay tribute on Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday
Dumfries News
Ceremonies will take place across the region on both Saturday and Sunday
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Drug dealer broke into ex's home and stole packet of chicken wings
Courts
John Jones was caught selling heroin and crack cocaine to an undercover police officer.
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Luiz Diaz's father liberated as Liverpool star's family rejoice after Colombian kidnapping hell ends
Catholic Church
The ordeal has been taking place over the last couple of weeks but now appears to have reached a conclusion.
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