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Scots council unable to access vital data after being targeted by hackers
Police Scotland
Western Isles Council has been unable to access the data since Tuesday, November 7.
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New benefit for people in Scotland providing unpaid care set to launch in three council areas this week
Benefits
The Carer Support Payment will replace all new claims for Carer's Allowance made in Scotland by Spring 2024.
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Thousands of people on Carer’s Allowance due to receive extra £270 payment next month
Benefits
The Carer’s Allowance Supplement is only paid to eligible people in Scotland.
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Scots council targeted by cyber hackers as police probe attack
Western Isles
The incident was first reported on November 7 and Police Scotland have now launched a probe into the attack on Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Council in the Western Isles.
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People on Carer’s Allowance to start moving from DWP to new Scottish payment early next year
Benefits
Students will also be able to claim the new Carer Support Payment worth £76.75 each week.
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Full list of 14 payments only people living in Scotland can claim this winter
Benefits
A new benefit for people over State Pension age will also launch next year.
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Fred MacAulay looks forward to 'humbling night' at Health Awards
Health Awards
Scotland's inspirational frontline heroes honoured at prestigious event
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The cosy Scottish Hebrides inn a 'stone's throw from beach' you can book for half price
Holidays
Anyone looking for a cosy island getaway this autumn can currently book a stay at a "wonderful" Outer Hebrides hotel that is just a short stroll from the beach.
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Island communities eye affordable power boost from local wind farms in Labour's energy plan
Sunday Mail News
According to Labour, the new publicly held business will be operationally independent but have a mandate to invest in renewable energy, including emerging technologies like wind, solar, tidal, and nuclear.
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Widow of Scots postmaster wrongly convicted in Horizon scandal fulfils dying wish to clear his name
Post Office
William Quarm was left a “broken man” when he was convicted of embezzling tens of thousands of pounds from his Post Office on North Uist in 2010.
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New benefit for people in Scotland providing unpaid care set to launch in three council areas next month
Benefits
Carer Support Payment will replace all new claims for Carer's Allowance for people in Scotland by Spring 2024.
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Angus MacNeil to stand as independent ‘unless change of direction in SNP leadership’
SNP
MacNeil was expelled from his former party last month after he reportedly clashed with chief whip Brendan O’Hara.
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The Scottish hidden gem 'sunshine island' perfect for an August adventure
Discover Scotland
Anyone looking to book a holiday in Scotland should consider leaving the mainland and heading to the spectacular island of Colonsay, renowned for its stunning scenery and delicious gin.
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Former SNP MP Angus MacNeil says he will still stand at general election and hints at future party return
Scottish National Party
MacNeil announced on Thursday night that he had been chucked out of the party.
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Angus MacNeil expelled from SNP after row with chief whip
SNP
The party's conduct committee met on Thursday to discuss his case after he refused to immediately rejoin the group.
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School uniform clothing grants worth up to £300 for parents before new term starts this month
Parenting
Eligible parents or guardians will receive at least £120 per child for the 2023/2024 school year.
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Stunning Scottish island hotel located in Barra goes on sale for under £2m
Tourism
The beach side accommodation is still taking bookings while it's on the market.
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Outrage as family drive car onto protected Scots beach and pitch up tent
Western Isles
The family sparked fury among locals on the Isle of Harris for 'ignoring' warning signs.
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Moment world's second largest whale spotted by tourist boat off west coast of Scotland
Animals
The fin whale was captured rising to the surface in the Cairns of Coll on Tuesday, July 18.
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Scots dad suffers heart attack in airport after mistaking chest pain for indigestion
Heart attack
Fisherman Steven Morrison, 48, was sitting in the departure lounge at Stornoway Airport with wife Lyndsay when he suddenly began to feel extremely unwell on July 5.
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Entire pod of 55 pilot whales die on Isle of Lewis beach after becoming stranded
Western Isles
Coordinators even flew in teams from surrounding areas across Scotland and England after they were alerted to the stranding around 7am on Sunday.
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Angus MacNeil has 'no plans' to join Alba after criticising SNP strategy on independence
SNP
MacNeil was suspended from the Nationalist group in the Commons earlier this month after he reportedly clashed with fellow SNP MP Brendan O'Hara.
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Veteran SNP MP Angus MacNeil blasts party over independence as he resigns whip
SNP
The Western Isles MP was given a seven-day suspension from the Westminster group last week after he accused the chief whip of bullying.
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Scots patient forced to wait 7 years for treatment in hospital
NHS Scotland
A FOI request revealed almost every health board that responded admitted they had patients who have currently waited years for treatment.
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