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Key questions answered on Government plans to relax onshore wind planning rules

Key questions answered on Government plans to relax onshore wind planning rules

A Government statement said planning rules will be ‘streamlined’ to allow onshore wind projects to be approved more quickly.

Humza Yousaf has 14 Bills planned in first Programme for Government

Humza Yousaf has 14 Bills planned in first Programme for Government

The programme outlines the legislation ministers plan to bring forward over the court of the coming year at Holyrood.

First anniversary of death of Queen Elizabeth II: A life dedicated to royal duty

First anniversary of death of Queen Elizabeth II: A life dedicated to royal duty

The late Queen had reigned for 70 years, seven months and two days when she died aged 96 on September 8 2022.

Onshore wind planning changes only a ‘slight softening at the edges’

Onshore wind planning changes only a ‘slight softening at the edges’

Development will be made easier, the Government has said, as it tells councils not to give too much weight to a vocal minority in opposition.

List of schools affected by concrete safety fears

List of schools affected by concrete safety fears

The Department for Education has said a full list of affected schools will be published this week.

Meagre UK economic growth to ‘feel a lot’ like recession for Britons, BCC says

Meagre UK economic growth to ‘feel a lot’ like recession for Britons, BCC says

The UK economy is on course to eke out growth of 0.4% over 2023, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) predicted.

Driver trapped following collision between bus and car

Driver trapped following collision between bus and car

The Mid and West Wales Fire Service said the emergency services responded at 2.19pm on Tuesday to the incident in Pembroke Dock.

Family pay tribute to man killed in Coventry collision

Family pay tribute to man killed in Coventry collision

Leo Moran died after being hit by a vehicle in Gosford Street on Sunday morning.

Scottish Government to consult over potential ban on single-use vapes

Scottish Government to consult over potential ban on single-use vapes

A ban on the products would require an exemption to the UK-wide Internal Market Act.

Laughing gas to be banned by end of 2023 – with users facing two years in prison

Laughing gas to be banned by end of 2023 – with users facing two years in prison

Secondary legislation has been brought forward on Tuesday which will control nitrous oxide as a class C substance under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.

Yousaf sets sights on ‘scourge of poverty’ as he outlines Government’s plans

Yousaf sets sights on ‘scourge of poverty’ as he outlines Government’s plans

The Scottish First Minister revealed the Programme for Government as Holyrood returned after the summer recess.

Early humans ‘were intentionally crafting stone balls 1.4 million years ago’

Early humans ‘were intentionally crafting stone balls 1.4 million years ago’

New research suggests they appreciated geometry and symmetry.

City council’s financial issues ‘deeply disturbing’, West Midlands Mayor says

City council’s financial issues ‘deeply disturbing’, West Midlands Mayor says

Andy Street said it was not for him to conduct an inquisition ‘however severely there needs to be one’ after Birmingham City Council’s announcement.

‘Weeks’ before migrants back on board Bibby barge – minister

‘Weeks’ before migrants back on board Bibby barge – minister

It comes as figures showed fresh cases of diphtheria among asylum seekers in England have been reported for the first time since January.

Minute by minute: What happened the day the Queen died and Charles became King

Minute by minute: What happened the day the Queen died and Charles became King

Elizabeth II died peacefully at Balmoral on the afternoon of September 8 as concern for her health escalated and the royals rushed to her bedside.

Wilko to cut 1,332 more jobs and shut 52 stores next week

Wilko to cut 1,332 more jobs and shut 52 stores next week

The GMB union said 24 Wilko shops will close on Tuesday September 12, and the remaining 28 will be closed two days later.

Hospitals ‘treating patients based on targets rather than needs’, study claims

Hospitals ‘treating patients based on targets rather than needs’, study claims

Researchers said the target gives hospitals ‘no encouragement’ to treat those waiting a short time or those who have passed the threshold.

Wednesday could be hottest day of year as heatwave expected

Wednesday could be hottest day of year as heatwave expected

The Met Office is watching a number of September heat records as temperatures could reach 33C this week.

Eleven on trial accused of sexually abusing children and witchcraft

Eleven on trial accused of sexually abusing children and witchcraft

The trial is taking place at the High Court in Glasgow.

Scottish ministers knew of Raac school risks last summer, Somerville says

Scottish ministers knew of Raac school risks last summer, Somerville says

The Social Justice Secretary said she will be as open as possible with the public on the risk to public buildings.

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