Scottish resident doctors vote to strike in January
Over 90% of BMA Scotland's resident doctors have backed strike action in January, demanding a credible pay offer. Health Secretary Neil Gray expresses disappointment and calls for talks.
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Scotland World Cup packages start at over £8,000
Scotland fans are being offered official travel packages for the 2026 World Cup, with prices starting at over £8,000. Manager Steve Clarke has urged supporters to avoid debt.
Junior Doctors Strike in England, NHS Warns of Disruption
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay, coinciding with a record flu season. NHS leaders warn of severe strain on hospitals, as the government and BMA trade accusations.
Junior Doctors' 14th Strike Hits NHS Amid Winter Flu Surge
Thousands of junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike, the 14th since 2023, over pay erosion and a severe training post shortage, as the NHS faces a winter flu epidemic.
Junior doctors' five-day strike begins in NHS dispute
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay and training posts, as letters reveal a growing rift with consultants and concerns over the NHS's future. Read the full analysis.
Junior doctors in England begin five-day strike
Junior doctors in England have begun a five-day walkout after pay talks with the government collapsed. The strike comes as the NHS faces severe winter pressures. Read the latest.
Junior doctors strike for five days in England
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day walkout after rejecting the government's pay offer. Health Secretary Wes Streeting failed to reach a deal with the BMA. The strike continues until Monday.
BMA accused of hypocrisy over staff pay dispute
The British Medical Association faces a strike by its own clerical staff over a 2% pay offer, as it supports junior doctors in England in a five-day NHS walkout. Read the full story.
Football Daily's 2025 Christmas Awards Round-Up
A rundown of The Guardian's satirical 2025 Football Daily Christmas Awards, covering Liverpool's spending, Man Utd's woes, Scotland's World Cup, and Chloe Kelly's heroics. Dive into the year's football highlights and lowlights.
Junior Doctors Begin 14th Strike in Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England start a five-day walkout, their 14th since March 2023, after rejecting a government deal on training places but not pay. NHS leaders warn of significant disruption.
Musicians protest BBC Radio Scotland late-night show cuts
Leading Scottish artists condemn BBC Radio Scotland's decision to axe specialist late-night shows, warning it will devastate opportunities for emerging talent. Read the full story and see who has signed the open letter.
Five-day NHS doctors' strike begins amid flu surge
Resident doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay, causing major disruption to NHS services during a record flu season. Health leaders warn of severe delays.
NHS calls for mediation to end junior doctors' strike
Health service leaders plead for independent mediation to break the deadlock between Wes Streeting and the BMA, as a five-day junior doctors' strike begins, threatening severe patient disruption.
NHS Resident Doctors Begin 14th Strike Over Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England launch a five-day strike, the 14th in 33 months. With public support waning and both sides entrenched, the NHS faces a 'never-ending' dispute. Read the full analysis.
Man in court for murder of Dundee artist Lili Stojanova
Andrew Bajek, 42, appears in Dundee court charged with the murder of 'cherished' mother and artist Lili Stojanova, 54. The family releases a heartbreaking tribute. Follow for updates.
Junior Doctors Strike Amid NHS Winter Flu Crisis
NHS hospitals cancel 38,500 appointments as junior doctors begin a five-day strike after rejecting a government pay offer, compounding a record flu outbreak. Health leaders call for urgent mediation.
Clarke to Check Barnes' Scotland Commitment Before March
Scotland manager Steve Clarke will gauge Harvey Barnes' desire to switch allegiance from England before March friendlies. Clarke also hints at staying on after the World Cup. Read the latest.
Resident Doctors Reject Offer, Strike Goes Ahead
Resident doctors in England will strike after rejecting the government's offer, citing a critical jobs crisis and real-terms pay cuts. Read why they demand respect and action.
Doctors vote for 5-day Christmas strike
Tens of thousands of NHS doctors will strike for five days before Christmas after rejecting a last-minute government deal. The BMA union cites a 20% real-terms pay cut since 2008. Read the full story.
Scotland's 2am World Cup kick-off 'difficult for kids'
Scotland manager Steve Clarke reacts to the 2026 World Cup schedule, with a 2am UK kick-off for fans at home. Discover the full fixture list for Scotland and England.
Scotland Face Late-Night World Cup Kick-Offs in USA
Scotland's 2026 World Cup group stage matches against Haiti, Brazil, and Morocco have been scheduled, with UK fans facing 2am and 11pm GMT kick-off times. Get the full fixture details and manager Steve Clarke's reaction.
England & Scotland World Cup 2026 Fixtures Announced
England and Scotland fans learn where their 2026 World Cup group games will be played across the USA. Discover the key dates, venues, and travel plans.
36 Flood Warnings as Wet Weather Hits UK
The Met Office warns of disruptive weather with 36 flood warnings across the UK. Heavy rain and strong winds forecast from Sunday, with further disruption likely next week.
World Cup 2026 draw: England to face Croatia and Ghana
England will meet Croatia in a 2018 semi-final rematch to start their 2026 World Cup campaign. Discover the full draw results, including Scotland's tough group and the 'Group of Death'.
Swinney: Scotland needs immigration for workforce
First Minister John Swinney mounts a robust defence of migration's economic benefits as support for Reform UK grows ahead of May's Holyrood election. Read his full argument.
Farage's Scottish Surge as Reform UK Gains Ground
Nigel Farage returns to Scotland for a sold-out Reform UK event, capitalising on rising anti-immigration sentiment in towns like Falkirk. Analysis of a shifting political landscape.
FIFA's Political World Cup Draw Puts Trump in Spotlight
The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington became a political spectacle, with Donald Trump honoured by FIFA. England face Croatia, Panama, Ghana; Scotland get Brazil, Morocco, Haiti. Read the full analysis.
FIFA's Trump-focused World Cup draw spectacle analysed
Analysis of the unprecedented 2026 World Cup draw, where FIFA's overtures to Donald Trump overshadowed the football. Discover the political theatre and what the draw means for the home nations.
World Cup 2026 draw sets England, Scotland groups
England will face Croatia in a 2018 semi-final rematch, while Scotland meet Brazil. Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland must navigate March play-offs to qualify. Full draw details revealed.
Scotland Drawn with Brazil & Morocco in World Cup Group
Scotland will face Brazil and Morocco in a tough 2026 World Cup group, echoing their famous 1998 encounter. Get the full draw details and analysis here.
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