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Scotsman
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Scotsman
Giving 16 and 17 year olds the vote is a chance to tackle online disinformation for good
New electoral reforms mean 16 and 17 year olds will be able to vote at the next general election. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Over the last couple of days I have read countless arguments for and against giving 16 and 17 year olds the chance to vote in general elections. This is not something new up here in Scotland - this age group was first given the vote in the 2014 independence referendum, and has been eligible to vote in the last two Scottish Parliament elections. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This was a political move by the SNP government of the time, as this age group was thought to be more likely to vote Yes and then back the nationalists. There is similar cynicism now that Labour has the same motivations by lowering the voting age. A polling station in Edinburgh. | Danny Lawson/Press Association Regardless of the motivation, it created a politically engaged generation in Scotland. Research by Edinburgh University suggests those who were 16 and 17 and voted in the 2016 Holyrood election were more likely to turn out for the 2021 election than those who had been 18. Some argue young people do not have the life experience needed to be given such a responsibility, but we need to give them a bit more credit. There are plenty of engaged young people who care about who governs them. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Ultimately whoever gets elected will impact their life for the next five years, and for the majority of that time they will be adults over the age of 18. Lowering the age limit may mean parties are more inclined to emphasise policies which affect this age group more, such as low wages, further education and housing costs. That is no bad thing. I was 16 during the 2010 general election and 17 at the 2011 Scottish election. I was not able to vote in either, but I still watched the televised debates and spoke at length about it with my friends. The school library held a well-attended mock election on polling day. There was even a Question Time-style debate organised in the assembly hall with some of the candidates - hundreds of pupils attended and some were even turned away because there were no seats left. Yes this was 15 years ago, but it shows young people will engage if you give them the chance. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad One of the main criticisms I have seen raised is concerns about how influenced 16 and 17 year old voters will be by social media. Last year an Ofcom report suggested 88 per cent of 16 to 24 year olds used online sources to get their news, mainly social media. For 12 to 15 year olds, the ones who will benefit from the new voting age, 12 per cent said TikTok was their main news source. Using social media to reach voters is nothing new. In last year's general election, the majority of the Scottish Greens' advertising went on social media. Former US President Barack Obama pioneered the use of Facebook to help him win the keys to the White House in 2008. His successor Donald Trump did the same on Twitter and X in 2016 and 2024. We already know there are bad faith actors on these platforms actively seeking to influence young voters, but that in itself is not a reason to block these young people from enfranchisement. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Instead, there should be a renewed focus on better political education and critical thinking in schools, and better online regulation. This is a great opportunity to get on top of the spread of disinformation online.
Western Telegraph
19-07-2025
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Sainsbury's shoppers could save £150 with Your Nectar Prices
From Friday, July 25, Sainsbury's is introducing Your Nectar Prices in its UK supermarkets, giving customers a new way to access savings on the products they buy the most. Your Nectar Prices allow customers to get up to ten personalised offers each week, combining their favourite products and new recommendations based on their shopping habits. Sainsbury's say the new offers could save shoppers more than £150 over the course of the year. To access these savings, customers must be digitally registered with Nectar which can be done online at or via the Nectar app. Mark Given, Chief Marketing, Data & Sustainability Officer at Sainsbury's, says: 'Over the past few years, we've made significant strides with Nectar, with Nectar Prices being a big part of that success, bringing great value to millions of customers. 'But what really sets us apart is that we're leading the way by making loyalty personal. Shoppers want to feel recognised and rewarded and while Nectar Prices are for everyone, we know our customers love an offer that is made just for them. 'That's exactly what Your Nectar Prices delivers – it's about giving customers those extra savings on the products they love and buy most. "Every week over a million customers are making the most of their personalised discounts and, by rolling this out to our checkouts, we're opening the door for millions more to grab fantastic offers on the items they already purchase and maybe even discover some new favourites." Sainsbury's recall warnings (Image: Danny Lawson) Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement, from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) June 27, 2025 Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affected specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.'
Glasgow Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Sainsbury's shoppers could save £150 with Your Nectar Prices
From Friday, July 25, Sainsbury's is introducing Your Nectar Prices in its UK supermarkets, giving customers a new way to access savings on the products they buy the most. Your Nectar Prices allow customers to get up to ten personalised offers each week, combining their favourite products and new recommendations based on their shopping habits. Sainsbury's say the new offers could save shoppers more than £150 over the course of the year. To access these savings, customers must be digitally registered with Nectar which can be done online at or via the Nectar app. Mark Given, Chief Marketing, Data & Sustainability Officer at Sainsbury's, says: 'Over the past few years, we've made significant strides with Nectar, with Nectar Prices being a big part of that success, bringing great value to millions of customers. 'But what really sets us apart is that we're leading the way by making loyalty personal. Shoppers want to feel recognised and rewarded and while Nectar Prices are for everyone, we know our customers love an offer that is made just for them. 'That's exactly what Your Nectar Prices delivers – it's about giving customers those extra savings on the products they love and buy most. "Every week over a million customers are making the most of their personalised discounts and, by rolling this out to our checkouts, we're opening the door for millions more to grab fantastic offers on the items they already purchase and maybe even discover some new favourites." Sainsbury's recall warnings (Image: Danny Lawson) Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement, from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) June 27, 2025 Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affected specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.'
South Wales Argus
17-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Sainsbury's shoppers could save £150 with Your Nectar Prices
From Friday, July 25, Sainsbury's is introducing Your Nectar Prices in its UK supermarkets, giving customers a new way to access savings on the products they buy the most. Your Nectar Prices allow customers to get up to ten personalised offers each week, combining their favourite products and new recommendations based on their shopping habits. Sainsbury's say the new offers could save shoppers more than £150 over the course of the year. To access these savings, customers must be digitally registered with Nectar which can be done online at or via the Nectar app. Mark Given, Chief Marketing, Data & Sustainability Officer at Sainsbury's, says: 'Over the past few years, we've made significant strides with Nectar, with Nectar Prices being a big part of that success, bringing great value to millions of customers. 'But what really sets us apart is that we're leading the way by making loyalty personal. Shoppers want to feel recognised and rewarded and while Nectar Prices are for everyone, we know our customers love an offer that is made just for them. 'That's exactly what Your Nectar Prices delivers – it's about giving customers those extra savings on the products they love and buy most. "Every week over a million customers are making the most of their personalised discounts and, by rolling this out to our checkouts, we're opening the door for millions more to grab fantastic offers on the items they already purchase and maybe even discover some new favourites." Sainsbury's recall warnings (Image: Danny Lawson) Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement, from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) June 27, 2025 Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affected specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.'
The Herald Scotland
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Sainsbury's shoppers could save £150 with Your Nectar Prices
Your Nectar Prices allow customers to get up to ten personalised offers each week, combining their favourite products and new recommendations based on their shopping habits. Sainsbury's say the new offers could save shoppers more than £150 over the course of the year. To access these savings, customers must be digitally registered with Nectar which can be done online at or via the Nectar app. Mark Given, Chief Marketing, Data & Sustainability Officer at Sainsbury's, says: 'Over the past few years, we've made significant strides with Nectar, with Nectar Prices being a big part of that success, bringing great value to millions of customers. 'But what really sets us apart is that we're leading the way by making loyalty personal. Shoppers want to feel recognised and rewarded and while Nectar Prices are for everyone, we know our customers love an offer that is made just for them. 'That's exactly what Your Nectar Prices delivers – it's about giving customers those extra savings on the products they love and buy most. "Every week over a million customers are making the most of their personalised discounts and, by rolling this out to our checkouts, we're opening the door for millions more to grab fantastic offers on the items they already purchase and maybe even discover some new favourites." Sainsbury's recall warnings (Image: Danny Lawson) Three popular products sold at Sainsbury's supermarkets across the UK have been recalled, as shoppers were told to 'stop using them immediately'. All of the recalled products present a fire risk, the recall warnings state. The Bosch Styline Toaster has been recalled due to a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. The affected products have codes of TAT8613GB and TAT8611GB, and the recall affects the white and black versions of the toaster. A recall statement, from producers Bosch, said: 'Bosch (BSH) is voluntarily recalling the above Styline Toaster models produced from October 2021 to April 2023 as the quality checks have revealed a technical fault which can cause the electronics to overheat and could cause a toaster fire. 'To minimize safety risks, please disconnect any affected toaster from the mains supply immediately and do not use it. 'For further details or if you have any questions, you can contact the customer care team on 01536 436236. 'Or if you would like to request a call back please email your contact details at bosch-toaster-action@ and one of Bosch team members will contact you. 'Bosch thank you for your understanding.' ⚠️Here is our monthly recall roundup for June⚠️ Visit for more information.#ProductRecalls #UkRecallsAndAlerts — Office for Product Safety and Standards (@OfficeforSandS) June 27, 2025 Sainsbury's warned shoppers that they had been informed of an issue affected specific units of rechargeable blenders from Nutribullet. A spokesman said: 'A small number of units have been identified as having a battery defect that could overheat during charging, creating a potential fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the serial number on the base of the blender. 'Please visit to verify if your blender is potentially affected and if so, register to receive a replacement product free of charge." The Air Fryers affected by the Tower recall have SKUs of 141407023 and 139987372, and both the 2.2 litre and 4 litre Tower Air Fryer are included in the recall. A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We have been requested by Tower to alert you to a product recall impacting three Tower branded air fryers produced between January 2022 to April 2023. 'A small number of units have been identified as having a potential manufacturing default that could cause the air fryer to overheat and pose a fire risk. 'Please stop using the item immediately, and check if you have an affected product by locating the product number on the base of the air fryer. 'Once you have identified that your product is impacted. Please visit to see if the batch number means it is included in the recall. 'If it is, follow the instruction on how to return your affected product. We take the quality and safety of our products extremely seriously and would like to apologise to customers affected for any inconvenience this may cause. 'No other batches are affected by this recall.'
