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- Climate
- Daily Record
Lawyer explains what to do if neighbour's trees block your garden sunlight
As Brits enjoy the hot weather this summer, many will spend time in their gardens - but some may be frustrated to find their neighbour's tree is blocking the sunlight Legal experts have shed light on what can be done when a neighbour's tree is obstructing your sunlight. As Brits bask in the unusually warm and sunny weather this summer, many are spending considerable time in their gardens soaking up the rays. However, some may encounter problems or become irked when they find that their neighbour's tree is blocking the natural light from reaching their gardens. A team of legal professionals has clarified the regulations surrounding this issue and what steps you are entitled to take if you have a problem with your neighbour's tree. According to Spire Solicitors, an East Anglian law firm, your options may be more restricted than you anticipate when it comes to a neighbour's tree obscuring your sunlight. However, there are certain measures that can occasionally be taken, depending on various factors, reports the Express. The specialists clarify that under current UK law, there is no general right to light in a garden. In other words, you don't automatically have a legal right to insist that a tree be pruned back or removed if it is casting a shadow over your garden. However, under the Prescription Act 1832, you do have a right to light in windows and rooms in your home. This means that you can take action if light has entered a window uninterrupted for 20 years or more until now, the right has not been waived or altered by agreement, or the light obstruction significantly interferes with the room's use. If you find yourself in any of these situations, it's usually necessary to seek professional assessment and legal advice. The best initial step if problems arise is to have a peaceful chat with your neighbour. Should your neighbour's tree branches extend over the boundary into your property, you are legally entitled to trim them back up to the boundary line. However, you must remain on your own property while doing so, as you do not have the legal right to enter their land to perform this task. If the issue lies with a neighbour's hedges blocking light, you may be able to lodge a complaint. This could be the case if the hedge has grown taller than two metres, if it has encroached onto your property, or if it consists of two or more evergreen or semi-evergreen trees or shrubs. Trees are a subject that can pose issues between neighbours in other ways besides obstructing the sun. If one feels that a tree next door is overhanging into their property, they may feel entitled to sort out the issue themselves. However experts previously dished out separate legal guidance for this, which can help resolve the problem while keeping both sides of the fence happy. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Scottish Sun
23-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Former Celtic star Jeffrey Schlupp ‘poised to find new club' as veteran free agent attracts interest
FORMER Celtic loanee and free agent Jeffrey Schlupp is closing in on his next club., according to reports. The 32-year-old spent the second half of the campaign on loan at Parkhead from Crystal Palace last season - and impressed at points. 3 Jeffrey Schlupp is closing in on a move - to Norwich Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 Jeffrey Schlupp had some good moments during his Parkhead loan stint Credit: Kenny Ramsay He hit free agency this summer with the Hoops - who have added Kieran Tierney to their ranks and let Greg Taylor walk for PAO - have so far declining to offer him a permanent deal. And now the BBC are among outlets reporting that Norwich City are set to snap the player up on a free transfer. Schlupp made 18 appearances in all for Celtic including a standout display away to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. But now he's set to pen a deal with the Canaries under new boss Liam Manning. Utility man Schlupp, 32, said back in March he'd consider anything Celts were prepared to offer him - but admitted there had been no talks over a deal for next season. He said: "Regarding next season, nothing has been spoken about. "I had to think seriously about coming here in the first place, and anything that happens in the summer will be a big decision for me too — but we'll see what happens." Norwich are also keen on Celtic winger Yang, who could arrive on a loan deal from Parkhead. They're in the market for a new winger after losing star man Borja Sainz in a mega money deal. The East Anglian side made an incredible profit on Spanish winger Sainz who they signed on a free transfer from Turkish side Giresunspor in 2023. Celtic star Daizen Maeda spotted doing press-ups in technical area after being subbed-off against Sporting Lisbon But the Hoops have let Nicolas Kuhn join Como for £17m while Luis Palma has joined Lech Poznan on a season-long loan. Jota is out long-term - although the Hoops have added Benjamin Nygren, who can operate out wide or in the No 10 role. 3 Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
The Max Aarons baptism of fire Rangers star survived as Norwich ally reveals new man can handle the heat
Rangers' latest signing survived being thrown into Norwich's fiercest fixture as a rookie 18-year-old for his league debut Max Aarons was handed a Norwich baptism of fire in the derby jokingly dubbed the Old Farm. The then 18-year-old refused to be cowed by Ipswich fans in that league debut at Portman Road seven years ago. But the Rangers new boy will soon discover handling the beast that is the Old Firm is a country mile from that first taste of footballing rivalry. Few would argue the intensity of the East Anglia derby falls short of the fiery furnace of Glasgow's bitter contest. But still, for a young Canary hoping to take flight there was hardly a bigger or more intimidating fixture to start out than that 1-1 draw in enemy territory. Rather than have his wings clipped, the full-back rose to the challenge. So much so that Daniel Farke simply couldn't take him back out the team. Aarons went on to make 41 league appearances that season as Norwich stormed to the Championship title. And for ex-Carrow Road team mate Michael McGovern that day in Ipswich was all the proof he needed that Aarons was the real deal. The former Celtic goalkeeper knows few footballing rivalries compare to what lies in store for Russell Martin's first signing. But he has no doubt Aarons is built for the challenge. McGovern, who spent seven years at Norwich, said: 'I know Max really well, we used to sit beside each other in the changing room. 'I played in his debut in a cup game against Stevenage and then a few weeks later he made his league debut away to Ipswich Town which is obviously a huge rivalry, the biggest game for Norwich fans. 'He was put straight in from the start, he was only 18, but he came in for that East Anglian derby and was excellent. 'He handled the occasion superbly well. It's not quite on the Old Firm level but for an 18-year-old lad to make their debut in that environment it was a huge test. 'Daniel Farke clearly trusted him and the thing about Max is he has a really good temperament. Even back then. 'So as much as it is difficult to play for a club like Rangers and be in the Glasgow goldfish bowl, Max will be fine because he has a really good head on his shoulders. 'He isn't fazed by anything really. Remember he has now played in big games in the Premier League. He's played away at Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and both Manchester clubs many times. He was young and that would have been a real learning curve. 'Not just that but he handled the pressure of two separate title wins in the Championship which is a really competitive league. 'So I'm sure he will handle Rangers and Scottish football. He will relish the challenge. 'Max is a top player with so much potential till to do well at Ibrox. He has played a lot of games at a young age. He's also had a taste of playing in Spain so I think Rangers are getting a really good player.' Aarons arrived on a season-long loan deal from Bournemouth on Wednesday - and immediately set his sights on kick starting his career that stalled last season with just two starts for the Cherries and five appearances for Valencia in a La Liga loan stint. The 25-year-old will go head-to-head with skipper James Tavernier for the right back spot at Ibrox. And McGovern reckons there's no way Aarons is moving north to play second fiddle. He said: 'That's up to Russell Martin who starts in each position! 'I don't know where Max will fit in. Naturally he is a right back but he can also play on the left. 'But I imagine he will be going in there to play. 'He's not going to want to go somewhere and not play because he didn't play too much at Bournemouth last season or on loan at Valencia. 'He just needs regular games. I'm pretty sure if he gets that you will see a player who was quoted as a £20m player not so long ago. 'Max is really comfortable on the ball. He's a good one v one defender and really good going forward. He's intelligent and knows the game. 'He just needs regular football. He has a good chance of getting that at Rangers. I think he will be an asset for them this season.' That £20m valuation comes from reported Manchester United interest in Aarons three years ago while the player was at his peak with Norwich. The Canaries refused to cash in and by the time he moved on in 2023 - with just a year left on his contract - they had to settle for a £7m from Bournemouth. Now he's preparing for a crack at Scottish football after becoming the first signing of the Martin era. And his first competitive action could come in the form of a European debut in the Champions League qualifier against Panathinaikos next month. McGovern said: 'Max is a Premier League quality player. It's a shame there's no option to buy for Rangers. Bournemouth are probably looking at Max as an asset who can make them a good few quid in the future. 'He just needs games and a bit of love. He's not had too many games the last year or so. But he will hopefully get that platform with Rangers.'
STV News
11-06-2025
- General
- STV News
Community fundraiser for memorial 150 years on from fishing disaster
A Fife fishing community is raising £30,000 to build a memorial garden commemorating the worst fishing disaster to ever hit the Kingdom. Some 37 men from the close-knit fishing villages of the East Neuk all died when a storm hit off the Norfolk coast in the 19th century. Around 80 Fife boats had spent months following the East Anglian herring season. But three from St Monans and two from Cellardyke never returned. Mary Henderson from St Monans Heritage Centre told STV News: 'You can just imagine how awful it was for the wives, children and parents, waiting at the harbour, looking out to see if these boats were anywhere, waiting for a telegram to arrive and…nothing. 'They were all related to each other – there were brothers, uncles, son-in-laws. The entire community was affected in one way or another.' The only permanent memorial marking the disaster is hundreds of miles south in Norfolk, where eight of the men are buried. Fife Architects via Supplied The community in St Monans is hoping to build a permanent memorial in the 150th anniversary year of the disaster Four of James Paterson's ancestors died in the tragedy. He told STV News: 'My great-great grandad was the skipper of the Beautiful Star. 'It's really emotional. It would be fantastic, and we're really hoping that everything goes ahead. We want to help as much as we can.' Hugh Wallace, a member of the St Monans Memorial Garden Committee, said: 'These were families that were known, people would have been in each other's homes, and this would have changed everything for them. 'We want to have this place so that people who are coming as visitors, as well as people in the community, can remember and always be grateful for those who gave their lives…just as there is in King's Lynn where the accident took place.' STV News Hugh Wallace is part of a group fundraising for a permanent memorial garden in St Monans. As devastating as the disaster was for Fife, it also had a profound impact on the fishing communities of Norfolk. A memorial, in the shape of the 'Beautiful Star' boat, was erected in the town of King's Lynn, where eight of the fishermen are buried. STV News The 'Beautiful Star' memorial lies in the Hardwick Road Cemetery in the English town of King's Lynn. The memorial was paid for by public subscription and records detail how people lined the streets for the funerals of men they treated as their own. 'The whole town turned out, the grief was deeply felt,' said local historian Dr Paul Richards Representatives from King's Lynn are to be invited to Scotland for an opening ceremony if the memorial garden can be built in time for the 150th anniversary in November. STV News Local historian Dr Paul Richards told STV News that people lined the streets for the Fife fishermen's funerals. Dr Richards said: 'That community response I know was much appreciated in Fife but the people of King's Lynn are very proud that they were able to help and to show respect and to honour their fisherfolk. 'We have not forgotten and we hope to be together in November.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Daily Mirror
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
UK weather maps turn red as temperatures to soar to 27 in two weeks
Some weather maps are predicting that temperatures in the UK could go up to 27C this month - the UK has just had its warmest spring on record, provisional figures suggest Brits could be about to bake in some toasty temperatures as some weather maps turn red. Predictions from WX Charts suggest that temperatures could soar to up to 27C from June 12, with the East of England predicted to be the warmest of all. A red band of summer heat will stretch from London to Norwich, the map predicts, with the East Anglian city predicted to be 26. Temperatures could also be high all the way up to Newcastle. Further warm figures are possible in the southeast such as Sussex and Surrey, with 21C predicted. The warm weather could also spread across the southwest, with Somerset, Devon and Cornwall predicted to be slightly cooler but still warm at 17 to 20C. In the Midlands, the WX Charts map turns more orange due to predicted temperatures of up to 23C. Manchester and the surrounding areas, meanwhile, could also be around 23C. Newcastle looks to be the hottest place in the north of England at 21C into the evening that week. The eastern part of Wales will also be the hottest part of the country at 22C and Cardiff could see temperatures of 20C. Northern Ireland and Scotland look set to be cooler. There could be a milder feel of around 14C. For the same period, experts at the Met Office think June 7 to June 16 will be an 'unsettled' time, particularly at the start with many 'if not all' areas seeing showers and 'longers spells of rain'. The UK weather service said 'At first, wet weather may be focussed across the south of the UK but it looks like this focus will fairly quickly shift northwards during the first few days'. It added: 'Towards the middle of June, there is an increased chance that high pressure will become more dominant, at least in the south. This would result in some longer periods of drier weather, although unsettled spells remain likely. Following a rather cool start to this period, there is a greater chance of warmer spells towards mid-June.' It comes after provisional figures showed the UK had its warmest spring on record and its driest in more than 50 years. The three months from March to May were also the sunniest spring on record for the UK, the figures reveal. The figures come after north-west England became the first region in the country to declare a drought following the exceptionally dry spring, farmers struggled to grow crops, and millions of households were warned they could face hosepipe bans this summer without sustained rainfall. And environmental campaigners said the latest data was a 'stark warning' that climate change was no longer a distant threat, but one which needed immediate action. Spring temperatures surpassed the long term average by 1.4C and beat the previous warmest spring in 2024, in records dating back to Met Office said that eight of the 10 warmest springs on record had occurred since 2000 and the three warmest had been since 2017, in a sign of the changing climate.
