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BBC News
2 days ago
- Politics
- BBC News
Scottish Green leadership nominations revealed
The four candidates to become the next co-leaders of the Scottish Greens have been Ashmole, Ross Greer, Gillian Mackay and Lorna Slater have been nominated for the party said no candidates were running as a slate, so any combination of two out of the four could be elected.A ballot will open in the middle of August with results expected to be announced at the end of the month. One of the two current co-leaders, Patrick Harvie, announced earlier this year that he was stepping down from the role he had occupied for nearly 17 leaders serve two-year terms, with the latest election falling to take place this of the four nominations are currently sitting has been co-leader along with Harvie since 2019 and is a Lothian regional represents West Scotland while Mackay represents Central most recently stood for the Scottish Greens in the 2024 General Election in the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale seat retained by Conservative David Mundell.
Daily Record
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
How to get to Oasis Murrayfield gigs by bus, train or tram - full public transport options
There's an array of options to get to and from the gigs with ease - but be sure to beat the crowds. As the countdown to the much-anticipated Oasis Edinburgh shows continues, it's time to start planning your way to and from the gig. And with over 67,000 fans descending on the stadium for each of the Gallaghers' three shows in the Scots capital, it's safe to say that you don't want to leave your organising to the last minute. Liam and Noel will be taking to the Edinburgh stage on August 8, 9, and 12, when eager fans will finally hear hits like Wonderwall and Don't Look Back in Anger for the first time since the brothers' infamous fallout 15 years ago. But with such a large-scale series of events, which chaotically coincides with the Edinburgh Fringe and Festival, it's very important to know how you're going to get to and from the gigs amid the crowds. With this in mind, we've rounded up some ways you can get to and from Murrayfield Stadium for the concert, including bus, train and tram. For Edinburgh road closures taking place during the gigs, see our list here. But scroll down for everything you need to know about public transport to Murrayfield. Train Murrayfield Stadium is a 23-minute walk from Haymarket train station, according to Google Maps, so those travelling into Edinburgh from elsewhere for the gig would do well to get off the train here. Be mindful that Waverly Station is a fair bit further to Murrayfield, although plenty buses or trams are available to get to Murrayfield from there. Scroll down for all the best inner city bus options. Bus Citylink is offering special services straight to the concert venue from Dundee, Perth Broxden, Halbeath Park and Ride, and Kinross Park and Ride to take you straight to the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium. However, Citylink notes that because these are special services, NEC cards won't be valid. Flixbus and Megabus also offer varied options for those travelling from further afield to Edinburgh city centre. If you've made your way to town in Edinburgh, several Lothian buses will take you straight to the doorstep of Murrayfield (where there are also many pubs to have a pint before heading in). The standard adult single fare for Lothian buses is £2.20. Some Lothian bus options include: 26 Clerwood (Lothian buses) 31 Eastcraigs (Lothian buses) 12 Gyle Centre You can get off at Roseburn Gardens or Murrayfield Road to be deposited just outside the venue. Other buses that pass by Murrayfield include the Citylink 900 to Glasgow, although this option may also be pricier than Lothian buses. Tram For those looking for a speedier option from Waverly or Haymarket station, or from Edinburgh city centre, the tram is another perfect way of getting to the gig. With a stop directly at Murrayfield Stadium, you can be dropped directly at the gig in a few minutes. But be sure to always buy your tram ticket at the stop before boarding, as tickets are unavailable to buy once you've hopped on. A return adult ticket for inner city travel on the tram is £4.20, or it's £2.20 for a single. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get to and from the gig, especially when trying to catch a bus or train, as it's likely to be extremely busy on all three nights. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Scotsman
19-07-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
NHS Lothian radiographer says recognition for her work 'meant the world'
Scotland's Health Awards 2025 are now open for nominations. 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... A Lothian woman has said that recognition for her work in radiography 'meant the world to her'. Lindsey Todd, who works for NHS Lothian, was awarded the Allied Health Professional Award last year at Scotland's Health Awards 2024, hosted by The Scotsman. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She works as a specialist radiographer and has nearly two decades of experience. As well as this, she initiated a Radiographer-led CT Guided Lumbar Nerve Root Injection service which has enhanced patient access and has helped to reduce wait times. The award, which is sponsored by Glasgow Caledonian School of Health and Life Sciences, is for an Allied Health Professional providing excellent care and support for people in Scotland. Allied Health Professionals are a group of practitioners who apply their expertise to assess, diagnose, treat, discharge and rehabilitate people of all ages across health, education, housing, social care, voluntary and independent sectors. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Lindsey Todd received the award last year for her work as an Allied Health Professional. | Lisa Ferguson Interviewed off stage after receiving the award, Lindsey said: 'Winning the award means the world to me. 'Not only for the service that I initiated, but drawing attention to the fact that advanced practise helps our patients, especially in an allied health professional role. 'It's just not seen often enough and it's nice to bring attention to that.' Covering a wide spectrum of care, Allied Health Professionals encompass professional groups including art therapists, drama therapists, music therapists, podiatrists, dietitians, occupational therapists, prosthetists and orthotists, paramedics, orthoptists, physiotherapists, diagnostic radiographers, therapeutic radiographers, speech and language therapists. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Teams and groups cannot be nominated for this award, however, if you want to nominate a support team or group then there is also the 'Top Team' Award'. Awards aim to recognise wide range of healthcare workers Other award categories include care for mental health, as well as awards for the doctor, nurse, top team, support worker, young achiever, volunteer, midwife and leader of the year. Last year another winner was Karli Whittle from NHS Fife who was recognised for her career as a support worker. Aaron Smith from NHS Forth Valley was recognised with the Volunteer Award for his hundreds of volunteer hours since 2008. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The Scotsman spoke to the health secretary as nominations officially opened for 2025 to hear just how important Scotland's Health Awards are. Caroline Lamb, chief executive of NHS Scotland and director-general health and social care, and Health Secretary Neil Gray at the launch of The Scotsman Health Awards 2025, which will be held in the Edinburgh Corn Exchange in November. | Lisa Ferguson 'I'm delighted to announce the launch of Scotland's Health Awards 2025,' Mr Gray said. 'These awards offer the opportunity to not only acknowledge all of our fantastic colleagues who work tirelessly day in, day out across our health and care services, they give us the chance to show what their extraordinary achievements mean to each and every individual in Scotland. 'I've witnessed first-hand the incredible work that goes on across our health and care settings. That's why I'm so pleased that these awards recognise frontline health and social care workers and also celebrate those who work so hard in support roles to ensure our services achieve the highest quality of care and patient experience.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Nominations are now open across 17 award categories, which all aim to recognise frontline health and social care workers and celebrate those who work hard behind the scenes to make sure patients across the country get the highest level of care possible.
Edinburgh Reporter
11-07-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
Lothian Buses warns Edinburgh residents about free Ridacard scam
Lothian Buses has warned Edinburgh residents about a scam targeting city bus riders. According to the company, fraudsters on Facebook have been making posts claiming that the first 500 residents to visit a website, complete a form and pay £2 will get a 6 month Ridacard. Lothian has said that they are not offering any free Ridacards, and urge anyone who completed the survey and paid the £2 to contact their banking provider immediately. In a post on Facebook, they wrote: 'We've been made aware of another Facebook scam. 'Please do not click any links or provide bank information to a third party. If you have done so, please notify your banking provider immediately.' The company's Ridacards offer unlimited travel across the Lothian network, including the trams, East Coast Buses and Lothian Country. It does not offer a six-month Ridacard, instead offering weekly cards for £24.50, monthly ones for £73, and yearly ones for £700. Students are also able to get discounted Ridacards, and can purchase one which only covers the university term at a cost of £530. Ridacards cannot be bought online, and are only available at one of the company's Travel Hubs in Edinburgh. The scammers claim in their social media posts and on their website that the giveaway is to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Lothian Buses. Visitors to the site are asked to complete a short survey, asking how they feel about Lothian Buses' service, and are then asked to provide personal information. After this, they are redirected to the website for a Cypriot do-it-yourself website building service, and asked to enter their card details for a £3 purchase. In the fine print below the form for the card details, the website says that the £3 is for a four day trial of the company's services, after which the user would be entered into a £92/month subscription with the firm. When contacted by phone, the firm denied that it sold bus passes, and said that they only sold 'digital services'. By Joseph Sullivan Local Democracy Reporter Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
11-07-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Edinburgh's bus company issues warning after Facebook scam offers cheap Ridacards
Lothian Buses has warned Edinburgh residents about a scam targeting city bus riders. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, 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... According to the company, fraudsters on Facebook have been making posts claiming that the first 500 residents to visit a website, complete a form and pay £2 will get a 6 month Ridacard. Lothian has said that they are not offering any free Ridacards, and urge anyone who completed the survey and paid the £2 to contact their banking provider immediately. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In a post on Facebook, they wrote: 'We've been made aware of another Facebook scam. 'Please do not click any links or provide bank information to a third party. If you have done so, please notify your banking provider immediately.' Lothian Buses has warned Edinburgh residents about a scam targeting city bus riders. | LDR The company's Ridacards offer unlimited travel across the Lothian network, including the trams, East Coast Buses and Lothian Country. It does not offer a six-month Ridacard, instead offering weekly cards for £24.50, monthly ones for £73, and yearly ones for £700. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Students are also able to get discounted Ridacards, and can purchase one which only covers the university term at a cost of £530. Ridacards cannot be bought online, and are only available at one of the company's Travel Hubs in Edinburgh. The scammers claim in their social media posts and on their website that the giveaway is to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Lothian Buses. Visitors to the site are asked to complete a short survey, asking how they feel about Lothian Buses' service, and are then asked to provide personal information. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad After this, they are redirected to the website for a Cypriot do-it-yourself website building service, and asked to enter their card details for a £3 purchase. In the fine print below the form for the card details, the website says that the £3 is for a four day trial of the company's services, after which the user would be entered into a £92/month subscription with the firm. When contacted by phone, the firm denied that it sold bus passes, and said that they only sold 'digital services'.
