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UK's net zero strategy is 'wearing thin' with the public, report finds


A new report warns that the UK's current approach to delivering net zero risks losing public support at the very moment it is needed most.

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ScotRail announce plans to replace high speed intercity trains

Before they are delivered to ScotRail, the new trains will undergo an £80 million makeover and refurbishment

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Aberdeen woman part of group suing Johnson & Johnson over talcum powder cancer claims

Helene Rose, from Aberdeen, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2024 after using the brand's talcum powder for years.

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Two men rushed to hospital after 'terrifying' assault on busy Ellon street

Police are urging witnesses to get in touch after two men were attacked by a group of males on Station Road.

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CCTV footage shows moment man attacked Aberdeen hospital staff with 'corrosive substance'

Piotr Huczysnki pled guilty to multiple charges including assault and discharging a firearm by spraying a corrosive substance.

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Car flips onto roof near Turriff as person airlifted to hospital in horror crash

Emergency crews including Police Scotland and Scottish Ambulance Service attended, with an ambulance, air ambulance, and critical care team also drafted to the crash site.

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Aberdeenshire health chiefs set budget despite staff struggles after 'brutal' cuts

"The pressure that has been on the workforce to deliver the savings and to achieve what we’re all saying has been amazing progress is having a dire impact on the workforce."

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Fraserburgh dad died after cardiac arrest during Ironman, inquest told

"His two-year-old daughter will not get to grow up with him, and the entire family is broken."

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NHS doctor shares three 'red flag' symptoms you should 'never ignore'

Dr Suraj Kukadia has shared the health warning signs that would worry your GP and should always be checked out

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Closing date for popular Fraserburgh shop announced as chain to shut four more sites

There were originally 29 stores across Scotland before the chain's collapse, but many have since closed down, and the firm is about to pull down the shutters across even more branches.

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Tourists urged to 'take the slow road' when exploring historic Aberdeenshire sites

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has launched three maps to help visitors who want to see Scotland's well-known and lesser-known historic sites, including large stretches of Aberdeenshire.

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Warning UK families are overspending by £325 on essentials every month

The average UK household is spending £325 more per month on essentials than they should, according to the latest MoneySuperMarket Money Index - and some are feeling the squeeze

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Meningitis warning as four eye symptoms could be easily 'overlooked'

An optician warns of four lesser-known eye indicators that could be easily missed

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Deaths in custody surge to highest level since 2012 with nearly 400 prisoners dying in 14 years

The latest figures come just days after a date was set for a probe into the jail death of a notorious murderer who led the infamous roof-top siege at Peterhead Prison in the 1980s.

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Stephen Robinson insists Aberdeen's homegrown talent will play if they can prove their worth

The Northern Irishman has a good track record for developing young talent, yet Aberdeen's academy has struggled to turn many of its stars into promising first team regulars.

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Man jailed for raping schoolgirl in Aberdeen car park after picking her up from taxi rank

Victor Popa, 35, attacked the stranded 14-year-old after picking her up from a taxi rank in Aberdeen

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How every north-east MSP voted on assisted dying bill as parliament rejects legislation

Opponents raised concerns about the potential impacts on vulnerable and disabled people – while others raised concerns about a lack of safeguards for medical professionals opting out of the process.

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Two rushed to hospital after lamppost crushes car in Aberdeen horror crash

Two men were rushed to hospital with serious injuries after yesterday's two-vehicle crash.

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Aberdeen health bosses slash budget in bid to save £14.5m - here is what will be cut

Members of the integration joint board agreed that the partnership will get £437million, of which 60% is funded by NHS Grampian while the other 40% will come from Aberdeen City Council.

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Aberdeen RNLI volunteer receives surprise celebration to mark 50 years of service

Bill Deans arrived at the city's lifeboat station last weekend believing he was heading out to lead a routine training exercise, but was instead surprised with a celebration.