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Census results show Scotland has record high population of 5.4 million

Scotland’s population was estimated to be 5,436,600 on Census Day on March 20 2022, according to new data released today by National Records of…

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First Minister urges UK Government not to block safe drug consumption room pilot

THE First Minister has urged the UK Government not to block a safe drug consumption room pilot after the Lord Advocate gave the scheme the green…

The National (Scotland)

‘Not in public interest’ to prosecute for possession in drugs consumption room

Scotland’s Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain KC issued a statement amid growing calls for a drugs consumption room to be established in Glasgow.

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Slight increase in Scotland’s suicide rates in 2022, figures show

Scotland’s suicide rates for 2022 saw a small increase to 762 probable deaths, figures published by National Records of Scotland (NRS) revealed.

The National (Scotland)

First Minister intervenes in row over safe consumption rooms after Westminster block

Scotland’s First Minister has urged the UK Government to look at the evidence for drug consumption rooms and allow a facility to open in Glasgow.

The National (Scotland)

Ministers ‘playing politics’ on drugs rather than saving lives, claims Sarwar

The Scottish Labour leader was speaking after the Home Affairs Committee backed the creation of a drug consumption room pilot in Glasgow.

The Independent UK

Anas Sarwar backs Westminster control over Scottish drugs laws

SCOTTISH Labour leader Anas Sarwar has said he does not support the devolution of drug laws following a report from a Westminster committee…

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MPs call for safe spaces to be created for illegal drug consumption in UK

If Westminster remains unwilling to support a Glasgow pilot, the power to establish it should be devolved to the Scottish government, MPs said

The Independent UK

Safe drug consumption facilities should be piloted in the UK, MPs say

If Westminster remains unwilling to support a Glasgow pilot, the power to establish it should be devolved to the Scottish Government, MPs said.

The Independent UK

Cost of Scotland's census revealed as price tag more than doubled

THE cost of Scotland’s census conducted out of sync with the rest of the UK has been revealed.

The National (Scotland)

Adopted children’s names removed from website following privacy concerns

The Information Commissioner’s Office said it does not appear to have had a formal report on the breach.

The Independent UK

Top of the tots: Lanarkshire's most popular names for newborns are revealed

The official records for both council areas were published.

Daily Record

Mortal Kombat 1 hands-on preview: Beyond the gore

With Mortal Kombat 1, Netherrealm Studios is poised to deliver an excellent new beginning for its genre-defining franchise.

Windows Central

Scotland's death rate rises six per cent in first quarter of year as births fall

Scotland’s death rate was 6.2 per cent higher than the five-year average in the first quarter of this year, according to analysis.

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Damage to Glasgow parks after major gigs like TRNSMT 'taking years to be fixed'

Two community councils said the council was taking too long to carry out repairs, despite concert promoters paying for work to be done.

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Rare chance to see Declaration of Arbroath on display starts this week

THE Declaration of Arbroath will go on display for the first time in 18 years on Saturday ...

The National (Scotland)

Scottish areas with highest – and lowest – number of foreign voters shown in new data

THERE are more foreign nationals registered to vote in Scottish elections than ever before, newly published data from the National Records of…

Glasgow Live

Scotland's weirdest baby names with Lucifer, Ranger, Sailor and Greatness among most bizarre

National Records of Scotland files show a whole range of unusual names given to newborns across the country in 2022, including Aladdin, Lzarus, Lava and Anointed.

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Glasgow Live

Deaths of cyclists and pedestrians in Glasgow prompts police and council safety group

The death of French student Emma Newman is just one of several in recent months, and councillors have called for more work on safety.

Edinburgh Live

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Jack knocked off top spot as most popular baby name in Scotland, new data shows

Scotland's most popular baby names have been announced.

The Independent UK

Noah knocks Jack off top spot to be most popular baby name in Scotland

The National Records of Scotland data also shows Olivia was the most popular name for girls born last year.

Glasgow Live

Scotland's most popular baby names of 2022 as top spot changes for first time in 14 years

There have been some big changes in the most popular baby names in Scotland with the top pick for a boy changing for the first time in 14 years as well as some surprising risers.

Daily Record

Deaths in Scotland outnumber births as country sees 'negative natural change'

New figures from National Records of Scotland (NRS) showed that there was a “shortfall” of 15,983 births compared to deaths in 2022.

Daily Record

Scotland's most popular baby names from 100 years ago as mums now shun classic picks

Parents are no longer keen on biblical names, including Mary and John.

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