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Streeting likens social media to tobacco as pressure grows for under-16s ban
The Government’s consultation closes at the end of Tuesday. -
More temperature records could tumble after scorching bank holiday
The UK recorded its provisional all-time hottest meteorological spring temperature when Kew Gardens, south-west London, hit 34.8C. -
Oil and gas has long-term future if UK Government backs industry, report says
The decline of the North Sea is being accelerated unnecessarily, the Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce said. -
Poorer drivers more likely to miss out on car finance payouts, lawyers say
Around 1.1 million low-value car finance agreements will not be eligible for redress, consumer law firm Slater and Gordon found. -
Metallica urge UK fans to give blood ahead of Britain tour dates
The metal veterans are calling on their followers to donate blood and plasma. -
Warning over digital destruction of childhood as youngsters admit online overuse
Children First warns Scotland is ‘sleepwalking’ into crisis. -
Less than half of people feel confident about investing – survey
Six in 10 people surveyed think some people are ‘born investors,’ Aviva said. -
Police under investigation report feeling suicidal, watchdog says
The inspectorate raised concerns over Police Scotland’s conduct, discipline and whistleblowing systems. -
Fatboy Slim: Grassroots venues are where music scenes begin
The British DJ has joined a nationwide three-day festival to support small venues. -
Food staple prices set to remain more expensive in long term – report
Food price rises leading on from ‘major shocks’ tend to come down only slowly and partially afterwards, according to analysis from the ECIU.

