Support for the “vital and precious” institution of the NHS will be at the heart of the upcoming Scottish Budget, John Swinney has said. The First Minister visited Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert where he met staff and toured the ambulatory care centre. He said the NHS will be “right at the heart” of the Scottish Budget, which will be published by Finance Secretary Shona Robison on Wednesday. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Tributes have been paid to former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond at a memorial service in Edinburgh's St Giles' Cathedral, following his death from a suspected heart attack in October. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Alex Salmond has been described as an "inspiration", "political genius" and a "giant of a man" at a memorial service held for the former Scottish first minister.. Sky News
Palliative care doctor Dr Rachel Clarke has criticised MPs' decision to back assisted dying legislation in England and Wales. She accused the government of neglecting care funding, saying it prioritises making death easier over improving lives. Clarke called the move shameful, arguing that the lack of investment in care services undermines the dignity and quality of life for those in need. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Captain Angharad James says "they haven't seen anything yet" as Wales go into the second leg of their Euro 2025 play-off final with Republic of Ireland level at.. BBC Sport
Northern Ireland defender Laura Rafferty says that her side needs to be "brave and aggressive" in the second leg of their Euro 2025 play-off against Norway. BBC Sport
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on rock band The Slow Readers Club with his predictions for the midweek Premier League fixtures. BBC Sport
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