It’s been four years since then-first minister Nicola Sturgeon called Scotland’s drug deaths problem a public health emergency. Today, the current first minister John Swinney arrived at The Thistle drug consumption room in Glasgow. When it opens on Monday, it will be the first and only place in the UK where people will be able to take drugs without fear of arrest. The Scottish Government hopes it will help drug users access wider support, as well as reduce the risk of viruses such as HIV. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken visit the Thistle Centre Safer Drugs Consumption Facility in Glasgow, the UK's first safer drug consumption room, ahead of its opening on Monday. While drugs remain illegal in Scotland, users inside the facility can access clean needles and NHS staff support to reduce harm and improve safety. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Scotland's Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes, Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the Taoiseach Simon Harris, sit down with leaders from the Council's eight Member Administrations for the plenary meeting during the British-Irish Council (BIC) summit in Edinburgh. Formed in the wake of the Good Friday Agreement, this will be the 42nd meeting of the intergovernmental forum. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer poses for a family photograph alongside the Taoiseach Simon Harris, Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill, Scotland's First Minister John Swinney and Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan during the British-Irish Council (BIC) summit in Edinburgh. Formed in the wake of the Good Friday Agreement, this will be the 42nd meeting of the intergovernmental forum. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Every Thursday, our Money blog team interviews chefs from around the UK, hearing about their cheap food hacks and more. This week we chat to Emily Cuddeford from.. Sky News
Thousands of people braved the cold weather in London to help mark the New Year. The chimes of Big Ben and a spectacular fireworks display at the London Eye went ahead, despite concerns about adverse weather conditions – which had led authorities to cancel the traditional Hogmanay celebration in Edinburgh. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
We now know who will be replacing the late Ray Stevenson in season two of 'Ahsoka.' The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Scottish actor Rory McCann will fill the role formerly played by Stevenson for a second season of the Star Wars series. McCann, who was recently on the big screen in 'Gladiator II,' is best known for playing The Hound on HBO's 'Game of Thrones.'
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Scotland's first minister has said a call to strip rugby player Stuart Hogg of his MBE in the wake of his domestic abuse conviction is "reasonable and.. Sky News
The prime minister says the UK is not considering whether to unban the organisation that has taken power of Syria despite cabinet minister Pat McFadden suggesting the decision could be swift. During a visit to Saudi Arabia, Sir Keir Starmer says there is "no decision pending at all" on whether to remove Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) from the list of proscribed terrorist organisations, adding it is "far too early". Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Pat McFadden says the government wants "innovators and disrupters" in the civil service system. Delivering a speech in east London, the chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster says, "You might remember a few years ago, there was a call for weirdos and misfits in the system”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden describes the situation in Syria as “very uncertain”, saying “let’s see what the character of the new regime turns out to be”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden says Louise Haigh's resignation is a contrast to what was seen in the past Conservative government, praising the swift resolution as hallmarks of Keir Starmer’s leadership style. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A Sikh group has been left "disappointed" after Labour failed to open an inquiry into potential links between the UK and deaths of hundreds of Sikhs at the.. Sky News
England's men's players have the "power" to make their own stand and refuse to play Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy, says Labour MP Tonia Antoniazzi. BBC Sport
Rachel Reeves vowed to stand by her “non-negotiable” fiscal rules, as her mission to China was overshadowed by further turbulence in the gilt markets. Visiting bicycle-maker Brompton’s flagship Beijing store on Saturday, the Chancellor declined to give a running commentary on the financial markets in the UK, but said the rules she set for herself in October were essential for economic stability. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Arsenal’s ‘No More Red’ campaign continues its fight against knife crime in London. Backed by England star Declan Rice, the initiative uses sport to tackle youth violence and provide positive role models. Speaking to ITV News London, Rice highlighted the programme’s impact on teenagers and the importance of inspiring change both on and off the pitch. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Today marks 40 years since the launch of the Sinclair C5, a groundbreaking electric tricycle created by British inventor Sir Clive Sinclair. Although met with a mixed reception in 1985, the innovative vehicle is now recognised as a trailblazer for electric transport. Former Top Gear presenter James May says that the tricycle paved the way for the future of electric transport. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Ange Postecoglou has revealed Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is back home and doing fine after his sickening head injury during Wednesday’s Carabao Cup tie with Liverpool. Bentancur was substituted in the 15th minute after he required lengthy treatment having appeared to headbutt the floor from a corner after six minutes. Postecoglou confirmed Bentancur is now going through concussion protocols, which rules him out of Sunday’s trip to non-league club Tamworth in the FA Cup third round. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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