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£14m funding boost for universities

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:25:15 GMT

Academic researchers in Scotland will receive nearly £14 million from government grants and a commitment from universities to match the funding.

Flag of Europe replaced at Holyrood

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:25:15 GMT

The Flag of Europe outside the Scottish Parliament has been replaced after it was spotted flying with just 11 stars.

Industry warning on Flybe pull-out

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:25:14 GMT

Industry leaders have called for "urgent action" to safeguard flights between the Highlands and London as one of the main operators struck a deal to sell all its landing and departure slots at Gatwick Airport.

MSPs to vote through Forth crossing

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 03:25:15 GMT

The new bridge over the Firth of Forth will be officially sanctioned by MSPs in a vote.

Gun campaigner being recognised

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 03:25:15 GMT

A father whose toddler son was killed by a gunman with an illegal weapon will be presented with a letter of thanks from the UK Government, recognising his campaigning efforts.

Crews rescue boy wedged in chimney

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:25:18 GMT

A teenager had to be rescued by the fire service after falling down a chimney.

Watchdog in pay-off funds warning

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:25:14 GMT

Two-fifths of a half-billion-pound public sector pay-off fund was shared by just 1,200 high earners, the spending watchdog has found.

Family tribute for bike death boy

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:25:15 GMT

The grieving family of a boy who died following a crash between his bike and a mobile crane have paid tribute to their much-loved "ray of sunshine".

Hydro Bocelli concert moved back

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:25:15 GMT

The first concert announced for new £125 million Glasgow venue The Hydro is to be delayed, operators have confirmed.

Seatbelt 'may have saved bus girl'

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:25:15 GMT

A teenager who died on a school bus trip might have survived if she had worn a seatbelt and the driver had travelled slower, an inquiry has found.

Wife's tribute at soldier funeral

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:25:15 GMT

The wife of a serviceman killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan has told mourners at his funeral he will live on through their unborn son.

£6m fund for weather-hit farmers

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:25:16 GMT

Farmers hit by extreme weather can seek financial assistance from a £6 million government fund, Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead has announced.

Councils reform call dismissed

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:25:16 GMT

A suggestion that the number of councils be cut as part of the reform of public services has been dismissed by the Scottish Government.

Pair admit jewellery robbery charge

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:25:15 GMT

Two men have admitted taking part in a million-pound armed robbery at a jewellery shop, police said.

Cow handbag design offal-y daring

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:25:15 GMT

As fashion designs go, some might say it is just offal.

Largest wave energy farm approved

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:25:15 GMT

Plans for the world's largest commercial wave energy farm have been given the go-ahead.

Ashes commission wants public views

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:25:15 GMT

The independent commission set up in the wake of the baby ashes scandal has called for the views of bereaved parents, cremation staff and others to be submitted.

MP Eric Joyce faces airport charges

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:25:15 GMT

MP Eric Joyce is facing breach of the peace charges following an incident at Edinburgh Airport.

Church packed for soldier's funeral

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:25:14 GMT

Friends, family and soldiers have gathered in Midlothian for the funeral of one of three servicemen killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan.

Councils reform debate called for

Blairgowrie Advertiser — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:25:15 GMT

Cutting the number of councils and health boards across Scotland could lead to better services and reduced costs, a senior police officer has suggested.