North East Radio Scotland

In recent years, the prison estate has struggled with overcrowding issues, leading to concerns about the welfare of inmates as well as the ability to deliver programmes which would reduce reoffending.

The council previously threw out a proposal to expand the park by 18 lodges back in October 2024, with an appeal to the Scottish Government unsuccessful as the reporter shared the same view as councillors.

Eight victims who were prescribed Depo-Provera met with politicians at Holyrood this week after they each developed benign tumours that grow around the brain and spinal cord.

Temperatures reached a sweltering high of 29.4C at Dyce on Tuesday

A win would secure Scotland's place in the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time ever, but a defeat leaves the nation's hopes in serious jeopardy.

Standing in Scotland's way of a place in the last 32 are five-time champions Brazil, coached by Ancelotti who has won a record five Champions League titles as coach.