Christmas summit call from Scottish Labour leader

A mum has created her own Christmas advert and made her son the star of the show.Toddler Lincoln Norris has captured hearts after appearing in the festive ad, pretending to work in their family shop.And proud mum Lisa Norris, 29, says it could rival the famous John Lewis Christmas advert – despite creating the video on her iPad for less than £25.The 90 second video, filmed at the Ayton Mini Market, in Ayton, Scottish Borders, sees two-year-old Lincoln hard at work in the store, scanning

struggling families face a bleak Christmas.Angela Boyce, 46, assistant service manager with children’s charity ­Aberlour, admits: “Sometimes we can’t make it better but we can make it a bit less rubbish.”Whether it’s donating toys to a local appeal or giving cash to one of the many charities tackling child poverty, there are lots of things you can do to help spread a bit of festive happiness.Here are some of the many ­community groups, national charities and local appeals seeking your help.Many

South Lanarkshire, and between the four nations during December 23 and 27 to form a bubble, and must only join one bubble. The five-day period provides time for travel, and for those who may have to work over Christmas.

The government has announced it will ease coronavirus restrictions over Christmas - allowing three households to meet for a limited time.The arrangement, which has been agreed by the UK government and leaders in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, will apply from December 23 to 27.Everyone in the bubble can stay in any of those three people’s houses, and go to outdoor public spaces like parks and places of worship together.Each bubble will be “fixed” and exclusive - meaning you can’t be in

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Get the stories that interest you straight to your inbox every day with our personalised newsletterNicola Sturgeon says she hopes to agree a "common framework" for Christmas lockdown across the UK today.But the First Minister warned easing of restrictions in Scotland "might differ" to the rest of the country as key talks take place around the festive break.The First Minister is currently locked in a meeting with leaders from the devolved administrations and Cabinet Office Minister, Michael

follow our blog.The government is meeting with the leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to discuss plans to allow families to reunite over Christmas.A Cobra meeting bringing together the UK government and the devolved administrations will be held this afternoon to agree on a four-nation approach to relaxing coronavirus restrictions over the festive period.

dad has hosted a virtual switch on of his festive lights display with people tuning in from as far away as Canada and Ireland. Iain Fleming, 35, lit up his house to 'cheer up the neighbours' but his sparkling display of more than 25,000 bulbs ended up attracting a global audience.

Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford have reportedly been axed from This Morning because of an argument over a Christmas bauble that was meant to be presented to Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.TV host Eamonn, 60, who allegedly wonders if losing the gig is because of his and Ruth's age, is said to have had a row with the show editor Martin Frizell ahead of last December's General Election after he refused to give the gift live on air.

John Lewis a run for their money - after creating an adorable Christmas advert featuring her two-year-old son working in their family shop. Little Lincoln Norris has captured the hearts of customers with his Christmas video - with many claiming it's already the best festive ad of 2020.

the festive season indoors but said it would be for a "small number of days" involving a "small number of households". The SNP leader added that Scots should not feel they had to take advantage of an easing of restrictions - and should consider delaying any visits to friends or family until the spring.

drinks brand is going all out for gin and whisky fans this Christmas. St Andrew's Eden Mill has launched the Ultimate Scottish Luxury Christmas Hamper range as well as a series of virtual Christmas party nights throughout December.Teaming up with a selection of Scottish producers to create the special hampers, the brand are hoping to offer a one-stop box of festive fun.

Nicola Sturgeon held talks with Tory minister Michael Gove as well as the leaders of the Welsh and Northern Irish devolved governments on Saturday night, with more discussions scheduled for early this week.The First Minister has previously said she was hopeful a common strategy for the festive season could be agreed upon by all four governments.A Scottish Government spokesman said no agreement has been reached and discussions are continuing - but pointed to a Cabinet Office statement published

coronavirus restrictions are slightly relaxed.

Neil Lennon turning festive storyteller. The manager takes on the role of narrator as his Hoops stars bid to "save Christmas" in the club's yearly feature.

Richard Leonard has suffered a blow over his plans for guaranteeing women the top candidate slots for Holyrood. The party’s governing body yesterday supported legal advice which warned the proposals would be unlawful.Leonard’s party has been split over the best way to ensure the next round of Labour MSPs reflects the diversity of society.Labour has a track record of using positive action to boost female representation and Leonard wanted to go further for this election.

£500 package for low-income people in Scotland who have to stop going to work after exposure to coronavirus.Leonard wants the SNP Government to follow Northern Ireland by offering a £1500 grant.He told Scottish finance secretary Kate Forbes: "Taxi and private hire drivers who have picked up Covid-19 positive patients from hospitals have subsequently been contacted by Test and Protect and told to self-isolate."Leonard added: "However, because they are not in receipt of Universal Credit or legacy