Public warned to beware of cold callers offering mould and damp treatments

Former Love Islander Laura Anderson announced her pregnancy last week with a joy-filled montage of videos and photos on Instagram. Laura, who was a runner-up on the ITV2 dating show in 2018, shared pictures of herself beaming as she showed off her bump and as she attended a scan with former Hollyoaks star Gary Lucy, who she met and fell for on the matchmaking show Celebs Go Dating last year.

Following a day of stormy gale force winds, parts of Scotland will be subject to icy patches this weekend.

The first storm of the season is set to hit parts of England and Scotland today bringing high winds and rain. Named by the Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI), Storm Otto has been moving east across the far north of the UK since the early hours.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind as Storm Otto hits the UK.

Lewis Capaldi donned a Celtic top on Thursday night as he issued a warning to his fans who will be trying to get tickets for his last UK gigs this summer.

The Danish Storm Otto is expected to bring blustery gales to most of the country as Scotland is to be hit with 80pmh winds this week.

A yellow warning for wind is in place for West Lothian tomorrow, with gusts expected to hit 59mph.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for parts of North West England.

Scottish Government’s consultation on proposals to restrict alcohol advertising, TRSNMT and Glasgow Summer Sessions – both DF events – have been named as examples in the section about advertising and promotion at non-sporting events.However, the consultation states: “Although there is strong academic evidence looking at the nature and extent of sports sponsorship in Scotland, as well as the impact sports sponsorship has generally, the extent and impact of sponsorship of non-sporting events has not been researched.”DF chief executive Geoff Ellis has said that the changes would “harm the Scottish economy, harm Scottish artists, harm Scottish businesses, reduce tourism and leave Scotland in a weakened position.”He also added that there would likely be job losses, with ticket prices increasing and music fans heading south instead as a result.In a letter to Maree Todd MSP, Minister for Public Health, Women’s Health and Sport, Ellis wrote (via The Glasgow Times): “This letter is not intended to ignore or try to dismiss the fact that there are problem drinkers in Scotland. Rather, it is to implore the Scottish Government not to pursue the misguided proposal to ban all forms of alcohol marketing sponsorship.”He continued: “A proposed restriction on alcohol sponsorship and advertising will be nothing short of disastrous for Scotland’s live music industry.

Danish beer firm Carlsberg have said they expect to bump up their prices this year amid inflation, it has been reported.

Do you want to be part of history? Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is calling for people throughout Scotland to help shape the next strategy for Scotland’s historic environment.

Scotland is set to be hit with snow tomorrow as drivers are being urged to brace for "difficult" conditions.

State Pension currently provides essential financial support for 12.5 million older people across the country, including more than one million retirees living in Scotland. This regular payment is available for those who have reached the UK Government’s eligible retirement age, which is currently 66 for both men and women, and have paid at least 10 years' worth of National Insurance Contributions.

Ange Postecoglou has opened talks with Joe Hart, Aaron Mooy and David Turnbull over their Parkhead futures. But the Celtic boss wants to know if their ambitions match his own before handing out new deals.

Motorists who have changed address must update details on their licence and other documents or risk a hefty fine, the DVLA has warned.

A house where a pensioner tragically died after a fire ripped through the property has been flattened due to safety risks.

Public concern over a proposed 75-turbine windfarm’s effect on Moffat’s Golden Eagle numbers and dark sky status have forced a 20 per cent scaling back of the project.

The Scottish SPCA has warned pet owners to be vigilant of dodgy breeders following a BBC documentary exploring extreme dog breeding.

Stirling residents are being urged to take extra care over improvised heating and cooking methods amid the pressures of the cost-of-living crisis.

Lewis Capaldi fans have been warned against turning up for his sold-out Glasgow gig with certain tickets.