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Ministers reject childcare changes

Kilmarnock Standard — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:25:15 GMT

Controversial childcare changes suggested by Tories at Westminster have been rejected by the Scottish Government.

Industry warning on Flybe pull-out

Kilmarnock Standard — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:25:14 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.

Murder accused 'had victim run-ins'

Kilmarnock Standard — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:25:14 GMT

A man accused of murder told a friend that a father who died in a house fire with his two children had "got what he deserved", a court has heard.

£14m funding boost for universities

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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.

MSPs to vote through Forth crossing

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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'

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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

Kilmarnock Standard — 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.

Church packed for soldier's funeral

Kilmarnock Standard — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:25:15 GMT

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

MP Eric Joyce faces airport charges

Kilmarnock Standard — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:25:15 GMT

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

Pair admit jewellery robbery charge

Kilmarnock Standard — 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.

Evidence claim in nurse murder case

Kilmarnock Standard — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:25:15 GMT

Campaigners for a nurse convicted of murdering four patients claim new evidence has emerged that challenges his conviction.

Ashes commission wants public views

Kilmarnock Standard — 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.