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Ban on smoking in cars with children to come into force

A new law making it illegal to smoke in a car with anyone under the age of 18 will come into force in Scotland from midnight.

Dangerous drivers who kill could face life sentence

Ministers to consult on increase in 14-year upper limit for causing death by speeding, street racing or while using a mobileDangerous drivers who kill are set to face life sentences under plans put forward by ministers. Those causing death by speeding, street racing or while using a mobile phone will face the same sentences as people charged with manslaughter.Offenders who cause death by careless driving while under the influence of drink or drugs could also be handed life sentences – an increase on the current 14-year upper limit. Continue reading...

The future of Scotrail? A co-op run by workers and passengers

THE SNP Government is looking at putting Scotland’s railways into a co-operative, with workers and passengers taking charge of the service as part of a possible plan for a publicly owned train network.

Greedy rail operators keeping millions in delay compo cash meant for beleaguered passengers

Franchises are failing to pass on Network Rail payments intended to cover problems like engineering works