2021 Guid Nychburris celebrations in Dumfries cancelled due to the coronvirus pandemic

link!Mr Gray said: “Since the pandemic began, we in the SNP, along with several consumer groups, have repeatedly warned that an increase in energy bills due to the coronavirus lockdown could leave more and more families at risk of fuel poverty.“I have joined the call for the UK Government to assist households with meeting energy costs through a package of financial measures for the self-employed, increasing UK Statutory Sick Pay to the EU national average, increasing Child Benefit and making the Universal Credit uplift permanent, as well as extending it to legacy benefits.”

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Mount Sion choir alongside Ronan Keating are releasing a new single in order to raise much-needed funds for cancer research.

charitable organisations to help heat and light their homes, Fuel Bank Foundation has warned.The charity, which provides emergency financial support to people in fuel crisis, said it has seen a significant increase in demand for its services since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.In Scotland, Fuel Bank Foundation operates 25 fuel bank centres, providing financial support to more than 40,000 vulnerable people who can’t afford to top-up their pre-payment energy meters and are at risk of self-disconnection.On average, the number of people seeking help has risen 23 per cent across its Fuel Bank centres, with some seeing an increase in demand of more than 300 per cent.One of the main reasons for the spike is the amount of time people are

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LaplandUK is offering families the chance to book in for a magic Christmas day out in 2021 by releasing its tickets early this year.

Emmerdale star Max Parker didn’t let the lockdown get in the way of celebrating his birthday in style this weekend.The actor that plays Luke Posner in the soap pulled out all the stops to mark his 29th birthday despite having to stay home. Max called in the professionals to transform his Manchester apartment into an at-home cinema.

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Scottish Premiership Player and Manager of the Month for January.The diminutive striker scored two goals and assisted another two in his six league games last month.He also helped Martindale's high-flying side make the Betfred Cup Final with the only goal of the game in the semi-final victory against St Mirren.Robinson is the first Livi player to scoop the award since Burton O'Brien in April 2005 and has become a key component to the high-pressing Lions side since joining four years ago from East Fife.Originally a midfielder, he has filled the void left up front by Lyndon Dykes' departure to QPR with his pressing ability.Martindale, meanwhile, has won the Manager of the Month gong for the second month running.He scooped December's award

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Covid-19, with lots of television filming coming to a complete standstill for a significant period of time, along with decimating live music.As a result of three lockdowns - with live entertainment still off limits - many celebrities have now come forward to talk openly about their financial woes.Some stars have simply struggled to obtain any work in over a year while other extreme cases have seen the likes of Shane Richie and Bobby Davro confess to borrowing cash supplies in a bid to stay afloat.

Gisele Bundchen is celebrating her husband Tom Brady’s big Super Bowl win on social media.  The acclaimed quarterback led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a decisive victory against the Kansas City Chiefs at the 2021 Super Bowl on Sunday.The win marks Brady’s 7th time taking home the championship at the event, prompting praise from fans and his wife since 2009, Bundchen.  The model, 40, who attended the game sporting a black "Go Bucs!" shirt, celebrated Brady’s big win immediately from a box seat at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.

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tickets will still be able to attend the rescheduled dates, and an extra show has been added in Cardiff.In a statement the trio said: ‘You know how much we love being on the road and performing every night for you all. However, due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, we must prioritise the safety of our fans and crew and help to stop the spread.‘Therefore we’re so sad to say that the Confetti tour will be postponed to April 2022.

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Loose Women star Jane Moore has reached out to fans after sharing some sad family news on Instagram.MORE: Loose Women stars' incredible homes: Ruth Langsford, Andrea McLean and moreJane, 58, spoke of heartache as she posted a snapshot showing one of her daughters sat with their beloved dog in his dog basket, with her iPad in front of her. WATCH: Jane Moore's five style lessonsShe wrote: "Morning lessons in the dog's bed.

Bridget Moynahan is proud of her ex, Tom Brady! The 49-year-old actress and model took to Instagram to praise Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday for theirimpressive win at Super Bowl LV. «I am pretty sure I am not the only one from  #patriotsnation  celebrating @buccaneers #superbowl #greatgame #strong #soproud #55,» Moynahan captioned a photo of Brady on the field with the news of the team's win. Moynahan and Brady share 13-year-old son Jack. They split in late 2006 when Moynahan was pregnant with Jack.

Sign up to the MySalford newsletter and don't miss a thing happening in and around the citySalford council has produced a 'no cuts' budget for the next financial year despite the 'dramatic' impact of Covid – but council tax is expected to rise.The local authority has balanced its budget for the year ending in April thanks to 'prudential financial management' and support from government grants.No further cuts to day-to-day services are proposed in next year's budget.However, council tax is expected to increase by 5 pc from April onwards.Salford mayor Paul Dennett said the coronavirus crisis has had a 'dramatic' impact on the finances of the local authority, but he is 'heartened' that the city is not facing millions of pounds of cuts as some

direct to your inboxPolice handed out £800 fines to students in Fallowfield for allegedly holding a 'large gathering' in their common room, the M.E.N can reveal.Officers entered halls of residence accommodation in south Manchester at least twice this weekend to question them over their socialising.Furious parents and students have accused Greater Manchester Police of heavy-handed tactics facilitated by the University of Manchester.Students say police raided the Owens Park halls of residence at around 11pm on Friday, and 2.30am on Sunday over potential breaches of the rules.Under coronavirus laws, police do not have power of entry and need a warrant to enter and search premises.The only exception is if they have 'reasonable grounds to

direct to your inboxMatt Hancock will lead a Downing Street press conference later this afternoon, No 10 has confirmed.

direct to your inboxTributes have been paid to a couple married for 70 years who died within days of each other after contracting coronavirus. Margaret and Derek Firth, both 91, died in Trafford General Hospital last week - but had been able to see each other in the hospital before they passed away.