Scottish Government warned over using 'expensive' private sector vaccinators

Manchester United and Manchester City was suspended for a medical emergency. Medical staff rushed to the stands as players awaited instructions from the referee.

The Lanarkshire Cross Country Championships made a welcome return to the athletics circuit last month – and it allowed many Law and District Amateur Athletics runners to get their first taste of the discipline.

Roy Keane has picked out a "problem" with Arsenal during their win over Watford on Sunday despite Mikel Arteta's side moving into the top four of the Premier League with games in hand.The Gunners took all three points following classy goals from Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, taking them into fourth for the first time since January 1.Having said that, it wasn't the perfect performance from Arteta's men with Cucho Hernandez scoring a screamer and Moussa Sissoko ensuring it would be a nervy finish for the visitors.Keane has picked out that late goal as a reason for Arsenal fans to feel slightly concerned, especially in relation to how easily Ben White was beaten.Keane, who was on punditry duty for Sky Sports, said: "This is Arsenal, poor defending, White has to do better there and it’s a problem for them (Arsenal)."Speaking to BBC Sport, Arteta admitted that the opposition deserved credit, but now has eyes on securing their place in the top four.He said: "Credit to Watford, they are fighting for their lives. They changed their team and it is hard to beat them.Where will Arsenal finish in the Premier League this season? Give us your thoughts in the comments section"We are getting better and better, the understanding between the players is getting better and we should have scored more today."Before adding: "We are there now and we'll go game by game.

To stay up to date with all the latest news, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.With such lavish interiors, many people are curious about the home's history.One Instagrammer wrote: "That bedroom with the mirrors has seen a lot of fun."Another commented: "Do real estate agents have to disclose if adult movies were filmed there?"While a third wrote: "Cocaine heaven!!"Other Instagrammers love the flamboyant interiors, with one user commenting: "Don't. Touch.

Ralf Rangnick has hinted that he already 'knows who he wants' to replace him as Manchester United's new boss.And he's refused to rule out Erik ten Hag, as speculation persists that the Dutchman is Rangnick's top choice for the role.Rangnick was handed the reins on an interim basis after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was axed back in November.The German is set to move from the dugout into a two-year consultancy role at the end of the season - meaning he'll have a big say in who succeeds him at Old Trafford. Rangnick revealed that he's already made his mind up about the vacancy, although he's not yet discussed it with the United hierarchy.He told Sky Sports: "So far we haven't at all spoken about that, nobody, not just [United football director] John Murtough but nobody else, we haven't had that topic in the last weeks and months since I'm here.

Michael Smith somehow managed to bust a 140 checkout in the first leg of his crunch UK Open quarter-final against Gerwyn Price. Price and Smith met in the last-eight in Minehead with both men looking to book a spot in the semi-final of a competition that was blown wide open following the exits of several key contenders.After the departure of top seeds, including Jonny Clayton, Michael van Gerwen and Peter Wright, both players would have sensed a real opportunity going into the match.But Smith could have been forgiven for wondering if it was going to be one of those days after managing to bust a 140 checkout in the very first leg.

Yungblud has begun teasing a new era and forthcoming music, inviting fans to his ‘funeral’.The Doncaster artist is working on the follow-up to his December 2020 studio album ‘Weird!’, which followed his 2018 debut ‘21st Century Liability’.After wiping his social media accounts and profile pictures – a widely-used tactic with which to begin teasing new material and beginning a new era – Yungblud wrote: “and so it begins…” asking fans to RSVP to an event dubbed ‘funeral’.“To whom this may concern,” a hand-written message began.

Tiësto has shared when he expects his next album to arrive, revealing that it should “come out in the summer”.The Dutch DJ and producer’s last album was 2020’s ‘The London Sessions’, which was recorded during a month-long stay in the British capital, and featured collaborations with Becky Hill, Snoop Dogg, Rita Ora, Post Malone, Mabel and more.Speaking in a new interview, he recalled the experience of making the album. “‘The London Sessions’ was a really great album,” he told Level One. “I spent a month in London, met up with all the best songwriters and we has a lot of session.“I feel like that’s how albums are gonna be from now on: they’ll be a vibe and not necessarily just like 10 songs put together.

Will Smith’s “Welcome to Earth” will likely premiere its second season at the end of the year. An Instagram reel published in Will’s Instagram shows him having fun in Guatemala, suggesting the country will make an appearance on the Disney+ series.Will Smith is the screen parent of Venus and Serena Williams in their upcoming biopic ‘King Richard’King Richard star says she ‘freaked out’ when she met Serena WillamsA post shared by Will Smith (@willsmith)The video shows Will having a blast in Guatemala, dancing with people, signing autographs and making the most of his time there. “Thank you Guatemala for all of your love!” he captioned the reel.

Kim Kardashian is making a major fashion statement.

Netflix recently revealed the list of movies and television shows that have been banned by governments around the world from the year 2015 until present day.

Fox has announced two renewals so far in 2022, and unfortunately, one cancellation.

Goldie Hawn is the mother of some of Hollywood’s biggest talents. The 76-year-old actress talked about parenting and her grandkids, sharing how proud she is of their achievements and parenting skills, and about her nonprofit organization, called MindsUp.Kate Hudson’s son is dating the daughter of a famous coupleKate Hudson opens up about difficult family issuesA post shared by Kate Hudson (@katehudson)In an interview with People Magazine, Hawn talked about her kids – Kate and Oliver Hudson, and Wyatt Russell – and their parenting skills, some of which they learned from her non-profit program. “My children are really great with their children,” Hawn said.

Britney Griner was arrested in Russia this week.According to reports from The New York Times, the Phoenix Mercury player was detained after customs officials detected cannabis oil in her luggage at an airport near Moscow.USA Basketball, the governing body for sport in the United States, said in a statement it is “aware of and closely monitoring the legal situation facing Brittney Griner in Russia.”A post shared by B (@brittneyyevettegriner)“Brittney has always handled herself with the utmost professionalism during her long tenure with USA Basketball and her safety and wellbeing are our primary concerns,” they continued.The WNBA echoed that sentiment, saying Griner has its “full support” and going on to say that its main priority is “her swift and safe return to the United States.”So, what is a WNBA star doing in Russia, especially in a time like this? Get to know more about the baller below.Meet Carol ‘Mickie’ Marsh, the wife who stood by Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski’s side his whole careerTristan Thompson gets teased with “Khloé!” chants during Bulls game in MiamiGet to know Trinity Rodman’s mother Michelle Moyer, Dennis Rodman’s ex-wifeGriner currently plays for the Russian team, UMMC Ekaterinburg. She has been playing with the team every year since 2015, during the WNBA offseason.

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coronavirus in Scotland in the last 24 hours.The Scottish Government confirmed the latest statistics this afternoon, which reveal 525 new cases of the virus have been identified overnight.This brings with total death toll since the pandemic began to 7,129, of people who tested positive within 28 days.There are 898 people in hospital with the virus and 74 are being treated in intensive care.It comes as health secretary Jeane Freeman confirmed the vaccine rollout will be organised by age rather than occupation.The news means teachers, police officers and other key workers won't be given priority with coronavirus jabs.Jeane Freeman said some 94% of 64 to 69 year-olds had now received their first jab with the country on target to have offered

Scottish Government has announced.Health secretary Jeane Freeman announced an update on the vaccination programme at today's daily briefing.She said some 94% of 64 to 69 year-olds had now received their first jab with the country on target to have offered every adult a dose by the end of July.But she faced questions from journalists about whether certain key sectors could be prioritised above others.The health secretary said that the government was following expert advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) that it was easier to vaccinate by age rather than 'pull out' specific roles.People aged 40-49 will be prioritised for a Covid-19 vaccine in phase twi of the vaccination programme, followed by those aged 30-39

coronavirus vaccination programme. People aged between 16 and 64 with underlying health conditions that leave them at risk from severe illness from the virus are now receiving appointments for the jab.

primary 1-3 could return from February 22, along with senior phase secondary students who need school resources to complete coursework.A final decision will be made by the SNP government on Tuesday and will depend on the prevalence of the virus.Today, Health Secretary Jeane Freeman told the Scottish Government coronavirus briefing on Friday that ministers will be cautious in their decision.Also speaking at the briefing, national clinical director Jason Leitch said progress on reducing the spread of the virus, which has improved since lockdown was announced at the beginning of January, has “stalled”.He said: “The trajectory is still a really difficult question.

coronavirus vaccine - with the huge number of pensioners getting the jab. The latest Scottish Government data shows that 1,113,625 have been vaccinated with the first part of the Covid vaccine as of 8.30am today.

Jeane Freeman said Scotland should hit its target of vaccinating 400,000 adults a week ahead of schedule this week - but added the programme will then “need to scale back a bit”.A drop in supply across all four UK nations is being caused by work being carried out by Pfizer – the manufacturer of one of the approved vaccines.The company is having to temporarily reduce output as part of an overall effort to increase manufacturing capacity amid worldwide demand for vaccines.Nicola Sturgeon said on Tuesday that in the “second part of February”, it is expected vaccine supplies will “slightly dip for a period”.That came after she said a “whopping” total of 61,299 vaccinations were given on Monday – the highest daily figure in Scotland to date.Scro