Trade union leader says full time school plan "not agreed" by Government education group

Central Scotland MSP Meghan Gallacher claims patients would have been “suffering in pain” after NHS Lanarkshire cancelled thousands of operations.

As the soaps prepare to battle it out in the TV schedules – both Emmerdale and EastEnders will air at the same time – EastEnders has come out fighting with a £87million set. Fans were able to see the set for the first time on screen on Monday (March 7th). Emmerdale, meanwhile, has given the show’s iconic pub The Woolpack a major makeover.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor“Dune” has taken top honors at the VES Awards garnering four awards including Photoreal feature winner. Disney’s “Encanto” was named top animated film, also winning four awards.The Visual Effects Society (VES), the industry’s global professional honorary society, held the 20th Annual VES Awards, the prestigious yearly celebration that recognizes outstanding visual effects artistry and innovation in film, animation, television, commercials, video games and special venues.This marks the Society’s 20th VES Awards program, and is being celebrated during the organization’s milestone 25th Anniversary.Industry guests gathered at the Beverly Hilton to celebrate VFX talent in 25 awards categories.  “Foundation” The Emperor’s Peace was named best photoreal episode.

The Golden State Warriors faced off against the Los Angeles Clippers at San Francisco’s Chase Center on Tuesday, March 8, where the Warriors received a special visit from a basketball legend: Jackie Moon of the Flint Tropics.

Hulu is coming out with a brand new murder mystery series called Career Opportunities in Murder and Mayhem.

Travis Barker paid homage to his loved ones on International Women's Day Tuesday.Barker, 46, posted a shot of fiancée Kourtney Kardashian, 42, posed in between daughter Alabama Barker, 16, and stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 22.'Happy #internationalwomensday to these special ones I love so much,' the Blink-182 member captioned the post. The latest: Travis Barker, 46, paid homage to his loved ones on International Women's Day Tuesday, as he posted a shot of fiancée Kourtney Kardashian, 42, posed in between daughter Alabama Barker, 16, and stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 22In the shot, Kourtney wore her black locks down and parted with a puffy black jacket and black jeans.Atiana, whose father is boxer Oscar De La Hoya, 49, and mother is Barker's ex Shanna Moakler, 46, wore a black jacket over a black crop top with black pants.

Zac Efron will help tell one of the most unique tales from the Vietnam War in the new Apple TV Plus movie The Greatest Beer Run Ever.The 34-year-old actor will portray John 'Chick' Donohue, who travelled from New York City to Vietnam to deliver some well-earned beers to his friends fighting in the Vietnam War.Apple TV Plus released the first photo of Efron as Donohue, whose memoir -The Greatest Beer Run Ever: A Memoir of Friendship, Loyalty, and War - was published in September 2021 and serves as the basis for this movie. Zac as John:Zac Efron will help tell one of the most unique tales from the Vietnam War in the new Apple TV Plus movie The Greatest Beer Run Ever.

The White Lotus star Alexandra Daddario lookedangelic in a stunning one-shoulder white gown at TIME's 2022 Women of the Year gala on Tuesday.While strutting down the red carpet in a pair of strappy gold heels, the35-year-old actress flashed some major leg in her stunning dress with a thigh-high slit.She accessorized herethereal look with adramatic blue smokey eye with a perfect winged eyeliner, pink lipstick andsweep of blush for ahealthy glow. Radiant: Alexandra Daddario looked angelic in a stunning one-shoulder white gown at TIME's 2022 Women of the Year gala on TuesdayDaddario, who first shot to fame as Annabeth Chase in the Percy Jackson film series from 2010 to 2013, wore her dark brown hair in a low ponytail.

Casey Affleck and Caylee Cowan have had no problem showing off their affection for one another, for all to see, while out on lunch and dinner dates in recent days.And once again, the couple packed on the PDA, which included passionate kisses and gentle hand holding, when they stepped out for lunch together on Tuesday.All their hot and heavy action of late, combined with social media posts in the new year where Affleck goes beyond professing his love, has sparked plenty of chatter about a potential engagement and wedding in the near future. Loved-up: Casey Affleck, 46, and Caylee Cowan, 23, put their love on display when they took a stroll during their lunch date in Los Angeles on TuesdayThe pair looked to be enjoying their alone time together, walking along the streets and sidewalks chatting and laughing, all while they held hands.Dressed casually in faded blue jeans with a matching hoodie over a pink crop top, theSunrise In Heaven actress, 23, looked content to be in the company of The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford star, 46.

TOWIE star Gemma Collins has moaned to her fans after highlighting that she hasn't had a holiday for almost three years thanks to a hectic work schedule.The 41-year-old reality TV star is dreaming of well-earned rest in the sun after a back-to-back working schedule.On Tuesday morning, the Essex star took to her Instagram Stories to film her manager surprising her with an at-home visit to discuss her busy career plans.Gemma told her 2.2 million followers, "Surprise visit from Mark this morning."Mark quickly chimed in, waving some documents and adding: "With your huge schedule for the year!"Gemma pleaded in the cheeky clip and said, "Oh Mark, please..."She then tells: "I would like a holiday. I haven't had one for two and a half years."Despite not being able to lap up the sun on vacation, Gemma has continued to enjoy a few local staycations and enjoyed the delights the UK has to offer.Earlier this week, the reality TV icon embarked on a safari trip with her partner Rami Hawash and his son Tristan.Last year, Gemma opened up about her rekindled romance with businessman Rami.After enjoying an on-off relationship with Rami over the last decade, at one point the couple were briefly engaged to be married in 2013.Their engagement came to an end in 2014, just weeks before they were set to tie the knot, and since their break up, Rami became a father to four-year-old Tristan.Sharing an update about her romance with Rami, Gemma said: "I'm delighted.

Inter Milan striker Alexis Sanchez has been bombarded with criticism from all angles after being sent off against Liverpool in the Champions League on Tuesday night.Just seconds after his teammate Lautaro Martinez had put Inter 1-0 up against Liverpool and halved their aggregate deficit, the former Arsenal star was dismissed for a second yellow card.After being booked in the first half, Sanchez reached for a 50/50 with Fabinho and, after reaching the ball first, caught the Brazilian midfielder with his follow-through. Speaking to BT Sport about Sanchez’s dismissal, former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand said: “He’s won the ball, you can’t tell me he shouldn’t try and win that ball, look how low his leg is.

Dancing On Ice and Love Island star Liberty Poole posted a heartfelt International Women's Day post on Instagram dedicated to her mum and friends.In the gushing post, fans were blown away with how similar she looked to her identical-looking mum, Jo Poole, as the star's main photo in the carousel was her posing alongside her mum.Liberty chose an all-black outfit in the eye-popping snap consisting of a corseted top with satin details and straight-leg trousers.While mum Jo, opted for an elegant white luxurious off-the-shoulder gown draped elegantly around her silhouette.Taking to Instagram to honor her mum, Liberty also celebrated a string of pals including Love Island's Kaz Kamwi and Too Hot To Handle's Beaux Raymond.In the heartfelt IWD post, Liberty penned: "Happy International Women's Day."I was raised by a single mom, she taught me to be independent, strong and to always empower other women."I am extremely lucky to be surrounded by such incredible women who continue to inspire me everyday.

Deputy First Minister John Swinney has officially opened the new Queen Margaret Academy.

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.A trade union has insisted school staff in Renfrewshire have been "left in limbo" after the Scottish Government revealed plans to get children back full-time in August.Mark Ferguson, Unison's branch secretary for Renfrewshire, branded the announcement given by John Swinney as a "political move" which has no scientific basis.Mr Ferguson also accused the education secretary of giving parents a false sense of security.Pupils and teachers in Renfrewshire had been preparing to return to a "blended" model of face-to-face and at-home learning from August 11.Primary school children had been given designated days to attend, while there were plans set out to have secondary

Perth and Kinross Council has said it will be ready for school children to return full time in August if COVID-19 is significantly suppressed. Parents had been gearing up to deal with a ‘blended learning’ model so kids could social distance at schools, with some even being told their children would be at school just one day a week.

Deputy First Minister said. John Swinney said the country will be in phase four despite saying just over a week ago it is “impossible” even to consider normal full-time learning for pupils by August 11.

Council bosses are now planning for pupils to return to schools full-time following a government climbdown today.Deputy First Minister John Swinney announced schools will return full-time in August if Scotland continues to make progress on suppressing coronavirus.The government u-turn follows revolt across the country at plans to have some pupils in class for as little as one day a week, including in West Dunbartonshire.This afternoon, West Dunbartonshire Council confirmed it is now revising its "blended" learning plans.A council spokeswoman said: “Work will start now to develop plans for August based on the Scottish Government guidance and as soon as these plans are finalised we will contact families directly."We will continue to be guided

Black Lives Matter protest in Aberfeldy reveals racism splitMr Swinney said schools should prepare to go back fully if progress continues to be made in suppressing the coronavirus.In a statement to Holyrood, Mr Swinney laid out certain conditions for full-time schooling to resume and announced £100m of extra funding for a back-to-school plan.Schools had expected to use a 'blended' learning model with some face-to-face learning mixed with home schooling.In Perth and Kinross schools, some parents have been told to expect their children just to attend school just one day a week, although the PA revealed that 10 were preparing to open fully even with social distancing measures.In his statement on Tuesday, June 23, Mr Swinney said that if

John Swinney will bow to pressure by announcing plans for a return to full-time schooling by AugustIn a major u-turn, Swinney is expected to say schools should prepare to go back on this basis if progress continues to be made in suppressing the virus.It is understood he will lay out certain conditions for full-time schooling to resume and announce £100m of extra funding for a back-to-school plan.Get all the top Scottish politics news sent straight to your Inbox by signing up to our Politics newsletter.We cover Holyrood, Westminster and local councils, with a current focus on how our governments are handling the coronavirus pandemic.To sign up, simply enter your email address into the pink box near the top of this article.Alternatively, you

John Swinney will face MSPs at Holyrood on Tuesday for an update on the August 11 return to class. The Scottish Government is working with councils on a part-time model which could see some children in class for just a day a week.

"blended learning". John Swinney will face MSPs at Holyrood on Tuesday for an update on the August 11 return to class.