Hannah Carmichael

Glasgow, Islay

Newsreader and Journalist at STV News

Newsreader and Journalist at Good Morning Britain

Newsreader & journalist @STVNews @GMB 📺 | Previously @ScotlandTonight & @PA | Wee islander from the Hebrides | Views are my own | [email protected]

Articles

Disabled Islay pensioner forced to rely on son’s food parcels amid Co-op shortages

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

An Islay pensioner had to rely on her son to send food shopping all the way from the south of England amid severe supermarket shortages. A recent cyber attack on the Co-op led to empty shelves across the UK, but Scotland’s most remote communities, including the island of Islay, were among the hardest hit.
Food shortages hit rural community after cyber attack

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

Cyber attacks have led to empty shelves in stores across the country. In most places, customers were able to shop elsewhere, but in remote communities that is not always an option. Residents in the Highlands and Islands say essential supplies to lifeline stores must be prioritised – and want robust contingency plans to be put in place for the future.
Scotland's cheerleading team takes home gold at ICU World Championships

3 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

Scotland’s national cheerleading team has had plenty to cheer about after clinching gold on the world stage. The squad – made up of members from across the country – flew out to Orlando, Florida last month to compete in the annual International Cheer Union (ICU) World Championships. Held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, within the Walt Disney World Resort, they were joined by teams and individuals from 120 countries – all vying to be crowned victors.
Barlia Pavilion brings Castlemilk community together after £1.2m investment in sports complex

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

A sports complex in the southside of Glasgow has been given a new lease of life thanks to a £1.2m project three years in the making. The Barlia Pavilion, like many sports venues, was closed during the coronavirus pandemic. But once lockdown was lifted, a decision was taken by Glasgow City Council not to re-open it. That prompted the formation of the Castlemilk Community Football Trust (CCFT), a charity built with the help of local people and volunteers.
Community football complex reopens after £700,000 redevelopment

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

A sports complex on the Southside of Glasgow has officially reopened after years of efforts to change its fortune. The Barlia Complex Pavilion closed due to financial challenges during the pandemic, but a £700,000 project headed by a community trust has brought it back to life once more. Budding young footballers were joined by local legend Eddie Gray for the opening ceremony. STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
Measles cases on the rise in Scotland amid drop in vaccination uptake

2 months ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

Measles cases are rising in Scotland, with 22 confirmed cases in the last three months—two fewer than the total number for 2024. It comes as new figures show that there’s been a decrease in the uptake of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations. The first dose is offered to kids between the ages of 12 and 13 months. Last year, 92.8% had received it by 24 months old, rising to 95.1% by age five. Compared to 2020’s figures, that’s a drop of 2.1% and 1.4%.
Warning as number of children getting measles rises

2 months ago | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

Health workers are warning the number of children getting measles in Scotland is on the rise, with 22 cases being confirmed in the last three months. That’s almost as many as the total number for the whole of last year. New figures also show there’s been a decrease in the uptake of the MMR jag. STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Follow STV News on WhatsAppScan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Special comedy performance set to celebrate works of Alasdair Gray

Dec 10, 2024 | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

He’s been described as a “father figure” in the renaissance of Scottish art in the 20th century. And next year, Scottish author Alasdair Gray would have marked his 90th birthday. Now, comedians in his home city of Glasgow have been invited to use his work for special performances during the city’s International Comedy Festival.
Scottish comedians to pay tribute to artist and writer Alasdair Gray

Dec 7, 2024 | news.stv.tv | Kevin Scott |Hannah Carmichael

Three Scottish comedians are to create and stage work celebrating the artist and writer Alasdair Gray. The performances by Alan Bissett, Ashley Storrie and Christopher Macarthur-Boyd were announced alongside a new partnership between the Glasgow International Comedy Festival and the Alasdair Gray Archive. It also forms part of the wider Glasgow 850 Festival programme.
Scots urged to get into spirit of 'giving' by donating blood this Christmas

Nov 25, 2024 | news.stv.tv | Hannah Carmichael

Scots are being urged to get into the spirit of “giving” ahead of the festive season – by donating blood. The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service has launched its annual festive drive urging people to come forward to help keep stocks up. The organisation says Scotland needs 15,000 donors to step forward this month.