Isaac Buchan

1 month ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Isaac Buchan

Eight care services are now earmarked for closure as part of a major cost-cutting scheme across Aberdeenshire. Papers released on Tuesday show that just six of the 14 services which have been on the chopping block since a spending crackdown was launched will be retained. This comes as Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP) bosses undertake a major overhaul of services across the region as they aim to save £17 million in the next financial year.

1 month ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Isaac Buchan

The Fittie Bar appears to have been saved from closure at the 11th hour – as new bosses have swooped in to rescue the much-loved Aberdeen pub. The bar was close to having its licence stripped after police read the riot act over a number of instances of “violence, disorder and staff drunkenness”. But now, experienced landlords Natalie and Colleen Willox have taken over the Wellington Street bar.

1 month ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Isaac Buchan

“My hairdressing is my bit of respite,” Lynne Keith tells me. “But that will have to go if the services go.”The Peterhead mum-of-two is speaking out after enduring months of anxiety as her son’s future hangs in the balance. Jay has autism, learning disabilities and epilepsy. For years he has attended the Robertson Road Resource Centre in Fraserburgh. Activities include baking, cooking, cycling, swimming at Fraserburgh Leisure Centre and trampolining amongst others.

1 month ago | autism.einnews.com | Isaac Buchan

Your PrivacyWe process your data to deliver content or advertisements and measure the delivery of such content or advertisements to extract insights about our website. We share this information with our partners on the basis of consent and legitimate interest. You may exercise your right to consent or object to a legitimate interest, based on a specific purpose below or at a partner level in the link under each purpose.

1 month ago | pressandjournal.co.uk | Isaac Buchan

Pupils and parents have said they will be glad to see the “dingy and grim” Hazlehead Academy torn down as plans for a new school ramp up. Further details about the £120 million building have been revealed as planning papers have been officially submitted. The documents feature the results of recent consultations with parents and pupils, who were asked for their thoughts on the current building and proposed replacement. A number of concerns were raised about the current building.