Oliver Wright

Aberdeen

Reporter at STV News

Multi Media Journalist at STV News

Nothing on the top but a bucket and a mop and an illustrated book about birds

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Hope for return of maternity services at Dr Gray's

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

The downgrading of maternity services at Dr Gray’s Hospital in Elgin forced many women to give birth in Aberdeen or Inverness. Staffing at the maternity unit has now reached 80% and the first elective C-sections have been carried out there in six years. But there are concerns that there’s still work to be done to get the service back to full capability, amid a financial crisis within NHS Grampian. STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
Organisers prepare for Tall Ships Race's arrival in Aberdeen

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

There are fewer than 40 days until the first boats sail into Aberdeen’s harbour for the 2025 Tall Ships Race. Over 2,000 crew members from 50 vessels are expected to arrive in the city. Aberdeen last held the event in 1997 – and the organisers of that gathering have been passing on their wisdom to the faces behind this year’s extravaganza.
More support is needed for unpaid carers, says charity

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

There are an estimated 800,000 people caring for their loved ones in Scotland. But research has revealed unpaid carers are suffering from deteriorating health themselves – with 41% saying their own health has worsened since taking on the responsibilities. Carers Scotland is calling for more support.
Aberdeen celebrates 100th edition of Performing Arts Festival

3 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

Aberdeen has come alive with the “sound of music”. The city is celebrating the 100th edition of the North East Scotland Performing Arts Festival. Performers from across musical genres and disciplines have been taking to the stage to impress the judges. 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
Scotland is prepared for another pandemic, hears Holyrood committee

3 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

Scotland is prepared for another pandemic. That’s according to those who were at the forefront of guiding the country through the Covid-19 outbreak. But, while giving evidence to a Holyrood Committee, there was an admission that some issues with sharing data across the four nations of the UK and the world still need to be addressed.
Mother who lost son to epilepsy raising awareness of condition

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

There are calls for greater awareness of the impact of epilepsy, after it was revealed there are more Scots living with the condition than ever before. There are now more than 80,000 people with a diagnosis in Scotland. One mother who lost her son is hoping to raise more awareness of the condition.
People waiting two years on NHS lists hits record high

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Oliver Wright

The number of people who’ve waited for more than two years on an NHS waiting list in Scotland has hit the highest level on record. According to data from Public Health Scotland, at the end of March there were over 5,000 people who’ve waited for more than 24 months. That’s up from nearly 4,000 last year. And the number of people waiting for more than a year is also on the rise with over 63,000 people stuck on lists for more than 12 months.
Death of man found in Rotherham river 'no longer suspicious'

1 month ago | bbc.com | Oliver Wright

Death of man found in river 'no longer suspicious'Oliver WrightFamily handoutNigel Stevens' body was recovered from a river on 10 MayThe death of a man whose body was found in a river is no longer being treated as suspicious, police have said. The body of 57-year-old Nigel Stevens was recovered from the water near Treeton Lane, Rotherham, on 10 May, after he had been reported missing.
Campaign launched to help fund Leeds litter-eating drone

1 month ago | bbc.com | Oliver Wright

Campaign launched to help fund litter-eating droneOliver WrightYorkshire Design GroupThe WasteShark captures rubbish on the surface of the water in its wide mouthA fundraising campaign has been launched to pay for a litter-eating drone which has been helping to clean up the waterways in Leeds. WasteShark has helped remove the equivalent of more than 3,000 plastic bottles from the water around Leeds Dock, as well as shoes, umbrellas, footballs and a fridge.
Doncaster local elections: Polls open in council and mayoral vote

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Oliver Wright

Image source, PA MediaPolling stations in Doncaster have opened, with voters set to elect a new mayor and council. All 55 seats on the council are up for grabs as well as the post of directly elected Mayor of Doncaster. Polling stations will be open between 07:00 and 22:00 BST. Counting in the mayoral election is expected to start once the polls close, with counting in the council election due to start at 11:00 on Friday.